Let's put a smile

on your feet :)

If you have unhappy feet, in need of expert care, call us today!

Hello, I'm Frances Low, RFHP.

Hi I am a small practice covering Hornchurch, Upminster and surrounding areas. I am a qualified, fully insured and registered Foot Health Practitioner, I am trained to assess and treat recognised foot problems/conditions or refer to other professionals if required. I offer convenient, friendly and flexible appointments within your home to suit your lifestyle.

I have previous experience of working in the health sector as an auxiliary nurse and in the education system. I am friendly, caring and able to assist people who have mobility issues, are bed bound or have learning difficulties. I am also Deaf Aware and a Communication Support Worker (CSW) with Level 2 British Sign Language (BSL), I am happy to assist people within the d/Deaf Community.

Professional foot care can help maintain mobility (which in turn impacts on exercise, circulation, mental health etc), your independence and ultimately your quality of life.

Patients often ask what the difference between Chiropodists and Podiatrists and Foot Health Practitioners (FHP). The 2 former are simply different terms for the same professional. They are trained to degree level, can do surgery under anaesthetics and can prescribe medicines. FHP's are qualified to assess and treat all essential foot care including the diabetic foot. Some FHP's partner with or support Chiropodists and Podiatrists.

At your first appointment I will assess your foot-care needs and then carry out a standard foot-care treatment which consists of trim and file of the toenails, reduce/shape thickened nails, hard skin reduction and application of appropriate medicinal products. Treatments for other conditions (see list below) will be carried out if appropriate, with your consent.

I look forward to welcoming you and providing you with the highest standards to foot care.

Ms Frances Low, RFHP, SAC. Dip.

Registered Foot Health Practitioner

Foot Treatments.

CORNS

A cone shaped build up of skin which can become painful and lead to complications such as ulcers. Can impact your gait.

INGROWN TOENAIL

Ingrown toe nails can be due to poorly fitting shoes or poor nail cutting. They often cause pain due to infection/swelling. Let us help.

FUNGAL NAIL

Often appears as an unsightly, thickened and discoloured nail. We offer the Lacuna treatment plan to tackle this embarrassing condition.

CALLUS

Thickened skin that has built up as a result of friction and / or pressure. If left untreated, can cause much discomfort

CRACKED HEEL/HARD SKIN

We can help to treat and prevent hard skin, cracked heels and painful fissures that can develop. We use balms and creams if appropriate

MEDI-PEDI

A non-invasive treatment to maintain normal healthy feet and to soften and resurface dry, hard and / or calloused skin on problematic feet.

ATHLETES FOOT

A fungal skin condition that often presents as inflamed, irritated areas eg between toes and on the soles. We provide treatment and advice.

PLANTAR PAIN

We can provide advice on Plantar fasciitis a painful condition caused by stretching of tissue in the sole. We may suggest supports/inserts.

NAIL CUTTING

Nails protect the underlying nail bed from injury, if left uncut they can become damaged and problematic. We can help to keep them healthy.

DIABETIC FEET

It is vital that patients with diabetes are seen regularly as they are more prone to serious foot issues. We can provide care or a referral if necessary