Department of Podology and Mycology

Podology specializes in the prevention and treatment of various pathological conditions of the feet and nail plates. The specialists of the EMC clinic offer all types of treatment from the removal of calluses to the treatment of complex fungal infections and the care of a "diabetic foot".

Podiatric services at the EMC clinic

Podiatrists are specialists who treat diseases of the skin and nails of the feet. They are responsible for solving various medical and aesthetic problems, such as calluses, cracked foot skin, fungal infections, ingrown toenails.

In the Department of Podology and Mycology of the EMC Clinic, we offer the following services:

• diagnosis and treatment of fungal infections;

• medical pedicure;

• removal of corns and corns;

• solving the problems of deformed or ingrown nails;

• correction, restoration of the shape of the nail;

• caring for a "diabetic foot";

• prosthetics of nail plates;

• selection of means to reduce stress on the skin of the foot;

• application of specialized bandages to combat hyperkeratosis, cracks;

• development of individual medical and cosmetic programs for skin and nail care.

A podiatrist will help you with foot pain caused by prolonged standing work or wearing uncomfortable shoes, as well as problems with age-related foot changes. If necessary, the doctor will refer the patient to other specialists.: a surgeon, a phlebologist, a dermatologist. At the EMC clinic, we use a multidisciplinary approach, where the patient is guided by several specialists to maximize the effectiveness of treatment.

Diagnostic and treatment methods

For the treatment of fungal diseases, we use only methods with proven effectiveness. We carry out various types of pathogen diagnostics based on our own laboratory:

• microscopy;

• crops with the determination of the type of fungus and the determination of sensitivity to antifungal agents;

• immunological diagnosis of the most common mycoses.

Depending on the situation, the podologist may prescribe one of the following treatment methods for the patient:

• Medical treatment. Medicinal products to combat fungal infections or inflammatory processes.

• Mechanical. Medical manicure, removal or correction of ingrown toenails.

• Orthopedic. A specialist may recommend wearing orthopedic shoes or insoles to eliminate pain when walking.

• Physiotherapy. Various types of massage, ultrasound therapy, laser therapy, and other methods.

• Surgical. Surgical intervention may be required if other methods are ineffective.

The strategy is selected by the doctor based on the needs of the patient. Several types of therapy are often used in combination. The specialist will also give recommendations on foot care, shoe selection, and prevention of foot diseases.

Advantages of the Podology Center at the EMC Clinic

We perform comprehensive treatment of dystrophic changes and fungal nail diseases, and offer professional foot and nail skin care:

We have:

• the most modern pathogen diagnostic systems;

• The procedures are in strict accordance with international and domestic medical protocols.;

• assistance to patients suffering from diabetes mellitus in preventing or alleviating the manifestations of "diabetic foot syndrome".

The clinic's specialists apply the latest approaches to the diagnosis and therapy of mycoses, and also contribute to the development of medical science by publishing the results of their research and developing innovative techniques.

The EMC multidisciplinary clinic is equipped with everything necessary for the diagnosis and effective treatment of even complex pathologies. Our own laboratory, surgical department, and the ability to attract doctors of all specializations help us effectively cope with any diagnoses.

Our goal is not only to rid you of fungal infections, but also to prevent their recurrence. If you are worried about unpleasant symptoms, make an appointment with a podiatrist.