What are chilblains? Chilblains are sores that develop on the skin, usually as a result of cold temperatures or poor circulation. The areas on your body most at risk are your fingers and toes because of all the very small blood vessels in these areas. Chilblains can feel hot, itchy, swollen and at times, painful. If left unmanaged, the skin can break, causing them to become wounds which need professional treatment.
There are several ways that you can help treat chilblains from your own home. These include;
If your chilblains break or become sore, make an appointment ASAP. We may have to clean the wound and provide protective dressings to encourage healing. We may also have to use a wax bath which consists of putting wax on the feet and wrapping them up for a short period of time to help increase blood flow to the feet. They are also very enjoyable to have done, especially in the cold weather!
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At Sole Podiatry you initial consultation will go for 40 minutes. This time allows your Podiatrist to thoroughly examine and understand your needs as well as providing the necessary time to assess your condition properly.
We will also develop a comprehensive treatment plan that will enable you to achieve your goal as soon as possible during this consultation. This plan will clarify whether any future consults will be required and what frequency.
Your consultation will go for 40 minutes. This time allows your Podiatrist to thoroughly examine and understand your needs as well as providing the necessary time to assess your condition properly. We will also develop a comprehensive treatment plan that will enable you to achieve your goal as soon as possible during this consultation.
There is no requirement to supply a referral from your doctor to see a Podiatrist.
With that said, if you have been referred, please bring a copy of the referral letter.
We bulk bill pension card holders with a valid EPC referral (Chronic disease management plan) from their GP. For non-pension card holder with this type of referral, our consult fees apply, and you can claim a rebate from Medicare (there is a small gap fee)
The frequency and number of visitations will depend on the nature of the condition you are being treated for. The treatment and rehabilitation of conditions will vary widely however after an initial consultation your podiatrist will be able to provide a recovery framework for you.
We appreciate 24 hours notice for cancellations when possible. However we know the unexpected can often happen, so a courtesy phone call if you are going to miss an appointment is always appreciated.
An appointment which is cancelled or rescheduled with less than 24 hours notice, may incur a fee of 50% of the consult rate.
If you miss an appointment, without giving notice, then the full rate of the appointment may be charged.
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