Alongside our specialist Sport and MSK services, MH Sports Podiatry offers routine podiatry care tailored specifically to the needs of active individuals and athletes. Regular foot care plays a vital role in comfort, performance and injury prevention, particularly for those who place high repetitive loads through their feet during training, competition or prolonged activity.
Healthy feet are fundamental to efficient movement and load tolerance. Issues such as thickened callus, painful corns, nail problems or recurrent blisters can subtly alter gait, reduce force production & increase injury risk over time. For athletes and active individuals, these seemingly minor problems can have a disproportionate impact on performance.
We provide expert management of nail care, callus and corns and blister prevention and treatment, ensuring minor issues do not escalate into painful or performance-limiting problems. For runners and athletes, skin and nail conditions can alter gait, affect footwear comfort and increase injury risk if left unmanaged. Our approach focuses on maintaining healthy, resilient feet that tolerate training demands effectively.
Routine podiatry appointments can be accessed as a standalone service or integrated into a wider performance or injury-management plan. Where appropriate, we also provide advice on footwear fit, sock selection and training modifications to help reduce recurrence and support long-term foot health for sport and active lifestyles.
Routine Podiatry can help
- Runners and endurance athletes
- Team sport athletes (football, rugby, hockey, netball, etc.)
- Gym users, HYROX and CrossFit athletes
- Active individuals who spend long hours on their feet
- Anyone experiencing recurring nail, skin or blister issues during activity
- Athletes looking to prevent small problems becoming injuries
Benefits of Routine Podiatry
Runners and Endurance Athletes
Runners and Endurance Athletes
Runners and Endurance Athletes
Runners and endurance athletes place repetitive load through their feet, often leading to nail issues, callus build-up and blisters that can quickly affect comfort and performance. Routine podiatry helps manage these problems early, reducing pain, preventing infection and ensuring footwear remains comfortable during training and competition. Regular foot care supports consistent training and helps avoid small issues becoming performance-limiting injuries.
Active Individuals
Runners and Endurance Athletes
Runners and Endurance Athletes
Individuals who are regularly active, including gym users, fitness class participants and recreational sports players often experience pressure-related foot issues due to footwear, surface changes or increased activity levels. Routine podiatry helps maintain healthy skin and nails, improving comfort during exercise and day-to-day activity. This supports continued participation in fitness without unnecessary discomfort or disruption.
Team and Court Athletes
Individuals Managing ongoing Footcare Needs
Individuals Managing ongoing Footcare Needs
Athletes involved in football, rugby, netball, tennis, padel and similar sports are prone to friction-related blisters, nail trauma and areas of high pressure due to rapid direction changes and stud or court footwear. Routine podiatry care helps manage these sport-specific stresses, reducing the risk of skin breakdown and pain that can affect training availability and match performance.
Individuals Managing ongoing Footcare Needs
Individuals Managing ongoing Footcare Needs
Individuals Managing ongoing Footcare Needs
Some people are more prone to recurring nail or skin issues due to foot shape, footwear demands or activity levels. Regular routine podiatry provides ongoing management to keep feet comfortable, healthy and resilient over time. When integrated with wider MSK or performance services, it also supports better movement, footwear tolerance and long-term foot health.
FAQs
Do I need to be an athlete?
No. We help anyone who wants to recover from injury, move without pain and perform better in daily life or sport.
Do you assess suitability for running shoes? Yes, 3D gait analysis explores shoe categories including cushioned vs stability, carbon-plated racing models, minimalist footwear, providing objective data needed to make the right choices.
How long until I recover from pain or improve performance? Pain often improves within weeks when load drivers are addressed. Performance changes depend on your starting point and adherence. We will outline milestones and re-test dates.
Can I bring previous scans or reports?
Absolutely. They help us integrate your history and focus testing where it matters.
What is your cancellation policy? We require a minimum of 24 hours' notice for cancellation or rescheduling. Missed appointments or cancellations received with less than 24 hours' notice will incur the full consultation fee.
What should I bring? For any assessment, please bring your primary sports footwear, any relevant custom orthoses and shorts/clothing that allow clear viewing of your lower limb.
