Exercise Therapy is a fundamental part of managing Foot, Ankle & Lower Limb pain. Whether it is strength or mobility work, the main aim of Exercise Therapy is to increase the capacity of your painful tissues and those around them – allowing them to handle load more effectively without becoming painful.
Most of our patients will be prescribed some form of exercise in their treatment plan. Our Team will guide you through the exercise aims and how to perform them in clinic, and also use videos and instructional documents to help you stay on track with your exercise prescription.
Stretching & Mobility
Stretching can be a vital part of your treatment program. This may be to increase the range of movement around a joint or to alleviate painful symptoms associated with certain injuries.
Strength
Strength work is often vital to Lower Limb rehabilitation. Our Podiatrists will test your strength in an in-depth Biomechanical Assessment. We will then custom design and prescribe a strength program for you. This is to increase the capacity of certain tissues and allow tendons and muscles to become stronger and more resilient. We often say in clinic ‘You can’t go wrong getting strong’. Essentially, if your tissues are strong and supple they will be able to handle more load before becoming painful and you will be a little less likely to develop injuries in the future.
Movement is Medicine
The Northernhay Clinic Team use Exercise Therapy in the management of a huge range of health conditions. The benefits of movement and exercise are endless. ‘Resting’ injuries is a little outdated. Sometimes rest may be needed and can be an important part of recovery, but we like to advise modification of activities instead of pure rest to keep you moving and reaping the benefits of exercise.
I am extremely happy with the consultation I had with Jack. He was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. I was given excellent, clear advice and felt listened to throughout the consultation. I left feeling confident about the next steps and my treatment plan and would highly recommend.
Pain free!!!! After suffering from pain in the ball of each of my feet for 5+ years I finally decided to do something about it. I’m an avid hiker / trekker so walking and being active is a huge part of my life. Following an appointment and diagnosis of Morton’s neuroma I was fitted with a pair of custom orthotics and given a detailed plan of action. 2 weeks after my fitting I was in the Himalayas completing a circuit around the Annapurna range - pain free?! Thanks so much Jack and Northernhay Clinic for your excellent care and advice. As a result of your quick diagnosis and solution I was able to enjoy the trip of a lifetime without pain in my feet - a true gift!!!
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I had an excellent experience at Northernhay Clinic in Exeter. From booking the appointment through to the consultation itself, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The clinic is modern, spotless, and very calm, which immediately puts you at ease. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly without rushing. I felt genuinely listened to and well cared for throughout. If you’re looking for a reliable, high-quality private clinic in Exeter, I would absolutely recommend Northernhay Clinic for orthotics and any podiatry needs
From Chris Stewart
I was recommended to see Jack by a friend after struggling with shin pain while running for as long as I can remember. The appointment was great, he really listened and reassured me. We came up with a plan together, he recommended some different footwear and I’ve now been running pain free for about 6 weeks. Would definitely recommend! Thanks team 😊
I had excellent advice from Jack at Northernhay podiatry clinic and the customised insoles that were made for me have transformed my foot comfort while hiking the SW and other challenging terrain. I had symptoms of both plantar fasciitis and Morton’s neuroma which have virtually gone, as long as I wear the insoles at all times. Very highly recommended!
