Chilblains – a winter blight that can affect us at any age…a blog by UK podiatrist Martine Abrahams
The other day I was asked by one of my patients about chilblains – not something one hears much about these days, so I decided to jot down some info on this bone fide medical condition Chilblains, otherwise known as ‘pernio’, are small, itchy, painful lumps that can develop on the skin. Found on eithers […]
Read moreOne New York fashion editor swaps heels for flats – your feet will thank you says Martine Abrahams, UK leading podiatrist
American Elle’s fashion editor, Lauren Sherman declares that she’s fed up of the constant pain and discomfort caused by the heels that have gained almost ‘uniform’ status for fashion industry set. As demonstrated in this amazing 3D xray, heels push the foot forward, causing the toes to bend in an unnatural way. Pressure also builds […]
Read moreLeading UK Podiatrist and nail laser specialist, Martine Abrahams to talk at 2013 UK Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists’ annual conference
ACC Liverpool 13 – 16th November 2013 The UK’s leading nail laser specialist, Martine Abrahams of the London Nail Laser Clinic, will be presenting at this year’s conference. She will be showcasing the state-of-art low level Lunula Laser – the only PAINLESS, bone fide treatment on the market for treatment of nail fungal infections. As […]
Read moreAs Victoria Beckham’s bunions hit headlines in UK, leading podiatrist Martine Abrahams shines a light on this painful and ugly condition
As Victoria Beckham’s bunions make headlines in the UK (once more!), I thought I would explain the condition, solutions and recovery for those of you in a similar predicament. Bunions are certainly not life threatening, but can cause a great deal of grief, pain and discomfort for sufferers. They can be hereditary, and can often […]
Read moreFoot abuse, we’re all guilty of it BUT do you know how vital feet are to the whole body’s wellbeing? Leading UK podiatrist, the London Nail Clinic’s Martine Abrahams explains
Foot abuse, we’re all guilty of it BUT do you know how vital feet are to the whole body’s wellbeing? Leading UK podiatrist, the London Nail Clinic’s Martine Abrahams explains What’s the big deal with feet, you might ask? Well, the body is a finely tuned organism with each component joined to the next, all keeping […]
Read moreAs the sportsman’s injury, plantar fasciitis makes sports headlines in the USA, UK podiatrist, Martine Abrahams sheds some light on this common, often debilitating condition
High profile athletes might create headlines, but this painful condition can affect us all. The plantar tendon and its function: The plantar tendon runs the length of the bottom of your foot, spanning the area from the base of the toes to the front of your heel. The two ends of the tendon attach at […]
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