Podiatry

Lesley qualified from Durham School of Chiropody, and later studied for her BSc.(Hons). She's worked within the health service, and in private practice. In 2001, she became a Licensiate of the Faculty of Homeopathy, after studying at the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital.
She is also a member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists, and HPC registered (Health Professions Council). Lesley specialises in Homeopathic Podiatry. There are less than a handful of homeopathic podiatrists in the North East of England.

What is Podiatry?

Podiatry (also known as Chiropody) is the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the feet.
Podiatrists are highly skilled health professionals who have been trained to prevent, treat and rehabilitate abnormal conditions of the foot and lower limb. They help keep people mobile and active, relieve pain, prevent and correct deformity, and treat infections.

A podiatrist can advise you on, or treat:

Footwear Rheumatoid arthritis Athletes foot Fungal infections Sports medicine Biomechanics Gout Surgery Blisters Heel pain Sweaty feet Bunions

Homeopathy Aging feet Toenail cutting Callus Insoles Verrucae Chilblains Ingrowing toenails Walking and hiking Corns Osteoarthritis Working feet

Podiatrists are registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC) and have trained solely in the area of the foot and lower limb for several years. They are required to undertake full time degree courses in Podiatry, and have met stringent criteria set by the HPC, along with further study, and specialisation courses.

Homeopathic Podiatry

Homeopathy has been used for over 200 hundred years. It is a system of medicine which uses very dilute substances to stimulate the body's own natural restorative powers. It works on the principle of 'like curing like', so what can cause a set of symptoms in a healthy person, can be used to cure them, using minute amounts of the same substance. Homeopathy is safe to use in children, the elderly, pregnancy, and alongside other medication. There are a number of G.P.s, Dentists, Vets, and other health care professionals who are also homeopaths.

What is Homeopathic Podiatry?

In podiatry, homeopathy is used to treat skin conditions bones, nails, muscles, and tendons of the foot and lower limb. It can be used for inflamed bunions, corns, verrucae, and strains, especially where other treatments cannot be used, or have failed. It is gentle and non-invasive. Creams, tinctures, oils, and Marigold therapy, which uses products based upon the Tagetes species of plant, are used alongside homeopathic medicines.
Following a podiatric assessment, a full homeopathic consultation may be advised, during which questions about lifestyle, diet, sleep, etc. are asked. A homeopathic remedy will be identified from this consultation. Marigold therapy may be used in conjunction with a homeopathic remedy, or may be used alone if wished.

What should I expect to happen during a Marigold Therapy treatment?

After reduction of the area to be treated (if necessary), applications of plant extracts are held in place with padding and strapping. This is best repeated each week for approximately four weeks, depending upon severity and duration of the condition. Patients generally find Marigold therapy both comfortable and soothing.

What to expect at a Podiatry appointment:

Assessment of the presenting problem. Treatment, for example, removal of a corn, and padding and strapping, if necessary. Footcare advice. The appointment will usually take 45 - 60 minutes.

How much do sessions cost:

• Podiatry appointment £45
• Homeopathic consultation £50
• Verruca treatment and Marigold therapy (30 minutes) £30 (or 5 sessions for £100)
• Marigold oils and tinctures for home application £9.50 each.
• Biomechanical Assessment (60 minutes) £50