STEP + STRIDE PODIATRY NEWS
Step + Stride Podiatry is the only Podiatry clinic in Auckland that has achieved the Allied Health Services Sector Standard Certification.
Growing pains?
Are Growing Pains Really About Growth? š£ Many children experience aches and pains in their legs, especially during periods of increased activity. Often referred to as "growing pains", these discomforts are common in school-aged children [...]
Take some time out this Labour Day
š£ Happy Labour Day! Today we celebrate the workers who keep our communities, businesses, and healthcare services running every day. If you've been working hard on your feet, take some time to rest, recover, and [...]
Preparing for summer?
As the weather warms up and sandals come out of the wardrobe, now is the perfect time to give your feet some extra attention. āļøš£ Getting Your Feet Ready for Summer Summer means spending more [...]
World Osteoporosis Day – Oct 20th
World Osteoporosis Day "Build, Protect and Strengthen Your Bones for Life" ā¢ Exercise: Regular weight-bearing, muscle-strengthening, and balance-training activities. ā¢ Nutrition: Diets rich in calcium, vitamin D, and protein, plus safe sun exposure. ā¢ Lifestyle: [...]
How does hypermobility affect the way I walk?
āØļø How Hypermobility Can Change the Way You Walk āØļø If you're hypermobile, the way you walk may change long before you realize you're compensatingāand that can affect your entire body. Here are some things [...]
International Podiatry Day- 8th October
š£ Celebrating International Podiatry Day Today we acknowledge the Podiatrists across New Zealand and around the world who work tirelessly to improve foot health, mobility, and overall wellbeing. Podiatrists play an essential role in preventing [...]
Why do my feet smell?
Feet smell becauseĀ sweat trapped in shoes creates a warm, dark, and damp environment. Bacteria on your skin thrive in these conditions, feeding on your sweat and dead skin cells. As they break this mixture down, [...]
Funny Foot Facts!
Funny Foot Facts Ā Your feet are basically high-performance weightlifters and sweaty sponges. They house a quarter of your body's bones, take on up to four times your body weight when running, and can pump [...]
Do I apply ice to my injury?
Apply ice for acute injuries with swelling (sprains, strains, or bruises) within the first 24 to 72 hours. Wrap a cold pack in a towel and apply for 15-20 minutes at a time. Avoid ice [...]