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Fat Pad Atrophy

The Fat Pad on the bottom of the Heel and Forefoot (ball of the foot) should be plump and supple, allowing for effective shock absorption. Sometimes with age, overuse or trauma, the fat pads on our feet can become thinner, giving the underlying tissues and bone less protection. We think of this a little bit like running a car on low tyre pressures. When the fat pad on our feet atrophies (becomes thinner and less protective) we can develop pain, aching and soreness underfoot with walking and weight-bearing.

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We see these problems frequently at Northernhay Clinic and can give you useful advice on Footwear & Custom Foot Orthoses in order to help make each step a little more comfortable.

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Peter de Teissier 7 days ago
I felt my foot problem was quite minor and that perhaps I’d be wasting their time but Jack took so much time and care over explaining what the cause was and suggesting different ways to deal with it. I left feeling so much more positive. I would recommend this clinic wholeheartedly
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bbobbss 1 week ago
My father has moderate knee OA with pain and stiffness, the appointment was relaxed and professional and follow up has been exceptional and now fully broken in the orthotics have improved my fathers gate immensely. Worth every penny!
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Catherine Hughes 2 weeks ago
A very thorough assessment and treatment plan that resolved my knee pain. Great service. I highly recommend.
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lloyd farrell 3 weeks ago
A professional, thorough specialist assessment and review of my foot difficulties caused by high arches. Jack was personable, attentive and knowledgeable as a chiropodist and quickly identified the cause of my foot pain problems and recommended a number of targeted solutions including self help physiotherapy exercises, foot ware recommendations and arch supports with a follow up appointment by which time my foot difficulties were already improving. Thank you
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Jonny Anthony 4 weeks ago
I was referred to Jack at Northernhay Clinic by my chiropractor back in October. I was really suffering with debilitating ankle pain and was seriously considering having to give up my smallholding and my photographic career. My consultation with Jack was thorough, non invasive and he was very kind and well informed.I was provided with two sets of orthotics…one for my new trainers recommended by Jack and one for my wellies! I wore them as instructed and felt realigned and pain free immediately. I have worn my orthotics daily…with a bit barefoot around the house.
It is now the middle of April and I have continued to consistently enjoy pain free full mobility since wearing my orthotics.
I am so grateful to Jack and cannot recommend the service provided by Northernhay Clinic highly enough.
Nicky Anthony
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