What is the difference between a podiatrist and a chiropodist?

A chiropodist is trained to provide routine foot care, such as nail cutting, and treating corns and calluses. This is often called ‘chiropody.’

A podiatrist offers the same routine care but is also trained in assessing and diagnosing lower limb injuries, diabetic wound care, administering local anaesthetic, and performing nail surgery.

At Feet First Podiatry, the care provided is technically chiropody (routine foot care) but is delivered by CORU-registered podiatrists with honors degrees in podiatric medicine

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Who requires podiatric care?

While podiatric care traditionally serves older adults, people of any age can benefit from podiatry services

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How often should I make an appointment with a podiatrist?

Podiatric care is usually recommended every 6-8 weeks

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Why choose home care instead of a private clinic?

Home care offers a convenient alternative, allowing you to receive personalised, professional podiatric treatment in the comfort and privacy of your own home. It is often more cost-effective than attending a conventional clinic

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How long is an appointment with Feet First Podiatry?

Appointments typically last between 30 and 45 minutes, allowing enough time to provide high-quality care without time consraints

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Where does Feet First Podiatry provide services?

We offer services in Galway City and Limerick City Centre

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Are podiatrists regulated?

Yes. All podiatrists in Ireland must register with CORU, the official regulatory body. Feet First Podiatrypodiatrists are CORU-registered, members of Podiatry Ireland, and fully insured

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How can I be sure equipment is sterile?

All instruments are medical-grade stainless steel, thoroughly washed, disinfected, and sterilized between uses in an instrument sterilizer

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How is my information protected?

We collect limited personal data (name, address, date of birth, medical history) with your consent before treatment. Notes are taken after each appointment to ensure continuity of care. Patient data can be deleted upon request

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How do I make an appointment?

You can book by calling or texting Eva at 085 129 7659, or emailing feetfirstpodiatrygalway@gmail.com

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What is the cost of an appointment?

Costs vary depending on the level of care provided and the distance travelled by the podiatrist​​