Sports Injuries

Sports injuries affecting the lower limbs are common among athletes and can range from minor sprains and strains to more severe fractures and Achilles tendon ruptures. These injuries can be caused by various factors, such as overuse, poor technique, sudden movements or an awkward fall or impact.

Common injuries include:

Ankle Sprains

Shin splints

Plantar fasciitis and heel pain

Achilles tendonitis

Stress fractures

Knee injuries

Calcaneal Apophysitis (Sever's disease)

Knee Apophysitis (Osgood Schlatter's)

Seeking medical attention from our experienced podiatrists can help properly diagnose and receive effective treatment for your injury. For running assessments in particular our podiatrist John Charles is the one to see. He is also a bit of a shoe guru so all your running shoe advice can be catered for.