Elevate Your Foot Health: Trusted Podiatrists in Cardiff and Penarth, Serving South Wales

A person wearing a white shirt and black shorts is kneeling on a brick pathway, tying the pink laces of their gray running shoe.
13Nov

Lacing Styles for Runners

There are lots of ways to creatively lace your shoes. A quick google search will help you find a fun and creative pattern for your laces. But did you know different kinds of lacing can secure your laces more tightly or comfortably, particularly for sports...
A person in a medical scrub top is holding a black heart-shaped sign with the word "DIABETES" written in white chalk. The person has a stethoscope around their neck.
10Nov

What is a diabetic foot assessment?

Introduction: In our latest blog post, Louise from Acorn Sports Podiatry sheds light on the importance and process of diabetic foot assessments. For individuals with diabetes, foot health is paramount, and regular assessments play a crucial role in preventing complications. Let's delve into what you...
A man wearing a face mask below his chin stands in front of the entrance to Acorn Sports Podiatry. The glass door displays the clinic's name, logo, and opening hours. The man is smiling and dressed in a light blue shirt.
19Oct

Navigating the Pandemic: Insights from a Penarth Business Owner

Delve into the personal account of our journey as a Penarth business owner amidst the trials of the pandemic. Gain exclusive insights into the challenges we've faced, our innovative strategies for adaptation, and our hopes for the future. Read on to discover the resilience, community...
A tennis racket and a tennis ball are placed on a clay tennis court near the intersection of the white boundary lines. The image is taken from an overhead perspective.
23Aug

Tennis Talk

It’s easy to be inspired by the June tennis season. Eastbourne, Queen’s Club and Wimbledon create a month of some of the best tennis played all year. If you are thinking of dusting off some old tennis shoes and taking to the courts, what should...
A person wearing one black sneaker with white and red accents, sitting on a concrete floor. Their other sneaker is off, lying next to their bare foot. The person is wearing blue leggings with a geometric pattern.
20Jul

What is a Supportive Shoe?

We podiatrists are always advising patients to use supportive shoes, but what do we mean by that? What should you be looking for when you buy a new pair of shoes? Not too much flexibility A supportive shoe will only bend at the toe and shouldn’t bend...
A pair of feet dipping into the clear blue water of a swimming pool with a yellow and white frangipani flower floating nearby. The water's surface shows a tiled pattern in shades of blue.
08Dec

Foot Health is Key

At Acorn Sports Podiatry, we believe that maintaining healthy feet is vital for leading an active, fulfilling life. Often overlooked, foot health is crucial for mobility, enabling us to perform daily activities without pain or discomfort. As the leading podiatrists in Cardiff and South Wales,...
Close-up of a person receiving a foot treatment. The person performing the treatment is wearing white gloves and is carefully applying nail polish to the toenails. The setting appears clean and professional with pedicure tools visible in the background.
18Oct

Chilblains

Chilblains are a common condition in the winter months. They usually require some treatment, but the most important thing is to change the environment which caused them. Chilblains are red or sometimes purple patches in the skin which are very itchy and sometimes sore. In the...