Treatments

Corns & Callous

This is Routine Treatment. Callous is an area of hard thickened skin caused by rubbing and friction. A corn is a localised area of hard thickened skin caused by excessive direct pressure.
Both can develop anywhere on the feet and can be due to wearing incorrect footwear, deformities of the feet or poor foot mechanics.

Ingrown Nails

These occur when the edge of the nail pierces the skin in which it lies causing the area to become inflamed, painful and in the majority of cases infected. Ingrown toenails can be caused by a wide and rounded nail plate, poor nail care, tight footwear or an injury or infection. Although more commonly found in the big toe they can occur in any toe.
Depending on the cause the treatment can vary and may be solved by simply removing the offending spike but sometimes may require nail surgery under local anaesthetic to permanently remove the offending section.

Nail Surgery

In some cases of ingrown nails the section of nail that is ingrowing can be removed and a chemical applied to the nail bed to stop this part of the nail growing again.
This is a simple procedure that is undertaken under local anaesthetic with a cosmetically pleasing result.

Verrucae

A verruca is a foot wart. They are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) that enters the skin through a cut or abrasion. They can occur as a single vurruca or as many verrucae spread around the foot or in irregularly shaped groups known as Mosaic. There are various treatments available and your Podiatrist will discuss the options available.

Foot Pain

The foot is a very complex structure consisting of 26 bones and many associated muscles, tendons and ligaments. Small structural and functional imbalances can affect the foot in many ways. The most common forms of foot pain are Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain ) or Neuroma.

Biomechanics & Orthotics

Biomechanics is the study of foot pain and discomfort in relation to foot function.
A biomechanical assessment can assist in identifying the cause of pain and the loss of foot function and imbalance. The restoration of normal foot function can involve exercises ,simple insoles or orthotics.

Also:

• Fungal Infections of Nails and Skin
• Cracked Heels
• Damaged Nails
• General Foot Pain
• Heel Pain
• Sports Injuries
• Diabetic Foot Care

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a form of therapy in which fine needles are inserted into specific points on the body. In the UK, acupuncture is one of the most popular and well-established complementary therapies, with approximately three million people undergoing this kind of treatment each year.

Is Acupuncture safe?

Acupuncture is generally very safe. Serious side effects are very rare – less than one per 10,000 treatments.

Is it painful?

When the needles are inserted, you may feel a tingling sensation, or a dull ache. You should not experience any significant pain. The needles used for acupuncture are very different to those used in injections, or blood tests. They are much finer and solid (rather than hollow), making them less painful to insert. These needles are single-use, pre-sterilised needles, which are disposed of immediately after use.

How does Acupuncture work?

The traditional Chinese theory behind acupuncture as medical treatment is very different from that of Western medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine, health results form a harmonious balance between the complementary extremes (yin and yang) of the life force known as Qi or Chi. Qi is believed to flow through pathways (meridians) in your body. These meridians and the energy flow are accessible through more than 500 acupuncture points. Illness results from an imbalance of the forces. By inserting needles into these points in various combinations, acupuncture practitioners believe that your energy flow will rebalance.

The Western explanation of acupuncture incorporates modern concepts of neuroscience. Many practitioners view the acupuncture points as places to stimulate nerves, muscles and connective tissue. This stimulation appears to boost the natural immune system and the activity of your body's natural painkillers and increase blood flow.

How long does an Acupuncture session last & how much does it cost?

Once the needles used in acupuncture are inserted, they will be left in place for between 15-20 minutes, depending on the type of treatment you require. Initial consultation normally lasts about 30- 45 minutes and costs £40 and the follow up session cost £32 and lasts about 30 minutes. You will normally require approximately 6-12 sessions of acupuncture in order to feel the full benefits of the treatment.

To book an Acupuncture appointment please call 020 8569 5269.

Sometimes by simply removing the offending splinter or spike of nail it is sufficient to solve the problem. If the nail continues to regrow in the same way or you have had a history of recurring ingrowing toenails and want a permanent solution then a simple procedure under local anaesthetic can be undertaken.

This procedure involves an injection of local anaesthetic into the base of the toe to numb the area and the offending part of the nail and nail bed is removed and a chemical (phenol) is applied to the nail bed so that this part of the nail does not regrow.

This procedure is carried out in the clinic in Hounslow. Under certain conditions usually due to medical history or current medication we may advise you to have this undertaken in a hospital situation that we can easily arrange for you.

Most major health insurance providers will cover in some circumstances the cost of this procedure.

If you are not covered by Private Health Insurance then we offer an affordable package price that includes the procedure & follow up appointments as required until the nail has healed.

For further information or advice on how to proceed please Stephanie O’Neill at the clinic directly on 020 8570 1759

She offers a range of treatments to suit everyone whether you want to follow on from your Chiropody / Podiatry treatment with a Post Podiatry Pamper or just want your nails painted with your choice of colour after treatment . Also her Pedicures are becoming popular as her clients appreciate the clinical aspect of her treatment whereby her instruments are sterilised in our autoclave.

Post Podiatry Pamper

£20 After your Podiatry/Chiropody treatment, add the finishing touches with an exfoliation, massage, file, paint and polish.

Prescription Pedicure

£30 Relax and enjoy the ultimate luxury Spa pedicure, where you will indulge your feet using the latest Spa products from O.P.I.

File, Paint And Polish

£10 For your fingers or toes.

Prescription Manicure

£30 Do your hands and nails stand up to close scrutiny? If the answer is “No” then why not indulge them, in a made to measure manicure.

Spa Manicure

£20 No time for the full prescription manicure? In a rush? Try a Spa manicure where you will enjoy, exfoliation, massage, file, paint and polish.