The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides approximately 460,000 Australians who have permanent and significant disability with funding for support services. This includes access to podiatry support as part of a participant’s plan.

This study explored patterns of podiatry utilisation in a population-based sample of participants in the North West Adelaide Health Study who reported foot problems. We found 9.5% of the model consulted a podiatrist in the previous 12 months. For more information about the leading NDIS podiatry Adelaide, click here.

Biomechanical analysis

Whether an elite athlete or just trying to stay active, you can benefit from biomechanical analysis. This service takes a basic human movement, such as walking or throwing a ball, and breaks it down into precise details that can help you improve your performance. It’s also used to treat injuries and reduce pain. The analysis can help identify the causes of an injury, such as an ankle sprain, and recommend ways to prevent it from happening again.

A physical therapist will evaluate how a patient moves during a biomechanical analysis. Depending on the problem, they may use various techniques to collect data. These methods range from sophisticated equipment to a simple hand-held camera. Bio mechanists often work with coaches and athletes, helping them to analyse their movements and improve their skills. However, they can be used for patients with many different conditions.

The most common reason people undergo a biomechanical assessment is foot and leg pain. This can be caused by various reasons, from faulty foot alignment to overuse of muscles and joints. A physical therapist will assess your movement pattern to determine what is causing the pain and recommend correcting it.

There are two general types of biomechanical evaluations: kinematics and kinetics. Kinematics describes the position and velocity of body segments and joints during motion, while kinetics is the action of forces associated with that motion. For example, a physical therapist may use kinematics to measure the distance and angle of an athlete’s javelin throw.

A biomechanical assessment is a good choice for people with chronic foot or knee pain. They can also evaluate a child’s gait and help them develop their best foot and ankle health. Many children experience problems with their feet, including sprains and fractures. This can affect their quality of life and cause a loss of independence. Often, these issues can be corrected with biomechanical assessments and corrective orthotics. For more information about the leading NDIS podiatry Adelaide, click here.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a nationwide support framework that provides participants with funding for essential support and services. Bellevue Podiatry is an NDIS registered provider and can assist you in meeting your NDIS podiatry Adelaide goals.

Podiatry

Podiatry is the medical and surgical specialty that deals with the feet, ankles and lower legs. It is considered part of the broader healthcare industry and is a primary foot care provider in many countries. Podiatrists work in private practice, as part of group medical practices, and on the staffs of hospitals and long-term care facilities. They also serve as commissioned officers in the Armed Forces, on the faculties of schools of medicine and nursing, and as members of local health departments.

A podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat various conditions, including foot pain, sprains and fractures, calluses, corns and bunions, nail diseases (such as fungus or ingrown toenails), and heel spurs. They can also treat patients with diabetic foot problems and advise them on how to manage their condition. Podiatrists can recommend orthoses (shoe inserts) and other devices to help improve posture and balance in people with foot problems and can prescribe medications, such as antibiotics, antivirals and NSAIDs.

To become a podiatrist, you must graduate from one of nine accredited podiatric schools or colleges and pass national board examinations. The first year of the course is focused on a broad range of basic biomedical science subjects, including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, biochemistry, pathology, human structure and function, and pharmacology, similar to the medical curriculum.

The following two years focus on podiatric-specific subjects such as podiatric biomechanics, human gait, podiatric orthopaedics (the non-surgical management of foot abnormalities), podopaediatrics, sports medicine, rheumatology, diabetes, wound care and minor and significant podiatric surgical procedural techniques, including partial and total nail avulsions, mastoidectomy, cryotherapy, debridement, suturing and local and general anaesthesia. They must also complete a clinical practicum that provides practical experience in managing the care of patients with various podiatric disorders and conditions.

The Nationwide Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a support framework that provides Australians with a disability with funding for the support they require to reach their goals and live an ordinary life. Bellevue Podiatry currently works with NDIS self-managed and plan-managed participants, providing therapy services to help them achieve their goals. For more information about the leading NDIS podiatry Adelaide, click here.