** Please note I am no longer offering a home-visit service **

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Penny Denholm BSc (Pod) MChS

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Penny is practising podiatry and chiropody from a private room within LG Beauty Clinic. LG is a friendly, welcoming environment and is located at 15 Bernard Street, Leith, Edinburgh. To find us, please click the Contact link above.

I will be available for appointments in Leith all day on Tuesday and Friday (after hours appointments available). To make an appointment please contact LG on 0131 467 7926.

I aim to provide a high quality, friendly and reliable podiatry and chiropody service for my patients, with appointments allocated a slot of up to one hour.

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Podiatrist or Chiropodist ?

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A frequently asked question is what is the difference between a podiatrist and a chiropodist. The simple answer is that podiatry is a more up to date version of chiropody. A podiatrist can do everything a chiropodist can, and more. For example, a podiatrist is able to perform nail surgery, carry out biomechanical assessments (check how your feet perform) and supply you with certain prescription only medicines.

Be sure to check that your podiatrist is registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). The HCPC will also confirm that your practitioner is qualified to perform local anaesthesia (essential if carrying out nail surgery) and that they are able to supply prescription only medicine.

For further information about the HCPC and to check my registration, please see the Links section below.

Your podiatrist has extensive medical knowledge, particularly regarding conditions such as diabetes, stroke and rheumatoid arthritis, all of which may have an effect on your feet. They will be able to give you invaluable advice regarding your health and that of your feet.

In order to maintain their registration with the HCPC, all podiatrists must be able to demonstrate that they are continually learning in order to keep their skills and knowledge up to date with current standards. You can check my registration status by clicking on the link below. I am also a member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. You can find further information about the society by visiting the link in the Links section below.

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Prices and Treatments

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Routine Treatment (£40)
A routine treatment will take approximately 45 minutes, depending on individual requirements. Please allow slightly longer for your first treatment which includes a consultation.

A full consultation is carried out. This ensures the podiatrist has a good understanding of medical history, medications and details of your foot/lower limb concerns.

All nails are tidied and shaped with any nail problems such as thickened, discoloured or ingrown nails treated. Any hard skin will be gently reduced and corns removed. Advice will be given on how to prevent future problems.

A treatment plan is then set in place to give the best care and agree appointments to address requirements.

You may find this service useful if you suffer from diabetes, as you may have been advised not to cut your nails yourself but find it difficult to access a nail cutting service through the NHS.

Verrucae Treatment - no longer available.
Please note that I no longer provide treatment for verrucae as treatment is not usually effective.

Home Visits - no longer available.

Foot Treatment Supplies (prices on request)
I am also able to supply a range of foot creams, orthotics, paddings, insoles etc.

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Contact Details & Opening Hours

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Web Links

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