The Foot Care Clinic

14/08/2025

Don’t skip the rehab!
When ankle, foot, or heel pain improves, it’s tempting to stop doing the exercises your podiatrist gave you. But here’s the thing — rehab isn’t just about feeling better, it’s about staying better.

Why is rehab so important?
• It strengthens weakened muscles and ligaments
• Restores flexibility and balance to prevent re-injury
• Helps your body heal fully, not just temporarily
• Reduces the risk of chronic pain or instability

Stopping too soon is like leaving a job half-finished — the pain might return, and sometimes even worse than before.

Your recovery plan is just as important as your treatment. Stick with the rehab exercises your podiatrist gives you — your future self will thank you!

👣 Need guidance or a tailored recovery program? We’re here to help you heal strong and stay active.

06/08/2025

A big thank you to Ryan The Footcare Clinic not only for making Dawn’s trotters more comfortable so that she can help more Hedgehogs, but also for the donation of disposable aprons.

These come in very handy in the rescue, so a big thanks from the Hedgehogs in our care.

We highly recommend Ryan’s extremely professional Podiatry service.

30/07/2025

This week at DGC brought to you by the Foot Care Clinic

Tuesday, 29th July
• Ladies Allander vs Clober (Home)

Wednesday, 30th July
• Seniors Medal 7

Saturday, 2nd August
• S1 Autos Gents Millennium Trophy Tri-Am
https://www.howdidido.com/Booking

Sunday, 3rd August
• Open Mixed Greensomes
https://dumbartongolfclub.co.uk/mixed-open-2/

Tee times available throughout the week - Book online at www.dumbartongolfclub.co.uk

* Remember to sign in and submit score cards in competitions.
Please repair pitch marks & rake bunkers. thank you.
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🏆 Open Competitions Coming Up at DGC:
• Mixed Open – Sunday 3rd August
📲 Entries now open online!
Visit https://dumbartongolfclub.co.uk/mixed-open-2/
for full details and booking.

We're looking for donations for prizes for the Mixed Open Tombola, if you can help please hand into the ladies locker room or leave with a member of staff. Thank you!
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🏌️ DGC GOLF LOUNGE
Members can also book our golf lounge from £5 per hour. Play some of the worlds top golf courses in our golf simulator.
Contact us on 01389 732830 to book.
https://dumbartongolfclub.co.uk/the-golf-lounge/
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🍔 CATERING AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK 🙂
https://dumbartongolfclub.co.uk/fork-thistle-catering-menus/
https://dumbartongolfclub.co.uk/opening-hours/

This week brought to you by:

The Foot Care Clinic

Podiatry • Ingrown Toenail • Musculoskeletal (MSK) Assessment • Diabetic Foot Assessment • Nail Surgery Package • Nail Cut • Verruca treatment • Home Visits available

Whiteford Avenue, Dumbarton G82 3JU
Tel: 07458 388 870
E:Mail: Mail@footcare-clinic.co.uk
Website: www.footcare-clinic.co.uk

18/07/2025

🦶 Got Foot Pain? See a Podiatrist, Not Just Your GP! 👨‍⚕️👣

You wouldn’t go to your GP for a toothache, right? You’d see a dentist, because they’re specially trained to treat teeth.
So why go to your GP for foot or ankle pain when you can see a podiatrist?

👣 Podiatrists are the foot and lower limb experts.
We diagnose and treat conditions like:
✅ Plantar fasciitis
✅ Achilles tendonitis
✅ Flat feet
✅ Bunions
✅ Heel pain
✅ Sports injuries
✅ Gait problems and more

💡 GPs are fantastic generalists, but foot pain is our specialty.
We use tools like gait analysis, custom orthotics, and hands-on treatment plans to get you moving pain-free—faster.

➡️ Cut the wait. Get specialist care.
📞 Book directly with a podiatrist today!

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16/07/2025

🚫 Not All Heel Pain is Plantar Fasciitis! 🚫

Are you dealing with stubborn heel pain and assuming it’s just plantar fasciitis?

❗️Think again.

Heel pain can have many causes:
👉 Nerve entrapment
👉 Stress fractures
👉 Achilles tendinopathy
👉 Fat pad atrophy
👉 Heel bursitis
…and more!

🔍 Treating the wrong condition can lead to months (or years) of frustration, wasted money, and no relief.

✅ Get a proper diagnosis from a qualified Podiatrist
✅ Stop guessing. Start healing.

📍The Foot Care Clinic– Expert heel pain assessments & tailored treatments.
📅 Book your consultation today!

🔗 https://the-foot-care-clinic-dumbarton.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings
📞 07458 388870

14/07/2025

👣 Step Into Comfort – MSK Podiatry Specialists 👣

Expert Foot & Lower Limb Care You Can Trust

Are you suffering from:
✅ Heel pain including (Plantar Fasciitis)?
✅ Flat feet or high arches?
✅ Achilles tendon problems?
✅ Shin splints or knee pain?
✅ Sports-related injuries?
✅ General foot and ankle discomfort?

