Nail reconstruction

Nail reconstruction If you want to produce a better cosmetic appearance to a damaged nail, using expert Wilde-Pedique resins, we can reconstruct your nail. If you have discoloured nails due to fungal infection or damage we can bring them back to a totally natural look. The treatment will last 6-10 weeks depending on activity level […]

Nail surgery

Nail surgery Nail surgery is an extremely common procedure carried out under local anaesthetic and is used in circumstances like an ingrown or involuted toenail, fungal or extremely damaged nail. It can be done as a partial nail avulsion (PNA) or total nail avulsion (TNA) depending on whether only the side/s of the nail need […]

3D Gait analysis

3D Gait analysis Footscan Gait Analysis is an advanced system used to assess foot function and movement during walking, balance and standing. It utilises a high resolution pressure plate with thousands of sensors to capture detailed data on how your feet interact with the ground. How does it work? You walk or run over the […]

Custom orthotics

Custom orthotics Once you’ve been assessed by one of our podiatrists, we will be able to prescribe an individual treatment plan including a range of exercises, stretches and manufacture some insoles (orthotic devices) which you can place in your shoes to correct the particular issue identified. The purpose of an orthotic is to help correct […]

Orthopaedic footwear

Orthopaedic footwear The YDA trainer may be one of the most technologically advanced shoes in the world. Designed to relieve pain and offer support for diabetics and people recovering from foot injuries, the YDA’s are the height of orthotic excellence. YDAs are the creation of Optima Molliter, an Italian company you’ve probably never heard of. […]

Warm wax therapy

Warm wax therapy Paraffin wax heat therapy, increases blood flow, increases tolerance to pain, relaxes muscles and increases hydration of the skin. It is intended to moisturise and soften the skin, while providing a therapeutic and healing effect to sore and aching joints. This relaxing treatment can be completed along with our routine podiatry treatment […]

Diabetic footcare

How does it affect my feet? Some patients may experience a gradual sense of numbness in the foot (starting with the toes). This is known as diabetic neuropathy. If you lose some feeling in your feet it is simply more likely that if you damage your foot, you may not know about it. It is […]

Verruca needling

Verruca needling is a minor surgical procedure designed to trigger the body’s immune response to clear stubborn verrucas. It’s especially useful for verrucas that have been resistant to other treatments like acids, freezing, or laser therapy. How does it work? Local anaesthetic is applied to numb the area, so the procedure is painless. A fine […]

SWIFT verruca treatments

What is SWIFT Verruca Treatment Swift treatment is a cutting-edge therapy for verrucas (plantar warts) that uses microwave technology to stimulate the body’s immune system to fight the virus that causes them. Swift delivers low-dose microwave energy directly into the verruca, heating the tissue for just a few seconds. This triggers an immune response, helping […]

Shockwave therapy (ESWT)

At Supafoot Cheltenham, we offer Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) to help with lower limb tendon and soft tissue injuries. This non-invasive treatment uses sound waves (not electric shocks!) to target the affected area. These waves stimulate blood flow and kick-start your body’s natural healing process. It can even help reduce pain straight away. Shockwave therapy is […]