Skiing or cycling biomechanics are different from walking or running. Body weight shifts forwards and load on the forefoot increases; knees work more.
Footcare
Coccyx Pain
The coccyx is a triangularÂshaped bone located at the base of the spine. It is possible to fracture, dislocate or bruise the bone. Coccyx injuries occur more commonly in women because the pelvis is wider (so the coccyx is more exposed).
Cold Weather Feet
Colder weather dries out your skin and nails, making them susceptible to damage and infection…
Hand and Foot pain/stiffness
The most common musculoskeletal problem seen at Angel Yard Osteopaths is low back pain, followed by neck and shoulder pain. However, osteopaths also treat limbs as well as backs.
Peripheral neuropathy or ‘pins and needles’
Peripheral neuropathy (or ‘pins and needles’) is commonly seen in the clinic.
Corns & Callus!
Corns and calluses are hard or thick areas of skin. They’re not usually serious. Corns are small, centralised areas of hard skin, usually painful. Callus is a thickened area of rough, hard skin.
Creams for Your Feet
Our feet take a huge bashing every day. A large array of creams are available to care for your feet depending on your condition.
