Systemic Conditions

Our body is an intricate and brilliantly designed system where every part works together to maintain movement, health, and overall well-being. When certain systemic conditions—those affecting the body as a whole—come into play, they can have a profound impact on our feet and legs. Conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), and neurological disorders like cerebral palsy can alter how we move, feel, and function.

These changes often lead to painful or uncomfortable challenges, making everyday activities like walking, standing, or even balancing much more difficult. For many, these conditions also increase the risk of complications like foot ulcers, deformities, or joint damage, which can significantly impact quality of life.

Here at The Feet People in Brisbane, we understand how systemic conditions can affect the feet and legs and are committed to providing tailored care to help alleviate pain, enhance your mobility and general foot function, and help reduce your risk of complications. Here’s how we can help:

• Alleviating pain and discomfort - whether it’s caused by joint inflammation, nerve damage, or muscle weakness, our podiatrists work to relieve discomfort using various targeted treatments and therapies. We’re proud of the wide range of treatments we have available, as well as our commitment to innovation and always learning and enhancing our skills.
  
• Improving foot and leg function - from custom orthotics to gait retraining, we help promote better movement and lower limb alignment to improve your daily mobility and comfort.
  
• Preventing complications - many systemic conditions, such as diabetes, carry a higher risk of complications like wounds, ulcers, or infections. We help you stay one step ahead with preventative care and regular monitoring.
  
• Collaborative care - most systemic conditions require a multidisciplinary approach to help you manage the various aspects of the condition. We work closely with other healthcare professionals, including GPs, endocrinologists, OTs and physios, to ensure you get the best all-round care from a team who are on the same page.
  

Click below to learn more about each of the conditions and how they can impact your feet, and if you’d like to talk with our team directly, get in touch with one of our Brisbane based podiatry clinics.

Common Systemic Conditions

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