Foot and ankle pain can interfere with walking, running and enjoying your favourite activities. At Solidus Health & Sports, we understand how important strong and pain free movement is to your lifestyle.
Our experienced Melbourne foot and ankle physiotherapists, located in Clayton and Noble Park, provide detailed assessment, evidence based treatment and tailored rehabilitation plans to support your recovery. Whether you are managing a new sprain, a long term overuse injury or ongoing discomfort, we focus on restoring mobility, improving strength and reducing the risk of future injury so you can move with confidence.
Ligament injuries caused by twisting or rolling the ankle, leading to pain, swelling and instability.
Heel and arch pain due to inflammation of the plantar fascia, often seen in runners and people who spend long hours on their feet.
Small cracks in the bones of the foot or ankle caused by repetitive stress or high impact activities.
Ongoing weakness or recurrent sprains around the ankle joint that reduce balance and mobility.
Repetitive strain from sport, work or daily activity that affects the function of the foot and ankle.
Your ankles and feet are constantly in use, so it is essential to seek treatment for an injury as soon as possible. Injuries usually happen due to sudden trauma, such as a fall or sports injury. However, they can also develop over time due to repetitive use or poor biomechanics.
At Solidus, we take a holistic approach to foot and ankle injuries. After assessing your injury, our foot and ankle physios in Melbourne then develop a treatment plan tailored for your injury and lifestyle. Our treatments may include manual therapy, ice therapy, compression, and specific exercises to increase strength, stability, and range of motion.
Our therapists are all licensed health care professionals who can diagnose what your body is telling you and provide treatment to help reduce pain, correct posture, decrease tension, and improve the way you move.
Your feet and ankles are made from a series of small, interconnected bones supported by ligaments and muscles. These structures are essential for movement and stability and can be injured through trauma or overuse. As a result, common injuries we treat include ankle sprains and fractures, foot bone fractures, Plantar Fasciitis, and Achilles Tendonitis.
Our foot and ankle physiotherapists in Melbourne will perform a detailed examination of your ankle and foot, including movement analysis and other manual tests. We will also ask what activity you were doing when the injury occurred and any additional pertinent information.
At Solidus, we believe that early intervention is key to a successful treatment outcome. Rehab plans typically involve massage, stretching, and joint mobilisation exercises to restore function, reduce pain and improve mobility. We’ll also prescribe an exercise program to strengthen the muscles and ligaments around your ankle and foot.
In addition to manual therapy, compression and ice therapy may also help reduce inflammation and pain. By assessing the root of the problem, we can focus on the bigger picture and apply several evidence-based techniques to accelerate your recovery.
While relieving pain and restoring function is paramount, we also make you more resilient to future injury. Our Melbourne foot and ankle physios will educate you on how to move and exercise safely, so you can continue to do the things you love, injury-free.
We’ll also provide exercises that supplement your current training regime to help improve overall stability and movement patterns. As a result, your supporting muscles will be stronger, enhancing your stability, balance and helping you become an overall better athlete.
Our clinics are located in Clayton and Noble Park. If you’re ready to elevate your body, click on the location that’s closest to you, and we’ll see you in our clinic soon.
Every person who steps through the door is unique. Our expert team aims to identify the root cause of your problem and offer a treatment plan that will help you get back to doing the activities you enjoy.
Physiotherapy is a tried and tested treatment that helps rehabilitate ankle pain. In fact, ankle pain is one of the most common injuries that we see in our clinic. Our foot and ankle physiotherapists help relieve chronic and acute pain through manual therapy, ice therapy, compression, and prescribed exercises.
If you’re worried you may have a torn ligament in your ankle, it is important to seek medical attention. Some common symptoms of a torn ligament include a sudden shooting pain and swelling and bruising around the ankle. If the injury is on the lower part of the ankle, the bruising may extend to your foot and toes.
While active recovery and incorporating certain exercises can aid you in recovering, your foot or ankle will still need adequate time to rest and heal. Depending on your injury’s severity, you may need anywhere from a few days to a few weeks off from your sport.
By accelerating the healing process, a physio can help to reduce swelling around the ankle. Manual therapy, ice therapy, and compression are all used to help reduce inflammation and pain. Rest assured, our physios in Melbourne are highly experienced in helping to subside swelling and get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
Once we’ve determined your underlying problem, we’ll provide a comprehensive treatment plan to kick-start your recovery. Treatments involve advice on new footwear and changing activities, manual therapy, ice treatment, compression, and strengthening exercises. Our foot and ankle physios have a wealth of experience in treating foot and ankle pain, practising only evidence-based techniques that work.
Our treatment plan will generally last 6 to 8 weeks if you’ve suffered from a broken ankle. However, this timeline may vary depending on your rate of progression and injury severity. In any case, our physios will work closely with you and make the necessary adjustments to ensure a safe and speedy recovery.
At Solidus, we pride ourselves on providing the highest standard of foot and ankle physiotherapy. Our team of experienced physiotherapists specialises in helping people return to their sport or daily activities, offering a range of services to facilitate your recovery. Services we typically recommend include dry needling, myotherapy and physiotherapy.
If you’re suffering from ankle or foot pain, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We’ll help you get back on track!
Get in touch with us through email, phone or booking online. Or come in and ask our friendly team if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!
