Foot problems and lower-limb pain
Start with what feels familiar.
Consider having it assessed if it is worsening, keeps returning, affects how you walk or stops you doing your usual activities. Sudden severe pain, spreading redness or a new wound may need urgent medical care. A foot that suddenly becomes cold, pale or blue is an emergency: call 000. See when to seek urgent help.
Pain and movement
Broader pages, if none of the above fits.
Heel pain & plantar fasciitis
First-step pain, or pain that builds with standing.
Arch, forefoot & bunion pain
Arch, flat-foot or bunion concerns.
High arches & pressure areas
Pressure, callus or rolling ankles.
Ankle, shin & Achilles pain
Choose between ankle, shin and Achilles.
Sports & running injuries
Pain after a training change or a recurring injury.
Children’s feet & walking
Walking, foot shape or activity pain.
Orthotics not helping
Still sore, or unsure they still suit you.
Nails, skin and ongoing foot health
Routine care, and changes that need earlier attention.
Ingrown, thickened & discoloured toenails
Sore edges, thick or changing nails.
Corns, calluses & skin concerns
Corns, callus, warts or cracked heels.
Diabetes foot health & circulation
Routine checks. A new wound or sudden change needs urgent same-day medical care.
Detailed symptom and decision guides
Use these focused guides when you already recognise a specific symptom or concern.
Show 10 specific symptom guides
Ball-of-foot pain
Pressure, aching or a bruised feeling under the forefoot.
Morton’s neuroma symptoms
Burning, tingling, numbness or a pebble-like feeling between the toes.
Bunion pain and footwear
Pressure at the big-toe joint and difficulty finding comfortable shoes.
Ankle sprain not settling
Persistent swelling, pain, giving way or difficulty returning to activity.
Achilles pain
Morning stiffness or pain with walking, hills, running and jumping.
Shin pain
An ache along the inner shin that builds with running or jumping, or after a change in training.
Plantar warts
A rough, painful spot on the sole, sometimes with tiny dark dots, that can look like a corn.
Fungal or thickened nails
Nails that have turned yellow, white or brown, or become thick, crumbly or lifted.
Cracked heels
Dry, hard skin around the heel with cracks that sting or bleed when you stand.
Diabetic foot checks
Numbness or tingling, callus or nail pressure that is hard to manage, or a routine diabetes foot review that is due.
Not sure which concern fits? You do not need to know the diagnosis or choose a treatment before booking. We can assess what is bothering you and help identify an appropriate next step.
Book an assessment if you’re unsureOther concerns and existing diagnoses
Knee or hip pain: A foot, walking and movement assessment can consider whether your feet, footwear or movement may be contributing, and whether another type of assessment may be appropriate.
Balance or steadiness concerns: Read how foot pain, numbness and footwear can affect balance and falls, and advise your GP of any fall.
Possible stress injury: Read about sports and running injuries and bring any advice, imaging or reports you already have.
Already have a diagnosis or report? Bring relevant information to your appointment. You can also read about arthritis and foot joints. With osteoporosis, new foot pain after a minor injury, or difficulty bearing weight, needs prompt medical assessment.
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