A Podiatrist is a health care professional who deals exclusively with the diagnosis and treatment of foot and lower leg disorders. They are trained to care for the feet of people from all ages, some examples of commonly seen problem symptoms such as muscle fatigue, knee and leg discomfort, heel pain and instability of the foot, abnormal walking patterns - especially in children, sports injection of the feet and legs, and a variety of other problems.

Foot care and footwear advice is also an important aspect of a podiatrist's work.

Conditions such as diabetes and arthritis are often associated with foot problems. Appropriate diagnosis and early treatment can help assure your feet won't develop any serious problems later in life.