Coisceim Foot Clinic, Barna, has been serving the local community for the last 16 years. The team are experts in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of conditions of the feet. They deal with all kinds of foot issues, including verrucae, fungal skin and nails, corns, calluses, nail reconstruction, and diabetic care etc.
The team are delighted to welcome their newest member, Lynda Kyne, BSc Pod Med & MChSI. Ms Kyne is a native of nearby Inverin and is a fluent Irish speaker. The clinic is also very proud to be the 2023 sponsor of the Barna Intermediate Ladies Team.
The clinic currently offers two new, innovative treatments: nail reconstruction and Swift verrucae treatment.
Toenail reconstruction is the restoration of a damaged nail for cosmetic purposes. It involves the application of layers of an anti-mycotic gel to the damaged nail/portion of the nail bed which is then cured by UV light.
Many people can benefit from toenail reconstruction including those with fungal, thick, discoloured or cracked nails, reduced nails following trauma, etc.
Swift is a new technology which treats verrucae. It uses microwave energy to treat the affected tissue. Verrucae are caused by a virus called HPV, which can hide from your body's immune system, making it very difficult for your body to detect and treat. This means that lesions can be very persistent and can spread easily. Swift uses microwaves to alert the body to the HPV virus and allows your body to heal itself. This is much more effective than older, topical treatments, with a success rate of over 80 per cent in clinical trials.
Diabetes foot screening continues to be a cornerstone of podiatry treatment. The team at Coisceim Foot Clinic use the most up-to-date National Diabetic Foot Screening model in-clinic.
To find out more contact Coisceim Foot Clinic, Creag Mór, Barna, phone 091 867855, or see www.coisceimbarna.ie
