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Chiropody Surgery Down Under
Michelle and Ivan, podiatrists at the surgery, have just returned from a trip to Australia. During their visit, Ivan delivered the keynote address at the Australasian Podiatry Conference which this...
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Chiropodist or Podiatrist? Whats in a name?
One of the most frequently asked questions at our surgery is "What's the difference between a chiropodist and a podiatrist?"The word chiropody derives from the Greek "Cheir" meaning hand and "pous"...
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Getting your feet fit for summer
So the summer is with us – holidays, sea, sun and sandals! Of course, with sandals comes the need to show off our feet in the good weather. But, many of us are not so keen to expose them to a public...
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Michelle talks to the Mail on Sunday about "Extra care for diabetic tootsies"
The importance of foot care for patients with diabetes cannot be stressed enough. Often it is the most simple measures that can make the difference. The regular application of a moisturiser to the feet...
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Embarrassing Feet with Dr Pixie
Earlier this month, Ivan, podiatrist from the Chiropody Surgery, was invited to attend a day of foot problems with Dr Pixie McKenna, from Channel 4's "Embarrassing Bodies". The day was set up as a...
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Getting your feet fit for Winter
No sooner than October arrives and we notice a change in the weather and a drop in temperature! For feet, autumn is a time of change too as we squeeze our feet into closed in shoes for the winter. A...
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A world first in treating verrucae
Here at the Chiropody Surgery we are very proud to be part of the work involved in the development of a new treatment for verrucae and warts. We have been involved in a 10 month study, approved by the...
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Happy New Year 2016
The staff at the Chiropody Surgery would like to wish all our patients a very Happy New Year!
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Have you tried everything to cure your warts and verrucae? Microwave maybe...
Warts on the hands and the feet (also known as verrucae), are often a troubling and persistant problem. They are caused by a virus which is picked up from damp areas - such as changing rooms and...
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Late last year, Dr Ivan Bristow, podiatrist at the Chiropody Surgery in Lymington scripted and filmed some video about management of common foot problems. We are pleased to say that they have now gone...
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Goodbye to Jacky, our receptionist
A fond farewell to Jacky our receptionist. Jacky has decided to retire after joining the practice 18 months ago. We wish her well for her retirement!
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Mail on Sunday Article
In July this year, Dr Ivan Bristow, from the Chiropody Surgery, was interviewed by the Mail on Sunday. The article was reporting the use of the new Swift Microwave system which the clinic has been...
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Welcome to Louis, our new podiatrist
As of this month we welcome the latest addition to our podiatry team here at the Chiropody Surgery. Louis Mamode graduated from the University of Southampton and worked initially for the NHS in London...
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What does it take to become a chiropodist or podiatrist?
When you put your feet into the hands of a chiropodist/podiatrist, what does that mean? What is a chiropodist / podiatrist and how do you become one? “Chiropodist” and “Podiatrist” are recognised,...
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The Chiropody Surgery makes its contribution at a national level
If you seek advice from anyone about your health, you will always want to know that they are “up-to-date” with all the current developments and treatments within their speciality. This is often a...
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Happy New Year from the Chiropody Surgery
We would like to wish all our patients a Happy Christmas and New Year! Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you in 2017.
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A common winter foot problem
It’s always about this time of the year I am reminded that its winter by my feet! As a podiatrist, I am not afraid to admit that I suffer with that annual problem of chilblains. So, what are they and...
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Love your feet again
Its Valentine's day once again - the time when love is in the air. So, is it time to love your feet again? Are they suffering in silence with pain, hard skin or nail problems? If so, it may be time to...
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Keeping us on our toes
Being health care professionals, in order to remain registered with the regulatory body here in the UK certain standards must be maintained. This week, we had an unusual visit - not from the UK...
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Ten things you never knew about your nails
Its not often we think about our nails but biologically they are a bit of a miracle, protecting the ends of our digits. So in appreciation of them, here are 10 facts you probably never knew about your...
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The sun is out, but are your feet?
As we move into May towards the summer, the weather gets better and the sun comes out but how do you feel about getting your feet out and showing them off in those summer sandals? This may be something...
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The Chiropody Surgery looking good at 50 !
This month we are celebrating 50 years of the Chiropody Surgery which opened in Lymington - way back in 1967. Michelle and her staff would like to thank all her patients for their kind and continued...
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Rapid diagnosis of fungal nail infection - now available
Fungal nail infection, unfortunately, is a very common infection of the foot. Around 8% of the adult population have it. The condition can be difficult to treat, particularly in its advanced stages....
