Podiatrists and chiropodists essentially hold the same role, specializing in foot and ankle care. The term “chiropodist” is older and more common in the UK and Ireland, while “podiatrist” is used internationally, especially in the USA. The change in terminology occurred to reduce confusion with chiropractors and to more accurately describe the profession. Both professionals diagnose, treat, and prevent foot disorders, and their extensive training includes surgical and medical treatments for a variety of foot-related conditions​