Podiatric Sports Medicine

This is the application of Podiatric Medical Principles to the Sportsperson and the sporting environment. Knowledge of Sports Science is important in treating the Sportsperson effectively.

Podiatric Sports Medicine specialises in preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to participating in sports and/or exercise. As people are exercising more and participating in sport we are seeing over use injuries such as: Achilles Tendonitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Shin Splints, and Runners Knee.

Correct sports shoes are vital when playing a sport, much of the injuries can be prevented by wearing correct trainers for your feet and sport.

If problems persist or for advice we would recommend making an appointment as a problem is easy to iron out before it develops into something bigger.