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Welcome to the Find Your Stride blog, where we take a moment to address topics and questions that are frequently encountered during our clinics. With time we hope to create an interesting and wide ranging resource that both clients and clinicians find useful. Have a read and let us know what you think. Find Your Stride!
The Society of Shoe Fitters | An Introduction | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Established in 1959, the Society of Shoe Fitters is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting good shoe fitting and foot...
Joshua Francois
Apr 18, 20242 min read
Smiling While Running Could get you a Personal Best | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
In their research paper, Brick et al. (2018) aimed to investigate the effects of facial expression and relaxation cues on movement...
Joshua Francois
Apr 11, 20242 min read
Common Causes of Thickened Toenails | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Thickened toenails, also known as onychogryphosis, is a common condition that can affect individuals of all ages. While thickened...
Joshua Francois
Apr 4, 20242 min read
Dietary Supplements for Athletes | The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Consensus Statement | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
In the world of high-performance athletics, the pressure to excel and outperform one's competition is always present. With the stakes...
Joshua Francois
Mar 28, 20242 min read
Type 2 Diabetes | Preventing Foot Complications is Key | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Diabetes is a chronic illness that affects millions of people worldwide, with type 2 diabetes being the most common form of the disease....
Joshua Francois
Mar 21, 20243 min read
Scarf and Akin Osteotomies | One Way to Correct Hallux Valgus | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction Hallux valgus, more commonly known as a bunion, is a common foot deformity that affects millions of people worldwide. It is...
Joshua Francois
Mar 15, 20243 min read
Introducing Cuboid Syndrome | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction Cuboid syndrome is a relatively common but often overlooked cause of lateral foot pain. It occurs when the cuboid bone,...
Joshua Francois
Mar 7, 20242 min read
Endurance Athlete Suffering Fatigue? | Consider Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), a condition that affects both male and female athletes, has garnered increased attention in...
Joshua Francois
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Athletes Need Sleep! | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
In the world of athletics, it is widely acknowledged that adequate sleep is crucial for optimal performance. The importance of sleep for...
Joshua Francois
Feb 22, 20243 min read
What is a Cheilectomy? | A Surgical Option for Hallux Rigidus | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction A cheilectomy is a surgical procedure commonly used to treat osteoarthritis of the big toe joint, also known as hallux...
Joshua Francois
Feb 15, 20242 min read
The Navicular and Styloid Process | Usually no Cause for Concern | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction The human foot is a complex structure comprised of numerous bones, muscles, and tendons that work together to provide...
Joshua Francois
Feb 8, 20242 min read
The Benefits of Speed Training for Long Distance Runners | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Speed training is an essential component of training for long-distance runners that can greatly benefit overall performance and...
Joshua Francois
Feb 1, 20242 min read
Peripheral Neuropathy | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord are damaged. This can result in...
Joshua Francois
Jan 25, 20242 min read
What is Haglund’s Deformity? | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction Haglund's deformity is a bony growth that develops on the back of the heel. It often affects athletes and individuals who...
Joshua Francois
Jan 18, 20242 min read
Diagnosis of a Stress Fracture | Edinburgh Podiatrist | Find Your Stride
Introduction Stress fractures are a common injury among athletes and physically active individuals, typically occurring in weight-bearing...
Joshua Francois
Jan 11, 20243 min read
What is Plantar Fat Pad Atrophy? | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Introduction Plantar fat pad atrophy is a common condition that affects the bottom of the foot. It occurs when the fatty tissue under the...
Joshua Francois
Jan 4, 20242 min read
The Manchester Scale | Grading your Bunion | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Hallux valgus, commonly known as a bunion, is a condition that affects the big toe, causing it to lean inward towards the second toe. It...
Joshua Francois
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Sinus Tarsi Syndrome: An Overview | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
Recently, I have encountered several cases of sinus tarsi syndrome during my clinics, prompting this blog post on the condition. Below I...
Joshua Francois
Dec 21, 20232 min read
What is Psoriatic Arthritis? | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
I've seen a few patients with psoriatic arthritis recently, so here's a blog post on this troublesome condition. Psoriatic arthritis is a...
Joshua Francois
Dec 14, 20233 min read
The Big Toe Joint Keeps you Moving Forward | Find Your Stride | Edinburgh Podiatrist
The first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint plays a crucial role in the biomechanics of walking, so here's a quick post on it's importance....
Joshua Francois
Dec 7, 20231 min read
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