Tip top toes: Footprints Podiatry
Fungal toenail infections? Verrucae? Make them a thing of the past with laser technology that lets you step into summer with confidence.
If the thought of baring your feet this summer makes you hesitate, help is at hand. Senior podiatrist Howard Nicholas from Footprints Podiatry recommends taking early action if possible.
“The trick with all treatment is to get in early,” Howard says. “The longer people leave things, the harder they are to sort out. Having said that, we have lots of options. Our two most popular treatments are for verrucae and fungal nail infections.”
Footprints Podiatry was the first clinic in the South Island to offer Swift, which is a painless and fast-acting treatment that uses microwave technology to remove verrucae.
“Microwave technology is safe,” says Howard. “It was first developed for cancer treatment. The procedure is quick, requires no dressing, and you can carry on with your day.”
For nail fungal infections, the Lunula Laser offers impressive results. “It uses two cold laser beams, meaning no heat, no pain, and no discomfort. Once patients have their foot inside, they actually have no sensation that anything is happening.”
Footprints Podiatry knows that even minor foot niggles can affect confidence and comfort. “Now is the perfect time to have treatment in readiness for summer and open-toed shoes,” says Howard. “Do come and see us at 7 Milton Street, Somerfield.”
