Cloud Nine Podiatry

Daughter 1 home from university✔️
Daughter 2 complete GCSEs ✔️
Time for the Beatties to have a little break and recharge those batteries!
I will be back to work on the 28th June. See you and your feet then 👣🌞

Thank you for joining me in supporting Foot Health Week!
I hope you have learnt a little bit about the importance of your feet!
Why not give them a pamper once in a while 👣❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙🩵

Fungal germs (fungi) often occur in small numbers on human skin where they usually do no harm. However, if conditions are right they can invade the skin, multiply and cause infection. The conditions fungi like best are warm, moist and airless areas of skin, such as between the toes.

A Verrucae (or plantar wart) is usually found on the bottom of the foot and is a small skin lesion usually around 1cm in diameter, but they can grow bigger.
Usually associated with children, verrucae are also a common complaint amongst adults.

It is normal for feet to sweat... but if it starts to cause issues there are a few things that can help!
1) Keep feet clean, an antibacterial soap can help.
2) Use products for perspiring feet - Akileine have a good range which include anti perspiring gel, a foot spray and shoe spray.
3) When buying socks, look for sport or bamboo socks which use the term “wicking”, this means it removes the moisture from the skin.
4) Take extra socks to work/school and change them during the day.
5) Try to rotate the shoes you wear to allow the material to dry, if this is not possible (school shoes/work shoes), there are electrical products you can buy which dry the insides of the shoes, or an old army trick is to use newspaper, scrunch some up and pack the insides, then use the rest to wrap your shoe/boots.

Symptoms of an ankle fracture:

1) immediate sharp pain (often more painful than a sprain)
2) bruising
3) swelling
4) tenderness
5) a visible deformity (especially if your ankle is also dislocated)
6) trouble bearing weight (standing) on your foot

First shoes

Once walking is established your baby is ready for their first pair of shoes.

Make sure their feet are measured by a trained professional.
Feet should be measured every two to four months to allow room for feet to grow.
Choose shoes with natural linings and socks with a high natural fibre content to allow feet to breathe.
Make sure shoes have some kind of fastening. Hook and loop or Velcro fastenings may be easier than buckles and laces. Do not force your child’s feet in and out of shoes without unfastening them.

Fantastic Fact
Those cute little baby feet are boneless😮
At birth and throughout the first year or so of life, babies’ feet are quite different in many ways from those of an adult. Firstly they are a different shape, being wider in the forefoot and narrow at the heel with the toes often being “curly”. Secondly the bones are undeveloped and at this stage consist of nothing more than cartilage, so they are soft and pliable. This is why small children can appear to do things to their feet without any harm at all, which would certainly injure an adult. The 26 bones in each foot gradually develop throughout the early years, becoming basically bony by the age of 7-8 years, at which point the toes have usually straightened. However, they are not fully developed until the late teens.
Please remember this when buying your little ones their footwear!

As you age, your feet change too. Foot pain is not a normal sign of aging - In most cases something can be done to help.

You have 2 pulses in your feet, one on top (dorsalis pedis artery) and one on the inside of the ankle (posterior tibial artery)!
I listen to your pulses during your first assessment, and if I have any concerns I can use my Kardia Mobile mini ECG to record your heartbeat and send you and your GP a copy!
I also continue to check your pulse by touch at every visit - do you notice?

Fantastic Fact 5!
The average person walks 3000 - 4000 steps a day (about one and a half to two miles) You should aim to walk 10000, but you can add 1000 steps a day and you'll be there in a week!

Fantastic Fact 4!
Peripheral neuropathy affects the nerves in the extremities, including the feet. Here are the common signs and symptoms:

Numbness and Tingling: You may experience numbness and tingling sensations in your feet. It’s like having pins and needles.

Burning, Stabbing, or Shooting Pain: Peripheral neuropathy often causes pain in the affected areas. This pain can be burning, stabbing, or shooting.

Loss of Balance and Coordination: Due to nerve damage, you might notice a loss of balance and difficulty maintaining coordination while walking or standing.

Muscle Weakness: Your feet may feel weak, especially when you try to walk or move.

Fantastic Fact 3!
Leonardo da Vinci once stated, "The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art."

Fantastic Fact 2!
The bottom of your feet have 4 layers of muscles!

Happy Foot Health Week!
This week I shall be posting fantastic foot facts!
Fact 1!
What is a Joint?
It's a structure in the human body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together.
We use the names of the two connecting bones to name the joint.
The first metatarsophalangeal joint is where the big toe joins the foot!

As we approach the summer (don't laugh too hard) our feet will be in sandals and the fresh air can dry them out.
Moisturisers are very important to our skin!
Dry skin is prone to cracking, flaking, and breaking, especially for older adults and people with diabetes, whose skin is drier.

