- Accommodative orthotic
A soft or semi-rigid in-shoe device designed to reduce pressure and provide comfort for painful or vulnerable areas of the foot. Read more at https://erinapodiatry.com.au/biomechanical-assessments/
- Achilles Tendinopathy
Pain or injury affecting the Achilles tendon, often caused by overuse, poor biomechanics, or tight calf muscles.
- Biomechanical assessment
A detailed podiatry appointment that examines your foot and lower limb alignment, walking pattern (gait), joint range, and muscle function to help diagnose pain and plan treatment.
- Bursitis
Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) near joints, often causing foot pain under the ball of the foot or around joints.
- Callus (Hyperkeratosis)
A thickened area of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction, commonly found on heels or the balls of the feet.
- Capsulitis
Inflammation of the joint capsule, often causing forefoot pain, especially under the second toe.
- Custom-made orthotics
Individually designed insoles or shoe inserts made using scans or impressions of your feet, manufactured on-site at Erina Podiatry to correct alignment or reduce pressure.
- Dermatitis
A general term for inflammation of the skin, which can affect the feet and may be caused by allergies, irritants, or infection.
- Diabetic foot assessment
An annual check-up for people with diabetes that includes nerve and circulation testing, education, footwear advice, and prevention strategies for serious complications. Check out what we do for diabetic foot health.
- Doppler ultrasound
A non-invasive test that uses sound waves to check blood flow in the feet and lower legs.
- Fat Pad Atrophy
Thinning of the protective fat under the heel or ball of the foot, which can lead to pain or increased pressure.
- Fissures
Cracks in thickened or dry skin, particularly on the heels, which can be painful and prone to infection.
- Footwear modifications
Adjustments made to shoes such as adding padding, wedges or changes to the sole to improve comfort and reduce pain.
- Gait analysis
An observation of your walking pattern to identify abnormal foot function that may cause pain or injury.
- Heel pain (Plantar Fasciitis)
A common condition involving inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue under the foot, often causing pain with first steps in the morning.
- Ingrown toenail
A toenail that grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection.
- Joint mobilisation
Hands-on therapy used to gently move stiff or misaligned joints to reduce pain and improve motion.
- Metatarsalgia
General forefoot pain, often under the ball of the foot, usually related to increased pressure on the metatarsal heads.
- Morton’s Neuroma
A painful nerve condition affecting the ball of the foot, commonly between the third and fourth toes.
- Nail Avulsion
Surgical removal of part or all of a toenail. A Partial Nail Avulsion treats ingrown nails, while a Total Nail Avulsion is used for severely damaged nails.
- Off-the-shelf orthotics
Pre-made shoe inserts typically found in pharmacies. These offer general cushioning but limited support compared to custom orthotics.
- Orthotic
A support or insert worn inside the shoe to help with foot alignment, reduce pain, or manage conditions such as flat feet or heel pain.
- Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA)
A minor surgical procedure to permanently remove the section of a toenail that repeatedly becomes ingrown. See what types of nail surgery we perform: https://erinapodiatry.com.au/nail-surgery/
- Plantar Fasciitis
Inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue running under the foot, often resulting in heel pain. Check out our website to see what we can treat: https://erinapodiatry.com.au/biomechanical-assessments/
- Plantar warts (Verruca Pedis)
A viral skin infection that appears as a wart on the sole of the foot. These can be painful, especially when walking.
- Psoriasis
A chronic skin condition that can affect the feet, causing scaling, dryness, and discomfort.
- Sever’s Disease
A common cause of heel pain in children, related to growth and tension in the heel bone.
- Silicone devices
Custom-moulded soft toe props, separators or cushions used to relieve pressure, correct deformities or prevent corns.
- Skin debridement
The careful removal of dead or thickened skin, such as corns or calluses, to relieve pain and prevent infection.
- Synovitis
Inflammation of the lining of joints, sometimes felt as aching or throbbing pain in the foot or ankle.
- Tendinopathy
A general term for tendon injury or inflammation, including conditions like Achilles tendonitis or tibialis posterior dysfunction.
- Toe props and separators
Soft or silicone devices placed between or under toes to relieve pressure, prevent rubbing, and support foot function.
- Ulcer (diabetic or pressure)
An open wound on the foot, often caused by poor circulation, nerve damage, or pressure. Requires expert podiatry care to heal and prevent infection.
- Vascular assessment
Tests performed to assess blood circulation in the feet and lower legs, especially important for people with diabetes or vascular disease.
- Verruca Pedis
The medical name for plantar warts – growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) on the soles of the feet.
- Wound management
Podiatry treatment for chronic or complicated foot wounds, involving cleaning, dressing, offloading pressure and addressing underlying causes. Read more at https://erinapodiatry.com.au/podiatry/