Your foot and lower limb practitioner

My Aim.

My aim is to provide optimal foot and lower limb health care. We offer a friendly, professional and comfortable environment. We diagnosis and treat a range of problems affecting the foot and lower limb. This includes infections, defects and injuries, as well as foot and nail conditions related to other major health disorders such as diabetes and the like. We as podiatrists provide preventative care. Clinics are largely reactive however at Mohammed Podiatrists we would like to take the proactive approach to health care.

I qualified as a podiatrist from the University of Johannesburg (Bachelors of Technology in Podiatry 2013). I started my own private practice within a multi-disciplinary medical centre in the Vaal.

Furthermore I served as a locum at the University of Johannesburg, where I also gained managerial experience whilst supervising trainee podiatrists at various State hospitals. In addition, I have worked at different CDE Centres in the Vaal region and closely with various specialists (vascular and orthopaedic surgeons) which allowed me to expand my knowledge on diabetes and diabetic foot and wound care management.

Practicing as an athlete consultant for Puma - I have a keen interest in sports, and regularly provide podiatric services, education and assistance to sportsmen of all ages, from novice to professional.

I am a member of the Podiatry Association of South African (PASA), registered with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA No: CH0005070) and The Board of Health Care Funders of South Africa (PR No: 0516635) Being committed to on-going research and training, I keep up-to-date with the latest professional developments, diagnostic and treatment trends in the podiatric world.

Chronic diseases affecting the wellbeing of your feet

Diabetes is a chronic disease affecting many parts of the body including the foot. Successful management of the condition requires a team approach. Failure to not regularly having your feet checked could lead to other server complications.

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive approach to foot care and lower limb health.Today's podiatrist is an integral part of the holistic treatment team and has documented success in preventing amputations.

Statistics have shown that:

• More than 65,000 lower limbs are amputated annually due to complications from diabetes.
• After an amputation, the chance of another amputation within three to five years is as high as 50 percent.

The keys to amputation prevention are early recognition and regular foot screenings performed by a podiatrist. Assessments must be conducted for all patients even if no complications are present.

Foot and lower limb problems can be due to chronic medical conditions (like arthritis or diabetes) however en everyday situations can lead you to a podiatrist.

Day to day habits which will lead you to a podiatrist would include: Limb overuse (work or training related injuries) or poorly fitting shoes which lead to temporary pain and other complications like bunions, ingrown nails or calluses.

You are likely to get a more speedy diagnosis, specialised and adequate treatment recommendations from a podiatrist.

Here are some common conditions in which a podiatrist can help you get back on your feet...

• You’re starting to run regularly.
• You feel joint pain in your feet or ankles.
• You have diabetes.
• Heel pain is limiting your activities.
• You have a stubborn ingrown toenail.
• You suspect a sprain, strain, or broken bone.
• You need foot surgery.
• You have a bothersome corn or callus.
• You have a painful bunion.
• You think you have athlete’s foot—and it isn’t going away.