Foot Pain & Biomechanics Assessment
Discover the Cause of Your Pain — Not Just the Symptoms
Foot pain rarely happens by chance.
Whether you’re suffering with heel pain, aching arches, shin splints, knee pain or recurring injuries, treating the symptoms alone often provides only temporary relief.
At Next Step Podiatry, we believe lasting results begin with understanding why your pain developed.
Why Choose Next Step Podiatry?
Every assessment is carried out by experienced podiatrists with a special interest in diagnosing and treating foot and lower limb pain.
Unlike a standard podiatry appointment, this is a detailed investigation into how your feet and lower limbs function during everyday movement.
Our assessment may include:
✔ Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment
✔ Footscan® Dynamic Pressure Analysis
✔ Video Gait Analysis
✔ Biomechanical Examination
✔ Footwear Assessment
✔ Joint & Muscle Testing
✔ Personalised Rehabilitation Plan
Our aim is simple—to identify the root cause of your pain and develop the most effective treatment plan for long-term recovery.
What Conditions Can We Help With?
Our biomechanics service is suitable for many conditions including:
• Heel Pain
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Achilles Tendinopathy
• Flat Feet
• High Arches
• Shin Splints
• Metatarsalgia
• Morton’s Neuroma
• Knee Pain
• Hip Pain
• Sports Injuries
• Running Injuries
• Recurrent Foot Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every Patient is different, Your Assessment May Include
✓ Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Examination
✓ Footscan® Dynamic Pressure Analysis
✓ High-Speed Video Gait Analysis
✓ Biomechanical Assessment
✓ Joint Mobility & Muscle Strength Testing
✓ Footwear Assessment
✓ Personalised Rehabilitation Programme
✓ Digital Report & Treatment Plan
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Approximately 45–60 minutes, allowing plenty of time for assessment, explanation and discussion of your treatment options.
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We offer two assessment options depending on your individual needs.
Foot & Ankle Pain Assessment – £49 (30 minutes)
Ideal for patients with a new foot or ankle problem who require an expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan.Comprehensive Foot & Ankle Assessment with Footscan® – £150 (60 minutes)
Our most detailed assessment, including advanced Footscan® gait analysis, biomechanical examination and a personalised treatment plan. This option is ideal for persistent pain, sports injuries, recurrent problems and patients considering custom orthotics.If you’re unsure which appointment is right for you, don’t worry. Our friendly team will be happy to advise and ensure you are booked into the most appropriate assessment for your needs.
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Not necessarily. Orthotics are recommended only when clinically appropriate. Many patients improve with education, rehabilitation exercises, footwear advice or shockwave therapy alone. We only recommend treatments we genuinely believe will benefit you.
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To help us provide the most accurate assessment possible, please arrive prepared with the following:
Please bring:
Comfortable shorts or clothing that allows your legs to be examined.
2–3 pairs of shoes that you regularly wear, such as:
Everyday/work shoes
Trainers or running shoes
Walking or recreational footwear
Any footwear you feel contributes to your symptoms
Before your appointment
You will receive two digital forms by email:
New Patient Registration Form
Biomechanics Assessment Questionnaire
Please complete both forms before your appointment. This allows your podiatrist to review your history in advance and make the most of your consultation time.
Medical information
If you have any relevant medical information, please send it to us before your appointment where possible, including:
MRI, X-ray or ultrasound reports
Hospital or consultant letters
Previous podiatry or physiotherapy reports
Relevant medical history relating to your condition
Having this information in advance helps us build a complete picture of your symptoms and ensure your appointment is as thorough and effective as possible.
Precision 3D Printed Orthotics
Where clinically appropriate, we prescribe custom 3D printed Phits® orthotics.
Designed using your Footscan® gait analysis, these orthotics are individually manufactured to match the way you move—providing greater comfort, improved performance and long-term support.
Unlike traditional insoles, every pair is unique to you.
Next Step Podiatry is proud to be the first clinic in Kettering to offer Footscan® technology alongside Phits® 3D-printed custom orthotics—bringing world-class gait analysis and precision orthotic design to our patients.
Our comprehensive Foot Pain & Biomechanics Assessment combines advanced technology with expert clinical examination to identify the underlying cause of your symptoms and create a personalised treatment plan tailored specifically to you.
Because when you understand the cause, you can treat it with confidence.
