Morton’s neuroma is a common cause of pain in the forefoot, and ultimately makes wearing tight, or even normal width footwear painful. It can also become difficult to stand comfortably at work, or at home, as well as enjoy exercise and recreational activities. So...
Preserve motion, avoid fusion! The Cartiva implant is a revolutionary approach in modern foot surgery techniques and is now widely used throughout the world for treatment of conditions affecting the big toe joint. Hallux rigidus, also known as hallux limitus, is a painful foot...
What is rehabilitation? The term rehabilitation is used in a variety of different settings and contexts. It can be defined as the process of optimising physical and functional states following injury, illness or disease. Post-surgical rehabilitation is type of rehabilitation that aims to return...
The presence of heel pain in children can significantly limit their ability to participate comfortably in sport and exercise, and at times can cause children to stop playing sport for a period of time altogether. The most common cause of heel pain is a...
Results after Heel Spur Removal Surgery in Perth What is a Heel Spur? A heel spur is a common complaint at Perth podiatry practices, and is often found incidentally when a patient’s foot is X-rayed for other purposes. Having a heel spur is not...
Cost of orthotics in Perth Orthotics are therapeutic devices prescribed by podiatrists that are worn inside shoes to control biomechanical abnormalities and relieve foot pain and pressure. Orthotics in Perth can be ‘off the shelf’ which is a pre-made device with no special modifications...
Podiatry for Children in Perth Children’s foot problems are a common presentation in Perth podiatry clinics and can begin in the early years of life. Foot problems can range from acute sports injuries to more complex structural problems present from birth. When having your...
Custom Made Orthotics for Heel Pain in Perth Custom made orthotics are prescribed by Perth podiatrists every day for a number of different foot, ankle and lower limb problems. Podiatrists are university trained health professionals who assess, diagnose and treat all types of foot...
Rehabilitation after Bunion Surgery Perth Rehabilitation after bunion surgery in Perth constitutes a vital part of the recovery process, and usually follows a period of rest and restricted activity. Whether you have undergone a simple tendon release, or a more involved procedure such as...
Foot Surgery in Perth for Hallux Rigidus Hallux rigidus essentially means arthritis of the big toe joint which results in progressive pain and sometimes bony deformity. There are a number of different factors which may cause hallux rigidus including previous injury, osteoarthritis or inflammatory...
HEEL PAIN IN PERTH People with longstanding heel pain in Perth walk into our Perth Podiatry practice everyday frustrated by their lack of improvement despite spending extensive time and money on treatment. By listening closely to our patient’s history and carrying out a thorough...
Morton’s Neuroma in Perth Morton’s neuroma is a common issue affecting the digital nerve in the forefoot which produces pain, numbness and/or shooting or tingling sensations. Morton’s neuroma surgery in Perth is aimed at decreasing pain associated with the condition through surgical removal of...
Ankle pain or pain in the hindfoot can have a significant effect on everyday activities resulting in pain when walking or exercising, difficulty carrying out duties at work and affecting the types of footwear that can be worn comfortably. There are a number of...
Navigating our complex health care system can be challenging and hence finding the right podiatric surgeon can be difficult. Here we discuss 5 things to look for in a foot surgeon to ensure a positive experience and the best results. 1. Excellent Communication Having...
A large proportion of us have experienced pain in one or both heels at some stage of our lives, but when the pain becomes more than just an ache in the morning and starts to affect activities of daily living, it’s time to see...
Do you have problems finding footwear that fits and is comfortable? Do you have pain in your toes or under the ball of your foot? Do you have callouses or corns on your toes? If you answered yes to these questions, it is likely...
Misalignment of the feet can not only result in foot pain and discomfort but a pain in areas such as the ankles, knees, hips and lower back. Unfortunately, often when problems arise in other parts of the body, pain relief is targeted at this...
Our specialist Dr Andrew Knox is the premiere provider of keyhole bunion surgery in Perth, Western Australia. Since introducing this novel technique in January 2018, he has performed over 350 keyhole-based bunion surgery procedures achieving good deformity correction with a high patient satisfaction rate....
Bunion surgery is one of the most common foot surgeries performed at Perth Podiatric Surgery and involves correction of misalignment of the big toe joint. Surgery aims to relieve pain associated with the condition, prevent worsening of the deformity and allow a return to...
Ingrown toenails are one of the most common problems seen by foot surgeons in Perth, and they often present following extensive failed conservative treatment. At the first sign of an ingrown toenail, you may think your best port of call is your general practitioner...
Making the decision to undergo foot surgery can be an anxious time, however being prepared and knowing what is expected during the recovery period can ease any worry and angst about the process. The recovery stage is different for all types of procedures and...
Foot surgeries performed by Dr Andrew Knox of Perth Podiatric Surgery take place at four excellent facilities across Perth. Perth Podiatric Surgery Shop 8, 12-18 Napoleon Street, Cottesloe WA 6011 www.perthpodiatricsurgery.com Perth Podiatric Surgery in Cottesloe is fully equipped to perform minor foot surgeries...
Foot specialists in Perth see a wide array of foot and ankle complaints through their doors each day. Many patients see a Podiatric Surgeon as their first point of contact, while others will be seeking out a second opinion or want further options following...
One of the most important aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle is physical activity, and in order to move our bodies regularly, our feet must be in top condition. The prevalence of lifestyle diseases is on the rise in today’s modern society and inactivity...
If your foot problem has not responded to treatments provided by other health professionals, we recommend seeing our Podiatric Surgeon Dr Andrew Knox for opinion. Dr Knox is registered as a Specialist in Australia and is the best qualified person to offer advice on...
Custom made orthotics are specially-designed insoles which can help to treat a variety of common foot problems and gait problems. Podiatrists are the only professionals who are suitably trained and qualified to provide custom made orthotics in Perth, and have the best understanding about...
Bunions are a very common podiatric issue with many people (especially women) developing the big toe deformity as they age. When a bunion develops, the big toe will begin to point towards the other toes as opposed to straight. The result is a bump...