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11cm Nipper With Easy Grip Handle Curved Blade (Polished)

Stainless steel easy to hold nail pliers suitable for normal and thickened toe nails.

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.  

 

Products for the Treatment of Arthritis

	
Metatarsal Band

Metatarsal Band

Elasticated stockinette forefoot band with Pedigel™ gel metatarsal pad. Available in two sizes £16.75

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Metatarsal Protector

Metatarsal Protector

Shaped and fabric covered metatarsal gel sheet with toe loop. Available in two sizes.

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Digital Pad

Digital Pad

Elasticated stockinette tube with circular Pedigel™ polymer gel pad. Available in three sizes.

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Digital Strip

Digital Strip

For toe pain from corns and and hammer toes. Half coated with pedigel polymer gel. Available in three sizes.

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Digital Tube

Digital Tube

Elasticated stockinette tube with full Pedigel™ polymer gel lining for all round toe comfort. Available in three sizes.

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Toe Separators

Toe Separators

100% gel separators fit comfortably between toes. Available in three sizes.

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Toe Spreader

Toe Spreader

Toe protection and separation from overlying or arthritic toes. Available in three sizes.

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Pure Gel Cap

Pure Gel Cap

Thick Pedigel gel cap covers entire toe giving complete protection. Available in two sizes £11.25.

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Pure Gel Pad

Pure Gel Pad

Thick tubular pure gel pad to cover and protect joints. Available in two sizes.

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Pure Gel Tube

Pure Gel Tube

Thick gel open ended tube to cover and protect length of toe. Available in two sizes.

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ProLyne Technogel Metatarsal Pad

ProLyne Technogel Metatarsal Pad

Self adhesive, reusable soft gel metatarsal pads for ball of foot comfort. Alleviates pain of metatarsalgia and plantar fasciitis. Available in two pack sizes.

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ProLyne Technogel Pressure Protection Pad

ProLyne Technogel Pressure Protection Pad

Self adhesive, reusable soft gel pressure protection pads for the relief of pressure and friction on any part of the foot. Available in two pack sizes.

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Pedigel Foot Covers

Pedigel Foot Covers

Gel protection relief from pressure and friction for ball of foot and toes. Available in two sizes £15.95.

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Full Length Pedigel  Gel Insole

Full Length Pedigel Gel Insole

Thin fabric covered shock absorbing gel insole for maximum comfort in everyday shoes. Available in three sizes.

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Fresil Comfort

Fresil Comfort

Dual density extra slim silicone shock absorbing insoles . These insoles take up little space in shoes. Available in three sizes £24.95

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ProLyne Silicone Gel Insoles

ProLyne Silicone Gel Insoles

Silicone gel full length insoles help prevent pain on the ball of the foot and under the heel. Available in three sizes £9.95

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Half Sock with Pedigel

Half Sock with Pedigel

Elasticated ladies cotton half sock incorporating a full length Pedigel gel insole. Available in three sizes.

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ProLyne Ventilated Silicone Gel insoles

ProLyne Ventilated Silicone Gel insoles

Ventilated silicone gel insoles for comfort and to relieve ball of foot pain. High shock absorption. Available in six sizes £9.95 per pair.

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ProLyne Silicone Gel Insoles

ProLyne Silicone Gel Insoles

Silicone gel full length insoles help prevent pain on the ball of the foot and under the heel. Available in three sizes £9.95

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