Podiatry

If you are experiencing foot pain, please bring along your most commonly worn shoes.

If you participate in sports, please bring along your exercise footwear too.

If you have previously been prescribed orthotics please bring them along with you for your consultation.

Your initial appointment will involve an in-dept foot health assessment, a full review of your medical history, and depending on the diagnosis, initial treatment may be carried out. If further treatment is required, we will discuss this with you during this appointment and create a bespoke treatment plan for you to consider.

Yes we can. After our podiatrist has carried out their initial foot health assessment, they will discuss with you the treatment plan they would recommend, explaining the processes and cost to you. Once agreed, they can begin the agreed treatment there and then. Any further necessary treatment will be advised and you can make further bookings.

We have dedicated clinical times for podiatry appointments throughout the working week, however, home appointments are possible. It is best to send us an email outlining your requirements including availability and your address and we can try to facilitate. Pricing may vary depending on your requirements.

In short, no. There’s not really a difference between a podiatrist and chiropodist, but podiatrist is the modern name for a specialist foot practitioner and their service of lower limb, foot and ankle medical care. Every podiatry-based practitioner varies in experience, treatment specialisation and whether they can dispense medication etc. Our podiatrist has a breadth of experience in many lower-limb related disorders and is able to dispense any necessary medicine. Some patients may still use the technically outdated terms “chiropodist” and “chiropody” but simply put, there is nothing a chiropodist can do that a podiatrist can’t and if you’re seeking out a chiropodist then you’ll get the treatment you are requiring from our podiatrist.

All new patients require an initial consultation, which is a 45 minutes appointment. Any follow-up appointments that are required afterwards tend to be 30 minutes unless otherwise specified in your bespoke treatment plan.

How often you see your podiatrist will usually depend on your particular foot condition and the treatment plan. This can vary quite a lot between different patients. However, generally speaking it is recommended that everyone with good foot health should see a podiatrist once a year for a routine check-up. You can ask your podiatrist during your appointment how often they recommend for you.

Everyone should see a podiatrist. Whether your feet are perfectly healthy or you have a particular concern, everyone can benefit from routine check-ups and treatments. Those who have any lower limb, feet, nail or skin problems or injuries should definitely book a consultation sooner rather than later: as with other health concerns, early diagnosis can lead to less serious issues. Even those who think they are perfectly healthy should see a podiatrist annually as they may be unaware of certain health issues that a podiatrist can spot.

Yes. If you have diabetes, looking after your feet is particularly important.

People with diabetes often have higher levels of blood glucose, which affects your circulation and nervous system and can lead to insensitivity, which means you lose the ability to feel pain and distinguish hot or cold. So you may not notice if you have a minor cut, sore or wound. In addition, poor circulation makes it difficult for your body to heal, so a minor problem left unchecked could lead to serious complications including foot ulcers, foot infections, and even amputation. Make sure to tell us during your appointment if you are diabetic so we can factor this into your treatment plan.

No, you can book directly with us for an appointment. However, it is important to point out we do accept referrals as well if you would like to book a doctor’s appointment. We are a multidisciplinary clinic and therefore can liaise with doctors, osteopaths, or whomever is necessary to provide you with comprehensive treatment.

Yes. You can use our service and pay us directly for your appointment and reclaim your spends directly from your health insurance company. If you plan to do this, please ensure our service meets your health insurance requirements prior to booking.

You may need more than one appointment if your problem requires further treatment. How many appointments you require will vary person-to-person and will depend on the treatment
plan you agree with the podiatrist. We will always talk you through your options and you agree to what you feel comfortable with. There is no pressure to commit to more than one appointment but it may be required for full recovery.

Yes. Our podiatrist treats children and young adults for a range of conditions. However, there are a few conditions prevalent in children that they do not treat, such as DDH. In this case, our podiatrist would be able to provide a diagnosis and referral.