Podiatry in Palamós

What is Podiatry?

Podiatry is the branch of the health sciences responsible for the study, diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders that affect the feet. This discipline addresses problems related to the bones, joints, muscles, skin and nails of the feet, with the aim of improving patients' quality of life and ensuring proper foot function.

At Clínica Eupnea Palamós, our podiatry team specialises in POSTUROLOGY, a discipline that offers comprehensive foot treatment with a whole-body approach. We understand that the feet are the foundation of our body structure and that any disorder affecting them can have repercussions in other areas such as the knees, hips, spine or even the head. For this reason, our approach goes beyond the foot and takes into account the posture and biomechanics of the entire body.

The podiatrist is the healthcare professional specialising in the treatment of pathologies of the foot, the nails and the skin of the feet. Through a thorough study of each case, we offer personalised solutions tailored to the needs of every patient, whether children, adults or the elderly.

Looking for a podiatrist in Palamós? At Clínica Eupnea Palamós we offer a wide range of podiatry services, from biomechanical studies to specific treatments for the diabetic foot, as well as chiropody and custom-made insoles.

What do we treat in Podiatry?

Our podiatry service covers a wide range of foot pathologies and conditions. Among the most common, we highlight:

• Flat foot: An alteration of the plantar arch that can cause pain and postural problems.
• Plantar fasciitis: Inflammation of the plantar fascia that causes intense heel pain, especially during the first steps in the morning.
• Heel spur: A bony growth on the calcaneus, often associated with plantar fasciitis.
• Ingrown toenails (onychocryptosis): When the edge of the nail penetrates the skin of the toe, causing pain, inflammation and possible infection.
• Calluses and corns: Hardenings of the skin caused by friction or excessive pressure.
• Nail fungus (onychomycosis): A fungal infection that alters the colour, texture and shape of the nails.
• Plantar warts (papillomas): Skin lesions caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) that appear on the sole of the foot.
• Metatarsalgia: Pain in the area of the metatarsals, at the front of the foot.
• Diabetic foot: Vascular and neuropathic complications arising from diabetes that affect the feet.
• Childhood podiatric disorders: Structural or functional foot problems in children that require early attention.

Diagnostic Podiatry Studies at Clínica Eupnea Palamós

We offer a range of diagnostic and therapeutic services to address the health of your feet in a comprehensive way:

Biomechanical gait study

We carry out complete diagnostic tests to assess the condition of your feet and prevent possible pathologies and injuries. Using advanced technology, we analyse the way you walk, the distribution of pressure on the sole of the foot and overall body posture. This study is essential for detecting biomechanical alterations and designing a personalised treatment plan.

Chiropody

Chiropody is the basic podiatric treatment that includes the removal of ingrown toenails, calluses, corns, skin and nail fungus, plantar warts and other skin conditions of the foot. We use precise and painless techniques to ensure maximum comfort for the patient during treatment.

Personalised, custom-made insoles

We design and manufacture fully personalised orthopaedic insoles, adapted to the morphology and specific needs of each patient. They are indicated for the treatment of metatarsalgia, heel spur, plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot, childhood foot disorders and many other pathologies. Our insoles are made on the basis of the prior biomechanical study to ensure maximum therapeutic effectiveness.

Paediatric Podiatry

Children's feet are constantly growing and developing, which makes them especially vulnerable to disorders and structural or functional defects. Our paediatric podiatry service assesses and treats problems such as childhood flat foot, in-toeing or out-toeing gait, and other anomalies which, if not corrected in time, can affect the child's motor and postural development.

Diabetic Foot Podiatry

Diabetes can cause chronic vascular and neuropathic complications in the feet, which may lead to ulcers, infections and, in severe cases, amputations. Our diabetic foot podiatry service provides regular preventive monitoring, with specialised care to maintain foot health and avoid serious complications. We carry out vascular and neurological examinations to assess the condition of the foot and apply the appropriate treatments.

Posturology: a whole-body approach

At Clínica Eupnea Palamós we specialise in posturology, the discipline that studies and corrects alterations of the postural system starting from the feet. The feet are the foundation that supports the entire body structure and, therefore, an imbalance in your gait can generate tension and pain in seemingly distant areas such as the knees, the hips, the spine or the neck, and may even trigger headaches and dizziness.

Unlike an approach focused solely on the local injury, posturology analyses the body as a whole. Through the postural assessment we evaluate how the feet relate to the rest of the muscular and joint chains, identify the true origin of the symptoms and design a treatment that corrects the cause, and not just the symptoms.

When is a postural assessment recommended?

The postural assessment is especially indicated in cases of recurrent back or neck pain, knee or hip pain, irregular wear of footwear, a feeling of instability, headaches of undetermined origin or when sport is practised regularly. It is also very useful in children during their growth phase to detect and correct postural alterations in time.

How do we treat postural disorders?

Once the biomechanical and postural study has been carried out, treatment may include personalised postural insoles, exercise guidelines, gait re-education and, when necessary, coordination with other specialists from our multidisciplinary team. The aim is to restore the overall balance of the body and improve the patient's quality of life in a lasting way.

Our podiatrists are registered with the Col·legi de Podòlegs de Catalunya, guaranteeing the highest quality and professionalism in all our services.

FAQ

FAQs About Podiatry in Palamós

When should I see a podiatrist?

For persistent foot pain, ingrown toenails, calluses, plantar fasciitis or if you're diabetic.

What is plantar fasciitis?

Inflammation of the plantar fascia causing heel pain. Treated with stretches, insoles and physiotherapy.

Are orthopaedic insoles effective?

Yes, custom insoles correct foot biomechanics. Designed with gait analysis.

How should diabetics care for their feet?

Podiatric reviews every 3-6 months, daily inspection, moisturising and appropriate footwear.

What is a corn?

A localised hardening of skin from repeated pressure. Removed painlessly by the podiatrist.

When do I need a gait analysis?

If you have foot, knee or back pain related to physical activity.

Is ingrown toenail surgery painful?

No, performed under local anaesthetic. Quick recovery of 1-2 weeks.

Common foot problems in older people?

Calluses, thickened nails, diabetic foot, bunions and fall risk.