by Brodie | Jun 5, 2026 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Blog|Injury, Blog|sports, Conditions|feet, shoes
You step out of bed, place your foot on the floor… and feel a sharp pain in your heel. After a few minutes of walking around, it eases. It becomes manageable. You might tell yourself it’s nothing – maybe you slept awkwardly, or maybe it’s just part of getting older. ...
by Brodie | Nov 7, 2025 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Blog|Injury, Blog|sports, Conditions|feet, shoes
Golf is a fantastic sport for staying active, social, and engaged as you age. However, as an older golfer, you may notice that foot pain or discomfort can start affecting your swing, stance, and overall enjoyment of the game. At Umina Podiatry, we understand how...
by Brodie | Sep 29, 2025 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Blog|Injury, Blog|sports, Conditions|feet, shoes
Custom orthotics are a fantastic investment in your foot health. They provide support, improve alignment, and can help reduce pain caused by a range of conditions. Like any device you use daily, orthotics will last longer and work better when cared for properly....
by Brodie | Aug 25, 2025 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Blog|Injury, Blog|sports, Conditions|feet, feet|summer, shoes
Heel pain is one of the most common foot complaints, affecting people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy professional, or simply on your feet all day, persistent heel pain can significantly impact your daily life. At Umina...
by Brodie | Jun 17, 2025 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Conditions|feet, feet|summer, shoes
Ingrown toenails are one of the most common—and painful—foot conditions we see here at Umina Podiatry. Whether it’s a dull ache in your big toe or a sharp sting when you put on shoes, an ingrown toenail can quickly become more than just an inconvenience. The good...
by Brodie | May 27, 2025 | Blog, Blog|Conditions, Blog|Conditions|Sports injuries, Blog|Injury, Blog|sports, Conditions|feet, Conditions|feet|Injury, Conditions|feet|Injury|sports|Sports injuries, shoes
With the Bay to Bay Running Festival approaching on 15 June, now is the perfect time to start preparing for this exciting event. Whether you’re tackling the 12km, half marathon (21.1km), or full marathon (42.2km), getting race-ready requires a mix of training,...