Integrated Podiatry Clinic

An important reminder when shopping for closed shoes this winter! Avoid problems by buying shoes to fit your larger foot 👟👟

We loved working from The Body Crew so much that we’ve decided to stay longer! If you were wanting an appointment but thought you had missed us, fear not, we are here weekly now! Providing podiatry and reflexology treatments to give your feet the TLC they deserve 👣

During the winter months we naturally spend more time in closed shoes making it easy to forget about our feet. As the saying goes, out of site out of mind. Let this be your reminder to check in with your feet and give them some TLC!

When we think about what our feet do for us, it’s a wonder we don’t do more for them! It’s important to recognise their significance in keeping us grounded and centered and allowing us to move forward in life both physically and energetically. Isn’t it high time we all showed our feet a little more gratitude?

Today marks 6 years since IPC started! I am eternally grateful to everyone who has been part of the journey to date. It is an absolute pleasure helping you love your feet! I look forward to catching up with you at your next appointment!! Michelle x

Hands up who’s had an ingrown toenail 🙋🏼‍♀️ If you’ve ever experienced one, you’ll know they’re hard to ignore, but when in the right hands, this problem can be very easy to treat! Ingrown nails are often caused by poor nail cutting, shoe pressure, injury or just the natural shape of the nail. Whilst it might be tempting to perform a minor surgery on your own toe, we recommend you seek assistance from a podiatrist. That’s what we’re here for!

At IPC, our goal has always been to change the way you think about your feet. We want you to love your feet as much as we do! And, we want to help you avoid problems not just now, but in the future, which is why we believe prevention is the best cure. We’re here to help you put your best foot forward, not just for today but for the rest of your life!

After a short break, we are back in business. We look forward to helping you (and your feet!) get through the journey of 2021 ✨

Today was our last day for 2020! What a year! We’re grateful to everyone who’s been part of the journey and look forward to seeing you all again on 5th January. Wishing you a safe, happy and healthy holiday season 🎄👣

Due to the back log following lockdown and now the usual Christmas rush, we are fully booked til the end of 2020. We have a waitlist, which as you can imagine is very long, so if you are after an appointment it is best to book a time in the new year as that way your appointment will be guaranteed. You can leave a note if you book online to be added to the waitlist and we will do our best to fit you in! Thank you for your patience x

This week all restrictions have been lifted for allied health practitioners which means we are back practicing as usual 🙌🏻 Due to delaying and rescheduling many appointments over the last few months we are rather busy (as you can imagine). We apologise for the wait and are doing everything we can to see you as soon as possible!

As many of you are aware, this past week has seen the easing of restrictions for allied health providers and we are no longer limited to seeing ‘urgent’ cases only! If you live outside the 5km radius, you are still able to attend health and medical appointments. Look forward to seeing you soon 👣

Shout out to the top of the foot and the front of the leg! The calf and sole of the foot seem to get all the attention but these aforementioned areas are so often neglected. Both play a vital role in our everyday movements so remember to show them a little love, whether that be with via massage or gentle stretching!

Times are tough at the moment, there’s no denying it! I’m the first to admit that it’s hard to keep my chin up with everything that’s going on around. I’m grateful I can continue to practice and really feel for the small businesses who have been forced shut or severely impacted. One thing that brightens my day is being able to see my patients and help them. I love the stories we share and the chats that come along with each appointment. Your smiling faces make a difference to each day and I want to truly thank you for all your support this year! Michelle x

We are commonly asked if we treat other parts of the lower limb in addition to feet and the answer is yes! The joints above the feet are just as important and do not work in isolation. The foot, ankle, knee and hip work very closely with each other. Whilst our scope of practice only allows us hands on treatment from the knee down, we have many great practitioners we refer to for above knee assessment and treatment 🙌🏻

How often do your feet come to mind? Do you think about them when you’re not seeing them? A little tip from us - include a foot check in your morning and evening ritual. It’s always good to know what state your feet are in!

As the world around us transitions and transforms, taking care of one’s self has never been more important. By showing ourselves love through gestures of care and nurturing we then emanate this to the people around us. Our feet are often forgotten about, so these masterpieces need a little more TLC from time to time so we can keep moving forward. Self massage, warm baths, time spent barefoot and stretching are some simple at home methods. And obviously we are here to assist with more thorough treatments.

