Medical science of feet. Care and treatment of feet.
Originally, it referred to the treatment of hands as well as feet, but is now synonymous with podiatry.

ETYM Pedi- + Latin cura care.
Professional care for the feet and toenails.
Chiropody.

The branch of medicine concerned with the feet; SYN. chiropody.
Study and treatment of disorders of the foot; chiropody /> Medicine, study of abnormalities of feet. The medical profession that deals with the specialized care of feet. Some podiatric treatments involve the use of orthopedic devices to correct fallen arches or improve improper positioning of feet during walking. + prikaži više