Market Street Clinic is extremely proud to be the recipient of this award for the 6th consecutive year. This recognition comes at a time when our focus remains to continue to provide the best patient care that we can. Widely recognized as being the podiatry leader this prestigious achievement ... Read More
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2022's Leading Specialists in Podiatry Treatment - Cornwall
Market Street Clinic wins 2022 Global Excellence Award.
“The results for the 2022 Global Excellence Awards are in, and I am delighted to announce that Market Street Clinic has been successful this year! You have been awarded the title:”
2022’s Leading Specialists in Podiatry Treatment – Cornwall
“Now in its fifth year, the Global Excellence Awards are the flagship program of Acquisition International magazine, a digital business publication with an international circulation of 108,500+ corporate professionals and c-level decision makers.”
“Recipients are selected through a merit-based system, via research carried out by our own impartial team rather than external nominations. Our criteria requires that there is evidence of significant achievements and a clear commitment to innovation in a given field, for a company to pass the shortlisting stage and go on to be recognised.”
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Jan2024
26
Jul2023
Well here I am; another very happy client following my visit to the Market Street Podiatry Centre!
The entire experience has been very positive from my very first contact when I made an enquiry about my ingrowing big toe nails.
On my first visit, as I settled in the ... Read More
30
Jan2023
What a great team! My treatment to have a toe nail removed was caring and professional from start to finish. Everybody was very friendly and my treatment options were fully explained. The treatment itself was painless and the after care was excellent. It was worth travelling a considerable ... Read More
24
Jan2023
Great quality service and caring staff. They moved appointments around to help accommodate seeing me sooner, and provided an expert service. They solved my issue as well as giving me advice for avoiding a repeat in the future. Highly recommend.
24
Sep2022
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 2022
Podiatry Clinic 2022Market Street Clinic was nominated to receive the Award Of Excellence 2022 from SOUTH EAST STAR. “After a tough 2 years, they want to acknowledge the companies ... Read More
05
Sep2022
I was in agony and NHS wouldn’t help me during the pandemic but these super efficient, caring knowledgeable people helped and treated me , they phoned my doctor and hospital to get me medication. I truly don’t know what would have happened if it hadn’t been for the care ... Read More
07
May2022
Siobhan invited to attend the Leaders Council round table discussion debating the Health and Care Bill going through parliament. Held at the Caledonian Club in Belgravia and chaired by Lord David Blunkett with commentary from cross-party members of parliament. She attended along with the CEO’s of The Nuffield Trust, ... Read More
12
Apr2022
2022 AWARD - BEST PODIATRY CLINIC 2022
Awarded best Podiatry Clinic 2022 for 2021/2022 by South West England Prestige Awards. SELECTED as 2022 WINNERS. Celebrating the businesses that continued throughout Covid. Best Podiatry Clinic Award is assigned by at least 10 nominees who were inspired by Market Street Clinic. ... Read More
16
Jan2022
A.W. Facebook Review 12/01/2022
“fully recommend market street clinic, such a friendly and professional service! from the phone call to book the appointment to the procedure being done, it was with the utmost respect and care. couldn’t of thanked the team there enough, great service.”... Read More
29
Dec2021
Market Street Clinic Ltd is proud to be recognized as one of the Top 3 Podiatrist clinics in Cornwall every year since 2018 on https://threebestrated.co.uk/podiatrist-clinics-in-cornwall"Congratulations! You are now listed as one of the Top 3 Podiatrist clinics in Cornwall. We would like to Thank You ... Read More
03
Apr2021
My son had to have surgery on he’s toe... WOW what can I say .. amazing service got a late emergency appointment the day I called and was seen and sorted ,they was very welcoming and dealt with my son amazingly and kept him calm was in no rush at ... Read More
18
Nov2020
Lunula LaserFirst Lunula Laser in Cornwall
Market Street Clinic has now introduced the first Lunula Laser non-thermal, touchless, painless treatment of Onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) to target nail fungus and stimulate new ... Read More
27
Oct2020
Review by Alison B
Highly professional, informative of the process and made me feel very comfortable. I had Swift treatment for a persistent veruca I’d had for over 5 years and had tried every over the counter product for. The Swift treatment was highly effective – wish I’d done ... Read More
27
Oct2020
Google Review by Erica F
Excellent service from start to finish. Siobhan is very professional an was extremely gentle when performing nail surgery on my daughter. After nearly a year of pain, she was pain free a day after her treatment. They are very flexible with appointments and very ... Read More
22
Sep2020
Those who are overweight are far more likely to suffer from a variety of health issues including heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes to name a few. But can being overweight really affect your feet too?
