Forefoot Pain in Golfers: When Your Golf Shoes Could Be the Problem

Golf might not seem like a high impact sport, but a round of golf can involve several miles of walking, repeated changes in direction and hundreds of swings. For your feet, that can add up to a surprising amount of stress particularly around the forefoot. One problem we can see in golfers is forefoot pain, […]

What Did the Warmer Months Do to Your Feet?

Over the past few months, our feet may have experienced more walking, different footwear, trips abroad, days spent barefoot and plenty of time in sandals and flip-flops. While summer can be great for getting outdoors and staying active, all of this can sometimes take its toll on our feet. Here are some of the common […]

Back to School Shoes: How to Choose the Right Shoes for Growing Feet

While it can be tempting to focus on the style, colour and price of a school shoe, one of the most important things to consider is how well the shoe fits your child’s growing feet. Children’s feet are constantly developing, and wearing shoes that are too small, too narrow or poorly fitting can contribute to […]

Training for the Dublin Marathon? 5 Foot Problems to Catch Early

With marathon training well underway, runners across Dublin are increasing their mileage, spending more time on their feet and putting their bodies through more repetitive stress than usual. While gradually building your distance is an important part of marathon preparation, it’s also the time when small foot problems can start to appear. A little soreness […]

Five Foot Health Myths We Hear Every Week

When it comes to foot health, there’s no shortage of advice online, from social media hacks to well meaning tips from friends and family. Unfortunately, not all of it is accurate! At South Dublin Podiatry, we hear the same misconceptions time and time again. While some myths are harmless, others can delay treatment or even […]

Festival Season is Here – Don’t Let Foot Pain Be the Headliner

From Electric Picnic to All Together Now, summer festivals are one of the highlights of the year. Whether you’re dancing until sunrise, walking between stages, or spending hours on your feet with friends, your feet will be working just as hard as you are. Unfortunately, festival fun can often lead to sore feet, blisters, sprains, […]

Could Cycling Be Causing Pain in the Ball of Your Foot?

What is Morton’s Neuroma? Despite its name, a Morton’s neuroma isn’t actually a tumour. It’s a thickening of the tissue surrounding one of the nerves that runs between the toes, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. As the nerve becomes irritated, it can cause symptoms including: A burning pain in the ball of […]

Walking the Course at The Open? Protect Your Feet with the Right Golf Shoes

Every July, thousands of golf fans descend on The Open Championship to watch the world’s best players compete on some of the UK’s most iconic links courses, Royal Birkdale this year. Whether you’re attending for one day or following the action throughout the tournament, one thing many spectators underestimate is just how much walking is […]

Don’t Let “Turf Toe” Keep You on the Sidelines

With the World Cup capturing everyone’s attention, many of us are inspired to dust off our football boots and head back onto the pitch. Whether you’re joining a local kickabout, coaching the kids, or simply enjoying a game in the garden, it’s worth remembering that football places significant demands on your feet. One injury we […]

The Most Common Foot Problems We See After Summer Holidays

Summer holidays are a time to relax, explore new places and spend more time outdoors. Whether you’ve been strolling along sandy beaches, sightseeing in a new city or enjoying long walks in the countryside, your feet often work harder than you realise. At South Dublin Podiatry, the weeks following the summer holidays are some of […]