I often get asked which moisturiser is the best -
My answer -
The best foot cream is a cream that you like the feel and the smell of, as you are more likely to apply this daily.
A must for foot cream is Urea, it is a natural product and helps to improve the skin’s natural ability to keep in moisture, reducing further moisture loss, whilst also improving the skin's natural barrier.
Popular brands include Flexitol, CCS, Dermatonics… but you can get moisturisers from supermarkets, Boots and Superdrug
For the majority of people, 10% Urea is enough to keep your feet in tip top condition – If you have particularly dry feet or are prone to callus, a 25% Urea maybe more effective, for heels that are prone to cracks and fissures, 40% Urea will help get your feet back on track, but then you should use a lower percentage.

If you find that regular moisturising is not helping your feet, book in to see a podiatrist as you may have an underlying condition we can diagnose and find a treatment for you.

I am thrilled to announce that I have been awarded a spot on the "Three Best Rated" list for Podiatrist in Newbury!

You may notice a slightly different voice on the end of the phone when you call Cloud Nine Podiatry!

My wonderful husband has taken over the task of receiving calls and booking my home visits while I am out on the road treating your feet!

For Home Visit appointments call 07541 092 160

If you require a Clinic appointment, please continue to contact the clinics direct on

Total Health West Berkshire in Thatcham 01635 791 301

Formula Health in Pangbourne 0118 418 1825

Many thanks

My apologies to everyone who has phoned and left a message over the last 3 or 4 weeks. My phone was not registering calls and sending me your voicemails. I reset my phone this morning after wondering why I was so quiet and got 37 voicemails!
I am so sorry! I will be working on returning calls over the next week in-between house call.
My apologies once again, and thank you for your patience!

Had a lovely morning chatting with a wonderful group of ladies about their feet and the menopause! I bet you didn't know that on top of hot flushes, mood changes and everything else us ladies have to deal with at this point in our lives, our feet change too! But not to worry.... podiatrists are here to help! 👣

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Our feet are more important than many of us think. Not only do they help to keep us upright and to move around, but the health of our feet can even indicate how healthy we are in other parts of our body. Foot health is a big issue that everyone should be aware of. International Podiatry Day is about making sure that everyone knows just how essential it is to look after our feet.

Why not grab a bargain for yourself, family or friends and get a lovely foot treatment!
It's such a wonderful experience, and a perfect chance to try reflexology!

To celebrate World Reflexology Week 18th to 24th September, Wendy is offering 25% off any reflexology treatment session booked during September. It is a great opportunity to try reflexology if you have not already done so - it can be so beneficial to both physical and emotional well being.

To book and get your 25% off, call us at the clinic tel 0118 418 1825 or email us at [email protected]

To find out more about reflexology and our other treatments, take a look at our website

https://formulahealth.co.uk/reflexology/

Summer weather can dry out the skin on our feet!
Dry skin is more prone to cracking, flaking, and breaking which is why moisturising is so important for preventing fissures which can lead to foot sores and infections.
Moisturising your feet (but not between the toes) will help to keep them supple as the skin can start to dry out and lose it's natural oils as we age. We also start to lose the fatty pads that cushion the bottom of the feet which means and soles and heels can become dry!
Our feet deserve a treat!
I am often asked which foot cream I would recommend....
The best foot cream is a cream that you like the feel and the smell of, as you are more likely to apply this daily.
A must for foot cream is Urea, it is a natural product and helps to improve the skin’s natural ability to bind in moisture, resulting in the avoidance of further moisture loss, whilst also improving the skin's natural lipid barrier.
Popular brands include Gehwol, Flexitol, CCS, and Dermatonics… but you can get moisturisers from supermarkets, Boots and Superdrug, just check the ingredients for urea!
For the majority of people, 10% Urea is a great maintenance cream and will be enough to keep your feet in tip top condition – If you have particularly dry feet or are prone to callus, a 25% Urea cream maybe more effective, and for heels that are prone to cracks and fissures, a 40% Urea heel balm will help get your feet back on track, then you can use a maintenance cream again.

Happy 2nd Anniversary to Cloud Nine Podiatry! Thank you to everyone who has supported me and my business. I am proud that I have been able to keep so many lovely people on their feet!

I am now on annual leave! I am taking a lovely break with my family. I will respond to emails, phone calls, WhatsApps and messages after the 8th June.
Take care Joli

I will now be hanging up my nippers and scalpels for the weekend to enjoy the time watching the Coronation with my family and friends.
I wish everyone a lovely bank holiday weekend, whether you're rising your glasses to the new King or just enjoying the extra bank holiday, have a grand time.👣👑🥂🍻

Your feet were made for walking, and it’s important not to tiptoe around the importance of foot health. Despite the distance from your heart, the health of your feet can impact your overall health. It’s important not to ignore foot pain. If your feet hurt, it’s time to see a podiatrist.