Podiatry / Chiropody

The foot is a complex structure comprising 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments & 19 muscles. Pain free function is dependent on how efficiently these bones, joints, ligaments & muscles move in relation to each other.

Poor foot function can cause painful foot conditions & have influence on other parts of the body such as ankles, knees, hips & back. The foot plays a crucial part in the process of walking. Poor foot function can cause painful foot conditions & have an influence on other parts of the body such as ankles, knees, hips & back. The effects can be pain, instability, restricted movement or in some cases, just fatigue.