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A comprehensive range of instruments for nail care and reduction of hard skin. All for the special offer price of just £34.25! (plus £2.50 p&p). This special offer gives you a saving of over £9.00!

Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative (wear and tear) condition characterised by the breakdown and eventual loss of cartilage in one or more joints of the body. Cartilage cushions and protects the surfaces of the bones during movement. Osteoarthritis usually develops as part of the ageing process and can restrict one's ability to perform everyday tasks without pain. Osteoarthritis can occur in various joints throughout the body, including feet, hands, spine, hips and knees. In the foot the disease most commonly affects the first toe joint but can also affect the joints in the forefoot.  Pain can be experienced to different degrees in the foot and ankle often with swelling,stiffness and inflammation in or near the joint.

As the disease progresses the cartilage deteriorates and gets thinner.  The surface of the bones lose their protective layer and eventually rub together.  Injury can also lead to osteoarthritis although this may take many years to develop.

Treatment of osteoarthirits in the foot by a podiatrist is to pursue the relief of symptoms by palliative means such as orthotic devices, padding and strapping.  Sometimes immobilisation of the foot may be necessary to allow acute inflammation to subside.  In extreme cases medical intervention may be necessary to introduce oral medication and in some cases anti-inflammatory injections. 

It is always adviseable for people suffering from arthritis in the foot and ankle to wear supportive footwear such as laceup shoes or trainers.  

 

	
Metatarsal Band

Metatarsal Band

Elasticated stockinette forefoot band with Pedigel™ gel metatarsal pad

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Metatarsal Protector

Metatarsal Protector

Shaped and fabric covered metatarsal gel sheet with toe loop.

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Digital Pad

Digital Pad

Elasticated stockinette tube with circular Pedigel™ polymer gel pad.

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Digital Strip

Digital Strip

Cut to length 36cm elasticated stockinette tube half coated with Pedigel™ polymer gel.

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Digital Tube

Digital Tube

Elasticated stockinette tube with full Pedigel™ polymer gel pad lining for all round toe comfort.

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Toe Separators

Toe Separators

Toe separators fit comfortably between toes.

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Toe Spreader

Toe Spreader

Toe protection from overlying or arthritic toes.

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Pure Gel Cap

Pure Gel Cap

Thick gel cap covers entire toe giving complete protection.

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Pure Gel Pad

Pure Gel Pad

Thick tubular pad to cover and protect joints.

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Pure Gel Tube

Pure Gel Tube

Thick gel open ended tube to cover and protect length of toe.

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Sorbothane Medical Insole

Sorbothane Medical Insole

Mid-weight flat insole for optimum cushioning and shock absorption.

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ProLyne™ Technogel ® Metatarsal Pad

ProLyne™ Technogel ® Metatarsal Pad

Self-adhesive, re-usable soft gel metatarsal pads for ball of foot comfort.

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ProLyne™ Technogel ® Pressure Protection Pad

ProLyne™ Technogel ® Pressure Protection Pad

Self-adhesive, re-usable soft gel pressure protection pads for the relief of pressure and friction on any part of the foot.

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Dry, Cracked Heels?

Dry, cracked heels, more common during the summer, is a condition of thickening and fissuring (cracking and splitting) of the skin and heels.

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