Chiropody is the study and treatment of disorders of the feet. It is more commonly called podiatry.
The practice of chiropody is the treatment and prevention of diseases or disorders of the foot by therapeutic or orthotic means.
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about 8 years
Alan R. Whitby has written: 'Domiciliary chiropody'
Joseph Lelyveld has written: 'Chiropody (podiatry)' -- subject(s): Podiatry
Doctor of Chiropody. years ago, podiatrists were known as Chiropodists in the USA. They received the degree of D.C. (Doctor of Chiropody). 50-60 years ago the degree that is received was changed to D.P.M. (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine). This is the degree that Podiatrists receive today.
Chiro - Pody. Meaning "hands & feet".
Frederick Arthur Drew has written: 'Latex technique and its application to chiropody'
Podiatry (or chiropody) is a branch of medicinedevoted to the study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the lower leg, ankle and foot.
Dictionary. n the work of a chiropodist;podiatry chiropodist n a person who removes corns and treats other troubles of the feet;podiatrist
In UK a doctorate is not required to practice Chiropody - or "Podiatry" as it is sometimes known. However, some practitioners do choose to stay on at university to do research.