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podiatrist question

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what should i expect when i see podiatrist in other words wot will they do to my poor feet Am going to ask if i can see one on the nhs if not i will pay to see one privately how much can i expect to pay?
 
At the first assessment they will just examine your feet, check pulses and sensation and draw up a treatment plan. Best to go NHS if you can, because they are far better qualified than private chiropodists. You do have the right to be referred on the NHS.
 
LeeLee said:
At the first assessment they will just examine your feet, check pulses and sensation and draw up a treatment plan. Best to go NHS if you can, because they are far better qualified than private chiropodists. You do have the right to be referred on the NHS.
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thanks for that leelee i didt know i had the right to see them on the nhs
 
I see mine on the NHS Gail, so not sure what it costs privately - I think no diabetic should have to pay since it's one of our essential checks!

With me, they check the feet and ankles for pulses to check circulation, examine them for any problems, like ingrowing toenails or cuts, infections etc., and also test feet and toes for sensitivity (they touch it with a nylon strand when you have your eyes closed and you have to say whether you felt anything, doesn't hurt!).

If they decide you need any treatment then they should book you another appointment. If there is something ismple then they might deal with it there and then (like trimming toenails) 🙂
 
my feet are in a disgusting state my toenails are overgrown i hacked at my little toenail the other day and have ripped it off its been very sore since i have dry heels i find myself more and more wearing my black cover all shoes all the time and they dont let my feet breathe
 
Then it certainly sounds like you need an overhaul Gail 🙂 Try and get an appointment soon so you don't have to suffer any longer. My experience is that they are really nice people and know their stuff 🙂
 
My GP refers me when required as I have usually dropped off the NHS podiatrist list (about 9 months). It can be quite a wait before your first appointment.

Google is a good source of data, I found this place that gives example prices for private treatment:
http://www.footwisepodiatry.co.uk/index.php?page=treatments
It's not actually too expensive and if you have a long wait for NHS treatment might be worth a shot while you wait.

In the meantime, get a good pair of toe nail clippers and attack your nails with them - if you have problems reaching them get someone else to do it for you (I find soaking in a bath helps with the clipping.

Flexitol cream and careful use of a heel rasp (not a cheese grater one) is the recommended treatment for your dry heels, but don't use the rasp after a bath, the skin will be too damp.
 
I've only been seen once on the nhs & was told I wasn't entitled to free foot care.

Private I was looking at ?20-?30 depending on what they did.

Defo go see one on the nhs as you have to see a specialist private one who will touch diabetic feet
 
I do not qualify for any NHS treatment, except the annual check.

I go to the Scholl centre every 6-8 weeks = ?35 a time
 
I don't qualify for NHS so I have a lovely man who comes to the house who charges me ?16. He gives diabetics a discount so they keep their treatment up to date.🙂 I see him every 8 weeks.
 
the scholl centre is in Queen Street, now called the Shuropody centre
 
Anything beyond toenail clipping and superficial filing of hard skin should be provided by the NHS podiatry service. Do it wrong, and you or the practitioner can cause an injury that could rapidly become serious. A former work colleague with T2 got an MRSA infection after a chiropody appointment and lost half her foot. My corns might seem trivial, but I leave them to a professional. Insist on your rights to adequate foot care!
 
Argyle Street, surely you know that. Queen street is opposite the store Debenhams
 
Vicsetter said:
Google it, for the map and street view.
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Google is so handy for that! I usually do that when going somewhere I'm not familiar with - so much easier to know where you are going when you can see familiar landmarks than looking at a 2-D map! 🙂
 
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