Blog - Randell's Footcare

Glasgow to Norwich, a podiatry journey explained

Posted 16th October 201916th October 2019 Karen RandellPosted in Uncategorised

Leaving high school my interest in sports and fitness led me to studying sports coaching. On completion of this course, I took a year out to work and save money to travel. Returning I wanted to use the skills I had gained from studying sports to transfer into a medical related field so with a bit of encouragement from family I decided to choose Podiatry. Glasgow Caledonian University Studying for four years and gaining my BSc Hons degree in Podiatry from Glasgow Caledonian University has equipped me well for the role. The exposure was great. I have been lucky enough to […]

High Heels – is it worth it?

Posted 27th June 20199th July 2019 randellsPosted in Advice, Footwear, Neuroma, pain, Uncategorised

Ladies, we all love wearing high heels right? We feel elegant, taller and just fabulous when we put a pair on! However, there is a reason our feet throb in pain after about an hour of wearing stilettos. Yes, you all know that feeling of pulling your foot out of the heels when the night has finished and wincing in pain. This is because, high heels – alas – are just no good for our feet! If you wear high heels on rare occasions, at a party or wedding, there won’t be any long-lasting damage. However, if you wear […]

Why do I need podiatry?

Posted 20th March 201921st March 2019 Karen RandellPosted in Footcare, Podiatry, Podiatry services

Why do I need podiatry? A patient’s guide to podiatry services by Karen Randell. Common concerns about podiatry treatment Will it be painful? Treatment is usually pain free and should give immediate relief fromdiscomfort. Will I get an infection? All our instruments will besterilised or single use. Ourpodiatrists are trained to preventcross infection and will weargloves and aprons for yourprotection. What if I still have discomfort? We expect our patients to walkout of the clinic in completecomfort but if you do still haveproblems we will offer you a freefollow up appointment. Why is it so expensive? Our podiatrists have spent […]

Footballers’ Feet: What are they like?

Posted 18th October 201821st March 2019 Karen RandellPosted in Advice, Footcare, Podiatry, Podiatry services

In my experience as a Randell’s Footcare podiatrist working with professional footballers, I have found two well defined stages during the football season. The bad one and the worst. Blisters, calluses, damaged nails Despite what we might think (that footballers must have perfect feet), in contrast, once inside the treatment room you find completely the opposite. Blisters, callus, bruised nails, damaged nails or even no nails! Sometimes our mission is just to make things a bit easier for them. Sometimes they just need advice to find the way to keep their feet in tiptop condition. In some cases we need […]

Growing pains and children’s limbs

Posted 4th February 201824th March 2018 Karen RandellPosted in Bio-mechanics, childr

Growing pains? Does your child complain of leg and foot pains? Recurrent limb pain in childhood is a fairly common condition, with children typically experiencing aching pains in the late afternoon and early evening. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/growing-pains/symptoms-causes/syc-20354349 The under fives might complain of their legs feeling tired rather than painful and you might notice they are unusually clumsy or unstable. There is a lot of confusing advice about, including old wives tales which put it down to the growth process and the term ‘growing pains. Forget Harry Potter’s agonising experience of re-growing bones, there is in fact little to no medical evidence that the growth process is painful. Should you be worried? […]

Flat feet in Children

Posted 4th February 2018 Karen RandellPosted in childr, Footcare

Does your child have flat feet? Parents often ask us if it is necessary to treat a child for flat feet. Obviously they are concerned for the welfare and well-being of their children, so there is nothing “silly” about such requests. Hopefully this advice can help set some minds to rest. Children are not “little adults” Their feet and legs are not miniature versions of an adult form, as the child undergoes various lower limb changes during its first few years. If you look at an x-ray of a child’s feet, you might be surprised to note that there is […]

Doppler used to test circulation

Posted 19th November 20174th February 2018 Karen RandellPosted in Footcare, Information

Doppler used to test circulation Do you suffer from diabetes or another condition that affects blood circulation? If so then we recommend that you have a Doppler test at least once a year. However at Randell’s we will routinely test all of our patients as part of your assessment. Comparison of your Doppler results over time helps us to detect, monitor and treat any compromised circulatory problems that may exist. Sometimes problems arise from the medication that people take and we are able to refer back to the GP’s for review. High frequency acoustic sound waves are applied to the […]

Dementia and the Importance of Foot-care

Posted 14th November 2017 Karen RandellPosted in Advice, Footcare, Information, Treatment

DON´T FORGET ME Why is good foot-care so important for people with dementia? People with dementia can be prone to a loss of elasticity, sensitivity and padding in their feet. They can also suffer with collapsed arches and poor blood circulation. In addition to all this, dementia can cause unsteadiness, which in turn can lead to increased risk of falls and broken bones. Good footcare can minimise the risks associated with all of these problems and keep feet in the best posible condition. How can I help a person with dementia care for their feet? · Pay attention to footwear: […]