Posts by Dianne
Fix It for Good: Say Goodbye to Stubborn Foot Problems
Have you been battling painful ingrown toenails, stubborn verrucas, or embarrassing foot issues with home remedies that just don’t work? You’re not alone. I see this all the time; people who have tried everything from creams and plasters to DIY hacks and duct tape, yet are still struggling. It’s time to stop the cycle and…
Read MoreWhy That Nail Pen Isn’t Curing Your Fungal Nail Infection
By Dianne, the PottyPurplePod | Registered Podiatrist in Warrington You’ve seen the ads: 💧 Essential oils. 🍋 Lemon juice. 🖊️ “Nail repair pens” promising results in just two weeks. Sounds impressive, right? Shame it’s mostly just marketing noise dressed up as science. Let’s break down what’s really going on and why that miracle pen might…
Read MoreHow to Treat Verrucas Using Sports Tape and Acid-Based Gel
Verrucas, commonly known as plantar warts, can be a persistent and uncomfortable issue. As a podiatrist, I often recommend a method that combines the use of sports tape and acid-based gels to safely and effectively treat verrucas while protecting the surrounding healthy skin. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process. Materials Needed:…
Read MoreSwift Microwave Verruca Treatment: A Game-Changer
Have you heard about Swift microwave verruca treatment? It’s a revolutionary method that’s changing the way we approach the treatment of verrucas and warts. But first, let’s dive into what Swift treatment really is. Swift uses microwave technology to target and treat verrucas by stimulating the immune system. It’s a quick, non-invasive procedure that’s been…
Read MorePotty Purple Pod’s Summer Feet Tips: Keeping Your Feet Happy and Healthy!☀️
Ah, summer! The season of sunshine, sandy beaches, and flip-flops. As a podiatrist, I’ve seen my fair share of foot-related woes that often come with the summer months. But fear not, because I’m here to share some lighthearted footcare tips to help you keep those tootsies in tip-top shape. So slip on your favourite sandals…
Read MoreAre you struggling with athletes foot?
Athletes foot ? Are you struggling with the frustration of athlete’s foot? You’re not alone. In fact, approximately 30% of the population have it at any given time. But don’t worry, there is hope! In this blog post, I discuss how to effectively apply antifungal cream to help you get rid of it. Or you…
Read MoreYour guide to dressing your toenail
I will supply you with Clinisept Plus after your procedure to help look after the wound. It is an excellent antimicrobial agent that kills bacteria, fungi and viruses but is very skin friendly and unlike many other antiseptics does not cause irritation. I will also supply you with Cutiplast. This is a nice, easy dressing…
Read MoreWhy you need to sort that foot problem NOW!
Did you make a New Years resolution to finally sort your health out? Are you still pondering on that annoying verruca that still won’t go away? Is your loved one still nagging you to get that fungal toenail sorted? How about that ingrown toenail that’s really bugging you that you’ve been ignoring and messing about…
Read MoreHow ‘just cutting toe nails’ became a life saver
How do you think a potentially life-saving consultation could happen when somebody just comes to see me to have their toenails cut? Let me explain about a chap I saw recently… I carried out my usual baseline checks which I do for all my new patients including using my doppler to have a…
Read MoreDiabetic Foot Check- What to expect
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? Have you been told to get your feet checked? If you want to know why and what’s involved in your diabetic foot check, then this blog is for you. I want to explain why it’s important and how it can help you… So, what happens during the foot check?…
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