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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 29 November - December 2012
out of the problem. Other times, insoles may be required to provide support whilst the child is developing. How can I check a podiatrist is fully qualifi ed
T e Wellbeing Centre, 6a, Station Street, Saltburn-By-T e-Sea,TS12 1AE Tel: (01287) 204400 email:
info@saltburnwellbeingcentre.co.uk
Thinking on your feet!
foot problems can be extremely painful impacting your mobility or sometimes be very unsightly. Common foot problems are ingrown toe nails,
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heal pain, corns, verrucas and athlete’s foot all of which can be treated by your local podiatrist / chiropodist. So what’s the difference between a chiropodist
and a podiatrist? Podiatry is the new term for chiropody in the UK and Europe, although podiatry has been the popular term used elsewhere in the world it is now a protected title in the UK. What other services can a podiatrist offer?
Most people think of nail cutting as the main service which a podiatrist provides, but that’s only one small part of the treatments available. Your feet carry the weight of your body so if they are not moving correctly, they can cause problems elsewhere such as the ankles, knees, hips and even the lower back. Biomechanics is the fi eld of podiatry which looks at the posture and movement of the foot to the relation of the body. Many foot problems can be corrected by
any people take their feet for granted until they experience a problem and
simple exercises or by the use of custom insoles to help support the foot and reduce pain. Did you know people with diabetes should visit
a podiatrist for help caring for their feet? The foot is more vulnerable for the diabetic person and needs extra attention. Your friendly podiatrist can check the foot for diabetic neuropathy (loss of sensation), along with providing routine nail care or help with other foot problems. So what is the cause of most foot complaints? Footwear is the most common cause of foot problems. Shoes which are too small or pinch at the toes can cause corns. Shoes which are too large will allow the foot to move excessively inside the shoe causing hard skin to build up on the sole. Shoes which are too large will also encourage the toes to try and grip the shoes whilst walking, causing longer term problems. A good fi tting pair of shoes should be comfortable enough to be worn for a full day without causing your feet to ache. Is it only older people who have problems with
their feet? Definitely not. Children can have problems with their feet at they grow. Sometimes parents just need reassurance that it’s not a major problem, and can quite often the child will grow
to practice? All podiatrists / chiropodists must be registered with the Health Care Professions Council to use the title Podiatrist / Chiropodist. To check if someone is qualified, check at
www.hpc-uk.org or ask to see the practitioners’ registration. What can you do to keep your feet in tip top condition?
Top Tips for happy feet! 1. Wear shoes which are comfortable and the correct size, not tight and not too big. 2. After bathing / showering, always dry thoroughly between the toes and apply a little talc or medicated power. 3. Never apply a cream between the toes,
as this can cause the break down of skin, and increase the risk of infection. 4. If your feet sweat, try changing your socks twice a day. Cotton socks are better for helping the skin on your feet breath. 5. If you have any concerns about any foot problems visit your G.P or The FootMan - your local friendly Podiatrist. If you need any advice on foot health please
call the Wellbeing Centre, Saltburn on 01287 204400 and I’ll be happy to chat to you. Just remember you may not like your feet but The FootMan does.
Alan Cawthorne BSc (Hons), HCPC Registered. - The FootMan Chiropody ~ Podiatry. Appointments now available at the
Wellbeing Centre, 6a Station Street, Saltburn. TS12 1AE
www.saltburnwellbeingcentre.co.uk
Your Points Of View
Dear Editor, It is with the greatest regret that I have to inform Coastal View readers that this Government plans to slash compensation for people injured by criminals, including compensation to the children of murder victims. Cameron and Clegg want to cut a quarter of the £200m awarded annually by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. According to the Government’s impact assessment, almost half of victims currently eligible for compensation – including people attacked by dogs – would receive nothing if the reforms go through. In addition, payments would be cut by up to 60% for the third of victims who suffer severe injuries. The Communication Workers Union, which represents
postal workers, said each year 1,000 of its members receive between £500 and £1,000 from the scheme after being attacked by dogs. Usdaw, the shopworkers’ union, said the reforms would
cut payments to seriously injured victims by capping compensation for loss of earnings at £4,500 a year. Under the current proposals, voted for and supported by Tory- LibDem MPs, employees would only receive statutory sick pay of £85.85 a week while unable to work. The scheme also reduces compensation for potential loss of earnings. Mark Miller, 27, was left with a brain injury following a random attack in 2008. The scheme awarded him £246,000, of which £190,000 was for loss of potential earnings because he could not complete his degree and now has a limited capacity to work. Under the new proposals, his solicitor said he would be awarded around £80,000 for loss of earnings – a cut of nearly 70%. New conditions would also be applied to awards
to the dependent spouses or children of murder and manslaughter victims, who would no longer be entitled to claim a signifi cant proportion of their deceased parent’s or spouse’s salary. When this legislation goes through David Cameron,
George Osborne and Nick Clegg will be writing cheques of £40,000 to each and every millionaire in the UK whilst denying victims of crime proper compensation.” Tom Blenkinsop, Labour MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland
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