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Why Orthotic Check ups are so important
We know orthotic check ups are easy to overlook if everything feels ok.......BUT sometimes this can be deceiving.
Just like the dentist, if you don’t have your regular check up, you run the risk of unnecessary trouble creeping up on you.
So what does this mean?
- The clever things we hide inside your shoes stop your feet and legs drifting out of alignment. If your feet drift out of alignment, the knees, legs, hips and spine follow. If your orthotic check is overdue, the drifting is already happening. Don’t try telling yourself it’s not.
- The further away you drift, the more joint stress, wear and tear and compensation occurs, plus the unnecessary energy you're having to waste managing it. That’s not good news now and even worse news later on.
- Arthritis and compensatory muscle soreness during and after exercise can also begin to occur. GOOD alignment and function helps improve you efficiency, balance, speed, endurance and coordination.
We want to encourage you to look after your orthotics AND If you do, you can look forward to all the good things that come with it; performance, longevity and the health of your feet, legs, knees, hips and spine. Set aside 20 minutes once a year and we will take care of the rest for you.
Covid 19 update 16/07/20
With fears of a second wave, be assured that we here for you and still following the regulations set to us by the NSW Department of Health.
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT?...
* Compliance with social distancing regulations
* We will still call, text or email the DAY BEFORE your booked appointment if you have not replied to our Standard appointment reminder call, SMS and or email two days before the appointment is due.
* We urge patients to arrive to the clinic at the time of their appointment. No earlier and to kindly contact us if they are running late.
* We will ask that you use the sanitation stations around the clinic, positioned on entry, in all treatment rooms, at reception and upon leaving the clinic.
We ask ALL clients to respect the boundaries we have implemented in the interests of every individual in our care and our staff
We urge anyone that is experiencing a fever or cough to stay at home but do not hesitate to contact us by phone 0293631876 or email reception@podmedpodiatry.com.au
You are in safe hands with the PodMED Team
Sam, Claire, Rob, Anneliese, Rosetta and Sophie.
Read MoreAthlete's Foot "After Hours Fitting Sessions"
NOW with $25 discount off your footwear purchase!!
Following interest for the after hours fitting sessions Athlete's Foot Bondi Junction have kindly arranged exclusively for our patients, we have a few dates to give.
Thursday 21st May between 7.30-8.30pm
Tuesday 26th May between 5.30-6.30pm
Call us on 0293631876 or email us reception@podmedpodiatry.com.au to show your interest or make a reservation
PodMED Podiatry and The Athlete’s Foot Bondi Junction (Shop 2024, Level 2)
Read MorePodMED and Athlete's Foot
Here at PodMED we are hearing how so many of you are going for walks far more than ever right now and are in need of good footwear. Rob Parish has touched on the importance and advice on purchasing footwear on our Facebook and Instagram page.
Read MoreCovid 19 update 08/04/2020
In these unsettling times, we want to assure you that we are still open, here for you and strictly following the regulations set to us by the NSW Department of Health.
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT?...
*Only TWO Podiatrists will be working at any one time to comply with social distancing regulations
- A call, text or email the DAY BEFORE your booked appointment if you have not replied to our Standard appointment reminder call, SMS and or email two days before the appointment is due.
- We ask that you arrive to the clinic at the time of your appointment. No earlier and to kindly contact us if you are running late.
- We ask that you please wait outside the clinic until we invite you inside.
- We will ask that you use the sanitation stations around the clinic, positioned on entry, in all treatment rooms, at reception and upon leaving the clinic.
We ask ALL clients to respect the boundaries we have implemented in the interests of every individual in our care
We urge anyone that is experiencing a fever or cough to stay at home but do not hesitate to contact us by phone 0293631876 or email reception@podmedpodiatry.com.au
You are in safe hands!
PodMED Team
Sam, Claire, Rob, Anneliese, Rosetta and Sophie.
Read MoreIf it has been more than 3 years since your orthotic devices were maintained or replaced!
In that time even our lower activity clients will have taken over 2 million steps each year! Over the course of orthotic therapy we expect your feet to change, so we need to ensure your orthotic device evolves with your feet.
We use the highest grade of materials available worldwide, giving longevity of orthotic life and lightweight performance; however, your orthoses will still experience the compressible weight of our body and activity over time.
What do we expect your orthotics may need after 3 years of wear and tear?
1. Ideally a “Re-setting” of your existing orthotic therapy to allow continuity, rather than a “re-make”.
2. If it turns out your orthotic devices have worn out, we have all your previous orthotic designs stored. We save time by updating these designs, maximising your performance without having to start from scratch.
Sam, Rob and Anneliese
Read MoreCovid 19 update 2/4/2020
We are still clear to remain open by the NSW Department of Health and to stay in alignment by new regulations we have put in the following new measures -
- We will only have two Podiatrists working at any one time.
- A call, text or email the DAY BEFORE all booked appointments to patients who do not reply to our Standard appointment reminder call, SMS and or email two days before the appointment is due.
- We ask all patients to arrive to the clinic at the time of their appointment. Not early and to contact us if running late.
- We ask all patients kindly wait outside the clinic until they are invited inside
- Sanitation stations, masks and gloves will continue to be provided to all visiting patients.
We ask that all clients respect the boundaries we have implemented in the interests of every individual in our care and our staff
- For all patients now considered ''high risk'', please do not hesitate to contact us on 0293631876 or reception@podmedpodiatry.com.au to discuss your options.
We are all i this together.
We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment.
Kindest Regards,
PodMED Team
Sam, Claire, Rob, Anneliese, Rosetta and Sophie.
Read MoreCovid 19 update 16/03/2020
With the current status of COVID-19 and the impacts it is having, we want to reassure all our clients that we are doing everything we can to firstly look after your health and safety, along with that of our team and are currently clear to continue to provide services in our clinic. Albeit with some additional measures explained below.
We have put in place sanitation stations in our clinic and will be providing masks and gloves to all clients attending appointments.
Our team are updated twice daily ensuring we continuously implement front line cleanliness, Covid-19 hygiene and safety protocols.
We will continue to follow all NSW Department of Health and World Health Organisation clinical guidelines for sterilisation, cleanliness and hygiene in relation to Covid-19, on top of our existing regulations.
What to expect:
- Standard appointment reminder call, SMS and or email.
- A 2nd Covid-19 related confirmation call, SMS and or email confirming you meet the latest Covid-19 clearance criteria.
- Sanitation stations, masks and gloves will continue to be provided to all visiting patients. We ask that all clients respect the boundaries we have implemented in the interests of every individual in our care.
- Please enter the clinic at the time of your appointment, please do not arrive too early or later than your appointment time.
If you have any questions relating to your appointment please do not hesitate to contact us on 0293631876 or reception@podmedpodiatry.com.au
We ask our valued clients to continue providing at least 4hrs notice prior to appointments, should your arrangements need to change. This allows us to provide the needed services to other clients.
It is our aim to continue keeping our clients safe and well in our environment. We are all in this together.
We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment.
Warmest Regards,
PodMED Team
Sam, Claire, Rob, Anneliese, Rosetta and Sophie.
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