Trusted by patients across Richmond, Kensington & London
Richmond TW9 & Kensington W8
About us
A Functional Approach to Foot Health
At The Functional Podiatrist, we go beyond treating symptoms. Our HCPC-registered podiatrists take a whole-body, functional approach to foot and lower limb health — identifying the root cause of your pain and building a plan to get you back to doing what you love.
Whether you're dealing with heel pain, a sports injury, concerns about your child's feet, or simply need expert foot care, we offer a full range of specialist treatments at our clinics in Richmond and Kensington.
Conditions
Common Conditions We Treat
We treat patients across Richmond and Kensington for a wide range of foot, ankle and lower limb conditions. Click any condition to find out more:
Prevent injuries, improve performance and return to training faster with expert sports podiatry.
Office Workers & Professionals
Foot and ankle pain caused by long hours on your feet or seated at a desk.
Children & Adolescents
Expert podiatry for growing feet, young athletes and common childhood foot conditions.
Ingrown Nails & Nail Conditions
Quick, effective and pain-free treatments for ingrown toenails, fungal nails and nail surgery.
Elderly Patients & Diabetics
Safe, thorough routine foot care and fall prevention for long-term comfort and wellbeing.
Anyone with Foot or Ankle Pain
Custom treatment plans for pain relief whatever the cause — we'll find the right approach for you.
Treatments
A Full Range of Podiatry Treatments Under One Roof
From biomechanical assessments and custom orthotics to shockwave therapy, steroid injections and gait retraining — we provide advanced, evidence-based treatments tailored to your needs and goals.
Swift is a medical microwave therapy developed for treating skin lesions such as verrucae — the warts caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Swift verruca treatment at our clinic is delivered by our Senior Podiatrist, Levi Ferris.
How it works: during your appointment, a small applicator is held against the verruca and delivers very short, precisely controlled doses of microwave energy into the affected skin. The energy heats water within the tissue, targeting the verruca cells and prompting your body's own immune system to recognise and respond to the underlying virus — rather than simply burning or freezing surface tissue. Read more about how Swift works.
A typical course is 3–4 treatments, usually about four weeks apart, giving the immune response time to work between sessions. Your podiatrist will review progress with you at each visit and agree the right plan for your feet.
Private / self-pay pricing
£150 per session
£110 Swift treatment + £40 dressing fee (15 minutes).
All other clinic fees are unchanged — see the fees page.
Bupa patients
Swift verruca treatment may be covered by Bupa, subject to your individual policy and pre-authorisation. Approved appointments are billed using AA100 for the initial appointment and AA100 + AA641 for follow-up sessions.
Cover depends on your policy and the authorisation Bupa gives — authorisation does not guarantee that every session will be reimbursed. Please confirm your cover with Bupa before booking.
At a glance
Microwave therapy designed for verrucae
Delivered by Senior Podiatrist Levi Ferris
Typical course: 3–4 treatments, about four weeks apart
Bupa cover available, subject to policy & authorisation
Self-pay: £150 per session (£110 + £40 dressing fee)
What the research shows
In a peer-reviewed 2023 case series of Swift microwave treatment for verrucae, complete clearance was reported in 60% of lesions overall (51/85), and in 71% (22/31) among the subgroup who received three sessions.
A case series reports the outcomes of a group of treated patients rather than a randomised controlled trial, and results varied between individuals. Outcomes depend on the verruca, the person and the course of treatment followed — results cannot be guaranteed. Read the published study.
Aaron brings nearly a decade of clinical experience across the UK and Singapore, helping patients overcome foot, ankle, and lower limb pain through evidence-based treatment and personalised care. With a strong background in biomechanics, sports injuries, and complex foot conditions, he focuses on identifying the root cause of pain and creating treatment plans that help patients move better and stay active long term.
Aaron began his career within the NHS, progressing into senior clinical roles while mentoring junior podiatrists and managing high-volume clinics. He has experience treating everyone from runners and active individuals to patients managing chronic foot and diabetic-related conditions.
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Podiatry — First Class
Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Podiatry
Advanced training in diagnostic imaging, offloading & diabetic foot care
Known for his meticulous foot care and treatments that leave feet feeling amazing. Highly skilled with over five years of clinical experience. Patients consistently praise his thorough, calm and reassuring approach — explaining things clearly without jargon so patients feel confident from day one.
Chelsie is a Sports Podiatrist with NHS experience, a background in Sports and Exercise Medical Sciences, and previous experience as a strength and conditioning trainer. She specialises in foot, ankle and lower limb pain, helping active people return to sport and everyday activity through personalised rehabilitation.
