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 ‘Resting’ injuries is a little outdated.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.
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After years of battling with huge NHS orthotics which meant I could only wear certain types of huge boots and struggling to get appointments when needed and living with a lot of knee pain, going to Northernhay Clinic was a revelation. They gave me slim small custom orthotics that fit into practically any shoe and total prevention of knee pain. They have lasted 5 years before they needed renewing, compared to the 9 months I had on the NHS. Their customer service is fantastic. For anyone like me struggling with orthotics I thoroughly recommend them. I’ll see you again in another 5 years 😁
Back again for a review 4 years later. Their service is exceptional, so friendly and professional. I've been totally pain free with their orthotics and so easy to get another pair made up as my old ones are getting worn again. They fit perfectly. I'll be a customer for years to come. Thank you Jack
The service here is incredible, after years of pain with bunions and flat feet Jack provided a fantastic service, very in depth and professional. It’s been 6 weeks since I received my custom orthotics and I am already 95% pain free. It’s changed my life and I am so appreciative. I couldn’t recommend the clinic more.
Jack and the team at Northernhay Clinc were fab in explaining issues in a clear and professional manner. Treatment was prompt and effective together with suggesting other footwear improvements based upon their expertise. Post appointment follow-up consultations were also very beneficial. I would highly recommend.
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.
