Podiatry (Foot and Nail Issues)

The community podiatry service provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment to a range of patients with lower limb and foot problems. For help with significant foot and nail issues, especially associated with Chronic conditions such as Diabetes, Vascular issues, Dementia and Stroke or Acute non-minor issues such as Ingrowing nails, you can self refer to Podiatry at Ripley Hospital. Please follow the link and complete the form.

Or you can call 01773 743 456

Here is some more detail on who they will help:

“The community podiatry service provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment to a range of patients with lower limb and foot problems, including;

• People with long term conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease, amputees, connective tissue disorders, stroke, Parkinson’s disease
• People with multiple and complex needs e.g. dementia, falls
• People with biomechanical problems e.g. gait /postural problems
• People requiring wound care to the foot
• People requiring nail surgery (eg ingrowing toenails)
• People with severe foot and ankle problems and conditions”