Steps Podiatry & Gait

Steps Podiatry & Gait treats foot and ankle pain, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, ingrowing toenails, verrucae and routine podiatry needs in Inverness. Care includes specialist foot and ankle assessment, functional 3D gait assessment, MSK ultrasound, custom orthotics, rehabilitation and routine podiatry treatment.

For heel pain and plantar fasciitis, the practice offers a dedicated assessment for the foot and ankle, with gait assessment and orthotics available where appropriate. The service also includes custom orthotics, described as insoles, and rehabilitation advice for foot and ankle problems.

Ingrowing toenail care includes assessment, conservative nail care where suitable, and nail surgery under local anaesthetic where clinically appropriate. Nail surgery may involve removal of the problematic nail section, chemical treatment of the nail matrix where appropriate, dressing, written aftercare advice and follow-up review during healing. Children and teenagers can be assessed, subject to clinical suitability and appropriate consent arrangements.

Verruca care starts with a dedicated consultation, as verrucae can resemble corns, callus and other skin lesions. The podiatrist assesses the lesion, reviews symptoms, relevant medical history and previous treatments, then discusses options such as Swift microwave therapy, Verrutop, monitoring or another suitable route. Treatment is arranged separately if it is clinically suitable and you decide to proceed.

The practice also provides online podiatry consultations. Niamh, a senior podiatrist, has a specialist focus on ingrowing toenail treatment, nail surgery and verruca care.