About this service
Foot and leg pain
Finding the cause comes first
Pain in the feet, ankles or lower legs can come from tendons, joints, nerves, bones or the way load is shared through the foot. Common examples include heel and arch pain, Achilles pain, pain in the ball of the foot, shin pain and ankle pain after a sprain.
We start by asking how the pain began, what makes it better or worse and what you want to get back to. We then examine your feet and legs, look at how you walk or run, including Zebris gait analysis at our Shellharbour Village clinic, and check your footwear.
What treatment can involve
- A clear explanation of the likely cause
- Load management and a graded strengthening plan
- Footwear advice, and taping, padding or custom orthotics where they help
- Referral for imaging or to another health professional when needed
Many foot and leg problems improve with a plan that suits the cause. If the pain is severe, started after a fall or injury, or comes with swelling, numbness or a change in colour, book sooner rather than waiting.
