Beehive Foot Clinic

read moreWorried about your verruca, warts, corns or ingrowing toenails?. North London, Golders Green. These four outstanding surgeries offer an expert, foot treatment service for all health related issues and/or walking problems. Using latest technology and skills, under the direction of Lee Raphael, the clinics are respected for the quality of their services and medical expertise. Whether for a routine check-up, biomechanical assessment or for a Computerised Gait Analysis, Lee Raphael is recognised as a leading podiatrist.

read moreThank you very much indeed for recommending the orthoses, they have worked out so much better than I could have imagined. When you suggested them I was sure they would help, but in fact they have cured the problem I had. Lee is the first podiatrist who has not just dealt with a corn but also the root of the problem. By this extended service, he delivered far more than I originally expected. I want to thank you for your care and attention following treatment of my ingrowing toenail. The treatment was painless and I can now go back to the gym without worry as it causes me no more pain.

read moreCorns and calluses are thick, hardened layers of skin that develop when your skin tries to protect itself against friction and pressure. Corns are small conical shaped areas of hard skin which press on underlying nerve endings, often causing considerable pain. They usually occur on the toes or soles of the feet (plantar corns), almost always over a bony prominence, such as a joint. A corn is simply an excess of skin cells in one spot due to pressure or friction on that part of the foot whereas a callus develops over a larger area of the foot.

read moreWhat are warts and Verrucae? Warts are small rough lumps on the skin caused by a virus (human papilloma virus) which causes a reaction in the skin. Warts can occur anywhere on the body but are most commonly found on hands and feet. A verruca is simply a wart that is on the soles of your feet, though they can also appear around the toes. It may become rough and bumpy with a cauliflower-like appearance and may develop a black spot in the middle, which is caused by bleeding. Verrucae can remain as single lumps or may spread into a cluster of small warts.

read moreSwift is the quick and clean new treatment for benign skin lesions. Unlike cryotherapy, salicylic acid and laser, Swift does not break the surface of the skin and eliminates the need for bandages or dressings - leaving you to carry on your day as normal. Frequently asked questions by patients considering treatment using Swift microwave therapy. WHAT IS SWIFT? Swift is a new technology, developed in the UK, which has been licenced for the general treatment of skin lesions in Podiatry and Dermatology.