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Ask Your Chiropody or Podiatry Questions – 6. September, 2009

scilla wilsdon podiatrist Ask Your Chiropody or Podiatry Questions Our goal is to make this site a useful place for people interested in chiropody or podiatry. With 19 years experience, Scilla Wilsdon is an expert in the field and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

So what are your questions? Do you want to know more about your foot-care? Do your feet smell? What can you do about hard-skin on your feet? What’s the most effective way to treat a verrucae?

Send your question to scilla@wilsdon.co.uk or add to the comments section and we’ll publish the answer (keeping your name and details private).

Medical Disclaimer: Information contained within this blog is for general information and educational purposes only. While I have endeavoured to ensure the accuracy of information contained within this blog, this information should not be used for diagnosis, nor should it be considered a replacement for consultation with a healthcare professional. Please consult with your physician or appropriate health care provider about the applicability of any products, opinions, or recommendations with respect to your personal symptoms or medical conditions. See Full Disclaimer

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Interview With Scilla Wilsdon Chiropodist – 6. September, 2009

scilla wilsdon podiatrist Ask Your Chiropody or Podiatry Questions Quick question to start. How long have you been a chiropodist?

19 years.

Why did you want to become a chiropodist?

Because I am genuinely interested in all aspects of foot-care!

What part of the job do you enjoy most?

Improving patients footcare and, even better, curing their presenting foot condition.

Does it make sense to have regular check-ups with your chiropodist?

How often patients need chiropody treatments depends very much on their foot problems. If a patient requires general foot-care with no specific problem troubling them, then it is probably best to have a check-up every six months.

What are some of the usual treatments you carry out on patients?

Some of the most common problems I encounter are thickened nails and hard skin (callus) on the plantar surface of the foot (sole of the foot).

What services can you provide for patients?

General foot-care, including nail conditions, treatment for verrucae, and assessments of biomechanical problems.

How long do most appointments take?

This depends on the patient’s presenting problem, but an initial first consultation will generally take an hour, with subsequent consultations taking about half an hour.

Can footwear have a detrimental effect on your feet?

Most certainly – footwear can cause many problems for the feet, and advice is always given if the chiropodist feels that a patient’s condition could be improved by more appropriate footwear.

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