A number of unqualified people are promoting and conducting foot health care services, the Association of Podiatrists of Malta (APM) said today.
It urged people to be cautious about promotional material sent by email or found on the internet and social media whereby non-qualified persons are promoting medical services for the treatment of a wide range of foot problems. These range from the removal of corns and calluses to treatment of abnormal foot and lower limb alignment through orthotics (medical shoe inserts).
"The APM wishes to inform the public to exercise caution and is urged to only seek professional advice from appropriately accredited individuals. Podiatrists (commonly referred to in Malta as Podologist or Podjatra’) should bear the title “SRPod” indicating he/she is state registered. Patients’ have the legal right to request evidence of state registration and refuse treatment if such evidence is not provided," the association said.
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