Podiatrists are foot health experts. They provide treatment for foot pain, foot problems and conditions, and implement preventative foot care measures to help keep you mobile and active so you can do the things you love.
Podiatrists have a comprehensive knowledge of the feet and legs, the musculature and physiology behind them, and the way our body keeps us moving safely, step after step.
They work with veterans and NDIS participants to optimise their foot health, which can look like reducing or eliminating foot and toe pain, managing areas of their feet and toenails that they can’t reach, helping them to stay mobile and confident on their feet, helping them continue to walk independently, and generally being able to keep doing the activities they enjoy.
Podiatrists also work with feet that are high-risk due to problems like recurring ulcers, as well as diabetes, which can reduce the circulation and feeling to the feet, and make it difficult for the feet to heal any wounds or even detect injury in the first place.
Proactive’s podiatry team works with you by performing comprehensive foot health checks, addressing your foot concerns, helping you understand exactly what is happening and why, and creating evidence-based treatment plans that promote your long-term foot health, and your quality of life.
Our podiatrists are well supported, with access to the right tools and technology to achieve the best outcomes for you.
They participate in additional specialised training and professional development and have a fantastic professional balance and satisfaction which means your team is always at the top of their game for you.
Your Podiatrist Can Help You With:
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Improving your comfort on your feet
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Reducing foot pain from arthritis
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Treating foot and heel pain
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Managing ingrown toenails
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Treating fungal nail infections
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Removing painful corns from the feet
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Reducing callus and removing hard, cracked skin from the heels
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Making footwear recommendations to keep you warm, safe and comfortable
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Creating custom foot orthotics to best support your feet
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Recovery after surgery
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Foot drop and other neurological conditions
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Treatment for leg length differences and the pains they create
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Managing your diabetes and the complications on your feet
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Improving the way you walk and move (your gait)
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Walking aids including braces and splints
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Reducing restrictions in the joints and improving flexible movement
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How to best look after your feet to promote your foot health
Funding
We provide exercise physiology to the general public and a wide range of funding types. Our practioners work closely with each individual, their families, support network, and relevant funding bodies to ensure ease of access to services for eligible patients.
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NDIS PARTICIPANTS
Proactive Health provides various allied health services tailored to support NDIS participants in achieving their individual goals. We work closely with clients to build their capacity, enhance their independence, and improve their overall health outcomes to help them participate more fully in everyday life.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS (DVA)
Proactive Health works closely with DVA to ensure clients receive high-quality, evidence-based allied health services that meet their unique needs and preferences.
HOME CARE PACKAGES
Under your home care package, Proactive Health will work with you to develop a personalised allied health program tailored to your individual needs and goals.
MEDICARE CARE PLANS
With Proactive Health, Medicare patients can benefit from personalised and evidence-based allied health services that aim to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life.
PRIVATE HEALTH REBATES
Accessing private healthcare funding for allied health services through Proactive Health is designed to be simple and hassle-free.
WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE
If you have sustained an injury or illness due to work-related activities, you may be eligible for funding from WorkCover to access a range of allied health services.
