Podiatry is a specialist field that focuses on improving the overall health and well-being of patients in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the lower limb. 

Podiatrists provide pain relief from foot deformities, injuries and wounds through palliative means. Podiatrists also perform minor surgery for ingrown toe-nails and prescribe orthotics to re-align imbalances in the lower limb.

Podiatrists play a role in the preventative care and management of patients with systemic conditions such as Diabetes and Arthritis.