Have you suffered a sports injury and need help to get back on your feet?
Our experienced Sports Podiatrists love keeping athletes, of all ages and abilities, active, healthy and happy! Like you, most people we see in our clinics love keeping active – exercising and playing sport!
Injury is a part of sport and exercise that can keep you away from the activities you enjoy. As Podiatrists we work as part of the health care team, helping to assess, diagnose & manage sporting injuries.
Some of the common injuries we see in our clinics are: Achilles tendon pathologies, “Shin splints”, Heel pain, Plantar fasciosis / fasciitis, Stress fractures, Knee pathologies, Sesamoid pathologies, Ankle injuries, Tendon pathologies, Sever’s heel pain, Bunions / Hallux Valgus Lower back pain, Arch pain & ITB Friction Syndrome
What to expect in your consult?
Your initial new episode consultation will involve a comprehensive assessment where we ascertain your relevant history and medical history, followed by a physical examination to determine the diagnosis and cause of your problem.
This will be discussed with you where we form a treatment plan for your needs. The treatment may vary but will often include a combination of “hands on therapies”, taping, advice, exercise therapies, dry needling as well as other options.
Conditions we help with:
FAQ's
Your podiatry appointment with consist of:
Listening – We listen to understand you, what activities you enjoy, how you problem presented and how it affects you.
Accurate diagnosis – We may need to refer you for diagnostic imaging such as MRI, X-Ray, ultrasound or pathology.
Assessing & addressing the causative factors – We settle your pain & address the reason why it presented.
This allows us to develop a personalised management plan, where we can determine your goals diagnosis, timeframe & management.
We are here to help guide you along the way!
Footwear – Runners, work, casual, everyday shoes. They all help us, help you.
Orthotic devices – If have or have previously worn orthosis please bring them to the appointment.
Previous Results – If you have had imaging/results, please bring them with youl.
Referral – A referral is not required to see a podiatrist. Though if you have one, please bring it along.
Clothing – We will be getting you do some walking/running as part of your assessment. Dress appropriately if possible.
Medicare card, Insurance card – Where applicable, we can process your rebates at the clinic.
For private podiatry clients. no referral is required so you can book in straight away. If you have a workcover injury, DVA, Medicare EPC or 3rd party insurance claim then a referral is required.
We have HICAPS facilities at all our clinic locations, this allows
We understand that life gets hectic and doesn’t always go to plan! Our therapists are in demand though so if you are unable to make your appointment then someone else misses out too. Should you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please inform us at least 6
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