Can Being Overweight Affect Your Feet?
In short, yes. Weight gain ... Read More
15
Jan2020
Review by Derek M.
Just the BEST by far, have been going to this clinic for 18 years, would never go any where else. 22/10/2019
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14
Aug2019
First class treatment given. I always receive professional treatment and advice. All the podiatrists are 100% professional. M.M. 14/08/2019
14
Aug2019
I can not recommend highly enough the care, kindness and professionalism of Siobhan. The treatment and special expertise she gives is just wonderful! I feel very lucky to have found such an amazing clinic. J.G.
21
Feb2019
Market Street Clinic rated by Three Best Rated.
"Congratulations! You are now listed as one of the Top 3 Podiatrist clinics in Cornwall. We would like to Thank You for providing consistent high quality service in your area of business. Our review team either approved or updated your business listing using our 50-Point Inspection ... Read More
27
Aug2018
Best Podiatry Clinic 2018 – Cornwall & Award for Continued Excellence in Nail Surgery 2018Market Street Clinic is Cornwall’s leading Podiatry Clinic, offering a wide range ... Read More
26
Jul2017
Thrilled to have won Best Podiatry Clinic Award – Cornwall in the Worldwide Business Review and the following write up.
“As winner of two awards, the Best Podiatry Clinic – Cornwall and the Excellence Award for Nail Surgery 2017, Market Street Clinic Ltd. focuses ... Read More
30
Apr2017
Pleased to see our Clinic mentioned in the Worldwide Business Review Awards 2017 UK Enterprise Awards
“I would like to thank you for your participation within the 2017 UK Enterprise ... Read More
24
Feb2017
Verruca TreatmentBrand new verruca treatment on the market, we are now taking bookings for treatment with Swift® microwave therapy. A proven solution for stubborn ... Read More
30
Jan2017
Honoured and proud to see our Clinic mentioned in the international web results BizDB business directory…. it is rewarding to see the impressive terms in contrast to the other companies.
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19
Nov2016
New Equipment.
Having had considerable success in the treatment of Fungal Nails using Low Level Laser Therapy at Market Street Clinic, we have now invested in the latest device for treating fungal infections inside the ... Read More
07
Nov2016
Perfect Christmas Gift
Christmas Gift Vouchers, a twenty minute appointment providing podiatry treatment, nail cutting and filing, smoothing the nails and clearing out the sides. Removal of hard skin, corns, callus and heel cracks, buffing followed by ... Read More
31
Mar2016
Market Street Clinic has updated its Doppler with a new Ultra Tec PD1v doppler for assessing the health of patients arteries. For use in assessing and monitoring the blood flow to the lower limbs on Diabetic and elderly patients.
The UltraTec PD1v is a small, lightweight, high sensitivity, specialist pocket Doppler ... Read More
10
Mar2016
Below is an extract from last year's Parliamentry Review Invitation sent via email to Siobhan at Market Street Clinic from the office of The Rt Hon David Curry.Dear Siobhan,As a former Cabinet minister I am currently involved in a project aimed at raising standards in healthcare by highlighting how leaders ... Read More
28
Jan2016
Due to the success of the Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in the clinic we now have a small portable LLLT device for use on domiciliary visits to both private and residential/nursing homes. It can be used mainly in the treatment of wound healing, ulcers and pain relief.
