Podiatry

Podiatrists are degree trained healthcare professionals whose expertise lies in the area of lower limb and foot. Here at Physio.co.uk our podiatrists are based in Central Manchester, Sale and Liverpool. Podiatrists treat all manner of lower limb and foot complaints and focus on the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation through a number of different therapies.

Podiatric treatments can be split into two main categories, biomechanical podiatry and general podiatry. Biomechanical assessments involve looking at the structure and function of the body; including the back, shoulders, pelvis, legs and feet. It can also be referred to as musculoskeletal podiatry, focusing on muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones/joints, examining them individually and in relation to each other with regards to the presenting condition. During a biomechanical assessment it is routine for the podiatrist to look at the patient as a whole seated, lying down, standing, and through movement; walking/running.