MSK Foot Pain Appointments at Feet First
An MSK (musculoskeletal) foot pain appointment focuses on diagnosing and managing pain arising from bones, joints, tendons, ligaments and soft tissues of the foot and ankle.
This appointment is designed for people experiencing pain, stiffness or discomfort and does not involve a full gait or movement analysis. Instead, the focus is on targeted clinical assessment to identify the source of pain and guide appropriate treatment.
What This Appointment Is For
An MSK foot pain appointment is suitable if you have:
- Foot or ankle pain
- Heel pain
- Tendon pain or irritation
- Ligament strain or instability
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Pain following injury or overuse
- Pain that worsens with walking or standing
- Ongoing pain that has not settled
This appointment is appropriate for both recent injuries and longer-standing problems.
What We Assess
Your appointment focuses on identifying the cause of pain through:
- Detailed discussion of symptoms and history
- Assessment of pain location and behaviour
- Joint movement testing
- Tendon and ligament assessment
- Palpation of bones and soft tissues
- Couch-based tests to assess movement and strength
- Standing assessments to observe posture and load
- Footwear review where relevant
Assessments are targeted and relevant to your symptoms.
What This Appointment Does Not Include
This appointment does not include a full gait or running analysis.
If a more detailed movement assessment is required, this will be discussed and a separate biomechanical and gait analysis appointment can be arranged.
Common Conditions We See
MSK foot pain appointments commonly assess conditions such as:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Tibialis posterior tendon pain
- Peroneal tendon pain
- Joint arthritis or irritation
- Ligament sprains
- Stress-related bone pain
- Forefoot pain
- Heel and midfoot pain
What Happens After Assessment
Following your assessment, you will receive:
- A clear explanation of the likely cause of your pain
- Advice on activity modification if required
- A management plan tailored to you
- Treatment on the day where appropriate
- Recommendations for exercises, footwear or support
- Guidance on whether further investigations or treatments are needed
Treatment is always evidence-based and proportionate.
Possible Treatment Options
Depending on findings, treatment may include:
- Advice and reassurance
- Load and activity management
- Exercises or rehabilitation guidance
- Footwear advice
- Orthoses or insoles if appropriate
- Shockwave therapy
- Injection therapy assessment where indicated
- Referral for imaging if required
Not all treatments are needed for every patient.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as gait analysis?
No. This appointment focuses on pain assessment and does not include full gait or running analysis.
Will I get treatment at the same appointment?
Often yes, depending on the findings and suitability.
Do I need imaging before attending?
No. Imaging is only recommended if clinically indicated.
Can this help long-standing pain?
Yes. Both recent and chronic pain can be assessed.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly.