With the Cairns AFL season in full swing it is essential that you are in the appropriate boots and doing everything you can to ensure your body lasts throughout the ...read more
A leg length discrepancy is a difference between the length of the legs from your hips down to your feet. Minor leg length differences are very common, with a majority of ...read more
There are many reasons why you should visit a Podiatrist over going to a nail salon. While nail salons may make your feet look pretty and pampered, there are some ...read more
Firstly, what is a wart? Warts are a skin infection caused by the Human Papillomavirus. There are numerous different warts which all differ slightly in appearance. However they generally all ...read more
Using a massage ball to release your plantar fascia Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common conditions we see here at FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics Cairns. Anybody who has ...read more
Raynaud’s phenomenon is a problem that results in decreased blood flow to the fingers. In some cases, it also causes less blood flow to the ears, toes, knees, or nose. ...read more
Both heat and cold therapy are common methods for the FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics treatment of painful or achy legs and feet; however knowing when and why to use each ...read more
In the tropics our feet are prone to sweat which may cause foot odour due to the humidity. Coming up into the Cairns wet season our shoes and orthotics are ...read more
Foam rollers are a self massage tool designed to assist with myofascial release across all regions of the body. Foam rolling is a great alternative to getting a sports massage ...read more
So you’ve had your initial biomechanical assessment with your treating FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics podiatrist and they have recommended dry needling to assist with your treatment. Straight up the word ...read more
If you suffer from dry or cracked heels, you will be well aware of how uncomfortable this can be. Dry skin may need a little extra care, especially in harsh ...read more
Coming into the warmer months and the wet season thongs are the choice of footwear of many North Queenslanders. Havaianas have long been the favourite style of thong in FNQ ...read more
Are my orthotics capable of switching between shoes? It’s no secret that custom orthotics are an investment and when it comes to investing it’s only natural to want and expect ...read more
What is a bunion? A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. It occurs when some of the bones in ...read more
Richie Brace: Pro’s Custom orthotic footplate means the Richie brace has the ability to incorporate any feature a normal foot orthotic can possess. Custom fit to the foot and leg, ...read more
Foot drop is the result of an acquired weakness or paralysis within the muscles of the front of the leg. This weakness results in a gait abnormality where there is ...read more
Are you tired of swapping chores for leg and foot massages from your significant other? Stop right there because we have the answer for you! Foam rollers are a self ...read more
Cricket is a tough sport especially up in Cairns with the heat and the humidity. With the long time standing throughout the day, cricket can have a gruelling effect on ...read more
Back to school, it’s that time of year again. You’ve almost made it through the struggle that is eight weeks of school holidays and you remember the kids need new ...read more
The pre-season training and foot pain. Getting back into pre-season training isn’t only tough on the fitness level. Without proper preparation injury can occur. Injuries such as shin splints, achilles ...read more
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) also known as ‘Shockwave therapy’, is used to treat a range of lower limb conditions. More so, long-standing soft tissue conditions such as Plantar Fasciitis (heel ...read more
The festive season is fast approaching, reminding us how close we are to 2022! With the new year just around the corner, it is important to remember that the majority of ...read more
Orthotics fit great into shoes such as runners but even as podiatrists we understand wearing runners all the time is just not going to happen. So the next big question ...read more
What is a CAM walker and what considerations should you take if you are in one A CAM walker is a brace that is used by your podiatrist to immobilises ...read more
The FNQ heat is well and truly upon us already, which for most locals means wearing closed in shoes even less than usual. While this is not ideal, particularly for ...read more
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common conditions we see here at FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics Cairns. Anybody who has experienced this condition knows just how painful, debilitating and ...read more
Living in FNQ we are certainly no stranger to lathering on sunscreen on a daily basis. The outdoor lifestyle, thongs and barefeet is a way off life up this part ...read more
You are now the excited new owner of your first pair of custom orthotics and you are most likely itching to give them a test run. However, custom orthotics are ...read more
What causes tingling toes? Symptoms such as tingling, numbness and burning are a common presentation in our Cairns Podiatry clinics. There can be a number of different causes and contributing ...read more
Retrocalcaneal bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa located between the calcaneus (heel bone) and anterior (front) surface of the Achilles tendon. Bursa are fluid filled sacs and can be ...read more
Are you suffering from pain at the back of your heels, particularly when you get up to walk from resting? Chances are, you are suffering from Achilles tendinopathy. Achilles tendinopathy ...read more
Have you started suffering from pain in the ball of your foot? Here is a simple 5-step guide that can help, all from the comfort of your home! It is ...read more
Discoloured toe nails are one of the most common presenting complaints we have in our Cairns Podiatry clinics across Far North QLD. As a general rule, the discolouration is secondary ...read more
A very common condition that at some most people will experience a one point or another here in FNQ, where it is quite humid and hot to say the least ...read more
Have you started running more recently and started to develop shin pain? Chances are, you are probably suffering from shin splints! Shin splints Cairns treatment is available at FNQ Podiatry ...read more
Identifying when your running shoes may need replacing is far from an exact science, however there are a number of factors which contribute to the lifespan of a shoe and ...read more
Do you ever look at your child pushing and bending their bodies into all sorts of weird and wonderful positions and just think “OUCH!” Well, chances are their party tricks ...read more
Feet are the foundation of our bodies and play an important part of a happy, healthy lifestyle. The foot is an engineering masterpiece consisting of 26 bones, 33 joints, and ...read more
Are you tired of worrying about rolling your ankle every time you exercise? Are even simple activities such as walking the dog around the block or hiking up your favourite ...read more
Running is a very healthy activity with many health benefits. With the current restrictions on socialising and closure of gyms, many people will be turning to running as a form ...read more
A common concern many parents express is that their child seems to trip over a lot or seems generally ‘awkward’ or ‘clumsy’ compared to other children their age. There are ...read more
Have you been monitoring that little white/yellow discolouration on your toenail for a while? Are you concerned that it could be growing? Chances are, you have a fungal infection in ...read more
Plantar Fasciitis – Aka ‘Heel Spur Syndrome’ Have you changed your exercise routine as a result of Covid-19 and all of a sudden developed pain under your heel? Are those ...read more
Have you noticed a small growth on the under-side of your feet or toes? Has it started to cause some pain when you are walking bare-foot around the house? Chances ...read more
So, you’ve finally decided to enter that marathon/triathlon you’ve been talking about for a while and have started training harder than ever. You are past the initial ‘why on earth ...read more
Many people may not recognise the seriousness or number of complications that may occur if Diabetes is not properly controlled and monitored, with foot problems among the most serious. Approximately ...read more
Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that we see at FNQ Podiatry & Orthotics. It is often due to a sudden increase in exercise or a change in training ...read more
The community in Cairns is very fortunate to have access to the Podiatry services provided by FNQ Podiatry & Orthotics, which includes several well located clinics throughout Northern Queensland, including ...read more
Your Podiatrist in Cairns provides services dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and management of medical conditions and injuries of the foot, ankle and lower limb. Foot and ankle problems ...read more
If you are you continually suffering from tired, aching feet, you can choose to take a step in the right direction and head for your local Podiatrist in Cairns. You ...read more