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Of all the things we take for granted in life, top of the list must surely be our feet. Research has shown that 9 out of 10 people will experience problems with their feet before they reach the age of 30, however only 1 in 10 will seek the help of a Chiropodist/Podiatrist.

Our feet are the foundations on which our whole body weight is sustained and no structure can support itself if its foundations are weak. As one of the most frequently used parts of our body, the foot is very often taken for granted until problems occur.

Along with our eyes and hands, our feet do more work than most parts of the body, so it is little wonder that things sometimes go wrong. Our feet are also the mirror of our health. Signs of Diabetes, arthritis, circulatory and neurological diseases, often appear first in the feet

The human foot consists of 28 bones, and 33 joints which are bound together by ligaments, supported by muscles and supplied with blood vessels and nerves. They are therefore subject to considerable strain and injury.

Regular care
Foot problems can lead to a lack of mobility as well as affecting the well-being of the entire body. Many people have foot conditions which are apparent at birth, for others it is the neglect of the feet when they are young, often squeezing them into ill-fitting shoes which are too narrow or too short, that leads to problems in later years. For some people it is their age or lifestyle which causes many of the common ailments. Whatever your age, regular care and attention to your feet will benefit your entire body.

Latest techniques
At Ashlins we provide the most up-to-date techniques to eradicate all foot ailments easily and painlessly.

We treat Corns, Callus, Verrucae, Bunions, Ingrown and Involuted nails, Athletes Foot, Fungal Nail Infection, Hammer toes, Flatfoot, Hyperhidrosis, and Plantar Fasciitis. We are, of course, happy to offer advice on footwear.