Foot & Ankle Services
At East Coast Orthopaedics, we provide expert surgical and clinical management for a wide range of conditions, from degenerative joint disease and chronic tendon issues to acute sports injuries and complex trauma.
Our specialists utilize advanced diagnostic imaging and the latest surgical techniques, including minimally invasive repairs and total ankle reconstruction, to restore structural integrity and alignment.
We are committed to relieving your pain and restoring the strength and stability required to return to an active, unrestricted lifestyle.
Common Foot & Ankle Conditions We Treat
Acute & Sports Injuries
✚ Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus (OLT)
✚ Achilles Tendon Rupture / Chronic Achilles Tendonitis
✚ Fractures and dislocations (All Age Groups)
✚ Tendinopathies & Bursitis
Degenerative & Chronic Conditions
✚ Ankle Impingement / Loose Bodies / Synovitis
✚ Chronic Ankle Instability / Repeated Ankle Sprains
✚ Hallux Valgus (Bunions) / Forefoot Deformities
✚ Chronic Tendonitis / Mild Osteoarthritis
✚ Joint Inflammation / Bursitis / Severe Localized Pain
Foot & Ankle Operative Procedures
Ankle ligament stabilisation
Tightens and reinforces ankle ligaments to restore integrity and prevent recurring instability and sprains.
The modified Brostrom repair remains the gold standard for lateral ankle instability, reinforcing with state-of-the-art internal bracing augmentation techniques to restore mechanical stability while preserving the natural anatomy and proprioceptive function of the joint.
Bunions and forefoot reconstructions
Corrective surgery to realign joints and restore balance, relieving pain for a comfortable return to footwear.
The specific osteotomy technique selected depends on the severity of the deformity and the alignment of surrounding structures, with modern fixation methods allowing earlier weight bearing and a more predictable correction than older approaches.
Achilles pathologies
Surgical repair for tears or degeneration to restore strength for a stable, pain-free gait and movement.
For acute ruptures, surgical repair is generally favoured in active individuals to restore full tendon length and tension, while chronic insertional and mid-portion tendinopathy that failed conservative management responds well to debridement and tendon reconstruction techniques.
Cartilage grafting
Replaces damaged surfaces with healthy cartilage to prevent further wear and maintain active joint mobility.
Grafting procedures are particularly valuable for younger patients with osteochondral lesions, offering a biological solution that restores the joint surface and reduces the progression toward arthritis. These are often supplemented with Platelet rich plasma or other biologics.
Ankle arthroscopy
Keyhole surgery to treat joint debris and ligament issues, promoting faster healing and return to activity.
The procedure allows direct visualisation and treatment of osteochondral defects, synovitis, impingement, and loose body removal through minimal incisions, making it an effective first-line surgical option before considering more extensive reconstructive intervention.
Foot & Ankle Non-Operative Procedures
Precise image guided steroid injections
A targeted delivery of anti-inflammatory medication into specific ankle joints or tendon sheaths, providing rapid relief for chronic arthritis and localized inflammation.
Use of autologous platelet rich plasma injections
A regenerative injection used to accelerate healing in chronic Achilles tendinopathy and plantar fascia injuries, harnessing natural growth factors to restore tendon integrity.
Non operative management of tendinopathies
A non-operative pathway for chronic Achilles and peroneal tendinopathy, utilizing orthotics and eccentric loading to strengthen the tendon and return you to active walking and running.
Conservative management of all fractures in plaster/splint/orthotics
A non-surgical approach to healing foot and ankle fractures using precision casting, moon boots, and orthotics to ensure the bone stabilises and heals in the optimal position.
