Foot Pain Treatment in Kensington
Expert physiotherapy for foot pain – helping you understand the cause and get back to moving comfortably.
Foot Pain Treatment at the Physio Box
Foot pain can make everyday life surprisingly difficult. Walking to work, standing for long periods, exercising, running or even putting on your favourite shoes can become uncomfortable.
And while it’s tempting to simply rest and hope the pain settles, persistent foot pain can have many different causes. The problem may be in the foot itself, or it may be related to the way your foot, ankle and lower limb are moving and loading.
At The Physio Box in Kensington, we assess the whole picture to understand what is causing your symptoms and create a treatment plan around you.
Whether you have heel pain, pain in the arch or ball of your foot, discomfort around your toes, or pain that has developed after an injury or increase in activity, our experienced physiotherapists can help you understand what’s going on and what you can do about it.
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Foot pain isn't always straightforward
There are many different structures in the foot and ankle – including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves – so similar symptoms can have very different causes. For example, heel pain first thing in the morning may be associated with plantar fasciitis, while pain around the back of the heel may involve the Achilles tendon. Pain in the ball of your foot could be related to how your foot is loading when you walk or run, while burning or tingling between the toes may have a different cause altogether. That’s why we don’t simply treat the painful area. Your physiotherapist will assess your symptoms, movement and the way your foot and lower limb are functioning to help identify the factors that may be contributing to your pain.
Types of foot pain we treat
At The Physio Box, we see people with a wide range of foot and heel problems, from recent injuries to persistent pain that has been affecting their everyday life for months.
Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of pain underneath the heel or along the sole of the foot. You may notice pain when taking your first steps in the morning or after sitting for a while. It can also become more noticeable after prolonged standing, walking or running. Treatment usually involves understanding how the foot is being loaded and gradually building the strength and capacity needed for your normal activities.Achilles tendinopathy
Achilles pain is often felt at the back of the ankle or heel and may be accompanied by stiffness, particularly after rest or exercise.
It can develop gradually through repeated loading or following a change in activity, such as increasing running mileage or introducing a new sport.
Physiotherapy can help you understand how much load your tendon can currently tolerate and progressively rebuild its strength and capacity.
Pain in the ball of the foot
Pain around the ball of the foot, sometimes called metatarsalgia, can make walking, running or wearing certain shoes uncomfortable.
The causes can vary, so an assessment is important to understand what may be placing excessive stress on this part of the foot and how this can be addressed.
Morton’s neuroma
Morton’s neuroma can cause burning, tingling, numbness or sharp pain in the forefoot, often between the toes.
Symptoms may be worse when wearing narrow shoes or spending a long time on your feet.
Your physiotherapist can assess your symptoms and help determine whether physiotherapy is appropriate for you and whether further investigation or another healthcare professional may be needed.
Foot and ankle pain after an injury
A sprain, fracture or other injury can affect how you move long after the initial pain has settled.
You may still have stiffness, weakness, reduced balance or difficulty returning to exercise.
Physiotherapy can help restore movement and strength and gradually rebuild your confidence in using the foot and ankle again.
Flat feet and changes to the foot arch
The shape and movement of your feet can influence how forces are distributed through your foot and lower limb.
Flat feet or changes in the foot arch aren’t necessarily a problem in themselves, but they may be relevant when accompanied by pain, weakness or changes in how you move.
A biomechanical assessment can help identify whether your foot mechanics are contributing to your symptoms.
Meet Your Kensington Foot Pain Specialists
Foot pain can have many different causes, which is why having an experienced clinician assess the bigger picture matters.
At The Physio Box, you’ll be treated by an experienced clinical team with backgrounds spanning physiotherapy, osteopathy, professional sport, rehabilitation and complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Giuseppe Salustri
Clinical Director – Founder & Senior Consultant Physiotherapist
Giuseppe’s extensive experience in professional rugby has given him a strong understanding of sports injuries, biomechanics and the demands placed on the body through high levels of physical activity.
His approach focuses on understanding the underlying factors contributing to pain and helping patients restore strength, movement and function – whether their foot pain is affecting everyday activities, running or other sport.
Enrico Garfield
Senior Consultant Physiotherapist
Enrico brings extensive clinical experience from both the NHS and public healthcare systems in Italy.
His approach combines detailed clinical assessment with targeted manual therapy and carefully prescribed exercise, helping patients address pain while restoring movement and physical function.
Joan Del Arco
Senior Consultant Physiotherapist
Joan has extensive experience working within professional sports and uses a combination of manual therapy, dry needling/acupuncture and rehabilitation to help patients recover from injury and return to their normal activities.
His sports background is particularly relevant for patients whose foot pain has developed through exercise, running or other physical activity.
Matylda
Consultant Associate Osteopath
Matylda brings osteopathic expertise and a detailed understanding of how different areas of the body can influence movement and function.
Her hands-on approach focuses on restoring mobility and addressing restrictions that may be contributing to discomfort or altered movement.