Sports injuries and foot pain
Gait analysis and exercise rehabilitation
Semi-custom and custom orthotic therapy
Nail surgery, routine podiatry and high-risk foot care
As a runner, powerlifter and strength athlete herself, Chelsie understands the demands that training places on the body and is passionate about helping patients recover, perform better and stay pain-free.
£80
Routine foot care consultation
Available: Kensington Tuesdays 9:00am – 5:00pm
William Joyce
Consultant Podiatrist · Founder · HCPC Registered
Expert in sports podiatry, injury rehabilitation, biomechanics and movement mechanics. Extensive experience treating elite athletes, professional footballers (Manchester United & Manchester City) and Red Bull-sponsored athletes. Originally from New Zealand, William holds a postgraduate qualification in Podiatric Medicine.
Sports & Running Biomechanics
Children's Podiatry (Podopaediatrics)
Nail Surgery & Verruca Treatment
Injection Therapies & Orthotic Solutions
Strength & Conditioning Programming
£95
Routine foot care consultation
Richmond Mon–Fri · Kensington Mondays
Patient reviews
What Our Patients Say
★★★★★
"Will performed a miracle! I came with a longstanding tib post problem — I couldn't run for more than a couple of hours without my ankle swelling up. I had an entry to the 268 mile Spine Race in 6 months. Through strengthening exercises and orthotics, Will got me to the start line and more. I finished the Spine Race in just under 120 hours and in 11th place. I literally couldn't have done this without you."
James
Google Review · Sports & Running
★★★★★
"I had a great experience working with Will to treat my Achilles tendinitis. Will went beyond the immediate symptoms to assess my entire biomechanics, identifying root cause problems further up the body. His expert diagnosis and rehabilitation plan enabled me to make a return to running. I now feel a stronger and more resilient runner as a result."
Joshua
Google Review · Sports & Running
★★★★★
"I suffered a serious orthopaedic injury last year which took multiple surgeries to fix. Will was instrumental in assessing me during my first session, analysing my walking and standing patterns and providing insoles to support my recovery. I am already seeing and feeling a marked progress. Could not recommend him and his clinic highly enough."
Tim
Google Review · Injury Rehab
★★★★★
"Visited 3 other clinics prior to The Functional Podiatrist. I am so pleased to find a practice who understands my problems. I am pain free after just one session with William. Would recommend this clinic totally."
Patricia
Google Review · March 2026
★★★★★
"I have had drop foot for 7 years following spinal surgery. William discovered issues with my feet and recommended custom orthotic insoles — after wearing these for the past month I have felt great improvements. William is very knowledgeable and has recommended exercises and techniques that have really helped my pain management on my journey back to walking regularly."
Joseph
Google Review · Orthotics & Rehab
★★★★★
"I wanted to give 10 stars! Levi did an awesome job on my mum's nails. After trying many different podiatrists, mum is finally happy and pain free. She is a nervous patient — Levi was very careful, patient and treated her totally pain free. A few hours after the appointment mum was raving how much better she feels. Can't recommend highly enough!"
Patricia
Google Review · Foot Care
Insurance & fees
Pay Your Way — Self-Pay & Insurance Accepted
We welcome self-paying patients and work with most major private health insurers. Please check your policy before booking and obtain an authorisation code if required.
View our full Insurance & Fees page for a complete breakdown of all treatment prices.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat foot and ankle pain, sports injuries, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, ingrown toenails, bunions, corns, verrucas, fungal nails, children's foot problems and more. If you're unsure, book a consultation and we'll assess your needs.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No — you can self-refer and book directly online or by phone. Some health insurers may require a GP referral letter before authorising treatment, so check with your insurer first if you're claiming.
How much does an appointment cost?
Associate — £75 · Director — £95 · Biomechanical Assessment from £150. See our full fees page for a complete breakdown.
What happens at my first appointment?
We'll take a thorough history, assess your feet and lower limbs, and build a clear treatment plan tailored to you. This may include exercises, orthotics, manual therapy or specialist treatment depending on your needs.
Do you accept private health insurance?
Yes — we work with most major insurers. Bupa, Aviva and WPA are billed directly. All other insurers: you pay upfront and claim back with the receipt we provide. Please check your policy before booking.
Which clinic should I book — Richmond or Kensington?
Book whichever is most convenient. Richmond is open every day of the week, Monday to Sunday. Kensington is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Both clinics offer the same standard of care.
Ready to get back on your feet?
Book a consultation today at our Richmond or Kensington clinic and take the first step towards lasting pain relief.
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