This week we celebrate 5 years in business! What a journey to date...setting up one location in Camberwell, expanding to a second location in South Yarra, taking IPC to Byron Bay for the Studio PP retreat, co-hosting workshops, forming long standing relationships with likeminded individuals and businesses, closing our South Yarra space and now a pandemic! I’m so grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey and look forward to what the future holds! Michelle x

Tomorrow IPC reopens with reduced hours! We hope everyone has been coping and keeping well in isolation. We have taken this time to embrace a slower, quieter pace of life and are adjusting to the new ‘normal’ as best we can. We have extra hygiene measures in place for everyone’s safety. We look forward to seeing you (and your feet) at your next appointment!

After much deliberation, I have decided to make the conscious decision to temporarily close IPC. Whilst podiatry is still considered an 'essential' service by the government at this stage, I feel we have a social responsibility to look after everyone, slow the spread of COVID-19 and lead by example. I feel this is 100% the right decision as we are only at the beginning of what is to come and what we do now will impact us all further down the track. I am particularly concerned for the many at-risk individuals in our community, not to mention the doctors, nurses and healthcare workers who are working tirelessly to help us stay alive and well! For those of you who have appointments booked for the coming weeks, I have put you on a priority list and you will be contacted to rebook your appointments first when we re-open. We look forward to seeing you back in the clinic when it is safe and appropriate to return. In the meantime, please look after yourselves and your loved ones, and please stay home! Michelle 🙏🏻❤️

At IPC, we practice optimal hygiene and cleanliness at the best of times and adhere to the infection control guidelines set by our registration board. This protocol is something we take seriously and in the current state of affairs, will be amping up our efforts even more. If you are attending the clinic for an appointment in the coming weeks, we encourage you to follow the national guidelines concerning Coronavirus. If you are unwell, display flu like symptoms or have come into contact with someone who is suspected to have the virus please let us know. We will cancel or reschedule your appointment. Stay safe and look after each other!

In honour of International Women’s Day, I thought I’d reflect on Elizabeth Gilbert’s address at the Business Chicks breakfast last week. To quote her, “the most relaxed person in the room is the most powerful”. So, this IWD let’s acknowledge those that are going 100 miles an hour but also those who have made a conscious decision to take the power back and operate from a place of relaxation! Thank you to the amazing women I aspire to be like and those I’m lucky enough to call friends, colleagues and clients. Michelle x

We’re big fans of the warm weather but with it brings an array of foot related issues. Dry skin from barefoot walking, athlete’s foot from increased sweating, warts from increased use of public pools. Let us help you prevent (and treat) these problems so you can enjoy what’s left of summer!

This week we sadly say farewell to our South Yarra space. Due to road closures and overwhelming construction, our lease at Studio PP - Health & Wellness Center has not been renewed. We are in the process of looking for alternative options around the area and hope to find something soon 🤞🏻 So as of 17th February we will be practicing from our Camberwell clinic only. This space is located at 1160 Toorak Road within The Health & Wellbeing Studio We thank you for you understanding and patience during this time!

They told us so 😉

People often present to us seeking treatment for symptoms that are related to a weak immune system. Warts, infections, pain/inflammation and skin conditions to name a few. If no effort is placed on supporting the immune system, improvement may be limited. We work alongside and refer to many other practitioners who can help address underlying immunity issues. It’s part of the holistic and integrated approach we take!

If you’re someone who checks in with your feet regularly, you’ll be no stranger to the many trigger points on the sole of the foot. If you’re new to this, we encourage you to get comfortable with the uncomfortable that is a trigger point (tight spot). There will be some discomfort when working through each trigger point so remember to breathe. Deep diaphragmatic breathing will help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, allowing you to further benefit from this exercise. What are you waiting for...get your ball and start rolling!

Water is essential for life! The quality of the water we drink is something worth considering too. That aside, our skin needs water for hydration, as do our joints and fascia. If we are dehydrated, problems can arise in these areas (ie. cracked heels, aches and pains) so don’t forget to sip water frequency throughout each day.

Today we re-open to start off our new year. We realise the privilege we have being able to come to work without the immediate threat of danger and continue to pray for rain in the areas of Australia that desperately need it 🙏🏻

And just like that we’re finished for another year! We’re grateful to everyone who’s been part of our year and wish you a safe and happy holiday season. We’ll see you on 6th January to kick off the new decade!