A Podiatrist’s Guide to Nail Polish Use
An Article Written By Cecilia Brennan Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry. Podiatrists and nail polish don’t always go together. Podiatrists don’t apply nail polish after they provide footcare like nail…
What does a Diabetes Foot Check-Up Look Like?
An Article Written By Bonnie McNab Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry. In light of Diabetes Week, we’re hoping to demystify what a foot check-up looks like at New Step Podiatry…
Understanding Children’s Bone Development: From Hip to Toe!
An Article Written By Shaun Vu Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry. Children’s bones are fascinating. They grow, change, and develop at an astounding rate, ensuring that our little ones evolve…
Medical Laser FAQs
An Article Written By Cecilia Brennan Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry. With the introduction of medical laser at New Step Podiatry, we have been answering many questions related to this…
Fun Facts About Fungus!
An Article Written By Bonnie McNab Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry Whilst not an immediate life-threatening condition, fungal infections are a cause for concern as they can negatively affect an…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Sewing with needles!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry Let’s keep these tips frank! Try not to drop pins 📌, they will find their way into someone’ foot. 👟 Always wear shoes…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Gardening!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry Did you know that certain types of fungus that cause fungal toenails and tinea (athlete’s foot) can be found in soil? Moist soil…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Skiing & Snowboarding!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to have fun in the snow, and it helps that we’re not too far away from some…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Machine sewing!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry Do your shin muscles get sore when using a foot pedal for your sewing machine? If so, it is possibly from muscle fatigue…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Hiking!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry We are so spoilt in Canberra with all the hiking trails we have access to! In fact, most residents in Canberra are likely…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Cycling!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry Whether you’re a road cyclist or just riding your bike around for fun! Here are some general tips to keep in mind next…
Foot tips for your hobbies: Cooking & Baking!
An Article Written By New Step Podiatry If you are doing a baking session, chances are you are going to spend some time of your feet. To prevent early onset…
What is Raynaud’s Syndrome?
An Article Written By Bonnie McNab Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry White, blue and red skin, oh my! Cold or cool skin, colour changes and altered sensation…it could be Raynaud’s!…
How to Make Growing Pains Less Painful
An Article Written By Shaun Vu Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry This blog article is about how to make growing pains less painful for not only kids but for their…
Food for Foot Injuries
An Article Written By Cecilia Brennan Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry Reviewing your diet and making changes may assist in preventing new injuries and reinjuries. Unfortunately, there isn’t the best…
Other Causes of Peripheral Neuropathy
An Article Written By Shaun Vu Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry Diabetes is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy. But did you know that there are other ways people…
Selecting Shoes For Different Sporting Surfaces
An Article Written By Yen-Chii Wong Podiatrist – New Step Podiatry Sporting season is rapidly approaching, and you might be starting to think about the state of your shoes. Many…
Nervous About Neuropathy? Diabetic Foot Neuropathy Explained
This article discusses the symptoms and signs of neuropathy and how best to manage the risks associated with diabetic induced neuropathy and the feet.
Podiatrists can, and do save lives!
This article explores the myth that podiatrists only cut toenails. Podiatrists deal with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of medical and surgical conditions of the feet, lower limbs and so much more!
Arch Pain: Causes & Management
Painful arches can make it difficult to walk and stand. This article discusses common causes of arch pain, what makes up the arch and what podiatrists can do to help.