Mobile Podiatry & Chiropody services in Reigate, Redhill and surrounding areas
andrew@brownespodiatry.co.uk 07537 915575 www.brownespodiatry.co.uk
Andrew of Browne’s Mobile Podiatry is
committed to providing the highest quality treatment in a friendly, efficient
and professional manner for you in your own home. He aims to deliver a service which
eases pain, reduces periods of discomfort and eliminates pain completely where possible.
He strives to make all treatments as easy and enjoyable as possible for his clients and discusses treatments with them every step of the way, working with them throughout their individual treatment plan.
Appointments are available Thursdays between 8am and 8pm. All new clients will have an assessment carried out before treatment begins.
Home visits are available in the following areas:-
Andrew Browne is pictured here carrying out routine treatment.
New patient assessment
An initial assessment is required to find out more about you. This will include details such as your medical history and medication, there are many conditions/medications which can affect your feet and possible treatment.
At this initial assessment there will also be screening of the blood supply and sensation of the feet.
Nail
cutting
Nails can be thickened, lifting, curved/in-growing, crumbly, misshapen or simply just long! However all can cause the feet to become uncomfortable.
Sometimes the nails will require simply cutting but they may also require mechanical thinning and require the sides of the nails to be cleared.
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Diabetic foot checks and advice
Whilst those patients with Diabetes may never suffer any problems with their feet they are unfortunately at a higher risk of foot complications. These complications tend to be a reduction in blood supply and sensation to the feet both of which increase the risk of foot problems.
The aim is to be proactive rather than reactive to try and prevent problems occurring in the first place and reduce those risks in the future.
Corns and callus
When the feet are subjected to excess shearing or pressure forces this can result in callus and corn formation which can often become painful and uncomfortable. If this becomes too thick it can cause excess pressure on the underlying skin resulting in breakdowns.
These shearing or pressure areas can occur for a number of reasons including things such as an individual’s gait pattern, foot deformity or simply poor footwear.
Cracked heels (fissures)
When the skin becomes very dry it loses the elasticity and the skins ability to absorb stresses which can often result in cracking to occur in the skin. This will often occur around the heels and can be very painful with a thickened callus appearance and bleeding.
Verruca treatment (using debridement and/or caustic treatment)
Verrucae are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus and a large number of them will be painless and given time will self-resolve although this may take months or years.
Treatment is normally required if the verruca becomes painful/uncomfortable or is starting to spread. Sometimes this pain/discomfort is the callus which forms over the verruca so debriding this can help with regular filing once debrided.
Orthotics and Insoles
Whilst the home environment is not the ideal setting for a biomechanical assessment I can provide advice on exercises and offer mobilisation and orthotics/insoles which can be used to help alleviate pain in the feet and lower limbs.
Orthotics and insoles can also be beneficial in reducing pressure areas on the feet and providing cushioning to make the feet more comfortable.
New patient assessment including treatment £45
Routine treatment £40 Can include pathological nails, corn, callus, cracked heels
Simple nail care £35 Non-pathological nails
Diabetic foot check without treatment £35
Diabetic foot check with treatment £45
Verruca treatment and new patient assessment £45
Verruca follow up treatment £40
Payments can be made by cash, bank transfer and by cheque.
Andrew has been working and living in the Reigate area for several years. He has been working within the NHS since 2009 and in private practice since 2016.
He regularly carries out a wide range of podiatric treatments which include routine care, nail surgery, wound care and biomechanics in which he has a keen interest.
Andrew is committed to continuing his professional development through reading research, conferences and attending courses to expand his scope of practice. Most recently he has attended courses on the functional
biomechanics of running, foot joint mobilisation and soft tissue mobilisation.
Andrew is
a Health and Care Professions Council registered Podiatrist (HCPC) who qualified from the University of East London in 2009 with a degree in Podiatric Medicine. He is also a member of the Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists.
Andrew is passionate about health and well-being, enjoying regular exercise and outdoor activities.
He is an avid sports fan, following in particular the NFL (supporting the Chicago Bears) and football as a lifelong supporter of Crystal Palace.
He also follows motor bike racing and rugby along with most other sports.
Andrew loves to spend time with his family and friends and has experienced some great adventures in his travels which have taken him all over the world.