Put Your Feet First
As we step into summer it's easy to forget the importance of making sure our feet are cared for. Jolene Ogle discovers the importance of looking after our feet and that we don't have to sacrifice comfort for style.

Throughout summer and the party season, we can put our feet through hell when we pull out our high heels or flat thongs. The main issues with these kinds of footwear being their lack of support and cushioning, and the results can bring your grand summer plans to a screeching halt.
Many of us are unaware of the impact poor foot health can have on our bodies.
Sore hips, knees and even lower backs can all stem from poor foot health and lead to long-lasting problems as we get older.
Podiatrists such as the team at Footpoint Australia can help prevent, diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions. From general nail, corn and callous management, to foot and ankle pain, fungal infections and sports injuries, the team can help you get back on your feet for a long and enjoyable summer.
With a host of services at their disposal including Low Level Laser Therapy, PACT Nail Fungus Therapy, dry needling, cupping, video gait assessment and a dedicated onsite orthotic laboratory team, Footpoint podiatrists can help make sure you always put your best foot forward.
While many of us love to pound the pavement early in the morning throughout summer, Footpoint principal podiatrist Scott Sorensen believes it is important to enjoy a variety of exercises to reduce the risk of “overuse” injuries.
Scott has more than 25-yearsexperience in podiatry, plus qualifications in strength and conditioning, laser therapy, dry needling, and cupping. Scott is joined by Renee Barclay, who studied podiatry at the University of Newcastle, and Kim Goei, who grew up on the West Coast and trained at the University of Western Australia.
To get the best mileage out of our feet, it is always important to seek the advice of experts and make sure that comfort is king! Footpoint also offers a range of footwear options, all designed to support your feet whether they’re dancing, walking or running. Brands such as Vionic and HOKA provide you with the styles you want with the support you need. They offer everything from the humble thong to everyday essentials.
Similarly, David and Sue at the iconic Feet First Footwear on Hastings Street are ready with good advice to ensure that you don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort.
They stock the ultimate in comfort and style with the latest fashions from range of suppliers including ecco, Frankie4 Footwear, Sperry, Birkenstock and more. Invest in your feet as we are (hopefully) on them for a long, long time!