Podiatrists regularly prescribe foot orthoses and exercises as well tend to wounds and ulcerations. A major contributiion to the foot health of the nation is simple common sense advice on hygiene and foot care. Income varies depending on the type of work and practitioner you are. Practitioners, establishing a new practice have large overheads which mean their income is lower in the first couple of years. This will vary with individuals.
Many practitioners do work part-time in group practices or shared accommodation.
Some people will arrange home visits whilst others travel into the rural areas offering their professional services. Last updated September 2001.