SW Podiatry & Health Clinic Ltd

SW Podiatry & Health Clinic Ltd SW Podiatry Clinic & Health Clinic is an award winning clinic based at Homeleigh Garden Centre. We offer advanced and routine podiatry treatments.
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We have HCPC registered Podiatrists and Foot Health Practitioners. Got a foot problem? Give us a call 📞 SW Podiatry Clinic is based at Homeleigh Garden Centre Launceston Cornwall, and also provide home visits in Launceston and Okehamptom. SW Podiatry Clinic offers a wide range of Podiatric treatment. Owner Shelly Carroll is highly qualified with BSc (hons) degree in Podiatric medicine holding thei

r prescription only medicine and local anaesthetic license. Our podiatrists are registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and members of the Royal College of Podiatry. They have experience working in both the NHS and private practice and are committed to providing patients with an excellent level of foot care, we believe that healthy feet help us to stay active, which is a key component enhancing overall wellbeing. Every new patient receives a full assessment allowing us to tailor treatment plans to accommodate the individuals foot care needs.

09/05/2026

We love corns, you love corns. Corns, corns, corns 🌽

This video shows the removal of a corn caused by repeated pressure over a bony area of the foot.

As pressure builds over time, the skin thickens and forms a dense central core, which can become painful when walking.

A common question we receive is how long the skin takes to recover afterwards. In most cases, once the pressure is relieved, the area gradually settles over the following days to weeks.

Padding, footwear advice, and pressure management can all help reduce recurrence and improve comfort.

08/05/2026

Can you guess what this is? You get 3 guesses!

If you can't be bothered to guess, the answer is below 👇😂

This is athlete’s foot, a fungal skin infection that commonly develops between the toes.

It tends to occur in warm, moist environments where airflow is limited, making it easier for fungus to grow and spread.

The skin can become macerated, sore, and in some cases quite painful.

Early treatment is important to prevent progression and improve comfort.

07/05/2026

The treatment you love to hate ✨ nail reconstruction ✨

We’ve had a few comments questioning this technique, particularly around whether fungal nails should be ‘covered’.

This product, Pedisafe, was developed by podiatrists to support the management of damaged or fungal nails.

It is flexible, has antimicrobial properties, and is used to protect nails that may be fragile or uncomfortable, helping to reduce pressure and prevent catching.

As with all treatments, it’s not suitable for every case, but for the right patient, it can be a helpful part of managing symptoms while the nail grows out.

06/05/2026

🎉 Happy 2nd Anniversary, Roxanne! 🎉

What started as maternity cover has grown into something so much more… and we honestly couldn’t imagine the clinic without you 💛

You’ve become such a vital part of SW Podiatry & Health Clinic 👣

Thank you for everything you do. Here’s to many more years ahead 🥂

🎉 Happy 2nd Anniversary, Roxanne! 🎉What started as maternity cover has grown into something so much more… and we honestl...
06/05/2026

🎉 Happy 2nd Anniversary, Roxanne! 🎉

What started as maternity cover has grown into something so much more… and we honestly couldn’t imagine the clinic without you 💛

You’ve become such a vital part of SW Podiatry & Health Clinic 👣

Thank you for everything you do. Here’s to many more years ahead 🥂

👣✨ We’re back! ✨👣After a lovely Bank Holiday break, we’re back in clinic and ready to go 💛Messages are being picked up, ...
05/05/2026

👣✨ We’re back! ✨👣

After a lovely Bank Holiday break, we’re back in clinic and ready to go 💛

Messages are being picked up, appointments are back in full swing, and we’re here to get you feeling comfortable again 👣

If you’ve been waiting to book in… now’s your sign 👀

☀️ Bank Holiday Notice ☀️We’ll be closed for the Bank Holiday today 👣We’ll be back open as normal the following day, re...
04/05/2026

☀️ Bank Holiday Notice ☀️

We’ll be closed for the Bank Holiday today 👣

We’ll be back open as normal the following day, ready to get you booked in and back on your feet 💛

Any messages will be picked up as soon as we return, thank you for your patience!

Enjoy the long weekend ✨

03/05/2026

If you enjoy skin debriding, you're going to love this one ❤️👣

This may look like typical callus, but in this case the cause is hyperkeratosis.

While callus is usually a response to pressure and friction in a specific area, hyperkeratosis refers to a more general thickening of the skin, which can be influenced by a range of factors including long-term stress on the skin.

Although the treatment may look similar, understanding the underlying cause is important when managing and preventing recurrence.

A good example of how similar presentations can have different causes.

02/05/2026

✨ Dreamy Callus ✨

This is a callus over the 5th MTP joint, the area on the outside of the foot near the base of the little toe.

It’s a common site for pressure, particularly depending on foot function and footwear.

Callus forms as the body’s natural response to repeated pressure and friction. While it serves a protective purpose, excessive build-up can become uncomfortable, especially in shoes.

Treatment involves carefully reducing the thickened skin, but it’s also important to consider the underlying cause to help prevent it from returning as quickly.

✨ Progress, not just a quick fix ✨This patient has been dealing with a persistent skin condition on their feet for years...
01/05/2026

✨ Progress, not just a quick fix ✨

This patient has been dealing with a persistent skin condition on their feet for years. Having seen multiple professionals without much success, it had always been labelled as tinea pedis, but clinically, we felt there was more going on.

After discussing options, they preferred to avoid oral terbinafine, so we took a more conservative approach using targeted anti-microbial and anti-fungal treatments 👣

The result? Real progress 🙌
✔️ Skin is improving
✔️ Symptoms are far more manageable
✔️ Comfort has significantly increased

There’s still some fungal presence, so we’re continuing treatment, but this is a huge step in the right direction, and the difference in confidence says it all 💛

Sometimes it’s about looking a little deeper and finding the right approach for that patient.

01/05/2026

This case is a great example of progress rather than a quick fix.

The patient had been dealing with a persistent skin condition for years, having previously been told it was tinea pedis. However, clinically we felt there was more going on.

After discussing treatment options, they chose to avoid oral medication, so we took a more conservative, targeted approach using anti-microbial and anti-fungal treatments.

The improvement so far has been really encouraging — the skin is settling, symptoms are more manageable, and overall comfort has improved significantly.

There is still some way to go, but this highlights the importance of tailoring treatment to the individual and sometimes taking a step back to reassess.

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Homeleigh Garden Centre Dutson
Launceston
PL159SP

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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