Book With a Podiatrist in Auckland
Looking for a podiatrist or chiropodist in Auckland? Our podiatry team provides assessment and treatment for a range of foot, nail and lower-limb concerns
Our Podiatry and Chiropody Clinics in Auckland
Botany, St Johns, & Northcote Clinics
Whatever your level of sport or activity, consider consulting with a podiatrist (also commonly searched for as a chiropodist) at any of our three Auckland clinics. With extensive experience managing a wide range of injuries and conditions affecting the lower leg, ankle and foot, our podiatrists can help you optimise your lower limb health, so you can get back to making the most of your work, hobbies, sport and exercise.
What is Podiatry?
Podiatry focuses on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs. You may also be familiar with the term chiropody or chiropodist, which is commonly associated with foot care. In Aotearoa New Zealand, podiatrist is the professional title used for practitioners providing these services.
Our musculoskeletal (MSK) podiatrists specialise in diagnosing and treating problems involving the bones, joints, muscles and soft tissues of the lower limb. This can include pain, discomfort and injuries affecting the knee, ankle, foot and toes.
Our podiatrists look at how your movement, biomechanics and foot function may be contributing to pain or injury — not only in the foot and ankle, but throughout the wider kinetic chain.
A comprehensive podiatry assessment may include evaluating your lower-limb anatomy and function, analysing your walking or running gait, assessing strength and endurance, and understanding how your work, sport, exercise or daily activities may be contributing to your symptoms.
Our MSK podiatrists also work closely with the Rehab Co Auckland physiotherapy team and, when required, sports doctors and orthopaedic specialists to provide coordinated care for both acute injuries and long-term conditions.
Podiatry and chiropody services are an important part of Rehab Co’s multidisciplinary approach. By combining podiatry with physiotherapy and other healthcare services where appropriate, we can better understand and manage more complex lower-limb injuries and conditions.
Sports Podiatry
Sports podiatrists specialise in assessing, diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries affecting the feet and lower limbs, particularly those caused by athletic activities, but not limited to.
Offering sports podiatry near you, we will design a customised rehabilitation program to help you safely return to your sport, taking into account your specific injury, fitness level, and goals.
Podiatry Assessments
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Treating joint sprains, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, forefoot and heel pain, nerve pain, and stress fractures.
Knee and Hip Assessments
Addressing acute injuries, muscle imbalances and limb misalignments that may be contributing to pain or dysfunction.
Gait and Biomechanical Assessments
Analysis of body posture and walking or running patterns to identify abnormal movements or imbalances.
Key Areas Our Podiatrists Treat:
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Early-stage offloading with prescription orthotics to control motion and support healing, facilitating earlier return to progressive strengthening and supporting chronic instability management.
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Management of capsulitis, neuromas, and intermetatarsal pain through orthotic accommodation and gait offloading strategies.
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Podiatry in Auckland addresses PTTD through biomechanical assessment, orthotic support, and tailored foot posture correction to reduce strain on key structures.
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Management and pressure redistribution for bunions (Hallux Valgus), heel spurs, and other osseous prominences, including footwear education and long-term offloading plans.
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Accurate identification of pathology patterns associated with flat feet and high-arched feet, with tailored orthotic design to improve gait efficiency and mitigate upstream load on knees and hips.
Podiatry Treatments
Footwear and Orthotic Therapy
Prescribing custom insoles or footwear modifications to improve alignment and reduce strain on joints and muscles.
Shockwave Therapy
Advanced treatment for chronic pain and tissue healing.
Manual Therapy & Mobilisation
Using hands-on techniques to improve joint function and reduce pain.
Toe & Foot Care
Comprehensive care and podiatry services for toenail conditions and foot health maintenance.
Rehab Integration & Load Management Plans
Structure programs that integrate podiatric care with your overall rehabilitation goals.
Rehabilitation & Exercise Therapy
Designing tailored exercise programs to strengthen weak muscles, improve flexibility, and support recovery of acute injuries and long-term conditions.
Dry Needling & Joint Mobilisation
Targeted techniques to release muscle tension and improve joint function.
Multidisciplinary Support
Our podiatrists in Auckland provide care that complements your overall treatment by:
Offloading injured tissues for optimal rehabilitation progression.
Preventing kinetic chain overload.
Supporting post-operative or return-to-sports programs.
Offering second-opinion assessments for complex lower limb pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If your pain or injury is located in your feet, ankles, or lower limbs and involves issues with foot function, gait, or biomechanics, finding reliable podiatry near you is often the ideal starting point. Podiatrists specialise in assessing how your feet and lower limb mechanics influence the entire kinetic chain, and can provide targeted treatment.
If your concern involves broader musculoskeletal issues affecting multiple regions of the body, post-surgical rehabilitation, or general strength and mobility, rehabilitation physiotherapy is the better choice for you. Our physiotherapists and podiatrists often collaborate to address complex conditions and are able to make internal referrals as needed.
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We recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothes that allow easy access to your lower legs, such as shorts, a skirt, or pants that you can roll up above the knee. Bring the footwear you wear during activities that tend to cause pain or discomfort, as well as any current orthotics you use.
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No! Imaging is not required before your appointment. When you see us for podiatry in Auckland, we can assess your condition and determine whether imaging (X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI) is necessary. We are able to then make the required referrals.
In many cases, a clinical assessment and biomechanical evaluation are enough to diagnose and begin treatment.
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The terms podiatrist and chiropodist are often used to describe professionals who assess and treat foot and lower-limb conditions. “Chiropodist” is an older term that is still commonly used in some countries, while “podiatrist” is the recognised professional title used in New Zealand.
At Rehab Co, our Auckland podiatrists provide a range of podiatry and foot care services, helping with foot and ankle pain, injuries, skin and nail concerns, and general foot health.
Book Your Podiatry Session Today
From dealing with acute pain to optimising performance, our experienced podiatrists in Auckland are here to help. Book your appointment at our Botany, St Johns, or Wairau Valley clinic today.
In addition to our Auckland podiatrists, we also offer ACC physiotherapy at all our clinics, and have a TMJ specialist at our Wellington clinic.
