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Diabetes & Your Feet: Why the Annual Check Matters 🩺For those living with diabetes, foot health is a critical part of ov...
26/05/2026

Diabetes & Your Feet: Why the Annual Check Matters 🩺
For those living with diabetes, foot health is a critical part of overall wellbeing. Over time, elevated blood glucose levels can affect the nerves and blood circulation in the lower limbs.
Because these changes can happen gradually, you may not always notice small injuries, blisters, or temperature changes. A professional assessment is designed to identify these risks early.

What happens during a Diabetes Foot Assessment?
Our Podiatrists perform a non-invasive clinical screening which includes:
- Vascular Assessment: Checking pulses and blood flow to the feet.
- Neurological Screening: Testing for "protective sensation" to ensure you can feel pressure or injury.
- Dermatological Review: Inspecting the skin for corns, calluses, or dryness that could lead to breakdown.
- Footwear Education: Reviewing your daily shoes to ensure they provide adequate protection.

We recommend that all people with diabetes have a comprehensive foot assessment at least once every 12 months. If you have identified risk factors, we may recommend more frequent monitoring. Regular checks are a proactive way to manage your health.

To book your annual assessment, contact us at 02 4089 1118 or book online at www.pivotpodiatry.com.au/book-now

Meet Zac! 👋We are thrilled to have Zac as part of the Pivot Podiatry team! A Newcastle local, Zac returned to his hometo...
21/05/2026

Meet Zac! 👋
We are thrilled to have Zac as part of the Pivot Podiatry team!
A Newcastle local, Zac returned to his hometown after spending eight years honing his skills across Victoria and Sydney.
Zac enjoys all aspects of podiatry but has a major clinical interest in sports injury rehabilitation.
He utilises advanced techniques to support patient recovery, including:
✅ Dry needling & myofascial cupping
✅ Soft tissue injury management
When he’s not in the clinic, you’ll find Zac on the cricket or football field, or working on his golf swing, 🏏⚽️
Dealing with a sports injury or need a general check-up? Book a session with Zac at the link below.
🔗 www.pivotpodiatry.com.au/book-now

Why your heels might feel drier lately... 👣The cooler air and indoor heating can strip moisture from our skin, often lea...
14/05/2026

Why your heels might feel drier lately... 👣
The cooler air and indoor heating can strip moisture from our skin, often leading to dry, thickened skin or even painful cracked heels.
While it’s tempting to manage this at home with a pumice stone, aggressive filing can sometimes cause further irritation or skin damage. For a safer, more effective result, a general skin treatment with a podiatrist allows for the professional removal of built-up callous and an assessment of the underlying cause of the dryness.
Keep your feet hydrated this winter by applying a urea-based cream daily—just remember to avoid the spaces between your toes!
Book online to schedule your professional skin and nail care appointment at pivotpodiatry.com.au

We’re back on the sidelines with Maitland Blacks Netball Club for the 2026 season!There is nothing quite like the energy...
06/05/2026

We’re back on the sidelines with Maitland Blacks Netball Club for the 2026 season!
There is nothing quite like the energy of the netball courts on a Saturday morning, and we are incredibly proud to continue our support of such a vibrant local club. A huge shout-out to Team Pivot—we’ve got our eyes on you this year and can’t wait to see your progress, teamwork, and sportsmanship in action.
Good luck to all the players lacing up their sneakers this weekend. Let’s make it a great one!

Mark your calendars for August 30. 🗓️This year, our owner and principal podiatrist, Nicholas, is taking on a new challen...
30/04/2026

Mark your calendars for August 30. 🗓️

This year, our owner and principal podiatrist, Nicholas, is taking on a new challenge: the Sydney Marathon on August 30 and while 42.2km is a big physical challenge, the motivation behind it is even bigger.

This run is personal. After seeing close family and friends touched by breast cancer, Nicholas wanted to do more than just offer his support—he wanted to help fuel the research that changes the future for everyone affected by this disease. 🎀

We need your help to reach our fundraising goal. Every dollar donated goes directly toward clinical trials that help discover better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

How you can support:
💗 Click the link to visit our official fundraising page. https://sm26.grassrootz.com/breast-cancer-trials/nicholas-howell
💗 Every donation, no matter the size, makes a massive impact.
💗 Share this post to help us spread the word!

