Podiatry is the field of health care concerned with the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. Podiatry uses a variety of techniques to help improve foot health and reduce/prevent further injuries and disease. Podiatrists have a good understanding of the chronic health conditions that affect the feet and lower limbs, such as diabetes. Podiatrists mainly work independently in private practices, but also work in aged care residences and sports clinics, or within multi-disciplinary teams in hospitals.