Senior Foot Care in Sydney
Comfortable feet can make everyday movement easier. Our podiatrists provide practical foot care for older adults at HealthiClinic in Sydney.
How can podiatry help older adults?
Changes in flexibility, eyesight, balance, circulation, skin, nails and joint health can make foot care more difficult over time. Podiatry can help maintain comfort, address painful problems and support safe mobility.
Appointments are tailored to the person’s health, independence, footwear and daily activities.
Common concerns we manage
- Thick or difficult toenails
- Corns and callus
- Cracked or dry skin
- Ingrown toenails
- Arthritis and joint stiffness
- Footwear difficulties
- Pressure areas
- Balance or walking concerns
- Diabetic foot monitoring
- Pain affecting daily activity
What happens at an appointment?
The podiatrist will review the main concern, relevant medical history, medications and any changes in
Routine foot care
Our podiatrists can reduce thick nails, treat corns and callus, manage difficult nail edges and provide advice on skin care and footwear. The aim is to improve comfort while protecting fragile skin.
Mobility, balance and footwear
Foot pain and poorly fitting shoes can reduce confidence and activity. Our podiatrists can assess whether footwear changes, padding, exercises, orthotics or referral to another clinician may help.
Working with families and healthcare providers
With the patient’s permission, our team can communicate with family members, GPs, carers or other health professionals when coordinated care is helpful.
Care from HEALTHiClinic podiatry team
Our associate podiatrists provide regular and one-off appointments for older adults. Care plans are based on clinical need and may include routine treatment, monitoring or referral.
Meet Dr. Damien Lafferty
Podiatric Surgeon & General Podiatrist
Dr Damien Lafferty is a surgical podiatrist based in Sydney, Australia. He has 38 years of podiatry experience, including 29 years of podiatric surgical experience, and has taught at the University of Newcastle for 19 years.
For patients whose concern can be managed through general podiatry, care may remain straightforward. Where a more specialised pathway is appropriate, the initial assessment can help identify the next step.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can a podiatrist help with thick toenails?
Yes. Thick nails can be safely reduced and trimmed, and the podiatrist can assess possible causes.
Can you treat corns and callus?
Yes. The podiatrist can reduce painful areas and advise on pressure, footwear and recurrence.
How often should an older person attend?
Some people need only occasional care, while others benefit from regular appointments. The interval
depends on clinical need.
Can podiatry help with arthritis?
Podiatry may help with footwear, padding, orthotics, exercises and strategies to reduce pressure and improve comfort.
Can a family member attend?
Yes, with the patient’s agreement.
What should I bring?
Bring a current medication list, relevant referrals or reports, and the shoes worn most often.
Can you help with balance?
Podiatrists can assess foot, footwear and lower-limb factors that may contribute to balance concerns and may recommend further assessment where appropriate.
Do you see people with diabetes?
Yes. Diabetic foot assessment and care are available through HealthiClinic Podiatry.
Do I need a referral?
A referral is generally not required for private podiatry, although some funded programs have referral requirements.
Can private health insurance be used?
Benefits vary by policy. Patients should check with their insurer.
Book a Senior Foot Care Appointment
Book an appointment if foot pain, nails, skin or footwear are affecting
comfort, mobility or independence.