| STATE REGISTERED CHIROPODY SURGERY | |
| Richard Barlow B.Sc.(Hons) M.Ch.S. S.R.Ch State Registerd Chiropodist/Podiatrist | |
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Is your chiropodist state registered? When you visit a doctor or dentist, you do so with confidence in the training which they have received. This is not the case where chiropody is concerned. Anyone can set up in private practice without any training.
There are also those who have undertaken formal training which is not recognised for the purpose of State Registration. State registered chiropodists use the letters SRCh after their names. Always ensure that the chiropodist you visit is described as State Registered or SRCh.
They can provide a wide range of treatment such as biomechanics, sport medicine, bone surgery and treatments under locally injected anaesthesia. Your practitioner will be able to advise you what treatments are available, including:
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| ROUTINE TREATMENT | |
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This is the palliative treatment of the corns, callous and sore nails.
Regular treatment will help alleviate the pain of such lesions. Further treatment may be recommended during the appointment Initial Treatment - £20.00 Subsequent Treatments - £17.00 |
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| SURGICAL PROCEDURES | |
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Ingrowing Toenails
These can be very painful and if not treated quickly will become infected. Such nails can be removed either totally or partially under local anaesthetic. The nail root is then treated with a chemical which prevents the nail regrowing. This procedure is 95% successful. Nail surgery from £160 including dressings and follow up visit (if required). Verrucae Verrucae are caused by the wart virus and can be highly contagious. They may be spread to other areas of the foot and may be transmitted to the hand and face. There are several ways of treating verracue. Cryotherapy involves the lesion being frozen which eventually destroys the virus. Acid treatment involves burning the skin which has been infected by the virus Verrucae treatment: £16.00 Course of six treatments: £60.00 |
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| SILOPADS | |
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These pads are impregnated with medical grade mineral oil to lubricate the skin. This helps to keep the skin soft and supple. The gel acts as a shield that absorbs pressure and movement between the foot and footwear or between toes. Many types of silopads are available:
These pads have been proved to be successful with long-standing corns and hard skin and should be considered before any other sort of padding. All pads are priced at least 25% less than other major footcare specialists. A comprehensive range of foot care products is available including CCS Foot Care Cream and Spray. |
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| BIOMECHANICAL ASSESSMENT | |
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"When your feet hurt you hurt all over"
How many times have you heard this saying? If you have flat arches it will affect the way you walk. In turn transmits excessive stresses to other parts of the body such as back and neck. These problems can be helped by orthotics which are insoles especially made for your feet and your feet alone. They correct the way you walk and so relieve these symptoms. Insoles range from simple devices to support the arch, to plastic custom made orthotics which correct the way you walk. All insoles are designed to fit your foot alone, ensuring optimum control and comfort. Insoles available from £35 |
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| TERMS AND CONDITIONS | |
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Due to the nature of chiropodial problems (as with all medical conditions) no guarantee can be given that lesions such as corns or verracue will be resolved after treatment. Indeed, problems may reoccur within several weeks of treatment. However, there are many options available when deciding the best course of action - such as palliative treatment, insoles, surgery or even referral to the local hospital. You can be assured that your problem will be dealt with sympathetically and in total confidence. If you have any problem following a chiropody visit you MUST telephone with FOUR days to receive free treatment. After this time follow up treatment will be charges at the normal rate. Nail surgery and cryotherapy patients are issued with strict instructions and should follow these carefully. The chiropodist will not be responsible for those patients who do not follow these instructions.
Nail surgery have an average success rate of 95% i.e., 95% of all nails removed will not regrow. Cryotherapy is normally a one-off treatment but occasionally it may be necessary to have several sessions which may incur addition fees. Non attendance - It is regretted that a fee of at least £10 will be charged when you make an appointment and fail to attend without giving 24 hours notice. |
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For further information please telephone (01922) 626500 or e-mail chiropody@davisandsamuels.co.uk . |
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9:00 - 17:30 (mon-fri)
9:00 - 17:00 (sat)
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