To request a Podiatry appointment call us on (03) 9571 6888 or click the book now button.
At ME Physio, our podiatry team provides thorough assessment and diagnosis of foot and lower-limb conditions, with treatment plans built around getting you back to doing what you love.
Podiatry
At ME Physio, we take a thorough and personalised approach to podiatry. Our podiatrist works closely with our physiotherapy team, which means when your problem needs both disciplines, they work together on one plan. You don’t have to repeat your story or be referred somewhere else.
Our podiatry care covers everything from sports and overuse injuries to everyday foot health. Whether you’ve rolled an ankle on the netball court, your heel hurts with every step in the morning, or you’re due for a routine foot check, our team is here to help.
Because our podiatrist and physios are under one roof, we can bring both together when it counts — like when a foot problem is causing pain further up, a lower-limb injury keeps coming back, or staying steady on your feet matters as you get older. Most of the time one discipline is all you need, but when you need both, it’s all here.
What does podiatry help with?
Common conditions that our podiatrist at ME Physio treats include:
- Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendon pain
- Shin splints and lower-leg pain
- Sports and running injuries
- Ankle pain, sprains and instability
- Bunions and big toe joint pain
- Flat feet
- Morton’s neuroma and nerve pain
- Ingrown toenails
- Corns, calluses and nail care
- Diabetic foot assessments
Our podiatrist can also prescribe certain medications and administer corticosteroid injections in-clinic, which means you won’t need to be referred elsewhere for these treatments. Treatment plans are tailored to your situation and may include exercises, load management, orthotics, footwear advice or injection therapy — whatever is going to help you most.
What happens when you see our podiatrist?
On your first appointment, our podiatrist will perform a thorough assessment of your feet, ankles and lower limbs. This may involve watching how you stand, walk or run, checking your joint movement and strength, and feeling for areas of tenderness or concern.
After these tests, you’ll receive a clear diagnosis and a treatment plan. Your podiatrist will answer any questions about your condition, talk through what you can do at home, and let you know what to expect in terms of recovery. If your problem would benefit from working with our physio team as well, that conversation happens on the spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
No referral is needed to see our podiatrist. You can book straight in. If you do not have a referral from your GP or specialist, or an NDIS or care plan, bring it along and we’ll work with it.
What is the difference between a physiotherapist and podiatrist?
A podiatrist specialises in the foot, ankle and lower leg. A physiotherapist covers the whole body. At ME Physio, they work side by side and collaborate on your care when your condition meets both.
Do you make custom orthotics?
Yes. We prescribe custom orthotics when they will help. We will also let you know if you don’t need them – orthotics are one tool, and we often combine them with exercises and footwear advice for the best result.