Let’s get Nicholas across that finish line and raise as much as we can for this incredible cause. 🎀

Stay tuned as we share his journey to the finish line 👟

Lest we forget.Today, Pivot Podiatry pauses to honor the courage and sacrifice of our ANZACs. We are forever grateful fo...
25/04/2026

Lest we forget.
Today, Pivot Podiatry pauses to honor the courage and sacrifice of our ANZACs. We are forever grateful for their service.
Our clinic is closed Monday for the public holiday. We will reopen Tuesday 28th April.

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with Thornton Junior Football Club as a sponsor again for the 2026 seas...
23/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with Thornton Junior Football Club as a sponsor again for the 2026 season!
Supporting our local sporting community is a huge part of what we do. We love seeing so many young players staying active, learning new skills, and hitting the pitch with confidence. To all the players, coaches, and families—we hope you have a fantastic, injury-free season. We’ll be cheering for you from the sidelines!

Dealing with a painful or persistent ingrown toenail? 🦶An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the nail grows into th...
12/04/2026

Dealing with a painful or persistent ingrown toenail? 🦶
An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin, leading to redness, swelling, and discomfort. If left unmanaged, these can become increasingly painful or lead to localised infection.
There are many causes for this condition, including trimming techniques, footwear pressure, or natural nail shape.

Our Podiatrists provide assessment and clinical care in a sterile environment to manage these concerns safely, with management options at our clinic including:
- Conservative Clinical Care: Professional clearing of the nail edge and advice on preventative home care.
- Onyfix Nail Bracing: A composite material that is applied to the nail to gently and painlessly correct its shape as it grows.
- Education: Guidance on correct nail-cutting techniques and footwear fitting.
- Surgical Assessment: For chronic or recurring cases, we can discuss permanent solutions, such as minor nail surgery (Partial Nail Avulsion) under local anaesthetic.
Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. A professional consultation is required to determine if this is the right option for you.

Safety First at Pivot Podiatry 🛡️🩹Last week, the Pivot Podiatry team traded our clinical tools for training manikins as ...
07/04/2026

Safety First at Pivot Podiatry 🛡️🩹
Last week, the Pivot Podiatry team traded our clinical tools for training manikins as we completed our annual CPR and Anaphylaxis recertification!
Staying up-to-date with emergency first aid is a mandatory part of our professional development. While we focus on your feet and lower limbs every day, being fully prepared for any health emergency is at the core of our commitment to patient safety. It was an afternoon of hands-on practice, refreshing our skills in:
✅ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
✅ AED (Defibrillator) operation
✅ Anaphylaxis management and EpiPen use

We believe that providing a safe, professional environment is just as important as the clinical care we provide. Whether you're in for a general treatment or minor nail surgery, you can rest assured you're in capable, prepared hands.
A big thank you to the trainers for keeping us sharp!

🐰 Easter Long Weekend Update 🐣Our team is taking a short break to recharge and enjoy some quality time (and maybe a few ...
01/04/2026

🐰 Easter Long Weekend Update 🐣

Our team is taking a short break to recharge and enjoy some quality time (and maybe a few chocolate eggs!) with our families.

Pivot Podiatry will be closed on:
🗓️ Good Friday: April 3rd
🗓️ Easter Monday: April 6th

We will be back in the clinic and ready to support your foot health from Tuesday, April 7th.

If you’d like to secure an appointment for when we return, our online booking system remains open 24/7, or you can call our clinic and our AI phone receptionist, Sophie, is still hard at work! She’s fully equipped to help you with:
* New Bookings: Secure your next appointment in seconds.
* Rescheduling: Need to move a time slot? Sophie’s got you.
* General Inquiries: Get quick answers to your questions.

www.pivotpodiatry.com.au/book-now

Wishing our wonderful community a safe, happy, and relaxing Easter break!

The Team at Pivot Podiatry

Address

Suite 7, 2 Poynton Place
Thornton, NSW
2322

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+61240891118

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