Lower limb, foot and ankle pain treatment
Foot and ankle pain can significantly impact daily activities and your quality of life. Your foot is a complex structure over which your whole body is propelled forwards. It is also a shock absorber, cushioning anatomical structures within the foot and lower limb from huge forces placed through it with every step you take.
There are many different causes of pain in the lower limb, foot and ankle. Common causes include:
- Plantar fasciitis, ie Inflammation of the connective tissue or fascia connecting the heel bone to the toes.
- Achilles tendinopathy leading to pain at the back of the heel.
- Ankle sprains or ligament injuries due to twisting or rolling the ankle.
- Arthritis causing pain and stiffness.
- Stress injuries caused by inappropriate footwear and/or poor gait or biomechanics when running or walking.
Comprehensive assessments at Hove Foot Clinic
Your foot, ankle or lower limb will be thoroughly assessed to establish the diagnosis. Your range of motion and strength will be tested, and if relevant your foot posture and gait (your manner of walking) will also be evaluated.
Based on the findings, we develop a personalised and effective treatment plan tailored to you.
Treatment options at Hove Foot Clinic
Treatments available at Hove Foot Clinic include steroid or hyaluronic acid injections, orthoses, footwear advice, shockwave therapy, activity modification and strength and conditioning to reduce the need for surgical intervention. We specialise in 100% bespoke custom 3d printed ultra-lightweight orthotics to fit the unique contours of your foot and modify the forces acting on the joints and muscles of your lower limb.
