Shockwave is a very popular treatment option at Flex, it's almost too good to be true. We can improve 85% of heel pain with only 3-6 treatments.
Dry needling
Dry needling can provide extra relief in addition to our other therapies to release tight muscles contribution to your foot pain.
Manual Therapies
We are passionate about our hands on treatments, weather we are rubbing in cream after a skin & nail care, or doing trigger point therapy on your legs.
Stretches
The majority of adult population have some degree of calf muscle tightness. There are many reasons why stretching can help improve pain.
Excercises
Strengthening your body is important for improving mobility or performance. Your Podiatrist may recommend exercises for you.
Footwear
Footwear is very important for foot function. Your podiatrist may recommend footwear. We also sell a selection of foot friendly shoes.
Blood
Shockwave Increases blood flow to an area of tissue
Healing
Shockwave stimulates your bodies healing process
Pain
Shockwave blocks pain by acting on the nerve fibers
How it works
Acoustic waves (shockwaves) that carry energy through your body
Safe
For most people shockwave is a very safe and effective treatment option
Non-invasive
We hold a hand-piece against your skin with gel to make it work
Ingrowing toenails
We complete many ingrowing toenail operations, this is our speciality.
Verrucae
We often treat these conservatively, however the more stubborn ones we will operate if suitable.
Post-op Care
We send you home with a package of bits and pieces to care for your wound at home.
Does it hurt
Our procedures are carried out under local anaesthetic meaning we numb the area first, this does require a thin needle which is a little prick.
Experienced
All of our Podiatrists are well trained and well experienced with these procedures. It's normal to be a little anxious about your procedure.
Follow up
We typically carry out two follow up visits, these are short and sweet, we check the progress and clear out any unwanted tissue thats in the way.
Plantarfasciitis
Heel Pain is one of the most common presentations in our clinic, we have a range of treatment options to suit.
Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles tendon problems feel like pain, swelling or stiffness at the back of the heel.
Forefoot pain
This is common & can be caused by a no. of different factors; e.g Neuroma, Bursitis, Stress Fracture, Capsulitis...
Flat Feet
Flat feet are normal in young children, and are often genetic. Painful flat feet are a common problem we treat.
Bunions
Common in families. Our conservative treatment options aim to maintain function and mobility for longevity.
Toe deformities
Hammer toe, claw toe, mallet toe - these are common and often cause pain and rubbing in shoes.
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We have four convenient clinic locations: Hillcrest Hamilton | Hamilton Central | Waihi | Matamata
