We assess, diagnose and treat problems affecting the feet and lower limbs, with specialist expertise in high‑risk foot conditions, ulcer management, musculoskeletal (MSK) issues, diabetes‑related foot care, peripheral arterial disease and nail surgery.

Who we care for

We support people who have:

• High‑risk foot conditions, including those linked to diabetes
• Ingrown toenails
• Foot ulcerations and wounds
• Painful foot or lower‑limb problems affecting mobility
• Connective tissue disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis
• Complex or long‑term foot issues needing ongoing specialist care
• Peripheral arterial disease

Please note: We do not provide routine nail cutting, general chiropody, leg‑ulcer care above the ankle, compression therapy, or annual diabetic foot screening (usually done by your GP).

What to expect at your appointment

At your first appointment, your podiatrist will:

• Discuss your medical history, medications and your concerns
• Examine your feet and lower limbs
• Carry out circulation and nerve‑function checks
• Explain their findings and agree a treatment or self‑management plan with you

Not all conditions need treatment. You may be discharged with advice to help you manage symptoms at home.

If you need ongoing care, we'll arrange further appointments.

Please bring:

• A list of your medications or blister pack
• Your usual footwear and slippers
• Any home blood glucose diary (if you have diabetes)
• Clothing that allows your feet and lower legs to be easily examined

Diabetes Podiatry

Our specialist Diabetes Podiatry team provides advanced care for people with diabetic foot complications, including ulceration, osteomyelitis, infection risk, Charcot foot and peripheral arterial disease.

We offer:

• Specialist wound care and dressing techniques
• Pressure‑relieving devices, footwear and insoles
• On‑site antibiotic prescribing where needed
• Access to X‑ray, vascular scans and microbiology advice
• Casting for wounds and Charcot neuroarthropathy
• Referral to diabetes consultants for neuropathic pain management
• Podiatry surgeon consultations 

You will have a vascular and neurological assessment at every visit, and your podiatrist will work with you to agree a care plan.

Podiatry Biomechanics

Our Biomechanics team supports people with MSK‑related foot, ankle, knee and hip pain.

We offer:

• Biomechanical and gait assessments
• Bespoke and off‑the‑shelf orthoses (insoles), including CAD‑CAM devices
• Footwear advice and home exercise programmes
• Referral to other services when needed

At your assessment, we will look at your joints, muscle strength and overall limb function before agreeing next steps.

Where we are located

Appointments take place at a range of community and clinic sites across Bolton. Your appointment letter will confirm where to go and how to get there.