Podiatrist Sydney

General & Sports Podiatry Clinic in Sydney

Find lasting relief and unlock mobility with a team of Sydney podiatrists committed to delivering world class podiatric sports medicine solutions. Ideally located in Surry Hills, Sydney, we offer face-to-face appointments in Sydney and online telehealth podiatry services Australia-wide.

 SURRY HILLS CLINIC HOURS

Monday – Friday 9:00 – 6:00
Saturday 9:30 – 1:00
Sunday CLOSED

Walk, Run & Jump PAIN-FREE!

Pinnacle Sports Sydney Podiatry are experts in lower limb musculoskeletal pain and running-related injury

Expert Podiatrists in Sydney

Looking for the most trusted podiatrist Sydney CBD has to offer? You’ve come to the right place! Here at Pinnacle Sports Podiatry we understand the challenges of foot and lower leg injuries. Our purpose built Surry Hills podiatry clinic is in the heart of Sydney, just 200m from Central station Chalmers street exit, and Central Chalmers tram stop.

Comprising an experienced team of podiatrists, the Pinnacle Sports Podiatry team offer sports podiatry and general podiatry to those locally, and in the Greater Sydney Region. Our treatment offerings cover all foot and ankle injuries, from shin pain to plantar fasciitis treatment, conservative ingrown toenail treatment and nail surgery. Think of Pinnacle as your local foot, ankle and lower limb injury experts.

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Total Health, From the Feet Up

Here at Pinnacle Sports Podiatry Sydney, we offer an exceptional level of care to all patients within our clinic. We achieve such a standard by allocating a dedicated hour to each initial assessment, providing our podiatrists with the opportunity to carefully listen, understand and diagnose each unique injury or concern. For us, it’s important that we build a holistic foundation of each patient’s concerns before rushing into a treatment plan for foot and ankle injuries – we endeavour to first fully understand the many factors that may be causing you pain.

Whether you’re suffering from a sports injury like plantar fasciitis or any lower limb concern, your podiatrist will take the time to explain your injury, the contributing factors, and provide a solution-based treatment plan. At Pinnacle Sports Podiatrist Sydney, our treatment plans are designed to provide lasting solutions to your problems.

Meet our Podiatrists

Thomas and Adrian have a passion for helping people get back to the sport or activities they enjoy most. Learning and growing as foot care professionals to provide unrivalled attention to detail and a commitment to getting you back on your feet – faster and stronger than before.

Thomas Do Canto
Thomas Do CantoSenior Podiatrist (B.Exercise Science, B.Podiatry)
Combining a successful distance running career and a passion for injury management and prevention, Tom opened Pinnacle Sports Podiatry with a core focus; to continue helping others to get active and stay active. Being a board member of Sports & Exercise Podiatry Australia (SEPA), consultant podiatrist to the Sydney Swans (AFL/AFLW), NSW Swifts (Netball), and podiatrist to many of Australia’s best distance runners, Tom carries a household name in the Podiatry community, where he is best known for his in-depth understanding of lower limb biomechanics, footwear and running related injury.
Adrian Vermeulen Minkwit
Adrian Vermeulen MinkwitSenior Podiatrist (B.Applied Science H.I.M, B.Podiatry)
If you want to see a podiatrist that is genuinely caring and up to date with the latest in evidence based sports medicine, then Adrian is your man. With over 10 years of clinical experience, he knows how to communicate effectively and apply theory into practice. In recent years Adrian has transitioned to more musculoskeletal centric clientele, focusing on podiatric sports medicine, musculoskeletal injuries, rehabilitation and orthotic therapy. Having worked for 5 years in the technical sports footwear industry, he also has a keen interest in shoe manufacture and design. Adrian gets great satisfaction playing an integral role returning an individual to a sport or activity that they are extremely passionate about.

Sydney Podiatrists Unlocking Mobility

At Pinnacle Sports Podiatry Sydney, we are firm believers that your mobility starts from the ground up. The feet and lower limbs are the foundation of the body and are responsible for bearing our full body weight as we walk, run, and move through everyday life.