13
Dec2015
We are closed from 5.00pm on Thursday 24th December 2015 and re-open 9.00am Saturday 2nd January 2016 for the Christmas break. A big thank you to all of our patients and we hope you have a wonderful Christmas and prosperous New year from all at Market Stret Clinic.
27
Nov2015
New member of staff Craig Fairy B.Sc.hons will be joining the Market Street Clinic team on Monday 30th November 2015. Craig has joined us from the Torbay and Southern District Foundation NHS trust where he has been treating patients with a high risk of Ulceration. Craig is a mature podiatrist ... Read More
11
Oct2015
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition treated here at Market Street Clinic. It is a painful, debilitating condition of the heel which can become chronic. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue which supports the longitudinal arch and works as a shock absorber during gait. Microtears and inflammation commonly ... Read More
04
Sep2015
Onycryptosis otherwise known as ingrown toenail is regularly treated here at Market Street Clinic. Onycryptosis is a very painful condition affecting all ages which can easily become infected and need antibiotics. They occur due to a spike of nail penetrating the nail sulcus. Which can be due to cutting the ... Read More
25
Aug2015
With the cases of Diabetes type 2 rising in the UK here are some interesting statistics:- 1 in 20 people with Diabetes will develop a foot ulcer each year. 1 in 10 Diabetic foot ulcers result in Amputation. 100 people a week in the UK have an amputation due to ... Read More
28
Jul2015
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nail. It is a common condition affecting the toenails and fingernails but particularly the toenails. The nails can become thickened, discoloured or brittle. The nail bed can sometimes become painful and inflammed and need to be removed. Onychomycosis can also cause psychological distress ... Read More
17
May2015
Market Street Clinic will be closed Monday 25th May for the bank holiday but we will be open again Tuesday 26th as normal. We are also open saturday morning 9-12.30, there are a few remaining appointments. Have a lovely bank holiday weekend!
22
Mar2015
New cryotherapy treatment which operates at a lower temperature (-89c) than the standard cryotherapy (-59c) is now available at Market Street Clinic.Cryosurgery is a method of treating localized areas of abnormal skin cells by superfreezing the tissue in order to destroy it.The Swiss made product Cryoalfa is able to be ... Read More
11
Feb2015
Neuropathic pain is a common problems for those suffering from Type 2 diabetes which is very difficult to treat and can make day to day activities unbearable. However a new drug known as ARA 290 has been developed by Araim Pharmaceuticals. This drug activates receptors that switch off inflammation and ... Read More
17
Nov2014
Here at Market Street Clinic we are proud to be a part of the Late Night Shopping in Launceston 5th December by offering FREE foot health or Treatment ADVICE. For those that just want advice or in need of treatment but not sure what the treatment will involve, we will ... Read More
03
Aug2014
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks healthy tissue. This can result in inflammation and damage to joints, the skin, kidneys, blood, heart and lungs. Lupus can also affect the feet which means it is very important for Lupus sufferers to monitor there feet regularly ... Read More
09
Jul2014
Podiatrists will benefit from new research which aims to improve knowledge and awareness of arthritis among health professionals. Rheumatologist Professor Anthony Woolf and his team in the Royal Cornwall Hospital Bone and Joint Research Group have been awarded £50,000 from Arthritis Research UK to improve knowledge of arthritis among health ... Read More
16
Jun2014
The University of Louisville in Kentucky analysed date from a cohort of 2,597 postmenopausal women and found evidence which suggests older women who have had both their wombs and ovaries removed are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The women were followed for an average of 9.2 years and ... Read More
22
Apr2014
The rise in temperature during the summer months along with flip flops, sandals and summer activities can cause extra problems for your feet, just at the time you want them to look their best. Fortunately, its easy to keep your feet healthy and pain free throughout the summer months, if ... Read More
14
Apr2014
The clinic will be closed all day Good Friday and Easter Monday. We will be open as normal on Easter Saturday.
