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February 2021
What Do Sore, Tight Calves Mean?
Sore, Tight Calves- Causes and Treatment Calf pain is a common occurrence for athletes, especially in the older runner. Patients may often describe their calves as ‘tight’ or ‘stiff’, and may / may not have previous history of a calf injury. A common presentation to Darwin Podiatry is when the patient...
Common Lower Limb Problems in School Aged Children
Common Problems in School Aged Children: Returning to school can often highlight problems with the lower limb of your child. You might notice new bumps or lumps on the soles of your child's foot, or they might begin to complain of pain in their legs or feet after activity. Below...
Qualities That Make A Good Shoe
It can often be a daunting prospect to choose new shoes for children, for school and sport. There are so many options! Not only do the shoes have to fit properly (see our post on Buying School shoes) they have to look good, feel comfortable and be up to...
Top Tips for Buying School Shoes
Top Tips for Buying School Shoes With a new school year beginning, and the children of Darwin returning to the classroom, many parents and guardians will be shopping for new shoes. It can be a daunting task! Here are Darwin Podiatry's top tips to remember when buying new school shoes:Ensure...