Hove Foot Clinic is a leading podiatry clinic in Brighton & Hove. We offer specialist verruca treatments, musculoskeletal/ sports podiatry for foot and ankle pain and injury, gait analysis, foot orthoses, ingrown toenail surgery and chiropody for problem nails and skin. We are the only Royal College of Podiatry accredited clinic in Brighton and Hove meaning we meet the highest standards of professional, clinical and organisational excellence.
Expert podiatry in Brighton & Hove - move better, feel stronger
Whether you’re a runner, weekend hiker or simply on your feet a lot, foot pain can stop you in your tracks. At Hove Foot Clinic, we specialise in musculoskeletal and sports-related podiatry, treating movement -related issues like heel pain and tendon injuries.
We also offer a wide range of podiatric care for common foot problems including verrucas, ingrown toenails, corns and calluses. Our HCPC-registered podiatrists work with people of all ages to keep their feet healthy and pain-free.
We use gait analysis, custom orthotics, steroid injections and targeted rehabilitation to get you walking (or running) more comfortably, moving freely, and get back to doing what you love without pain.
Podiatry treatments and services available at Hove Foot Clinic
Meet your podiatrists...
Lucy Rutler BSc (Hons) Podiatry PG Dip Podiatric Sports Medicine MRCPod
Lucy is the founder and clinical director of Hove Foot Clinic and specialises in treating foot and ankle pain and injuries and lower limb pain related to repetitive stress or sub-optimal biomechanics. Lucy holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Podiatric Sports Medicine from the prestigious Queen Mary University in London, part of Barts & the London school of medicine and dentistry. She also specialises in steroid injections into the foot and ankle, biomechanics, gait analysis, custom foot orthoses and verrucas.
Lyndsay BSc (Hons) Podiatry MRCPod
Lyndsay is a skilled and compassionate podiatrist and has worked across a range of clinics in Sussex, where she is known for delivering personalised, effective care tailored to each patient's individual needs. She has a particular interest in the conservative and surgical management of chronic ingrowing toenails, offering treatments such as the Onyfix nail correction system and nail surgery. Her patient-centred approach ensures both comfort and long-term results, with clear communication throughout the treatment process. Lyndsay’s background in working with individuals with autism and learning disabilities has shaped her holistic and inclusive approach to care, ensuring a calm, respectful, and adaptable clinical environment for all.
Kate Dowse BSc (Hons) Podiatry MRCPod
Kate brings extensive NHS experience to her role at Hove Foot Clinic, where she managed complex foot conditions in patients with diabetes and peripheral arterial disease, giving her a detailed understanding of wound prevention, healing and the biomechanics of the diabetic foot. Kate also has a particular interest in nail surgery and has performed a high volume of procedures within the NHS, treating painful and persistent conditions such as chronic ingrown toenails. She is highly skilled in providing safe, minimally invasive treatment under local anaesthetic with excellent patient outcomes. She is also a verruca specialist offering the latest highly successful treatments including ground breaking Swift microwave verruca therapy.
Amy Coughtrey BSc (Hons) Podiatry MRCPod
Amy is a dedicated podiatrist who has been practising since 2020, bringing valuable experience from Australia, Tasmania, and London.
Having grown up in the local area, she is committed to delivering high-quality foot and lower-limb care to her community.
She has a strong clinical interest in biomechanics, gait analysis, and injury prevention. Amy is passionate about identifying the root causes of foot and lower-limb dysfunction and developing tailored treatment plans that help patients remain fit, active, and pain-free.
She also has extensive experience in nail surgery and the management of a wide range of musculoskeletal and dermatological conditions.
In addition to her podiatry qualifications, Amy is mat and reformer Pilates instructor, which enhances her understanding of functional movement, strength, and body mechanics. This background supports her expertise in exercise prescription and injury rehabilitation, enabling her to integrate targeted exercises and movement strategies into her treatment plans for improved patient outcomes.