WARM UP/DOWN – STRETCH A proper warm up prior to running is vital to prevent injury, reduce pain and aid performance. While stretching can reduce muscle soreness and aid athletic performance, there are a few keys to an adequate pre-run stretch. Make sure to stretch gradually, if stretched too quickly the muscle may contract […]
Category Archives: Foot Care Tips
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments
We are National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) approved!
09
May
May
We are now fully registered to receive patients who are funded by NDIS, third party registered and those who are self-managed.
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments, Links
You can now Put Your Feet Forward in Kingston!
27
Nov
Nov
We are delighted to announce that the Walking Clinic is joining forces with Kingston Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre – bringing a new level of podiatry to the Kingston area. Ricky Lee and his team at the Walking Clinic share the same philosophy as Craig and the Kingston Physiotherapy team – striving for excellence in treatments […]
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments
Useful tips to help manage and identify changes when living with diabetes
16
Nov
Nov
Last week Ricky Lee attended an information workshop at Diabetes ACT. This event had many different professionals talking about the affects diabetes can have on our bodies. Ricky was invited to talk about the effects of diabetes on our feet. Many people are unaware of the potential and devastating harm to feet diabetes poses. The […]
28
Jul
Jul
This month Ricky Lee featured in the podiatry magazine “Foot Prints”. This was outlining his work in helping progress the profession of podiatry in the ACT. He lobbied to have prescribing rights for podiatrists in the ACT, this was successfully completed by the then Chief Minister Katy Gallagher. It is fantastic to see the role […]
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments, Links
The Walking Clinic in the City News magazine!
21
Jul
Jul
Make sure you pick up this week’s copy of the City News to see our latest ad and information about winter soft tissue injuries. We have also attached the full article for you to have a read. A real pain in the heel (plantar fasciitis) The winter season is upon us once […]
15
Jul
Jul
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a condition of the knee characterized by pain or discomfort occurring due to mechanical stress and increased pressure on the patellofemoral joint. The patellofemoral joint is the connection of our patella (knee cap) and the femur below. The patella is controlled in its movements by your quadriceps and allows you […]
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments, Links
The Walking Clinic has opened in Belconnnen!
07
Jul
Jul
As of the 1st of July, 2015, The Walking Clinic has merged with Belconnen podiatry services. This has been a very exciting time for both businesses. Peter Bottrill from Beconnen Podiatry Services and Richard Lee from The Walking Clinic have been friends for many years and it is a proud time for both to be […]
29
Jun
Jun
Ingrowing toenails are a painful and common problem that can really make you miserable! Ingrown toenails (onychocryptosis) can be caused by many different things, such as a spike of toenail cutting into the surrounding nail skin, ill-fitting footwear, excessive sweating and improper trimming of nails. Ingrowing toe nails can affect anyone at any time, […]
Clinic Blog, Foot Care Tips, Industry Developments
Next Gen Health and Fitness Centre grand opening!
20
Jun
Jun
The Grand opening of Next Gen Health and Fitness centre is happening today. To celebrate, they are having a Next Gen Expo. They will be opening the centre so everyone can come down from 10am to 4pm and have a look at the amazing new facilities! The Walking Clinic team will be at the club offering information and […]
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