Podiatry & Talking
Last week we celebrated World Podiatry Day and World Mental Health Day: two occasions that overlap beautifully, and resonate deeply for me.
Every day in clinic, I’m reminded that we don’t just treat feet – we treat people. The stories, the stresses, those unspoken cues revealed in the first few minutes along with all the emotions that walk through the door are just as real as the physical pain or imbalance that brings someone in. It’s amazing how much comes up in a foot appointment once you start listening – and not just to the body.
As a Podiatrist, I have the great privilege of working at the intersection of medicine, movement, and humanity. Our feet carry the full weight of our lives: our work, our responsibilities, our dreams, and – of course – our worries. Yet they’re so often ignored… until something goes wrong.
As both Lead Podiatrist and Clinic Director here at Holistic Health, I couldn’t be prouder to be part of a profession that touches so many aspects of wellbeing. As Podiatrists and Foot Health Professionals, our care extends far beyond what most people imagine podiatry to be. We look at:
🩺 Dermatological health – skin, nails, infections, and wound care.
🧠 Neurological function – sensation, balance, and nerve pathways.
❤️ Vascular circulation – oxygenation and early detection.
⚙️ Biomechanics – how movement patterns affect the whole body, and often lead to pain and disharmony.
⚡ High-risk care – diabetes, arthritis, and complex conditions.
👟 Footwear and orthotics – because design and fit matter to performance and comfort.
🔬 Skin & nail surgery – diagnosing and treating infections, performing ingrown toenail surgeries, biopsies, and minor procedures to restore health and confidence.
Every day in clinic, I’m reminded that we don’t just treat feet – we treat people. The stories, the stresses, those unspoken cues revealed in the first few minutes along with all the emotions that walk through the door are just as real as the physical pain or imbalance that brings someone in. It’s amazing how much comes up in a foot appointment once you start listening – and not just to the body.
As a Podiatrist, I have the great privilege of working at the intersection of medicine, movement, and humanity. Our feet carry the full weight of our lives: our work, our responsibilities, our dreams, and – of course – our worries. Yet they’re so often ignored… until something goes wrong.
As both Lead Podiatrist and Clinic Director here at Holistic Health, I couldn’t be prouder to be part of a profession that touches so many aspects of wellbeing. As Podiatrists and Foot Health Professionals, our care extends far beyond what most people imagine podiatry to be. We look at:
🩺 Dermatological health – skin, nails, infections, and wound care.
🧠 Neurological function – sensation, balance, and nerve pathways.
❤️ Vascular circulation – oxygenation and early detection.
⚙️ Biomechanics – how movement patterns affect the whole body, and often lead to pain and disharmony.
⚡ High-risk care – diabetes, arthritis, and complex conditions.
👟 Footwear and orthotics – because design and fit matter to performance and comfort.
🔬 Skin & nail surgery – diagnosing and treating infections, performing ingrown toenail surgeries, biopsies, and minor procedures to restore health and confidence.
But beyond the science, it’s about connection.
As a mum to girls, I’m especially aware of the way our feet tell the story of our lives: from those first wobbly baby steps, through the growing pains of adolescence – and the many, many football related sports injuries and the ongoing debate about football/rugby boots – through to the myriad of changes that menopause (peri/post included) brings – yes, even in our feet! – right through to the care and comfort we all deserve as we navigate later life.
It is a gift to witness patients at every life stage and crossroads – generation by generation – as each pair of feet carries its own history, strength, and love forward.
From teaching our kids to love and respect their feet, to helping our parents stay mobile and confident, we’re really nurturing mental, emotional, and physical health all at once.
So as we celebrate both Foot Health and Mental Health, I want to remind you:
Your feet are the foundation of your wellbeing.
They carry your body – and often, your burdens too.
Take a moment to notice them, care for them, and honour the journey they’ve walked you through.
Because every foot tells a story!
Big love, Tracy Podiatrist, Mother, Yorkshire Tea addict & Clinic Director
As a mum to girls, I’m especially aware of the way our feet tell the story of our lives: from those first wobbly baby steps, through the growing pains of adolescence – and the many, many football related sports injuries and the ongoing debate about football/rugby boots – through to the myriad of changes that menopause (peri/post included) brings – yes, even in our feet! – right through to the care and comfort we all deserve as we navigate later life.
It is a gift to witness patients at every life stage and crossroads – generation by generation – as each pair of feet carries its own history, strength, and love forward.
From teaching our kids to love and respect their feet, to helping our parents stay mobile and confident, we’re really nurturing mental, emotional, and physical health all at once.
So as we celebrate both Foot Health and Mental Health, I want to remind you:
Your feet are the foundation of your wellbeing.
They carry your body – and often, your burdens too.
Take a moment to notice them, care for them, and honour the journey they’ve walked you through.
Because every foot tells a story!
Big love, Tracy Podiatrist, Mother, Yorkshire Tea addict & Clinic Director
Posted on 14 October 2025