At The Foot Care Clinic, our MSK Podiatry experts are here to help diagnose, treat, and prevent foot and lower limb conditions that affect your mobility and quality of life.

🦶 Our Services Include:
• Gait analysis & biomechanical assessments
• Custom orthotics & insoles
• Rehabilitation plans
• Footwear advice
• Injury prevention & performance support for athletes

👨‍⚕️ Why Choose Us?
• HCPC-registered podiatrists
• Advanced diagnostics & tailored treatment
• Friendly, patient-centred care
• Trusted by GPs, physiotherapists, and athletes

📍 Convenient location in Dumbarton
📞 Call us now at 07458 388870
🌐 Book online: footcare-clinic.co.uk

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Put your best foot forward – let us help you move pain-free!

13/07/2025

It’s been a busy summer again at The Foot Care Clinic and it’s looking like this will continue into the next few months.

If you’re planning on booking an appointment and need it before a certain date then please book on the website ASAP to avoid disappointment. 📔 💻

I have also managed to find time to complete training in steroid injection therapy, passing all exams 🥳. Now I’ll undergo some mentorship before being fully ready to bring this service to you.

Thanks for the continued support
See you in clinic 🦶 👣

Ryan

12/06/2025

👣 Say Goodbye to Ingrown Toenails – For Good!

Suffering from painful, infected, or recurring ingrown toenails?

Our expert podiatrists offer safe, effective nail surgery in a clean, clinical setting — with minimal downtime and long-lasting relief.

✅ Quick, minor procedure with partial nail removal
✅ Local anaesthetic – pain-free
✅ Permanent solution
✅ Emergency appointments available

Don’t let toenail pain hold you back. Step into comfort today!

📞 Call us or 📲 Book online now at https://the-foot-care-clinic-dumbarton.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

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Trust the experts in foot health. Your feet will thank you.

10/06/2025

👣 Struggling with Heel Pain? We’re Here to Help!

Chronic heel pain like Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, or heel spurs can impact your daily life — but it doesn’t have to.

At The Foot Care Clinic our MSK podiatry specialists use evidence-based treatments to get you back on your feet — pain-free.

✅ Gait analysis
✅ Custom orthotics
✅ Tailored rehab programs

📍 Convenient location | ⏱️ Appointments available

📞 Call us now or 📲 Book online — and take the first step toward pain-free living.

19/05/2025

“Tea Tree Oil Will Fix It!” — Said No Actual Podiatrist Ever

We love a good home remedy as much as the next person, but if tea tree oil really cured everything from fungal nails to athlete’s foot to global warming… we’d all be out of a job.

Spoiler alert:
Tea tree oil might smell nice and feel tingly, but it’s not a magic potion. In fact, using it the wrong way can irritate your skin, delay real treatment, and make your foot problems worse.

Still got that toenail fungus? That itchy rash? That stubborn foot odor?
Time to put down the essential oils and pick up the phone 📞

Come see us — your feet deserve science, not fairy tales.

15/05/2025

Healthy Feet Start at Home!

Between podiatry visits, taking care of your feet is essential to maintain comfort and prevent problems from worsening. A few simple habits can go a long way in keeping your feet happy and pain-free:
• Moisturize daily to prevent cracked heels
• Stretch your feet and calves to reduce tension
• Wear supportive footwear—even at home
• Inspect your feet regularly for any changes
• Avoid walking barefoot, especially on hard surfaces

Your podiatrist is here to support you, but your daily routine makes all the difference.

Need personalized tips or product recommendations? Ask us at your next appointment!

14/05/2025

Lovely comments from our friends Angie and Jack.

If you can all please follow and read about the great idea in start up of Spectrum Coffee which is opening soon!

Crowdfunder-https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/spectrum-coffee?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR6Y56CKoSm-v5ND1Yjl3e62pya4ZCAR6H0bwotghnRJWycmNrzcNZxWa2E87w_aem_DeZewDDsuvwl-45zUQulRw

Good luck guys ☕️

Time for a wee business shout out!

When we shared our crowdfunder Ryan was one of the first to donate!

This is a particularly special one for me as Jack and I both use Ryan for podiatry and Ryan’s built such a good trust up with Jack.

When I told Jack that Ryan had donated his reply was ‘My friend Ryan, wow that’s amazing’ and why is this special to me? When Jack talks about friends it’s only usually close family that he will refer to as a friend, so the fact that he considers Ryan as a friend is really lovely to hear!

So thanks Ryan! For your support, your donation, looking after Jack and I’s feet and for being my sons friend 💚