Foot and Ankle Pain

If you have foot and ankle pain (or hip and knee pain) we have two types of appointments on offer:

Video Gait Analysis 

3D Gait Analysis 

These both involve an examination of the lower limbs, looking at their structure, alignment, strengths and weaknesses. The foot is a complex structure of bones, ligaments and muscles, bearing our body weight as we walk every day.

 

Video Gait Analysis 

 

• This type of appointment is 60 minutes and you will need to wear shorts (or trousers that roll up) and bring a couple of pairs of your day to day shoes, trainers or specific sport-based footwear.
• We assess standing, walking/running, joint quality and range of motion, and use our video gait analysis for accuracy.
• We use Footscan® to take dynamic and static data to aid our clinical diagnosis and integrate with Phits 3D-printed bespoke orthotics tailored to your specific needs.
• We provide an exercise programme specific to your needs with tailored videos to guide you.  

 

 

3D Gait Analysis 

 

• This type of appointment is 90 minutes and you will need to wear shorts (or trousers that roll up) and bring a couple of pairs of your day to day shoes, trainers or specific sport-based footwear.
• We assess standing, walking/running, joint quality and range of motion, muscle strength and flexibility, and use our 3D gait analysis with infrared cameras to analyse each joint in the lower limb to pinpoint the root cause of your pain or injury. We provide a detailed report of our findings and bespoke treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals. 
• We use Footscan® to take dynamic and static data to aid our clinical diagnosis and integrate with Phits 3D-printed bespoke orthotics tailored to your specific needs.
• We provide an exercise programme specific to your needs with tailored videos to guide you.

 

What type of foot and ankle pain do you treat?

Everything! 

This includes: heel pain, ankle pain, forefoot pain, arch pain, joint pain, knee pain, Achilles problems, pain that occurs with certain activities i.e. running, tendonitis, shin splints, arthritis and much more. We also treat hip and knee pain. 

 

What is the correct footwear for me?

There is no ‘one fits all’ shoe for everyone, however if you follow these tips your feet will be comfortable and supported all day long!

1. – Make sure the shoe fits your feet correctly (width and length) with room to expand when you get warm after walking around for a while.
2. – The shoe should support your arch, have a cushioned insole, a sturdy sole for shock absorption and an adjustable fastening.
3. – Breathable uppers and linings help to reduce creating a warm, moist environment and the chance of fungal or bacterial infections developing.