Hurst Podiatry

Knee pain doesn't always start at the knee.

If you're dealing with pain at the front of your knee - especially when climbing stairs, squatting, or sitting for long periods - your feet could be playing a bigger role than you think.

Patellofemoral joint pain is one of the most common knee complaints we see, and foot biomechanics are often a key piece of the puzzle. Things like overpronation (feet rolling inward) can alter your knee alignment and add stress to the joint over time.

The good news? It's very treatable.

Custom orthotics, the right footwear, and targeted exercise therapy can all make a real difference.

Read our latest article to learn more about how your feet and knees are connected - and what our podiatrists can do to help. 👇

Patellofemoral Joint Pain and How Podiatrists Can Help | Hurst Podiatry Hurst Podiatry offers professional foot care for patellofemoral joint pain and other conditions. Book an appointment today at Hurst Podiatry.

If your child plays sport and comes home with sore heels, a dodgy ankle, or a knee that's been "a bit painful for a while" — this is worth a read.

Kids' bodies aren't just smaller adult bodies. Growing bones have growth plates that are softer and more vulnerable than the surrounding tissue, which means some injuries that get waved off as growing pains are actually something more specific that needs proper management.

We've put together an article on the sports injuries we see most often in active kids, including:

— Sever's disease (heel pain, very common in 8–14 year olds)
— Osgood-Schlatter (knee pain during growth spurts)
— Ankle sprains that don't get properly rehabbed
— Stress fractures that get mistaken for muscle soreness
— Ingrown toenails from tight footy boots (more sidelining than you'd think)

We've also included the signs to watch for when your child isn't telling you the full story — the quiet limp, the shoe left at the door, the activity they've suddenly gone off.

The article's linked below. And if something's been nagging at you about how your kid's been moving lately, we're always happy to take a look. Book in with the team at Hurst Podiatry.

Sports Injuries in Kids | Hurst Podiatry Learn the most common foot and leg injuries in active kids and the signs that mean it’s time for a proper podiatry assessment.