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Foot, ankle or lower-limb pain
For persistent pain, injury, instability, sports problems or symptoms that have not improved with previous treatment.
Explore specialist servicesSteps Podiatry & Gait · Inverness
Specialist Foot & Ankle Care and Podiatry in Inverness
Assessment-led care for foot, ankle and lower-limb pain, alongside trusted podiatry treatment for nails, skin and everyday foot health.
Foot & Ankle PainSpecialist clinical assessment
MSK UltrasoundFocused imaging when indicated
3D Gait AssessmentFunctional lower-limb analysis
Podiatry CareNails, skin and foot health
How can we help?
Choose the care route that best matches your problem
You do not need to know the diagnosis before booking. Start with the type of problem you are experiencing.
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Nails, skin and everyday foot care
For nail care, corns, callus, thickened nails, discomfort and maintaining healthy, comfortable feet.
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A specific treatment need
For ingrowing toenails, nail surgery, verrucae, orthotics, shockwave therapy or rehabilitation support.
View treatment optionsAbout Steps Podiatry & Gait
Specialist expertise with practical, personal care
Steps Podiatry & Gait is an independent Inverness clinic providing specialist foot and ankle assessment, sports podiatry, MSK ultrasound and advanced gait analysis alongside comprehensive podiatry and preventative foot care.
- Clear explanations and clinically reasoned recommendations
- Advanced investigation only where it is likely to add value
- Care for active adults, athletes, children and older patients
- Treatment plans matched to symptoms, goals and daily demands
Specialist services
Assessment and treatment for foot, ankle and lower-limb pain
Begin with the level of assessment that suits the problem. More advanced testing is recommended only when clinically useful.
Specialist Foot & Ankle Assessment
Detailed consultation, special tests, functional stability testing and a clinically reasoned working diagnosis.
Book for £85Assessment + MSK Ultrasound
A complete specialist assessment with a focused ultrasound examination of the clinically relevant area.
Book for £130Sports Podiatry & Rehabilitation
Assessment and management of running, football and activity-related foot, ankle and lower-limb problems.
Start with an assessmentFunctional 3D Gait Assessment
Whole-lower-limb MSK testing and objective walking or running analysis for selected complex problems.
View booking optionsPodiatry treatments
Comprehensive podiatry and preventative foot care
Specialist MSK services sit alongside the core podiatry treatments patients rely on for comfort, mobility and long-term foot health.
General Podiatry
Nail care, thickened nails, corns, callus and routine treatment for painful or difficult feet.
Ingrowing Toenails
Assessment, conservative treatment and nail surgery where a longer-term solution is required.
Verruca Treatment
Careful assessment followed by suitable options such as Swift or Verrutop when appropriate.
Orthotics
Over-the-counter prescription devices or custom orthoses selected according to clinical need.
Shockwave Therapy
A treatment option for selected persistent tendon and plantar heel conditions after appropriate assessment.
Preventative Foot Care
Ongoing care, footwear guidance and practical advice to help keep feet comfortable and active.
Advanced functional assessment
When the problem needs a wider lower-limb view
Persistent or activity-related injuries can need a more detailed assessment. Our enhanced 3D gait service checks your walking and running gait using the Run3D motion-capture system, alongside musculoskeletal tests, to build a clearer picture of what may be contributing to your symptoms.
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Whole-lower-limb protocol
Structured MSK testing extending beyond the local site of pain.
Dynamometry and ROM testing
Objective muscle-capacity and clinically relevant joint-movement measures.
Objective 3D movement data
Walking or running analysis considered alongside clinical findings and goals.
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Your treatment pathway
Your assessment guides the next step
Following your initial assessment, any recommendation for further services is based on the findings, your goals and the agreed treatment plan. Additional investigation or treatment is only suggested where it is likely to add useful clinical value.
- MSK ultrasound scan where indicated, unless already included in the combined advanced initial assessment
- 3D gait assessment of walking or running, including whole-lower-limb testing and consideration of custom orthotics where clinically appropriate
- Shockwave therapy for selected persistent tendon and plantar heel conditions
- Targeted rehabilitation, footwear advice, gait retraining or onward referral where required
Meet the team
A friendly clinic team with different areas of focus
From specialist MSK assessment to routine podiatry and patient support, the team works together to guide patients to the right care.
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Tim Greenwood
Principal Podiatrist | Foot & Ankle Pain Specialist
Specialist foot and ankle assessment, sports injuries, functional 3D gait assessment, MSK ultrasound, and assessment of foot and gait problems in children.
Niamh
Senior Podiatrist | Ingrowing Toenail & Verruca Specialist
Specialist care for ingrowing toenails and verrucae, alongside comprehensive podiatry, nail and skin treatment.
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Louise
Operations Manager
Clinic coordination, patient enquiries and support throughout the appointment and treatment journey.
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Leah
Practice Assistant
A welcoming point of contact who supports patients and the smooth day-to-day running of the clinic.
Patient reviews
What patients say about their care
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“Tim was knowledgeable, gave me time to explain what was wrong and explained everything he was doing. I now have a plan for recovery and feel confident going forward.”
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“I was treated by Niamh, who was very professional and pleasant and talked me through the procedure… Relief was instant. After a second appointment and some aftercare, my nail has come on great. No pain any more.”
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“I have used Steps Podiatry for a number of years and have found them to be excellent. Very professional and great service, with impeccable attention to detail… I trust them with my foot care.”
Visit the clinic
A professional and welcoming clinic in central Inverness
A look inside the clinic, including reception and treatment spaces, helps patients know what to expect before they arrive.
Steps Podiatry & Gait
22 Market Brae Steps, Inverness, IV2 3AB · 01463 797004
Frequently asked questions
Finding the right appointment
What is the difference between a specialist assessment and a podiatry appointment?
A specialist assessment is for pain, injury, instability or movement-related problems. A podiatry appointment is generally more suitable for nails, corns, callus, skin problems and routine foot care.
Which specialist assessment should I choose?
Most patients can begin with the £85 Specialist Foot & Ankle Assessment. The £130 combined option includes a focused MSK ultrasound scan during the same appointment.
What happens if ultrasound is recommended after the £85 assessment?
You can return for a £45 focused scan, keeping the total cost at the same £130 combined price.
Do you offer treatment for ingrowing toenails and verrucae?
Yes. The clinic offers assessment and treatment for ingrowing toenails, including nail surgery where appropriate, along with verruca assessment and treatment options.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Patients can book directly. Where medical review or another investigation is more appropriate, this will be explained and an onward referral can be recommended.
Who will I see?
Specialist foot and ankle and ultrasound appointments are provided by Tim Greenwood. Other podiatry appointments are offered by the clinic’s podiatry team according to the service booked.
Book the right care for your feet
Choose specialist assessment for pain or injury, or book podiatry care for nails, skin and routine foot health.