10
Feb2014
Educating those with diabetes is a very important part of diabetes care. Education helps patients understand their condition, how to manage it and gives them the opportunity to ask questions and talk with others. The National Institute for Health Care Excellence (NICE) reccomend that everyone newly diagnosed with diabetes should ... Read More
10
Feb2014
The clinic will be closed this saturday (Saturday 15th February) due to staff holiday. Normal hours to resume Monday 17th February.
22
Jan2014
The surgery will be closed for 1 full day for staff training on Friday 21st January. Siobhan McCutcheon will be giving an audio visual presentation on Diabetes, how it affects your feet, Neuropathy, PVD, Ulcers, Infections and self care and what to look out for, to nurses and care workers ... Read More
20
Dec2013
The clinic will be closed for the Christmas break from Tuesday 24th December until Thursday 2nd January. Please either email or phone and leave a message for an appointment and I will get back to you on the 2nd January. Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and New Year.
12
Dec2013
Ketoconazole a medicine used for fungal infections is expected to have its license removed due to the risk of fatal hepatotoxicity. This reccomendation has been made by The European Medicines Agency Committee on Medicinal Products for Human Use as the risk of damage to the liver is greater than the ... Read More
05
Dec2013
Diabetes UK will be funding a research project in the aim to find a definitive answer on whether low calorie diets should be used as treatment for those with Type 2 Diabetes. The research will be carried out at Newcastle University and the University of Glasglow. They aim to discover ... Read More
05
Dec2013
It is currently reccomended adults take part in moderate exercise such as brisk walking for 2 and a half hours per week in order to cut the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. However a study undertaken by Professor Conrad Earnest has discovered that doing just half ... Read More
28
Nov2013
Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine in the US are investigating a DNA based reverse vaccine which could potentially switch off part of the immune system which is responsible for destroying the cells which produce insulin. This is the first vaccine of its kind and researchers are excited about ... Read More
28
Nov2013
It has been reported in Podiatry Now that proteins which are targeted in botox treatment may play a role in the development of a new treatment therapy for type 2 diabetes. Scientists from Heriot-Watt University of Edinburgh are attempting to identify how the release of insulin is regulated by the ... Read More
08
Nov2013
Diabetes UK have reported that 39% of people with diabetes who responded to a survey had been refused blood glucose testing strips or had been given a restricted prescription. This is due to the finanicial constraints of the NHS with variation on prescription different parts of the country. Restricting blood ... Read More
08
Nov2013
Research undertaken by Professor Chris Proud from The University of Southampton has recently been published in the journal Cell has discovered a cellular compenent called eEF2K which allows cancer cells to survive nutrient starvation. This component is not required by healthy cells therefore by blocking this component; cancer cells ... Read More
23
Oct2013
Research from the University of Bristol has shown dogs have a talent for detecting low blood sugars in their owners. The dogs used in the research had been trained by the Medical Detection Dogs charity and were places with owners who suffer from Diabetes. All 17 dogs demonstrated an ability ... Read More
06
Oct2013
We now have a facebook page to make it easier for patients to access the latest news from the clinic and view information regarding the different treatments available at the clinic. www.facebook.com/MarketStreetClinic
06
Oct2013
Arterial disease is more common in those who suffer from diabetes and is also another factor in developing chronic ulceration which can ultimately lead to lower limb amputations. It also increases the risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke. 94% of those who have had lower limb amputations have ... Read More
15
Sep2013
The surgery will be closed on Saturday 21st of September for Imelda's Graduation ceremony. [news67_34] Congratulations to Imelda - well done.
09
Sep2013
Researchers have discovered that there are close to 200 different types of fungui species living on our feet - more than any other part of the body. Although fungi inhabit other areas of the body - such as behind our ears - the researchers found that most of them live ... Read More
17
Jul2013
With the addition of a new member of staff, we are now open Saturday mornings from 9.00 am until 12.40 pm. This will enable those customers who are unable to make a weekday appointment, because of work commitments, been able to have their feet seen to.
