Podiatrist Central Coast | Erina & Tuggerah

Expert Podiatry Care on the Central Coast for Active and Everyday Lifestyles

Our certified Sports podiatrist Kane provides comprehensive foot and lower limb care for athletes, active individuals, children and the general community.

From sports injuries and running assessments to general foot care, custom orthoses and diabetic foot assessments, we take a personalised approach to understanding your needs and helping you stay active, comfortable and moving well.

Our podiatry services are available at our Erina and Tuggerah clinics on the Central Coast.

Our Podiatry Services

Sports Podiatry & Injury Management

Assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of foot and lower limb injuries in athletes and active individuals.

We commonly manage:

Ankle and foot injuries
Plantar heel pain
Achilles pain and tendinopathy
Forefoot injuries
Bone stress injuries and fractures
Chronic foot and ankle conditions
Post-surgical rehabilitation

Gait & Running Assessments

Comprehensive assessment of your walking and running mechanics to identify contributing factors to injury, improve movement efficiency and assist with injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Assessments can incorporate treadmill or field-based running analysis alongside a detailed musculoskeletal assessment.

Custom Orthoses

Individually prescribed and manufactured orthoses designed around your feet, biomechanics, activity and specific goals.

Custom orthoses may assist with pain management, injury rehabilitation, biomechanical concerns and sporting performance.

Learn more about Custom Orthoses

General Podiatry & Foot Care

We provide assessment and treatment for a range of everyday foot and nail concerns, helping you maintain healthy, comfortable feet.

This includes:

Nail and foot care
Ingrown and thickened nails
Corns and calluses
Plantar warts
Fungal nails and tinea
General foot health

Learn more about General Podiatry Care

Diabetic Foot Assessments

Regular podiatry assessment is an important part of maintaining foot health for people with diabetes.

We assess foot health and risk factors and provide personalised advice and management to help prevent complications.

Bunions

Bunions can cause significant discomfort and impact your foot’s biomechanics. We offer comprehensive management strategies to reduce pain and potentially slow progression.

Arthritis

Arthritis can cause significant foot and ankle pain. We provide comprehensive management strategies designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life.

Children’s Podiatry

We assess and manage foot and lower limb concerns in children as they grow and develop.

This can include growing-related conditions such as Sever’s disease, sports injuries, gait concerns and biomechanical issues.

Footwear Assessment & Advice

The right footwear can play an important role in comfort, performance and injury management.

We provide personalised footwear advice based on your foot type, activity, biomechanics, injury history and individual requirements.

When Should You See a Podiatrist?

You may benefit from seeing a podiatrist if you have:

Foot or ankle pain
Difficulty walking or running
A sports-related injury
Ongoing or recurring lower limb pain
Nail or skin problems
Concerns about your child’s feet or lower limb development
Diabetes-related foot concerns
Questions about footwear or orthoses
An injury that is affecting your ability to exercise or participate in sport

What to Expect

Your initial appointment involves a comprehensive assessment of your individual needs. Depending on your presentation, this may include a medical and injury history, foot and lower limb examination, biomechanical assessment and gait or running analysis.

We then develop a personalised management plan, including treatment, rehabilitation and preventative strategies where appropriate.

Podiatry at Coast Sport

Our podiatrists work within a multidisciplinary sports medicine environment, allowing your foot and lower limb concerns to be considered as part of the bigger picture.

Whether you’re managing an injury, trying to improve your running, looking after your feet, or simply looking for advice, our goal is to provide practical, evidence-informed care tailored to your needs.

Podiatry appointments are available at our Erina and Tuggerah clinics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a podiatrist do?

Podiatrists are healthcare professionals specialising in the assessment, treatment and prevention of conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs. At Coast Sport, our podiatrists work with athletes, active individuals, children and the general community to help manage pain, injuries, foot health and movement-related concerns.

What can a podiatrist treat?

Podiatrists can assess and manage a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions, including sports injuries, ankle and foot pain, plantar heel pain, Achilles pain, forefoot injuries, bone stress injuries, ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, diabetic foot concerns and children’s foot and lower limb conditions.

When should I see a podiatrist?

You may benefit from seeing a podiatrist if you have persistent foot or ankle pain, difficulty walking or running, a sports-related injury, recurring lower limb problems, nail or skin concerns, diabetes-related foot concerns, or questions about footwear, orthoses or your child’s foot development.

What happens during a first podiatry appointment?

Your initial appointment typically involves a detailed history and comprehensive assessment of your feet and lower limbs. Depending on your presentation, this may include a musculoskeletal and biomechanical assessment, gait or running assessment and discussion of your footwear.

Your podiatrist will then explain the findings and develop a personalised management plan based on your goals and needs.

How long does podiatry treatment take?

Treatment time varies depending on the condition, its severity and your individual goals. Some problems may require only a few appointments, while chronic or more complex conditions may require ongoing management.

Our new patient assessments are 45 minutes, allowing time for a thorough assessment and the development of a personalised management plan.

Do podiatrists perform surgery?

Most podiatry treatment is non-surgical. Where appropriate, podiatrists can perform minor procedures, including partial or total nail avulsions for certain chronic or recurrent ingrown or problematic nails.

If a condition requires treatment outside the scope of podiatry, your podiatrist will discuss the appropriate referral options with you.

Are podiatry appointments covered by private health insurance?

Many private health insurance policies provide cover for podiatry. Your level of cover will depend on your individual policy and insurer. We recommend checking with your health fund before your appointment to confirm your level of cover.

Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?

In most cases, you can book directly with a podiatrist without a referral. If you are being referred by another healthcare professional or are accessing podiatry as part of a specific treatment plan, we can work with your referring practitioner as required.

Can a podiatrist help with running injuries?

Yes. Sports podiatrists assess and manage a wide range of running-related injuries and can look at how your feet, lower limbs and body move during running.

A running assessment may incorporate treadmill or field-based analysis, musculoskeletal assessment, footwear assessment and other relevant factors to help guide your treatment and return to running.

Can a podiatrist help me choose running shoes?

Yes. Footwear can be an important part of injury management, comfort and performance. Our podiatrists can provide personalised footwear advice based on your foot type, running style, injury history, biomechanics, activity and individual requirements.

Do I need custom orthotics?

Not everyone needs custom orthotics. Orthoses are prescribed when they are considered appropriate for your individual presentation and goals.

Our podiatrists assess your feet, lower limbs, biomechanics, activity and footwear before determining whether orthoses may be beneficial.

Can children see a podiatrist?

Yes. Children can benefit from podiatry assessment for a range of foot and lower limb concerns. This may include gait concerns, sports injuries, biomechanical issues and growing-related conditions such as Sever’s disease.

Where can I see a Coast Sport podiatrist?