Podiatry derives from the Greek word “podos” meaning foot. So, simply translated, podiatry actually means foot therapy. Your feet should be seen as the basis of good posture and the way you move. An imbalance or dysfunction in the feet can cause pain and/or result in other physical complaints. The podiatrist treats these physical complaints resulting from problems of the foot. They also treat skin and nail disorders and give preventive advice and shoe advice.

A podiatrist is a title legally recognised and protected by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport. A podiatrist is listed in the BIG Act, Article 34. A podiatrist is guaranteed to hold an HBO bachelor's degree obtained after completing a 4-year HBO course. The title of podologist, (register) podologist, podo-postural therapist or podokinesiologist is not legally recognised by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, it is called a liberal profession which means that anyone can use this title. Often, these professionals have completed a thorough education or course. However, it can also happen that someone working in a shoe shop, without much knowledge, calls himself a podiatrist. A podiatrist is reimbursed from your health insurance's supplementary package. A podiatrist often is not.

Podiatry is reimbursed from the supplementary health insurance. Look under the heading podiatry fees for your personal reimbursement. If you have any questions about reimbursements, please contact us by phone (070 406 48 81) or email to podotherapie@yvesdenhaag.nl We will then check for you what you will be reimbursed.

Yves Schoenen en Podotherapie is located on Laan Copes van Cattenburch 105 in The Hague.

Podiatry is directly accessible, so a referral is not necessary. In some cases, it is still advisable to see your GP first. Under the heading podiatry DTP find more information.

Yes indeed, we treat both adults and children at our podiatry practice.

Feel free to visit the practice. We can usually easily assess whether we need to correct little children's feet or not.

When you make an appointment, we measure your shoe size for you.

You can visit our podiatry practice. There are ways to make a Halux Valgus brake. It is also important to minimise pressure from the shoe. Make sure there are no seams and stitching at the level of the Halux (big toe).

It is only possible to have custom-made orthotics. This involves an extensive examination. In addition, it is fully or partially reimbursed by most supplementary health insurance schemes.

You can order a second pair of soles online. A first pair must be measured by our podiatrist with a 3D scan. If your previous soles are older than two years, please contact the practice.

Yes you can. You can have soles measured at the practice for use during sports. In consultation with you, we will look at the possibilities for certain types of sport. Discuss your wishes with our therapist.

Yes you can. In fact, podiatrist R.H. van Heeswijck is the only specialised diabetes podiatrist in the region. Foot treatments that can no longer go to a medical podiatrist are also placed in our practice. We cooperate with several GPs and specialists in the area.

Yes you can. We can re-cover your orthotics with leather or a plastic covering material of your choice. This can usually be done while you wait with a nice cup of coffee.