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Ankle & Foor Injuries

Your feet and ankles work hard every day, and when they’re injured it can affect everything — from walking comfortably to taking part in sport or simply feeling confident on uneven ground. Whether your symptoms are the result of a sprain, plantar fasciitis, tendon irritation, or post-surgical recovery, we’ll assess the underlying cause and guide you back to strong, stable movement.

Your physiotherapist will look carefully at strength, flexibility, balance and how you walk to create a treatment plan that’s completely tailored to you. This may include hands-on therapy, strengthening and mobility exercises, balance retraining, advice on pacing activity and guidance on suitable footwear. With early and effective care, most ankle and foot injuries improve steadily — helping you return to the activities you enjoy without worrying about setbacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes ankle and foot pain?
Common causes include abnormal foot biomechanics, ligament sprains, tendon irritation such as Achilles issues, plantar fasciitis, fractures, joint stiffness and changes in activity levels. Your physiotherapist will help pinpoint what’s contributing to your pain.

Mild sprains and strains often improve within a few weeks, while more complex injuries may take longer. You’ll receive a clear recovery plan and guidance throughout your treatment.

Manual therapy, orthotic therapy, progressive strengthening, balance and stability work, movement retraining and tailored advice for footwear and activity modification.

Not always. Many issues can be diagnosed through assessment alone. If imaging or onward referral is needed, we will advise you.

Yes. Strengthening, stability training and guidance on safe return to activity can significantly reduce the risk of recurrence.