Podiatry Service
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What is Podiatry?
Podiatry covers any painful foot condition or mobility problem affecting the foot, its structures, and parts of the lower leg. Podiatrists — also known as chiropodists — are trained healthcare professionals who treat a wide range of foot conditions, including chronic foot pain, particularly where complicated by conditions such as diabetes or arthritis.
What Conditions Do Podiatrists Help Treat?
Our podiatrists can help with a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions, including:
- Thickened or hard-to-cut nails
- In-growing toenail treatment
- Plantar fasciitis
- Callus and corn removal
- Verrucas
- General foot pain
- Fungal nail treatment
- Sports injuries
- Biomechanical analysis
We also offer specialist foot care to individuals at higher risk of developing foot complications — including those living with diabetes.
Who Is This Service For?
Our podiatry service is for anyone experiencing painful foot conditions or discomfort. We welcome anyone to discuss any foot-related concern at our Tooting or Wimbledon branches.
Regular foot examinations are particularly important for people with diabetes — diabetic foot care can help prevent complications before they arise.
Why Is Diabetic Foot Care So Important?
Diabetes can gradually damage the nerves and blood vessels supplying the feet — a process that often happens so slowly that people don’t notice their feet have become less sensitive. Damaged nerves can mean you lose feeling in your feet, so you may not notice a cut or injury, while damaged blood vessels reduce blood supply, making cuts and sores slower to heal.1
Unhealed ulcers and foot infections are the leading cause of diabetes-related amputations, with diabetic foot ulcers preceding more than 80% of amputations, and someone living with diabetes is around 20 times more likely to experience an amputation than someone without the condition.2
This is why regular professional foot checks matter so much — most serious diabetic foot complications are preventable with proper, consistent care.3
Good Diabetic Foot Care Includes:
- Regular professional foot examinations
- Daily self-checks for cuts, blisters, or changes in skin colour
- Properly fitted footwear
- Good foot hygiene
- Prompt treatment of any minor cuts or sores — even small issues can escalate quickly4
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Our podiatrist will begin by taking a detailed medical history and carrying out a thorough examination of your feet and lower limbs. Depending on your condition, treatment may include:
- Nail trimming and care
- Corn and callus removal
- Verruca treatment
- Foot and ankle mobilisation
- Orthotics
- Footwear advice
Pearl Chemist Group has branches in Banstead, Byfleet, Cannon Hill, Cobham, Earlsfield, Epsom, London, Merton, Mitcham, Morden, Northcote Road, Streatham, Tolworth, Tooting, Wandsworth, Wimbledon, Kingston upon Thames, and other nearby areas, though podiatry appointments are currently available at only two of these locations.
Which Branches Offer This Service?
Podiatry is currently available at two Pearl Chemist Group branches:
Pearl Chemist Tooting
136–138 Mitcham Road, SW17 9NH
Every Monday, 9am – 5pm
Call us on 020 8672 2157
Home visits available upon request, delivered by Etienne, our experienced podiatrist based at this branch.
Haria Pharmacy (Wimbledon)
358 Coombe Lane, Wimbledon, SW20 0RJ
Alternate Saturdays, 9am – 1pm
Call us on 020 8946 4331
Email: haria@pearlchemistgroup.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
No — you can book directly with us. No GP referral is required.
How often should I have a diabetic foot check?
This depends on your individual risk level, which your podiatrist will assess. People with diabetes are generally advised to have a professional foot check at least once a year, alongside daily self-checks at home.5
Can a podiatrist help with ingrown toenails?
Yes — this is one of the most common conditions we treat, alongside thickened nails, corns, and calluses.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, at our Tooting branch, home visits are available upon request with Etienne, our podiatrist.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring details of any relevant medical history, including diabetes or circulation conditions, and a list of any medications you are currently taking.
Don’t Let Foot Pain Hold You Back
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Book an Appointment
Tooting: 020 8672 2157
Wimbledon (Haria Pharmacy): 020 8946 4331
Find your nearest branch → pearlchemistgroup.co.uk/pharmacy-locator
References
- 1. Diabetes UK. Diabetes and feet — foot problems. diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/complications/feet
- 2. Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust. Diabetes footcare advice. kentcht.nhs.uk/leaflet/diabetes-footcare-advice
- 3. NHS. Peripheral neuropathy — complications. nhs.uk/conditions/peripheral-neuropathy/complications
- 4. Diabetes UK. Diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage). diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/complications/nerves-neuropathy
- 5. Diabetes UK. Diabetes and feet — annual foot check. diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/complications/feet
What Conditions Do Podiatrists Help Treat?
Our Podiatrists can help you with a range of foot and lower limb conditions, including thickened and hard-to-cut nails, in-growing toenail treatment, plantar fasciitis, callus/corn removal, verrucas, foot pain, fungal nail treatment, sports injuries, and biomechanical analysis. We also offer foot care to individuals at a high risk of developing foot complications, including those with diabetes.
Who is This Service For?
Our podiatry services are for anyone who is experiencing painful foot conditions or discomfort. We welcome anyone to discuss any foot-related complaints at both our branches in Wimbledon and Tooting.
Regular foot examinations are very important, especially for diabetics. Diabetic foot care can help avoid any complications in the future.
Why is Diabetic Foot Care Important?
Diabetic foot care is critical to prevent serious foot problems due to nerve damage, circulation issues, and weakened immunity caused by diabetes, which can lead to infections and ulcers even from minor cuts or sores. Proper diabetic foot care, including regular foot examinations, proper footwear, hygiene, and prompt treatment, can prevent complications and maintain overall foot health for people with diabetes.
What to Expect at an Appointment?
Our Podiatrists will begin by taking a detailed medical history and performing a thorough examination of your feet and lower limbs. Depending on your condition, they may use a range of techniques and treatments to help you, such as nail trimming, corn removal, verruca treatments, foot and ankle mobilisation, orthotics, and footwear advice.
Which Pearl Chemist Group Branches Offer This Service?
Pearl Chemist Group is proud to offer podiatry services at two of our branches - Pearl Chemist Tooting and Haria Pharmacy in Wimbledon.
We are pleased to offer the added convenience of home visits upon request by Etienne, our highly trained and experienced Podiatrist at the Tooting branch. This ensures that our patients can receive top-quality foot care services in the comfort of their own homes.
For further information or to book an appointment at either of our branches, please contact:
Pearl Chemist Tooting,
136-138 Mitcham Road,
SW17 9NH.
Timings - 9 am to 5 pm every Monday.
Call us on 020 8672 2157 for more information.
Haria Pharmacy,
358 Coombe Lane,
Wimbledon,
SW20 0RJ.
Timings - Alternate Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm.
Call us on 020 8946 4331 for more information.
You can book an appointment via email at haria@pearlchemistgroup.co.uk.
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