Competing, training and even coaching sport puts immense pressure on your feet which can lead to a number of injuries. Luckily, the lower limb professionals at Forster Podiatry are here to help. At our clinic, we’ve been offering specialist treatments for a variety of foot, ankle and lower limb injuries for nearly 20 years.
Whether you’re suffering from a sprained ankle, shin splints, a knee injury or an old injury that's now arthritic —we offer treatment options that can help relieve joint and muscle pain including soft tissue massages, dry needling/trigger point therapy and Orthoses for support and realignment. Contact our friendly team today on (02) 6555 5808 to book an appointment. Initial consultations take 45 minutes to an hour.
At Forster Podiatry, we provide treatments with the goal of reducing the pains associated with sporting foot injuries. Our therapies include:
Get in touch with us today to learn more about our treatment options.
Podiatrists are able to treat a number of different sports injuries, including ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis and stress fractures. In addition, podiatrists can provide guidance on proper footwear and stretching exercises to help prevent future injuries.
No, dry needling and acupuncture are not the same. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of conditions. Dry needling is a relatively new treatment modality that is based on Western medical principles. While both treatments involve the use of needles, they are used for different purposes and have different effects on the body.
Dry needling is a treatment that involves inserting a thin needle into the skin and muscles to relieve pain. The needles are usually inserted into trigger points, which are areas of muscle tension that can cause pain in other parts of the body. Dry needling is thought to help relieve muscle pain by reducing muscle tension and triggering the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals in the body.
Some benefits of soft tissue massages include reducing muscle tension, improving range of motion and promoting relaxation. Massage therapy can also help to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, and boost immunity. Soft tissue massages are often recommended for people who are recovering from injuries or surgery, as well as those who suffer from chronic pain.
After scheduling an appointment with a member of our team, we’ll conduct an initial consultation and thoroughly examine the extent of your injuries. We’ll then present you with your diagnosis and offer you a tailored treatment plan to assist you with managing pain while you recover. We’ll also offer advice to help prevent future injuries from occurring.