Working as a Podiatrist in the Sahara Desert !! Fixing Running Injuries
How Our Podiatry Clinic Helped Runners in the Marathon des Sables – Keeping Feet Healthy in the Sahara
The Marathon des Sables (MDS) is one of the most gruelling endurance events on the planet. Held annually in the blistering heat of the Sahara Desert, this 6-day ultramarathon challenges runners to navigate through punishing terrain, extreme temperatures, and sometimes, life-threatening conditions. For those lucky enough to participate, the Marathon des Sables is the ultimate test of stamina and determination – but it's also a test of foot health. That’s where podiatrists like us at South London Foot Clinic in Lewisham come in. You can see the start of the race above and the atmosphere amongst the 600 runners for this years race. This is the story about a podiatrist in the Sahara desert. Here is a link to the race itself CLICK HERE to watch about the race.
The MDS Race
Lucky enough to be part of the MDS medic team, as we were flown out to...