When your feet and lower limbs are not healthy, they can unlock a pandoras box of pain and discomfort that can impact overall mobility. Common feet and lower limb injuries such as plantar fasciitis, shin splints, hammer toe, bunions, ingrown toenails, and heel spurs can inhibit our ability to walk or run for long periods of time.

Taking care of your feet is essential for maintaining overall mobility and quality of life. For us, this means treating issues at their root, often advising on correct strengthening exercises, and proper footwear and support that keep your feet in check.

Sydney Podiatrists Unlocking Mobility

Our Podiatry Services in Sydney

We are experts in the assessment, diagnosis and management of foot, ankle and lower limb injuries. Book your appointment with Sydney’s most trusted Sports Podiatric service today.

Pinnacle Sports Podiatry Story

Pinnacle Sports Podiatry based in Surry Hills where we have built a solid reputation for successfully treating and managing a wide range of sports, running, and general foot pain and lower limb and leg injuries. Delivering both general podiatry and sports podiatry care, each of the patients that come into the Pinnacle’s Podiatry clinic in the Sydney CBD are provided with a comprehensive, personalised, and tailored management plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer bulk billed podiatry?

In most cases your visit will not be covered by Medicare.

In some cases, your appointment may be partially or fully covered by the Medicare rebate for some eligible treatments. In order to qualify for the Medicare rebate, you must fulfil a specific set of criteria and receive approval from your local GP. Based on an initial assessment from your GP, your visit may be eligible for bulk billing under Medicare’s Chronic Disease Management Plan.

Do I need a referral from a GP for an appointment?

No, you do not need a referral from your GP to book an appointment with a podiatrist.

Do you provide podiatry for kids?

Yes, our podiatrists provide children’s podiatry services for foot and ankle problems. Children’s feet are (of course) still developing, so it’s important that we do our best to prevent any long-term issues such as heel pain, plantar pain, or toe deformities.

Why is it important to treat foot & lower limb problems?

As podiatrists, we know that foot health is critical for overall health and wellbeing. Our feet are the foundation of our bodies and support us when we stand, walk, and run. Additionally, foot health can impact our overall mobility and quality of life – so it’s important that we look after them.

Most importantly, we know that improper foot care can unlock a pandoras box of problems with other parts of our bodies including lower limbs, back, and knees.

Do you treat ingrown toenails?

Yes, in fact our head podiatrist Tom is a little bit obsessed with them. So much so that we have a specialty website dedicated to treating ingrown toenails through Nail Bracing, Nail Surgery, and Pain Free treatment procedures.

At Pinnacle Sports Podiatry, we offer a range of surgical and non-surgical options that are catered towards your unique circumstances. In some cases, you may require a local anaesthetic to ensure the best treatment for ingrown toenails. Whether you have ongoing fungal nail infection or ingrown nails, we aim to provide immediate and permanent ingrown toenail pain relief using a range of contemporary, evidence-based treatment methods.

Will I need to get foot orthotics?

Not necessarily. In our reckoning, custom foot orthotics are over-prescribed by podiatrists as a “fix-all” solution for foot and lower limb issues. At Pinnacle, we know that custom made orthotics can be a valuable tool in addressing chronic foot and lower limb issues, however, our first course of action is always to identify the root cause of your issue and finding the most effective and conservative treatment method.

Before we prescribe custom orthotics, we will make every effort to resolve your foot and lower limb issues. Depending on the nature of your injury, this may involve stretching, strengthening exercises, and recommending changes to your footwear.

How often should I see a podiatrist?

Prevention is always better than a cure, which is why many of our happy clients are long term patients that receive ongoing care. If you have had any foot pain or other problems associated with your feet or lower limbs, then it’s a good idea to have regular check-ins with your local podiatrist.

What conditions do you treat?

