Podiatry offers professional care and treatment for painful foot conditions or mobility issues related to a foot or ankle problem. 

The service treats adults and children with foot and lower limb problems.

All referrals are triaged against the service access criteria.

Who we are

The service has 21 staff, including Podiatrists, Clinical Specialists and Foot Care Assistants.

What we do

  • Treatment of foot ulceration caused by diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, infection, trauma etc.
  • Biomechanical problems; gait analysis and assessment. Provision of foot orthoses (insoles) that compensate for foot problems such as flat foot, foot and ankle pain and can also assist with knee, hip and back problems.
  • Nail surgery for ingrowing toenails carried out under Local Analgesia.
  • Treatment of foot pathologies such as corns and callus for patients that are at risk of foot complications arising from their medical conditions and foot problems. This is aimed at preventing complications such as infection and ulceration; pain and reduced mobility and independence.

  • To provide early intervention, assessment, treatment and cure for foot and lower limb problems and, where possible, empower people to maintain their own foot health and improve or maintain mobility.
  • To prevent deterioration of long term conditions and prevent hospital admissions and surgery due to leg and foot complications.

Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pm 

Referrals are accepted from patients, carers, other Health Care Professional, GPs and consultants. Referrals will be triaged against the service access criteria.

Referrals can be obtained at GP surgeries and Health Centres, or the form can be accessed below electronically and returned to the service by post or email.

The link to the referral document can be found here

  • Podiatrist
  • Clinical Specialist
  • Podiatry Assistant

Directions to the different clinics can be provided on request when an appointment is made

Alsagar Alsager Health Centre
Barnton Oakwood Medical Centre
Crewe Eagle Bridge Health and Wellbeing Centre
Middlewich    Salinae, Clinic
Nantwich Chruch View Primary Care Centre
Sandbach  Ashfield's Primary Care Centre
Shavington  Rope Green Medical Centre
Wharton  Wharton Primary Healthcare Centre
Weaverham   Weaverham Clinic
Winsford     Dean Drive Primary Care Centre

Full address details can be found here

What should I bring to my appointment?

  • Your appointment letter or card
  • Your Yellow Book if you are on anticoagulant therapy
  • A pair of shorts for assessment of leg and foot 
  • A list of medication you are taking

Can my child attend alone?

In order to comply with the laws regarding consent, any person under the age of 16 years old must be accompanied by a person who has legal parental responsibility over the patient.

What does the Podiatrist need to know? 

Details of any medical conditions and any medication you are taking

What happens at my first appointment?

  • On your arrival please report to the reception
  • You will then be assessed by a podiatrist
  • A treatment plan will be discussed and agreed with you
  • The initial visit may take up to 60 minutes

How will my follow up appointment be arranged?

To book an appointment you will be asked to call the Therapy Booking Centre on 01270 278310.

Contact the Therapy Booking Centre 2 weeks before your required appointment date.

You will be placed on a waiting list if no appointment is available at the time of your request.

What do I do if I cannot attend my appointment?

If you are unable to attend for your appointment, you must contact the Therapy Booking Centre on 01270 278310 as soon as possible to cancel your appointment.

What happens if I do not attend my appointment?

If you fail to attend without advising us you may be discharged.

How long will my treatment session last? 

Patients will have a treatment time of approximately 20-30 minutes but this does vary depending on the type of treatment required. 

Please arrive on time. If you arrive late it may not be possible for you to be seen as other patients will have been booked in.

How many treatment sessions will I need?

This varies from patient to patient and depends on your condition. Some patients may only need to attend once. If you are not making progress with treatment, further options will be discussed and you may be referred back to your GP or Consultant. A letter is sent to you GP or consultant when your treatment is complete.