The majority of lower limb sports injuries have a biomechanical component — something about how the foot contacts the ground, how forces travel up the kinetic chain, or how training load has been managed, that has placed a specific structure under more stress than it can handle.
As specialists in lower limb biomechanics, podiatrists are well placed to identify these factors and address them alongside rehabilitation. Our goal is not just to resolve your current injury, but to understand why it happened so you can train harder and more durably in the future.
Running Injuries
Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, patellofemoral pain, IT band syndrome and stress fractures — all linked to foot mechanics, gait and training load.
Tendon Injuries
Achilles, peroneal, posterior tibial and patella tendinopathies — managed with progressive loading, shockwave and biomechanical intervention.
Ankle Sprains & Instability
Acute lateral ankle sprains and chronic instability from inadequately rehabilitated previous sprains — assessed and managed with structured rehabilitation.
Stress Fractures
Metatarsal, tibial and navicular stress fractures — identified, imaged where required, and managed with a structured return-to-load programme.
Knee Pain in Athletes
Patellofemoral pain, patella tendinopathy and IT band syndrome — addressed through gait retraining, hip and foot strengthening, and load management.
Overuse Injuries
Any repetitive strain injury to the foot, ankle or lower leg — the cumulative effect of training volume exceeding the tissue's current capacity to adapt.
We understand that time off is not always an option. Our approach is to keep you as active as possible throughout recovery — modifying training, not stopping it — while the injury resolves and the underlying factors are addressed.
Every assessment starts with a thorough history: training volume, recent changes, footwear, surface, and the full pattern of your symptoms. We then carry out a biomechanical and movement assessment, including gait analysis where relevant, to build a complete picture of why the injury occurred.
Full training and injury history
Biomechanical assessment from foot to hip
Running gait analysis where indicated
Strength and movement pattern testing
Footwear and in-shoe assessment
Imaging referral where required
Treatment is built around your sport, your goals, and your timeline. We use a combination of load management, rehabilitation, manual therapy, and biomechanical intervention — and we collaborate with physiotherapists, strength coaches, and sports medicine colleagues where needed.
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Don't ignore pain — training through injury without addressing the cause accelerates tissue damage
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Modify rather than stop — cross-training maintains fitness while reducing load on the injured structure
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Address load before returning to full training — most recurrences happen when athletes return too quickly
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Invest in footwear — worn or inappropriate shoes significantly increase injury risk across all sports
If you have a lower limb injury that has persisted for more than 2 weeks, is recurring, or is limiting your ability to train — book an assessment. Early intervention typically means shorter recovery and a faster, more confident return to sport.
If you have sudden severe pain, significant swelling, or are unable to weight-bear, seek urgent assessment to rule out fracture or serious structural injury before attempting to continue training.
What sports do you treat?
We treat athletes across all sports — runners, cyclists, triathletes, football and rugby players, gym athletes, hikers, and recreational sport participants. If the injury involves the lower limb, we can help.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly online or by phone. No referral is required. We can liaise with your GP or other practitioners where needed.
Can you work alongside my physio or coach?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches, and sports medicine practitioners. We can communicate directly with your existing practitioners to ensure your management is joined up.
What is the difference between a podiatrist and a physiotherapist for sports injuries?
Physiotherapists take a broad musculoskeletal approach. Podiatrists specialise in lower limb biomechanics — specifically how the foot and gait drive injury patterns. For lower limb sports injuries, podiatric assessment often identifies contributing factors that are missed in a standard physio assessment, particularly around foot mechanics, orthotics, and running technique.
Do you accept BUPA or insurance?
We accept BUPA, Aviva and WPA with direct billing. All other insurers can be claimed back. See our
fees and insurance page for full details.
Ready to book your sports injury assessment?
We'll get to the root cause, keep you as active as possible, and build a plan to return you to full performance.
