A callus is a section of skin that has become toughened and thick because of friction, pressure or irritation. Most people get calluses on their feet, but they can even occur on the hands, elbows or knees. Calluses feel lumpy to the touch, but since...
Turn back the clock to August 1998. There’s an old semi in Bondi Junction that's waiting to be rented. It needs a fresh lick of paint, has a mould problem and its front yard is literally a jungle out there… Enter, stage left, podiatrist Russel...
Let our Sports Podiatrist Russel Rubin guide you on how to take care of your feet and your footwear after you’ve run a race. He should know; not only is Russel a trained Sports Podiatrist, he has also competed as a cyclist and a runner in...
Follow these simple yet effective warm-up tips from our Podiatrist Trevor Proskewitz before you head out for a run. A smart warm-up gives your muscles, bones and joints a chance to loosen up. It gradually and gently increases your heart rate and makes it easier to...
It’s no secret by now that traditional flimsy thongs are associated with gait alterations that can contribute to more serious issues, but for many patients, thongs are a hard habit to break. A new generation of “comfort” thongs offers an alternative, but clinicians remain wary.Anyone...