Maria Chiara Formica
Senior Consultant Physiotherapist
Maria Chiara has extensive experience treating complex musculoskeletal and chronic pain conditions.
She combines manual therapy, acupuncture, electrotherapy and rehabilitation exercises, taking an individualised approach to helping patients improve movement and function.
Book Your Foot Pain Assessment in Kensington
Whether your foot pain is affecting your walking, exercise, running or everyday life, getting the problem properly assessed is an important first step.
The Physio Box team will assess your symptoms, identify the factors that may be contributing to your pain and recommend an appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plan.
How Physiotherapy Can Help Foot Pain
Depending on your assessment and diagnosis, your foot pain treatment plan may include:
Detailed assessment - Your first appointment gives your physiotherapist the opportunity to understand your symptoms, medical history and activity levels before assessing the relevant areas. This may include looking at your foot and ankle movement, strength, balance, gait and how your lower limb moves. The aim is to understand why you're experiencing pain, rather than simply treating where it hurts.
Targeted exercises and rehabilitation - Exercise is often an important part of recovering from foot pain. Your physiotherapist may prescribe exercises to improve strength, mobility, balance and load tolerance in the foot, ankle and surrounding muscles. The exercises will be progressed as your symptoms and function improve.
Manual therapy - Hands-on treatment may be used where appropriate to reduce pain, improve mobility and help you move more comfortably. This could include joint mobilisation or soft-tissue techniques, depending on what your assessment identifies.
Shockwave therapy - Shockwave therapy may be recommended for certain persistent tendon and soft-tissue conditions, including plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy. At The Physio Box, it is used as part of a wider physiotherapy programme rather than as a standalone solution.
Biomechanical assessment - Sometimes the way your foot and lower limb move is an important part of understanding your symptoms. The Physio Box offers biomechanical assessment to look more closely at movement and loading patterns. This can be particularly useful for people experiencing recurring foot pain or problems associated with running and other sports.
3D foot scanning and orthotics - Where appropriate, assessment of your foot mechanics may lead to a discussion about orthotics or other forms of support. The Physio Box offers 3D foot scanning and 3D-printed orthotics. (Kensington Physiobox) However, orthotics aren't automatically the answer to every foot problem. Whether they are appropriate will depend on your individual assessment.
Advice on activity, footwear and load management - Your physiotherapist can also help you understand how everyday activities, exercise, footwear and training load may be affecting your symptoms. For runners and other active people, this can include guidance on how to modify and gradually increase activity while your foot recovers.
A real example: recovering from persistent plantar fasciitis
Persistent foot pain can be frustrating, particularly when you’ve already tried several different approaches.
One Physio Box patient, Mathew, had experienced plantar fasciitis for two years and found that even running 5K repeatedly brought his pain back.
His treatment programme included foot and toe mobility exercises, shockwave therapy, acupuncture and manual therapy. He was subsequently able to complete a marathon pain-free after several months of rehabilitation.
His story is a useful reminder that persistent foot pain isn’t necessarily something you simply have to live with – but recovery may require a combination of appropriate treatment, rehabilitation and gradual progression.
Foot pain and running
If you run regularly, foot pain can be particularly frustrating. You may find that you can run through the discomfort for a while, only for the pain to return after a certain distance or the following day. Rather than simply telling you to stop running, physiotherapy can help identify what is contributing to the problem and work out how you can safely build your running capacity again. The Physio Box already treats running-related problems including plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy, with assessment, rehabilitation, strength work, footwear and orthotic advice forming part of its approach to running injuries.
When should you see a physiotherapist for foot pain?
It’s worth getting your foot pain assessed if:- It isn’t settling or keeps coming back
- It’s affecting the way you walk
- You are avoiding exercise or activities you enjoy
- You have pain during or after running
- You have ongoing heel or arch pain
- You have persistent pain following an injury
- You have noticed increasing weakness, stiffness or reduced movement
- Your foot pain is affecting your work or everyday activities
Why choose The Physio Box for foot pain treatment in Kensington?
Foot pain can be caused by much more than the painful spot itself.
At The Physio Box, the aim is to understand the factors contributing to your symptoms and build treatment around your individual needs.
That may mean hands-on treatment, rehabilitation exercises, shockwave therapy, biomechanical assessment, advice about activity and footwear, or a combination of approaches.
The clinic also offers specialist services including biomechanical assessment and 3D foot scanning, giving patients access to additional assessment and support where appropriate.
The Physio Box Clinic has locations at 24 Stanhope Mews West and 88 Queen’s Gate in South Kensington.
Book your foot pain assessment in Kensington
You don’t have to put up with foot pain that is stopping you from walking comfortably, exercising or doing the things you enjoy.
At The Physio Box, we’ll assess your symptoms, help you understand what may be causing them and create a treatment plan designed around your goals.
Book your foot pain assessment in Kensington today.
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