We deliver both sports and general podiatry care for a wide range of concerns in Sydney. If you’re experiencing ongoing foot problems, you’re going to benefit from the extensive experience and knowledge of an experienced podiatrist. Just over the bridge from Sydney CBD, we see patients that are avid sports-people, those in their later years, and office workers facing ongoing foot pain or a foot problems that inhibits them from getting on with their daily routines. The primary conditions that we see and treat from our clinic include:

Turn to the experts in solving foot problems – Pinnacle. Our experience, passion, and extensive knowledge in lower limb biomechanics has seen our team manage, treat, and work with thousands of happy patients. If you’re looking for the best podiatrists in Sydney, book in with Pinnacle Sports Podiatry today.

How can i prevent foot and lower limb injuries?

Prevention is always better than a cure, and there are a few important steps that we recommend that everyone takes so that they can spend less time in our office and more time running, walking, and moving through everyday life as comfortably as possible.

Wear shoes that fit properly and are fit for purpose – if you’re running, you’ll need a good pair of shoes that have been fitted. If you think you may have been running in the wrong shoes or incorrectly fitted, our team can perform a comprehensive Biomechanical Assessment and Gait Analysis, before providing footwear advice and fitment recommendations.

Trim your toenails regularly – picking your toenails is probably on your significant other’s list of pet peeves, and it’s on ours as well! Trimming toenails can help to prevent a myriad of infection and ingrown toenail issues that can cost you time, effort, and money to rectify.

Avoid going barefoot on hard surfaces – we get it, the barefoot craze was big. Vibram’s may have their place in certain activities but running or walking on hard surfaces is not one of them. The debate that we have evolved into shoes, and they are unnecessary usually fails to address the fact that we now walk and run over hard surfaces – something our ancestors didn’t need to worry about. Yes, there are some vocal proponents of barefoot running, and we are not dismissing it completely, however, if you’re running on hard surfaces – please us appropriate equipment.

Regularly stretch your feet and ankles – just like your calves, hamstrings, and lower back – your feet and ankles can benefit from regular stretching. Activation exercises, strengthening, and regular stretching can all help to mitigate your changes of injury.

Be kind to your feet – high heels and tight-fitting shoes for an extended period of time can wreak havoc on your feet. and cause heel pain If you plan to wear either one, it’s a good idea to schedule in some sitting throughout the day to mitigate pressure on your ankles and feet. Take breaks and rest your feet if you are standing of walking for long period.

What kinds of sports injuries do you treat?

Searching for Podiatrist Near Me can bring up hundreds of different results, so why choose Pinnacle? Our Sydney podiatry team deal directly with sports injuries, caused by physical activity. There can be many contributing factors for the development of a sports injury. Sports podiatrists manage the pain, treatment and prevention of foot and lower leg sports injuries and concerns. Whether it be heel pain, plantar warts, forefoot pain, or any other foot problem associated with sport, an experienced podiatrist in Sydney will get you back on track. Depending on the physical activity you’re undertaking, a sports injury is typically caused by:

  • Training load errors – not getting the balance between exercise and recovery right. This is also known as ‘too much too soon’!
  • Poor recovery and heightened tissue sensitivity due to work, family commitments, diet, stress, poor/reduced sleep hours etc.
  • Inadequate equipment (running shoes, gym equipment etc.)
  • Poor technique
  • Structural or biomechanical abnormalities
  • Hormonal status

Why should I choose Pinnacle?

Pinnacle Sports Podiatry offers the leading team of sports podiatrists in Sydney. Combining sports medicine industry knowledge with real-world running and sports related injury experience, Pinnacle’s team offer an unparalleled level of understanding of foot health and lower limb biomechanics.

The Pinnacle team comprises capable experienced podiatrists who are specifically trained with extensive experienced in the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of lower leg sporting injuries. We’re here to provide smart, safe, and effective solutions for your sports podiatrist treatment. What’s more, your professional podiatrist will be dedicated to finding a comprehensive treatment plan that includes strategising the prevention of injury reoccurrence.