Day: November 15, 2015

Croydon Total Footcare

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Croydon Total Foot care is a podiatry clinic in Croydon, Melbourne, Australia

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Croydon Total Foot Care is a podiatry clinic located in Croydon, a suburb in Melbourne, Australia, dedicated to providing comprehensive foot and lower limb care. The clinic offers services for a wide range of conditions, including heel pain, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, fungal infections, and diabetic foot complications. Their approach combines modern diagnostic techniques with tailored treatment plans, ensuring that each patient receives care specific to their needs. By focusing on both prevention and treatment, the clinic aims to help individuals maintain mobility, reduce discomfort, and improve overall foot health.

Beyond addressing existing issues, Croydon Total Foot Care places a strong emphasis on patient education, guiding clients on proper footwear choices, foot hygiene, and injury prevention strategies. This proactive approach helps minimize recurring problems and supports long-term wellbeing. The clinic serves patients of all ages, from children with developmental concerns to older adults managing chronic foot conditions. With a team of experienced podiatrists and access to advanced equipment, Croydon Total Foot Care has established itself as a trusted provider in the local community, offering both in-clinic treatments and advice for at-home care.

Most Useful Resources:
Croydon Total Foot Care (Podiatrists Online)
Croydon Total Foot Care (Podiatry Online)
Croydon Total Foot Care (Yelp)
Croydon Total Foot Care (Facebook)
Croydon Total Foot Care (Start Local)
Croydon Total Foot Care (True Local)
Croydon Total Foot Care (dLook)
Croydon Total Foot Care (BrownBook)

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Chilblains

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Chilblains are a painful itchy reaction mostly n the toes to a too rapid change in temperature from cold to hot.

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They usually appear initially as painful, reddish itchy lesions that later become a darker or blueish color that may breakdown. If not protected they can become infected.

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The best treatment for chilblains is to prevent them from happening in the first place by keeping the feet warm and not letting them get cold. If they do get cold, then they need to be warmed up slowly and gradually. If a chilblain does develop, then a cream to stimulate the circulation can be used. It is important that they are protected and not allowed to develop into an infection.

This new video from PodChatLive is a really good discussion on chilblains:

Most Useful Resources:
Chilblains (Foot Health Forum)
Chilblains (Podiatry Arena)
Chilblains / perniosis (Podiatry Arena)
Chilblains (Pernio; perniosis) (ePodiatry)
Chilblains (PodiaPaedia)
Chilblains (Foot Health Friday)
Beetroot juice for chilblains? ….. say what? (Its a Foot)
Chilblains Season is Here (Croydon Total Footcare)

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Chi Running

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Chi running is a particular approach to the running technique that claims is more economical and has less injuries. The evidence says otherwise.

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Chi Running is a running technique developed by Danny Dreyer that blends elements of Tai Chi principles with modern endurance running. The core idea is to use posture, alignment, and mindful movement to make running more efficient and reduce the risk of injury. Instead of relying heavily on muscular effort, Chi Running emphasizes using gravity and momentum to propel the body forward. This approach shifts the focus from pushing with the legs to letting the body “fall” into motion, reducing strain on joints and muscles. It’s often described as running from your “center” or “core,” rather than just your legs.

A key aspect of Chi Running is body alignment. Practitioners maintain a tall, relaxed posture with a straight line from the crown of the head down through the hips and ankles. The body leans forward slightly from the ankles—not the waist—allowing gravity to assist in forward movement. The head stays level, the shoulders remain relaxed, and the arms swing lightly to maintain rhythm without excessive movement. By keeping the posture relaxed and symmetrical, Chi Running aims to minimize the energy wasted on unnecessary motion and muscle tension.

Foot placement is another major focus. Chi Running advocates for a midfoot strike rather than a heel strike, allowing the foot to land directly under the body’s center of mass. This reduces braking forces and helps maintain smoother forward momentum. Cadence—often around 170–180 steps per minute—is kept relatively quick, with shorter strides to reduce impact. The combination of midfoot landing, quick cadence, and forward lean is designed to keep the body moving efficiently and in sync with gravity, much like a controlled fall.

Beyond the mechanics, Chi Running incorporates mindfulness and breath awareness. Much like Tai Chi, it encourages runners to stay present, listen to their bodies, and make subtle adjustments to maintain flow. This mental aspect can help prevent overexertion and promote better running economy. Many runners who adopt Chi Running report lower injury rates, improved endurance, and a more meditative experience on the road or trail. While it may take time to retrain muscle memory, the technique offers a sustainable way to run longer and more comfortably by aligning movement with natural body mechanics.

Most Useful Resources:
Chi Running (Foot Health Forum)
Chi Running App (Podiatry App)
Forefoot Pain in Chi Running ? (Podiatry Experts)
Chi Running (Podiatry TV)
Chi Running (Clinical Biomechanics)
Chi Running (PodiaPaedia)
Chi Running (Podiatry Arena)
I did a Chi Running course! (Running Research)

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