Introducing new nail technology at FALL
We offer two non-surgical nail options: Onyfix, a nail brace that can help ingrown or curved toenails, and Keryflex, a cosmetic nail restoration for damaged nails.
Diagnostic Ultrasound at FALL
We use a handheld ultrasound in the consulting room to look at tendons, the plantar fascia and other soft tissues while you're with us. It's painless and uses no radiation.
Telehealth (online consultations)
A telehealth appointment lets you talk with our podiatrists by video from home. It suits advice, exercise programs and reviews, but some problems need an in-person visit.
Our approach to our patients
At Foot Ankle Lower Limb, every patient gets a clear management plan: what's wrong, what we'll do, who's involved and what you can do. We start simple and use treatments backed by evidence.
Ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs)
An ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) is a brace that supports the ankle and foot. AFOs can help people with foot drop, weak muscles or a collapsing arch walk more safely and comfortably.
What does a podiatrist do?
Podiatrists are university-trained health professionals who diagnose and treat problems of the feet, ankles and lower legs, from ingrown toenails and heel pain to diabetes foot care.
What to do if you've suffered a sporting injury
Protect the injury for the first few days, then start moving it gently and build up with exercise. See a doctor urgently if you can't bear weight or the limb looks misshapen.
Why isn't my injury getting better?
An injury that won't heal often has a cause that hasn't been dealt with, such as the wrong diagnosis, too much or too little activity, poor sleep, diet or alcohol.
Joint mobilisation
Joint mobilisation uses small, gentle, hands-on movements to loosen stiff foot and ankle joints and ease pain. It works best as part of a plan that includes exercise.
Laser therapy: what it does and does it work?
Low-level laser therapy can ease heel and tendon pain for a while, but it isn't a cure. It works best as an add-on to exercise, not a replacement for it.
Low-level laser therapy for Achilles tendon pain
Exercise that gradually loads the tendon is the main treatment for Achilles pain. Low-level laser may ease pain a little when added to exercise, but results are mixed.
Ultrasound therapy
Therapeutic ultrasound sends sound waves into soft tissue to try to ease pain and help healing. It's safe, but for most foot and ankle problems it doesn't seem to help much.