Biomechanical/Musculoskeletal Assessment

About the Appointment

Examination of the lower limb to assess the function of the foot and ankle to determine muscular and skeletal imbalances and injuries. Treadmill available. Frequently asked questions about Sports Podiatry Question: What is a Biomechanical assessment?         Answer: During a Biomechanical assessment the Podiatrist will try and find out the cause of your pain. Often the pain will be in the foot or ankle but sometimes the pain can be in the leg. Question: What should I expect from a Biomechanical assessment? Answer: During your assessment the Podiatrist will ask detailed questions about your problem and how it affects you. A full medical history will be taken. Please take a list of any medication you take to the appointment. The Podiatrist will then perform a full visual examination. The Podiatrist will need to examine your feet and legs. To aid this a pair of short or loose-fitting trousers are ideal. Question: What is a Sports/ Musculoskeletal (MSK) Podiatrist? Answer: A Sports/ MSK Podiatrist is a specialist of the foot and ankle. MSK Podiatry is the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of biomechanical conditions. Such condition may lead to acute or overuse injuries. MSK Podiatrists can identify the cause and origin of lower limb dysfunction. Conditions that can affect walking, running or even just standing. Question: What type of conditions do Sports/ MSK Podiatrists treat? Answer: Conditions such as plantar fasciitis (heel pain), Achilles Tendinopathy, metatarsalgia, Morton’s Neuroma, tibialis posterior dysfunction, bunion pain, shin splints, foot arthritis are a few of the examples commonly seen. Question: What treatment do you offer? Answer: Treatment can include footwear advice, exercise programs and foot orthoses.