SPORTS PODIATRY / MSK
Specialised assessment of lower-limb sports injuries and activity pain
Sports podiatry evaluates foot, ankle and lower-limb movement mechanics to diagnose exercise-related injuries, optimize performance, and get you back to activity safely
ABOUT THE SERVICE
What is a sports podiatry assessment?
Repetitive impact during running, tennis, football, or gym training places high forces through lower-limb tendons, joints, and ligaments.
A musculoskeletal (MSK) sports assessment evaluates joint range of motion, muscle strength, loading patterns, and athletic footwear.
We identify the tissue overload causing your symptoms and formulate an evidence-based recovery plan.
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WHEN IT MAY HELP
When should you book a sports MSK assessment?
Ideal for active individuals and athletes experiencing:
- Shin splints or exercise-induced leg pain
- Achilles tendon stiffness or tenderness
- Recurrent ankle sprains or stability issues
- Heel pain during or after running
- Forefoot or toe pain when jumping or pivoting
From casual walkers to competitive runners.
We focus on safe, effective return-to-sport management.
YOUR APPOINTMENT
What happens during your sports assessment?
We combine clinical testing with movement analysis
Injury history & training review
We review your training volume, footwear, and symptom timeline.
Targeted MSK palpation & strength tests
We test tendon loading, muscle capacity, and joint range.
Functional movement evaluation
We observe squats, single-leg hops, or treadmill movement.
Tailored rehabilitation strategy
You receive clear advice on loading, footwear, orthotics, or shockwave therapy.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What should you bring to the session?
Please wear or bring shorts and your typical athletic shoes or running trainers.
Your podiatrist will guide you through active movement tests to recreate loading conditions safely.
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NEXT STEPS
What happens after the assessment?
Your recovery plan may combine multiple therapies:
Rehab plans adapt dynamically to your athletic progress.
- Custom prescription sports orthotics
- Shockwave therapy for chronic tendinopathy
- Diagnostic ultrasound for detailed tissue imaging
- Targeted loading and footwear modifications
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OUR PODIATRY TEAM
Who provides this service?
Our clinicians assess sports and lower-limb movement injuries.
Matthew Francis
Clinical Director / Managing Podiatrist
Megan Kelly
General & High Risk Foot Podiatrist
Yaw Nimoh
MSK, Sports & Advanced Practice Podiatrist
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