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There’s no better feeling than finally taking off those high heels after a long day or night on your feet – are we right? For many women, wearing high heels epitomises the expression, ‘beauty is pain’. They can be uncomfortable, unstable, can rub in all the wrong places and cause far too many ‘ouch!’ moments.
As podiatrists that are dedicated to caring for your foot health, we thought we’d help by sharing seven ways that you can feel more comfortable in your high heels – starting today.
If you thought that trimming toenails, analysing your walking pattern or making you custom orthotics was all that we offer here at My FootDr – think again! Our innovative team offers a range of world-class and often unexpected services across Australia that go far beyond what many people perceive to be ‘normal’ podiatry. Today, we’re highlighting ten of our services that you probably never knew we can help you with.
Your feet are the foundation for the way you live your life. Those who don’t take care of their feet may end up paying for it down the track. Blokes are probably the worst offenders, often being reluctant to seek help when they need it, instead choosing a “She’ll be right!” attitude towards their health care. Read more
Feet are the foundation for your body, and those who take them for granted may end up paying for it later in life. Blokes are probably the worst offenders for their reluctance to seek help when they need it, and often choose a ‘she’ll be right’ attitude towards their health care. Read more
Podiatrists prescribe custom foot orthotics (or orthotic shoe inserts) for a range of conditions, however the most common reasons are to provide better foot support, correct the alignment of the foot (rolls in or out – pronation) or to improve overall foot function. Read more
Does mum do a lot of legwork in your household? While socks and slippers will no doubt be a very popular gift (hint hint) on Mother’s Day, there might be a more lasting way you can show her just how much she means to the family. Read more
Mum’s feet go through a lot each day, so at My FootDr we’re committed to helping women of all ages have healthy feet and better lives.
Reviewed and Updated 11 August 2026
If you’re wincing the moment your feet hit the floor each morning, you’re not alone. Pain on the bottom of the foot, especially around the heel or arch, is one of the most common concerns our podiatrists hear from patients.Your feet are made up of dozens of small bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons, so working out exactly what’s causing your pain isn’t always something you can do yourself. That’s where a podiatrist comes in. We can assess your feet, get to the root of the problem, and help you find lasting relief.For most people, pain on the bottom of the foot won’t simply disappear on its own. The good news is that with the right treatment, it’s very manageable. In fact, one of the most common causes we see in clinic is plantar fasciitis. Read more
Melbourne Cup Day is a national tradition where we put on our best dress and high heels for a day of fun, excitement and hopefully choose a few winners. With a glass of champagne in one hand and a betting card in another, our feet often become our last priority.
A majority of the day is spent standing, walking and wearing uncomfortable high heels that can leave you with blisters and aching feet, holding your heels. If you’re not a winner on the day, you don’t want to add sore feet to your list of losses.
If you, like thousands of Australians, are expected to queue around Apple Stores and phone outlets this morning for the new iPhone X, chances are your feet and legs may be in for a bit of pain.
We can’t make the queue go any quicker, but we can give you a few tips on how to avoid sore feet whilst waiting in line. Read more