Hello, welcome to this website and thank you for visiting. If it is your first time we hope you find it useful. The aim is to let you know what treatments are available and what you can expect from an appointment. Hello, welcome to this website and thank you for visiting. If it is your first time we hope you find it useful. The aim is to let you know what treatments are available and what you can expect from an appointment. During your first appointment routine details, that includes medical history, are taken. You will receive a consultation where a foot assessment is carried out and this is followed by the treatment on your first visit. Follow up appointments are discussed. For example: Full medical history includes current medication, particularly any blood thinners for circulatory disorders, such as aspirin or warfarin; health conditions e.g. diabetes, arthritis, allergies, injuries, plus other information e.g. pregnancy or regarding lifestyle. Relevant lifestyle changes include weight bearing sports, a standing job, footwear or any other information relevant to the care and advice for you uniquely. These details are kept confidential and are taken only in order to prevent injury, help alleviate current discomfort and help prevent future disorders leading to ill health. You are given an assessment of your gait by observation, your posture and mobility in general and thorough diagnosis of skin and nail disorders. Footwear is discussed. Your chiropodist/podiatrist is trained and experienced in asking the right questions. She is able to listen to you and identify the structure and understand the affected areas of the feet. She can help to decide how to enable your feet to provide their best possible support and action for their range of functions. These functions may include maintaining your basic upright standing posture through to achieving the performance of an athlete.