SPORTS INJURIES
Foot, ankle or lower-limb pain interrupting your active lifestyle?
Whether training for a race, playing weekend sports, or starting a new fitness routine, lower-limb sports injuries can disrupt your progress. Our MSK podiatrists assess the root cause and get you back moving safely
COMMON SYMPTOMS
Does any of this sound familiar?
Sports-related foot and ankle problems often present during or following exercise:
- Sharp, acute pain following an ankle roll, sprain, or sudden pivot
- Ache that appears halfway through a run and worsens as mileage increases
- Persistent stiffness or swelling in the foot or ankle the morning after activity
- Pain that improves with rest but flares up immediately upon resuming sport
- Loss of explosive power, balance, or confidence during lateral movements
- Unusual fatigue in the lower legs or feet during everyday workouts
We understand that stopping sport entirely is rarely the answer.
Our goal is structured load management that keeps you moving while tissues recover.
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POSSIBLE CAUSES
What causes sports foot and ankle injuries?
Sports injuries are generally classified into acute trauma and repetitive overuse:
Training load errors
Sudden spikes in volume, intensity, cadence, or introduction of hill intervals.
Foot mechanics & alignment
How your foot contacts the ground alters where impact forces travel up the kinetic chain.
Footwear mismatch or wear
Running in shoes that don't match your strike pattern or have exceeded their cushioning lifespan.
Muscle strength & mobility deficits
Weakness in foot intrinsics, calf tightness, or reduced ankle dorsiflexion.
WHEN TO SEEK ASSESSMENT
When should you consider getting a sports injury checked?
Consider arranging an assessment if:
- Pain is forcing you to alter your gait or cut workouts short
- You have swelling, bruising, or inability to bear full weight after a sprain
- The injury has lasted more than two weeks despite resting
- You are training for an upcoming event and need a safe recovery plan
- You want a comprehensive biomechanical and running gait assessment
YOUR APPOINTMENT
What happens when you come to see us?
We provide in-depth MSK assessment tailored to your specific sport and movement patterns
We listen
We review your training log, upcoming goals, current shoes, and injury history.
We assess MSK
Your podiatrist checks joint range of motion, ligament stability, and muscle strength.
We analyse gait
We evaluate your walking or running mechanics to identify overload points.
We plan return-to-sport
You receive a structured recovery roadmap with progressive exercise guidance.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
Treatment depends on what we find
Treatment aims to accelerate tissue repair and optimize running and movement mechanics:
Not every treatment is appropriate for every patient. Your podiatrist will discuss suitable options after assessment.
- Biomechanical & video gait analysis
- Sports podiatry / MSK assessment
- Prescription custom sports orthotics
- Shockwave therapy for chronic tendon problems
- Running shoe prescription & transition advice
- Progressive load management & return-to-play protocols
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OUR CLINICIANS
You'll be seen by our podiatry team
Our clinicians assess a wide range of foot, ankle and lower-limb problems and will explain your options clearly.
Matthew Francis
Clinical Director / Managing Podiatrist
Megan Kelly
General & High Risk Foot Podiatrist
Yaw Nimoh
MSK, Sports & Advanced Practice Podiatrist
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