All Podiatry Services

Do you offer Sport's Podiatry treatments?

A range of treatments are used including gait analysis, reconditioning programs (strengthening, stretching, balance exercises), shoe assessment and orthotic therapy to optimise recovery and prevent re-injury. This can include acute and chronic injuries.

Can you help Children with their Podiatric needs?

All Podiatry Services has had extensive experience in treating children's feet. The growth and development of children's feet is important to us and we have families being assessed together for preventive therapy. Following a thorough consultation, we can assess, diagnose and treat problems like flat feet, abnormal foot positions, and heel pain.

Do you offer Gait Analysis?

Analysis of gait and running styles is becoming more and more important in sport's therapy. Video Gait analysis is used to assess, plan, and treat individuals with conditions affecting their ability to walk. It is also commonly used in sport biomechanics to help identify efficiently, posture-related or movement-related problems in people with injuries. Call us for further information.

Who's the Podiatrist?

As a qualified practicing accredited podiatrist, Eric Raptopoulos is an ongoing member with the Australian Podiatry Association SA Incorporated and has continuing education and commitment to professional development. Health care, like many industries, is rapidly changing and consumers demand expertise in current methods and standards of practice.

Can you treat Corns and Calluses?

Corns and calluses generally form when the skin tries to protect an underlying area from injury, pressure or rubbing. They are not usually painful, but can become sore if they grow. Treatment involves trimming, paring or removing the thickened skin, painlessly, or using a scalpel to trim a large corn.

Do you treat Heel Pain?

Heel pain, heel spurs and Plantar Fasciitis can be treated - in most cases - with simple, non-surgical methods as it is mostly a biomechanical problem. Most people experience heel pain with their first steps in the morning, after getting out of bed or after prolonged rest. It can present as a sharp stabbing pain at the bottom or front of the heel bone or as a dull ache. Heel pain usually can subside to some extent throughout the day as the swelling around the area settles.

Do you offer Orthotic Therapy?

Prescription orthotic therapy is a managed podiatric treatment regime that includes specifically made custom inserts for footwear, together with an exercise program the prescription devices are an aid in the treatment or fault. It is not a panacea (solution for all problems) but an important treatment option used expertly at All Podiatry Services. It works by balancing, realigning and allowing the feet and lower limbs to function properly during walking, running and standing.

Do you offer Diabetic Management services?

Regular assessment by a Podiatrist, every 3 months, and at least 6 weeks in the presence of vascular, neurological, biomechanical or dermatological dysfunction or disease is crucial in preventing all types of complications to the feet. If you have been diagnosed with Diabetes 2 you may qualify for a Medicare program known as the Enhance Primary Care Program that is currently in place that allows up to 5 visits to a podiatrist for podiatry care.

Do you offer Hicaps Fast Claims?

We provide you with the convenience of on the spot claiming with your health fund with multi-function facilities of Eftpos, Visa and MasterCard.

Do you offer shoe advice?

When choosing a shoe it is often important to try and purchase shoes that offer your feet good comfort and support. It is recommended that a podiatrist should assess your feet and advise you on appropriate footwear.