Footprints Podiatry

15/10/2026

Sound familiar?
These are some of the most common things we hear in clinic:
“I've just learned to live with it.”
“I probably should've come in sooner.”
“I didn't know podiatrists could help with that.” “I thought it would just go away on its own.”

If any of these sound like something you've said (or thought) about your own feet or legs, that's your sign.

Podiatrists can help with a much broader range of foot and lower-limb concerns than most people realise. You don't need to wait until it's serious.

Book an appointment with our team today!

13/10/2026

Let's clear up a few things about podiatry, straight from the people who do it.

“Podiatrists only deal with nails and corns.”
Not even close.

“You only need to see one if something's already gone wrong.”
Not true, we help you stay ahead of problems too.

“It's not a ‘real’ health profession.”
Podiatrists are registered, university-qualified health professionals.

This Podiatry Week, we're setting the record straight on what podiatry really covers from sports and biomechanics to diabetes care, paediatrics and beyond.

11/10/2026

👣 It's Podiatry Week 2026!

Your feet do more than you think… and so do podiatrists!

More than just looking after nails and calluses, podiatrists are registered health professionals who help with everything from sports injuries and diabetes-related foot care to children's growing feet, arthritis, biomechanics and mobility in older age.

In fact, the APodA's Australian Foot Health Survey found that over half of Australians surveyed had experienced ongoing lower-limb pain that affected their daily life, cutting into walking, exercise and the ability to stay active.

This week, we're celebrating the profession and everything a podiatrist can help you with. If something's been niggling, now's a great time to get it checked.

Get in touch to book an appointment today!

07/10/2026

Your big toe does a lot more than you'd think. 👣

Every step, it has to bend so you can push off. Walking, running, pedalling, hauling a pack up a bush track. When that joint gets stiff and sore (often arthritis of the big toe joint, or "hallux rigidus"), you feel it with every single step.

Common signs:

Stiffness, especially first thing or on cold mornings
Pain when you push off or go up on your toes
A bony lump on top of the joint that rubs on your shoes

It's not "just getting older", and it doesn't automatically mean surgery. Plenty of people manage well with the right shoes, insoles and a few activity tweaks.

We've put the full run-down in our new blog. World Arthritis Day is next Monday, 12 October, and Podiatry Week starts the same day: https://footprintspodiatry.com.au/big-toe-joint-pain-arthritis-podiatry-week/

Big toe giving you grief? Book in at Burnie or Ulverstone: https://footprints.bookings.pracsuite.com/

06/10/2026

13/09/2026

The Strait Link Burnie 10 is 6 weeks away, and if you're one of the many locals lacing up for the 10km, 5km or Kid's Dash — now's the time to sort out any niggles, not the week before.

A few things we tell patients every year in the run-up to this one:
— Don't try new shoes on race day. If you're going to change anything, do it now while there's time to notice a problem.
— Blisters are almost always a shoe or sock fit issue, not bad luck. Come see us if a spot keeps flaring up on long runs.
— That ache you've been "just running through" for a few weeks? That's exactly the kind of thing that's easy to sort out at 6 weeks and a real pain (literally) at 6 days.

Our Burnie clinic on Wilson Street is right along part of the course, so we'll be cheering you on either way — but we'd rather see you now for a quick check than in the recovery tent.

Training for the Ten this year? Tell us below 👇


Strait Link Burnie Ten

30/07/2026

Don’t miss out! Selected Altra & ASICS footwear is on clearance. Visit us in store today! 👟

16/07/2026

🌿 At Footprints Podiatry Tasmania, we’re committed to making more sustainable choices wherever it’s practical and appropriate - while always maintaining the highest standards of patient care, safety and infection control.

As a healthcare clinic, some single-use products are essential. But where we can make more environmentally conscious choices, we believe every small step counts.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our Footprints x Fressko reusable drink bottles and keep cups. It’s one small way we’re reducing unnecessary waste and encouraging more sustainable everyday habits.

Thoughtful choices. Quality Care. A healthier community.