Corns, verrucas, toe nail problems.
At Ashgrove Clinic in Higham Ferrers, our foot health practitioners provide expert care for various foot conditions, ensuring comfort and mobility.
Foot Healthcare Practitioners are trained to assess, treat, and advise on a wide range of common foot problems.
One of the most common reasons people visit a foot healthcare practitioner is for help with hard skin and calluses, which can build up and become painful if left untreated. They also manage corns, cracked heels, and thickened or fungal toenails, all of which can affect walking and cause discomfort.
Foot healthcare practitioners can also support you if you have diabetes and need regular foot checks to reduce the risk of ulcers or infections. They monitor circulation, sensation, and skin health, referring to other healthcare professionals if needed.
Foot Healthcare Practitioners also trim toenails, including those that are particularly thick or difficult to manage at home. This service is especially valuable if you are older or have reduced flexibility. They are trained to spot and treat ingrown toenails, which can be incredibly painful.
If you have conditions such as arthritis, bunions, or foot deformities you might benefit from routine care, as your feet may be more vulnerable to pressure points.
And it doesn’t matter if your feet look a bit untidy, we’ve seen almost every strange foot problem you can imagine.
Jo Fowler says:
“Foot Healthcare Practitioners are not podiatrists, but they can treat a lot of the things podiatrists treat. If you’re not sure what you need, call us! We’ll help you get the treatment you need.“
Conditions we can treat...
Corns
Veruccas
In-growing toe nails
Chilblains
Sweaty feet
Fungal infections
Aging feet
Calluses
Blisters
Toe nail cutting
What our CLIENTS SAY:
“I will always recommend friends visit the clinic if in pain. The practitioners are knowledgeable, kind and trustworthy – and being part of a clinic can refer you to the best person to treat your complaint.”
H Brackley
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the first appointment?
On your first visit to us a full medical case history will be taken. We need to know all aspects of your health. We will ask about your previous injuries, surgery, illnesses, and we will want to know if you’re taking any medication.
Unless we need further information about your condition we would normally treat you on your first appointment.
What happens during treatment?
Once we’ve made a diagnosis, and we are satisfied that it is safe to treat you, we can use a variety of methods to fix your feet.
How long are the appointments?
Your first appointment will be about 30-45 minutes as we need time to take a medical case history.
Follow-up appointments will depend on the problem.
Can I bring somebody with me?
Of course you can! We are very happy for you to have somebody in the treatment room with you. We are quite used to families coming together or parents bringing kids with them. In fact the osteopaths and rhythmic movement therapist often treat children so we’ve very child friendly!
Incidentally, if we are treating children under the age of 16 we insist that a parent or guardian accompany them.
We also ask that if you’re bringing any children under the age of 16 that they join you in the treatment room and are not left to sit in the waiting room unaccompanied by an adult.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you don’t need a referral unless you have private healthcare and your provider requires you to have a referral.
So you can call us any time, or book online, without having to wait for a GP appointment.
Even though a referral by a GP is not necessary, you are encouraged to keep your GP fully informed so that your medical records are up-to-date.
If you have private medical insurance you need to check your cover as some companies specify that you have to have a GP referral.
Can I claim on my insurance?
If you’re not sure whether you can claim to see a foot healthcare practitioner, please check with your insurance before you book. Not all insurance companies cover this therapy as it is not podiatry.
You might also need to whether you need a GP referral before coming to us. Most insurance companies don’t require a GP referral, but some do.
Once you’ve got the Ok from your insurance company we ask that you pay us after each appointment and then claim the money back from your insurance company yourself.
If you would like us to recommend an insurance company please do talk to us when you come in for treatment. We particularly like WPA as they’re so friendly!