Diabetic assessment and vascular assessment of the foot and lower limb.įor more information, download our Basic Foot Care leaflet.The range of treatments we offer includes: Ingrown toenails or toenails affected by a pathology such as a nail infection.Problematic corns and callus (hard skin).
If you meet the access criteria for high risk care, we may be able to assist with, or provide advice for, the following problems: Some localities may provide a Paediatric (children’s) service, and a musculoskeletal service, although this is usually part of a wider orthopaedic service. All Podiatry localities have dedicated nail surgery centres for the provision of nail surgery to treat pathological or ingrown toenails. Some of our practitioners work across many areas to provide specialist services.Īt each site the Service provides assessments and treatments to high risk patients, including diabetic and non-diabetic wound care. The teams consist of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Podiatrists, Podiatry apprentices, assistants and administrators. Please note, however, that there are limitations for access to the Podiatry Service, which is based on medical need and the level of risk associated with the foot problem. The Podiatry Service at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) aims to provide a comprehensive foot health service.
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