Sports podiatrists commonly treat injuries such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, stress fractures and other overuse injuries affecting the feet and lower limbs. Brendan assesses each injury individually rather than treating symptoms in isolation, so the underlying cause, whether that’s training load, footwear or biomechanics, is addressed as part of your plan.

No, sports podiatry isn’t limited to elite or competitive athletes. Weekend runners, social sports players, people starting a new training program and junior athletes can all benefit from a sports podiatry assessment, particularly if they’re dealing with a recurring injury or want to reduce their injury risk.

Yes, running related injuries are one of the most common reasons people see us for sports podiatry, including shin splints, Achilles pain, stress fractures and plantar fasciitis. A biomechanical assessment can identify factors in your gait or training load that may be contributing to your injury, so your plan addresses the cause rather than just the symptom.

Yes, sports orthotics can be prescribed where your assessment shows they’d help, taking into account the specific demands and footwear of your sport. They’re generally one part of a broader plan alongside load management, footwear and, where relevant, strength or rehab work, rather than a stand-alone fix.

Recovery timeframes depend on the injury and how it’s managed, so we can’t promise a specific timeline before assessing you. What we can do is give you a realistic, individualised plan once we understand your injury, and work with you on a staged return to training so you’re not sitting out longer than necessary or returning before you’re ready.

No, you don’t need a referral to book a sports podiatry appointment at Balgowlah Podiatry. You’re welcome to book directly online, or a referral from your GP or another health professional is also fine if you have one.