01
Jul2013
Market Street Clinic has updated its Doppler with a new Ultra Tec PD1v doppler for assessing the health of patients arteries.For use in assessing and monitoring the blood flow to the lower limbs on Diabetic and elderly patients. The UltraTec PD1v is a small, lightweight, high sensitivity, specialist pocket Doppler ... Read More
19
Jun2013
Just one in five people with diabetes in England and Wales are reaching targets for keeping their condition under control according to a new analysis by Diabetes UK. The analysis, besed on data from the National Diabetes Audit, shows that just 19.9% of people meet the recommended targets for blood ... Read More
29
Apr2013
The Fungal nail treatment trials at Market Street Clinic are a resounding success. [news59_16] [news59_18] All of the patients receiving treatment have shown some degree of improvement at six months with most of these showing significant clean healthy nail growth. LLLT has been tested in over 200 clinical trails (RCT's) ... Read More
15
Mar2013
The surgery will be closed for easter vacation from Friday evening 15th March until Tuesday 2nd April. Please either leave a voice mail message on the answerphone 01566 777600 or an email to clinic@marketstreetclinic.co.uk and we will get back to you to book an appointment on our return.
26
Feb2013
Diabetes UK has branded 2012 a 'lost year' for diabetes healthcare after a survey suggested there has been almost no improvement to people's standard of care over the past 12 months. Of the 6,310 people who took part in the survey, 85% said their healthcare had stayed the same or ... Read More
28
Jan2013
A new oral drug has been launched that improves blood sugar control and promotes weight loss in patients with type 2 diabetes. Developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb and AstraZeneca, dapagliflozin (Forxiga) is part of new group medicines called sodium-glucose contransporter (SGLT2) inhibitors, which work in a different way to existing diabetes ... Read More
16
Jan2013
From 14th January 2013 we will be installing a computer patient records system in the clinic. We will endevor to have this up and running ASAP so as to make the appointments and records more efficient for you the patients. It has a number of useful features such as being ... Read More
16
Jan2013
From 14th January 2013 we will be installing a computer patient records system in the clinic. We will endevor to have this up and running ASAP so as to make the appointments and records more efficient for you the patients. It has a number of useful features such as being ... Read More
18
Dec2012
The Surgery is closed for the Christmas Break from 5.00pm Thursday 20th December 2012 until Monday 7th January 2013. Please either email or ring and leave a message for an appointment as we will be booking appointments on Sunday 6th January for the following weeks. Wishing you all a Merry ... Read More
14
Dec2012
Reseachers, led by the University of Sunderland, have developed a nasal spray to deliver insulin into the body without the need for injections. The liquid in the spray is formulated to reach body temperature and form a gel within the nose, which delivers insulin steadily over the course of the ... Read More
27
Nov2012
* Monitor Blood Glucose levels and keep them within a good range. * Check your feet every day for any changes such as cuts, grazes, swelling, blisters etc. Use a mirror or ask a friend to check the soles. * Have a daily cleansing routine for your feet, wash in ... Read More
20
Nov2012
"How Diabetes can affect your feet" a talk by Siobhan McCutcheon B.Sc.hons at Launceston Medical Centre on Tuesday 27th November at 7.30 pmFor more information you can contact Launceston District Diabetes UK Group on 01566 773880 or 01566 779574or email: launcestondiabetics@hotmail.co.ukweb address: http://www.launcestondiabetessupport.webs.com
15
Oct2012
A new bloodless diabetes glucometer is being developed as a possible replacement for people needing to check blood sugar levels using the traditional finger prick test. The non-invasive device, which has undergone intial testing and gained further financing, has been developed by a company called Grove Instruments and uses a ... Read More
02
Oct2012
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) recomends naftidrofuryl oxalate as a treatment option for intermittent claudication in invividuals with peripheral arterial disease for whom vasodilator therapy is considered after consideration of other treatment options. NICE recommends that therapy should be initiated with the least costly licenced preparation. ... Read More
25
Sep2012
A quarter of people with diabetes in the UK could be at risk of amputation due to a lack of proper health checks on their feet. Diabetes UK research has shown that one in four of people with diabetes could be at risk of amputation due to not having had ... Read More
18
Sep2012
There is always debate about whether barefoot running is better for your feet than wearing trainers. The average barefoot runner's strde is about 7 cms shorter than normal. Therefore, as an example, over the course of a marathon, this translates to about 7,000 additional footfalls above the 40,000 ... Read More
07
Aug2012
Proposals for changes to legislation, announced by Ministers will mean podiatrists could be granted independent prescribing responsibilities for the first time in order to help improve the patient pathway. This will increase access and speed of treatment for patients with conditions which affect the foot, ankle and associated structures. Amendments ... Read More
09
Jul2012
A diabetes management weekend will be held on October 26 2012 for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It includes interactive talks, disscussions, presentations and fun activities. It is being organised by the Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation. To book contact events Co-ordinator 02392 636133.
18
Jun2012
Flip-flop pain We are all guilty of it, but try not to wear flip-flops continuously when the weather is hot. They don't provide adequate support for you feet and can cause arch and heel pain if you wear them regularly. When choosing flip-flops, look for ones with arch and ... Read More
18
Jun2012
Cracked heels Dry skin and cracked heels are all too common during the summer months. These are normally caused by wearing open-backed shoes and sandals which allow the fat pad under the heel to expand sideways, increasing the likelihood of the skin to crack. Prevent cracked heels: Keep ... Read More
18
Jun2012
Your feet are one of the hardest working and most neglected parts of the human body. In a lifetime, the average person walks more than 150,000 miles, the equivalent if five times around the world. The rise in temperature during the summer months along with flip flops, sandals and summer ... Read More
13
Jun2012
A study has shown that the smell mosy likely to get us down is whiffy feet. Mike O'Neill, spokesperson for the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists says 'wearing the same shoes each day transfers decomposing bacteria onto your feet, so don't wear the same pair of shoes each day'. ... Read More
06
Jun2012
Due to recent news articles in the national press we have had a number of enquiries about the use of pinpoint laser for treatment of fungal nails. We have had an uptake on this procedure and are now testing on fungal nail infections. Initial results appear very good. These trials ... Read More
16
May2012
A phase 2 clinical trial found that rilonacept, an inhibitor of the protein interleukin-1, greatly reduced acute gout flares that arise when initiating uric acid-lowering therapy. Results of the trial targeted therapy in prevention of gout flares show rilonacept to be generally well tolerated, with no serious infections or treatment ... Read More
21
Apr2012
A new study claims that people who drink 3 cups of black tea each day could lower their risk of diabetes. The study, based on 40 research papers and published in the UK Nutrition Bulletin, found that 3 cups of tea per day could reduce the risk of heart attack ... Read More
09
Mar2012
Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have made an advance in understanding the causes of adult-aquired flat feet (pes planus). The findings could lead to a new drug therapy for flat feet and other conditions affecting the tendons. The causes of flat feet are not fully understood but ... Read More
28
Feb2012
A review of herbal medicine products in the latest issue of the Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin (DTB) shows that there is little evidence to justify the use of herbal medicines to relieve the symptoms of the painful joint condition osteoarthritis. The products involved contained devil's claw, and recently the UK ... Read More
05
Feb2012
New research by scientists in the UK has shown a link between type 1 diabetes and a network of the immune system. A particular set of genes that react to viral infections were present in both rats and humans along with the genes being associated with a susceptibility to type ... Read More
29
Jan2012
Scientists have discovered that certain proteins can kill off a strain of yeast implicated in the cause of skin disorders such as atopic eczema, seborrhoeic eczema and dandruff, without harming healthy skin cells. The study at Stockholm University and Karolinska Institute was published in the journal Letters in Applied ... Read More
19
Jan2012
Two new drugs are poised as breakthroughs in the treatment of the deadliest form of skin cancer. In trials of 670 people with advanced melanoma, the risk of death was reduced by 63% for those taking vemurafenib, which targets a genetic mutation found in cancer cells of about half melanoma ... Read More
12
Jan2012
Did last years big freeze leave your feet icy & cold? If so you won't be too happy to hear that we are expecting another cold snap this winter. However you can take some simple steps to help avoid getting cold feet and some of the more serious problems that ... Read More
15
Dec2011
Studies have shown that Manuka honey can be used to beat antibiotic-resistant bacteria including MRSA. Manuka honey's interaction with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, steptococci and MRSA bacteria, which commonly infect wounds, was tested. With the first two, the honey hampered the bacteria by attaching itself to the tissues, stalling serious infections. It ... Read More
01
Dec2011
Market Street Clinic will be closed for annual leave from Thursday 22nd December 2011 until Monday 9th January 2012.
