Podiatry

Podiatry is the diagnosis and treatment of diseases associated with the foot, ankle and lower extremity. In the past, podiatry was often referred to as chiropody.

To become a podiatrist, a Bachelors Degree in Podiatry must be obtained, followed by registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Podiatrists treat conditions resulting from bone and joint disorders such as arthritis and bunions, and soft-tissue and muscular pathologies. Also assisting in diagnosing diabetic conditions associated with neurological and circulatory disease.

Podiatrists also diagnose and treat skin and nail disorders, corns, calluses and ingrown nails, fungal nail and skin infections.

Podiatrists can treat any age group with a variety of conditions, providing care for everyone from children’s feet to geriatric foot care.

During your first consultation, we will take your medical history, followed by a physical examination to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Diagnosis of the condition will then take place.

Depending on your condition, sometimes it is necessary to test certain muscles. For your comfort, it is advisable to wear loose-fitting clothes and clothing that can be rolled up to show the knees.

It is always a good idea to bring work shoes, running shoes, etc. and any shoes you wear most often so that the Podiatrist can assess them and make any modifications if necessary.

Depending on the reason for your consult, your podiatrist can perform a variety of treatments.

• General foot care – cutting/filing nails, removing corns and callous.
• Muscle testing and joint range of motion testing.
• Gait assessment – How you walk.
• Footwear assessment
• Nail surgery for recurrent ingrown nails.

No, you do not, simply contact us directly and we can organise an appointment time.

Initial Consult (Assessment): $125 - (45 minutes)

Repeat Consult: $107 - (30 minutes)

For Orthotics or Nail Surgery pricing, please contact Reception.

Yes, you can claim your treatment. Four schemes will allow you to claim.

• EPC plans - under the Medicare Plus scheme clients with chronic conditions may be referred by their GP for podiatric treatment.
• Veterans' Affairs clients are welcome at ATUNE.
• Workers Compensation and Transport Accident compensation schemes are available to clients with all treatment costs covered.
• Private Health Funds - clients with ancillary or "extras" cover can claim partial rebates depending on their insurance policy.

For your convenience, ATUNE provides an electronic facility so you can claim your HICAPS and Medicare rebate at the time of your consultation.