Resources

Why Do My Feet Ache After Work?

While 20% of work-related ACC claims involve the feet, ankles or lower limbs,1 statistics from across the ditch show that one in two workers experi...

Why Is My Toenail Growing Thick & Discoloured?

Ever find yourself thinking back to the days where you didn’t have to think twice about the appearance of your toenails and wondering what happened...

Why Can't I Get Rid Of My Fungal Nail Infection?

Feeling like you’ve tried everything to shake that yellowing, flaky, discoloured fungal nail infection with no luck? You’re absolutely not alone - ...

Should Your Child Be Seeing A Dance Podiatrist?

Dancing demands a lot - physical strength and balance, mental endurance and focus, and a passionately artistic view of movement. As a parent of an ...

Your FAQ answered: do orthotics really work?

Foot orthotics are one of our podiatry team’s specialties, with our knowledgeable team having built a strong reputation within our community for us...

Will My Ingrown Toenail Go Away On Its Own?

Ingrown toenails are notorious for being painful, uncomfortable, frustrating - and they can make wearing your favourite shoes near impossible if th...

So this is...

Bare feet in the sun, Sharing meals and memories, And having lots of fun. Enjoying our loved ones, From near and afar, Before we all head off, Know...

How To Cut Your Toenails

Cutting your toenails is one of those everyday hygiene tasks many of us take for granted. We’ve all been doing it for years. Unfortunately, this si...

Winter Worries: Chilblains

Chilblains are small, itchy, red lesions on the skin that can become incredibly painful and dry out if left untreated. Burning and itching sensatio...

How Can Seeing a Podiatrist Help Resolve Knee Pain?

The knee is a hinge-type joint. This means that the predominate movement in the joint is to extend forwards and to bend backwards. As a hinge joint...

Merivale Podiatry Moving to Red under New Zealand's Traffic Light Settings

As of Monday 31st January, Merivale Podiatry will be operating in two teams. This is to ensure business continuity over the coming months. Georgin...

The Importance of Having the Right Footwear for Hiking

What better way to enjoy the warmer weather than by exploring one of Aotearoa’s hiking tracks. We are so lucky here in New Zealand in that we are s...