24
Nov2011
UK Scientists have identified a link between coeliac disease and type 1 diabetes. The study, partly funded by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, showed that both conditions shared a common genetic origin, which suggests that they may also be brought on by similar environmental factors. This led the researchers to ... Read More
17
Nov2011
Half of all people who learn they have melanoma of the foot die within five years because the cancer had already spread throughout their body by the time it was diagnosed. Nearly 60,000 people will learn they have melanoma this year. Its not known how many of those cases will ... Read More
10
Nov2011
Diseases,disorders and disabilities of the foot and ankle affect the quality of life and mobility of millions of people. Here a a few tips to keep your feet healthy for the Christmas and New Year. 1.Wash your feet regularly, especially between the toes and make sure you dry them thoroughly. ... Read More
01
Nov2011
Thankyou for 13 years of your support. It has been 13 years since Siobhan McCutcheon bought Market Street Clinic on the 1st November 1998 from Martin Hulme. We will continue to develop and improve our services in order to maintain the highest standards of treatments for our patients.
26
Oct2011
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has published guidance for preventing type 2 diabetes. The guidence focuses on providing community level interventions for people in high risk groups and in the general population. This will be followed by a second piece of guidance, which will consider the ... Read More
19
Oct2011
A free iPhone app called ShoeSizR that measures feet for shoes has been released. Developed by Mindskate Ltd. UK it measures feet using a sheet of plain paper and the iPhone camera.You just take a picture of your feet while standing on the paper and move the on screen sliders.The ... Read More
12
Oct2011
A new study by scientists at Newcastle University has claimed that a low calorie diet could provide a potential cure for type 2 diabetes. The research, funded by Diabetes UK, found that an extreme low calorie diet can help cure type 2 diabetes, despite it being previously seen as a ... Read More
05
Oct2011
The Healthcare Professions Council has launched a new free iPhone app which allows instant access to the HPC register and enables the public to easily check that their Podiatrist is registered. The app also gives access to the latest news and media releases from the HPC. Seach 'HPC' in the ... Read More
19
Sep2011
New for September 2011. We are testing Low Level Laser Therapy on fungal nail infections. These trials are completely painless and it may be possible to get rid of fungal nail infections without the need for a 6 month course of drugs. It has already been successfully used in America ... Read More
14
Sep2011
Market Street Clinic is open one late night each week for all the people whose work commitments prevent them from receiving treatment during working hours. We still continue to be open before 9.00am in the mornings, which has the added benefit of free parking right outside the surgery on the ... Read More
15
Aug2011
Parking in Launceston is now FREE after 4.00 pm. Market Street Clinic is situated right between two of the towns Car Parks so you can take advantage of the free parking after 4.00 pm.
10
Jul2011
Market Street Clinic is proud to announce the launch of our new website! We are focusing on the future, and are proud of the service we offer. We invite you to take a look around our website and talk to us about what we can offer.