Podiatry in Stratford, East London, East Village
Professional Podiatry Services in Stratford
Currently we have no podiatry service at Fix however we have lower limb physiotherapy specialists that may be able to assist you.
Lower Limb, Foot and Ankle Physiotherapy
Theano is a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist with a particular interest in lower-limb, foot and ankle injuries. Alongside her clinical practice, she has extensive experience working in professional and pre-professional dance, including her role as Lead Physiotherapist at English National Ballet School. This has developed particular expertise in assessing and rehabilitating complex foot and ankle conditions in individuals exposed to high physical and performance demands.
Her approach combines detailed assessment, progressive exercise rehabilitation and movement analysis to address not only the painful area, but also the strength, mobility and biomechanical factors that may contribute to the problem. She works with athletes, dancers and the general population, supporting patients from initial injury through to return to everyday activity and sports.
Conditions commonly treated include:
- Achilles tendinopathy and other tendon-related conditions
- Plantar heel pain / plantar fasciopathy
- Ankle sprains and persistent ankle instability
- Foot and ankle pain following injury
- Calf and lower-leg muscle injuries
- Peroneal and posterior tibial tendon problems
- Anterior and posterior ankle impingement
- Rehabilitation following foot or ankle fractures
- Rehabilitation following foot and ankle surgery
- Metatarsalgia, Morton's neuroma and forefoot pain
- Bunions (hallux valgus) and big toe pain
- Shin pain and medial tibial stress syndrome
- Lower-limb overuse injuries
- Return-to-sport rehabilitation
When podiatry may be more appropriate
Physiotherapy can assess and rehabilitate a wide range of musculoskeletal foot and ankle conditions. However, some foot-related concerns are suited to assessment and treatment by a podiatrist, including:
- Nail and skin conditions, including ingrown toenails, verrucae, fungal infections, corns and calluses
- Nail surgery
- Diabetic foot screening and specialist diabetic foot care
- Custom-made foot orthoses and specialist footwear assessment
- Foot ulcers, wound care or vascular foot conditions
- Injections or surgical procedures
How can we help?
What can podiatry treat?
- Ingrown nail
- Nail surgery
- Verruca treatment
- Fungal infections
- Athletes foot
- Foot Pain
- Biomechanical assessment/Gait Analysis
- Walking discrepancies
- Heel Pain
- Knee Pain
- Custom made insoles
- Ultrasound remedial therapy with strapping
- Diabetic Foot Screening
Meet our Lower Limb Specialist
Theano Vikatou
Physiotherapist & Pilates
MCSP, BA dance, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine, PhDc.
Theano is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal and sports injuries, with a particular focus on spinal and lower limb conditions. She is the Lead Physiotherapist at the English National Ballet School (Graduate Artistic program) and is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of East London, in partnership with the English National Ballet, researching strategies to support dancers’ physical and mental health.
Podiatry FAQs
What is a podiatrist?
A podiatrist, also known as a chiropodist in the UK, is a medical professional who specialises in diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions affecting the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. Podiatrists are experts in foot health and play a key role in maintaining mobility, comfort, and overall well-being
What does a podiatrist do?
A podiatrist assesses the structure and function of your feet and lower limbs, identifying any issues with gait, posture, skin, nails, or underlying conditions to find the root cause of your issue. At fix, we provide tailored treatment plans for everything from routine foot care to complex biomechanical problems.
Podiatrists may:
⦁ Carry out minor surgical procedures (e.g. ingrown toenail removal)
⦁ Prescribe orthotics (custom made insoles)
⦁ Provide diabetic foot assessments
⦁ Manage chronic conditions such as plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonopathy
⦁ Treat minor sports injuries
What can podiatrists treat?
We treat a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including but not limited to:
⦁ Heel pain (plantar fasciitis)
⦁ Ingrown toenails
⦁ Fungal nail and skin infections
⦁ Bunions and hammer toes
⦁ Corns and calluses
⦁ Verrucas (warts)
⦁ Flat feet and high arches
⦁ Sports-related minor injuries
⦁ Diabetic foot complications
⦁ Foot and ankle arthritis
⦁ Postural and gait issues