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The chiropody surgery blog wins award!
As part of the Chiropody Surgery website, as a team we have been regularly posting information on this blog since we started the website back in 2014. This is something we have enjoyed doing to keep...
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Blisters and the feet
Blisters are a common problem on the foot and can be very painful relative to their size or location, particularly on the feet. Most are caused by the simple forces generated when walking - friction...
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Keynote at UK National Conference
Earlier this month in Liverpool, at the the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists Annual Conference, our podiatrist Ivan Bristow was invited to give a keynote lecture to the 1500 delegates packed...
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Winter is coming...the chilblains have arrived!
With the onset of winter, now is the time when we step outside and our toes are exposed to the cold weather. The effect for a minority of people can be the development of small, mauve itchy patches on...
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Happy New Year 2018
Wishing all our patients a happy and healthy 2018. We look forward to seeing you (and your feet) all in the New Year!
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Keeping the cold away
Keeping you feet warm in the colder weather can feel like an uphill struggle during winter but some simple advice can be helpful. If you are out and about on a cold day, think about your feet. A lot of...
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Unsightly fungal nails?
Toenails are perhaps not the most glamorous part of our body, but its good to show them off whenever possible. Unfortunately, toenail problems are a common problem. Most often at the chiropody surgery...
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Spring forward with your feet!
Although it may not feel like it quite yet, spring is here and we look forward to longer lighter evenings with warmer weather and a bit of sunshine - if we are lucky. As the temperatures start to rise,...
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Summer is here - don't forget the sunscreen!
As the summer approaches and we are spending more time outdoors it’s good to remember to use a sunscreen when out and about. Its not just for your holiday but also everyday use in the summer sunshine....
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A change in the law - Data Protection
On 25th May 2018, there is a new law introduced which we are sure you will have seen - the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force to allow you to have more information about how...
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The most comfortable shoes now available in Lymington!
Tina in Navy BlueEarlier this year I was attending a podiatry conference in Cardiff when I was introduced to a new shoe company - Joya Shoes. As a podiatrist I see a lot of new shoes every year, but...
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Have I got a fungal toe nail? Find out in five minutes.....
Athletes foot is one of the commonest skin problems in the world today. A study suggested that around 35% of the adult population have it - caused by a fungus that lives on the skin of the feet causing...
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Microwaves - the way forward in verrucae treatment
Verrucae (warts) on the feet (and hands) are not nice things to have and can be very hard to treat. We have been using the SWIFT microwave system for over three years now and continue to have good...
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Our Podiatrist meets Minister in Canada
Our podiatrist, Dr Ivan Bristow, recently made a trip over to Canada to deliver a series of lectures on foot dermatology and microwave technology in Toronto, Montreal and Halifax. Whilst there he met...
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Is 10,000 steps a day really good for you?
I recently got a new smartphone. No, it’s not that its anything to write about but on the main screen I notice it had a “step counter” – it keeps a running daily total of the number of footsteps that I...
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All the leaves are brown and the skies are grey....
October is almost over, and winter is well on its way. Like the leaves on the trees, the temperature drops, and the nights draw in. The effects of winter on our health can be widespread – with...
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"I haven't washed with soap for twenty years"
Last week, in Bournemouth, Michelle, Louis and Ivan from the Chiropody Surgery attended the College of Podiatry’s Annual Conference. Every year, we attend to make sure we are up to date on all things...
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Winter is the time for fungus!
So here we are in the thick of winter – low temperatures and short days are a cold reminder of the season. So what’s the effect on our feet? Well, chilblains are a common problem and can strike during...
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A new antiseptic in the fight against infection
Everyday on the news we hear about the risk of infections in hospitals and that antibiotics are no longer effective as they were. In our clinic, its important that we are able to reduce the risk of...
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April is Foot health Month!
This month is "Foot Health Month" and Spring is definitely the time that feet re-emerge from their winter shoes to more open-toed footwear. At the Chiropody Surgery this is the time of year when we are...
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A Pain in the Toe
The idea of an ingrowing toenail is often the material of comedians but like most medical conditions, if you have it, it is no laughing matter. Ingrowing toenails are a common foot problem causing pain...
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"Wart's" it all about ? Verrucae.
Verruca – what are they?One of the common foot problems we see at the Chiropody Surgery are verrucae. This short article explains all about them and how they may be treated. Verruca (Sole of foot)So...
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Happy Christmas from the Chiropody Surgery Team
Wishing all our patients a very Happy Christmas!
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Happy New Year from The Chiropody Surgery
Wishing a happy and healthy 2020 for all our patients
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