News from 2012

2012 will be Davenport House Clinic's fourth birthday! We will continue to update our website with all the clinic news and articles written by our Practitioners. We hope you find our information interesting and useful.
Podiatrist Tony completes the 2012 Greater Manchester Marathon

Podiatrist Tony completes the 2012 Greater Manchester Marathon

April 2012   |   Posted by : dhclinic   |   Blog Category: Clinic News  

Despite the terrible weather conditions Podiatrist Tony completed the Greater Manchester Marathon with a new personal best!

DIY Relief from Painful Corns

DIY Relief from Painful Corns

It is always advisable to seek treatment from a Podiatrist for painful corns. If you are unable to make an immediate appointment our handy hints will help to relieve the pain until you can seek professional treatment.

Foot Health for Runners

Foot Health for Runners

Podiatrist Tony Gavin discusses the impact that running can have on your feet and treatment options for common foot problems.

Advice on wearing safety boots and work boots

Advice on wearing safety boots and work boots

Working feet can be exposed to many dangers. Our Podiatrist discusses what to look for when choosing a safety or work boot.

Why should you see a Podiatrist for a Gait Analysis?

Why see a Podiatrist for a Gait Analysis?

A Gait Analysis can be carried out in running stores and also with a Podiatrist. Our Podiatrist discusses the reasons why a Gait Analysis should be carried out by a Podiatrist.

How do you train to be a Podiatrist?

How do you train to be a Podiatrist?

With Podiatry proving to be an increasingly popular career choice for school leavers and mature students, our Podiatrist has put together some information on how you can train to be a Podiatrist.

Shoe lacing for problem feet

Shoe lacing for problem feet

The way that you lace up your shoes can have a big impact on how your shoe feels and how it fits to your foot. Podiatrist Tony Gavin has created a guide on the different ways to tie your shoes for your specific foot condition.

How are Custom Orthotics made?

How are Custom Orthotics made?

Orthotics are orthopedic devices that are used to treat a variety of biomechanical foot disorders. Podiatrist Tony Gavin explains how custom orthotics are manufactured.

Foot pain is not normal

Foot pain is not normal

If you experience pain or discomfort in your feet you need to take action. Foot pain is not normal and pain is the body's way of telling you that something is not quite right.

High heels are not an everyday shoe

High heels are not an everyday shoe

February 2012   |   Posted by : dhclinic   |   Blog Category: Clinic News  

Whilst we advise against wearing very high heels we do recommend that women wear a shoe with a heel of no more than one to two inches.

How nutrition can affect your feet

How nutrition can affect your feet

January 2012   |   Posted by : dhclinic   |   Blog Category: Clinic News  

Did you know that your diet can not only affect your weight - it can also affect the way that your feet feel?

How to prevent foot blisters

How to prevent foot blisters

January 2012   |   Posted by : dhclinic   |   Blog Category: Clinic News  

As blisters are a result of friction there are a number of simple techniques that can prevent your walking, running or social activity being ruined by a blister