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Foot & ankle pain
For persistent pain, injury, instability, heel pain or symptoms needing specialist foot and ankle assessment.
Explore specialist assessmentSTEPS · PODIATRY • PHYSIO • GAIT • REHABILITATION · INVERNESS
Specialist Podiatry, Physiotherapy, Gait & Rehabilitation in Inverness
Specialist assessment and treatment for foot, ankle and lower-limb problems, bringing podiatry, physiotherapy, diagnostic ultrasound, gait analysis and rehabilitation together in one Inverness clinic.
PodiatrySpecialist and routine foot care
PhysiotherapyInjury and post-surgery rehabilitation
Diagnostic UltrasoundFoot & ankle imaging when indicated
Gait & MovementFunctional 3D lower-limb analysis
How can we help?
Choose the care route that best matches your problem
You do not need to know the diagnosis before booking. Start with the type of problem you are experiencing and we can refine the pathway from there.
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Physiotherapy & rehabilitation
For sports injuries, post-surgery rehabilitation and knee or lower-limb problems requiring a structured recovery plan.
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Routine podiatry
For nail care, corns, callus, thickened nails, skin concerns and maintaining comfortable, healthy feet.
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Gait & movement
For selected persistent or activity-related problems where a wider view of walking, running and lower-limb function is useful.
Explore gait assessmentAbout STEPS
Podiatry, physiotherapy, gait and rehabilitation — working together
STEPS is an independent Inverness clinic combining specialist foot and ankle care, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, diagnostic ultrasound, gait analysis and comprehensive podiatry in one team.
- Assessment first, with treatment based on the clinical findings
- Different disciplines working together when a problem crosses traditional service boundaries
- Advanced investigation only where it is likely to add useful information
- Rehabilitation matched to symptoms, goals and the activities that matter to you
Specialist services
Assessment and treatment for foot, ankle and lower-limb pain
Begin with the level of assessment that suits the problem. More advanced testing is recommended only when clinically useful.
Specialist Foot & Ankle Assessment
Detailed consultation, special tests, functional stability testing and a clinically reasoned working diagnosis.
Book for £85Assessment + Diagnostic Ultrasound
A complete specialist assessment with a focused ultrasound examination of the clinically relevant area.
Book for £130Sports Podiatry & Rehabilitation
Assessment and management of running, football and activity-related foot, ankle and lower-limb problems.
Start with an assessmentFunctional 3D Gait Assessment
Whole-lower-limb MSK testing and objective walking or running analysis for selected complex problems.
View booking optionsPhysiotherapy · launching 14 November 2026
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation, now part of STEPS
Senior Physiotherapist Ellen Moore joins the clinic to provide general physiotherapy assessments and rehabilitation for pain, injuries, post-surgery recovery and lower-limb problems.
Sports Injury Assessment
For new, persistent or recurring injuries affecting running, football, gym training and other physical activity.
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Structured rehabilitation after foot and ankle surgery, Achilles repair, fracture fixation and common knee or hip procedures.
Knee & Lower Limb Assessment
For knee, hip, calf and lower-limb pain, weakness, stiffness or reduced function.
Podiatry treatments
Comprehensive podiatry and preventative foot care
Specialist MSK services sit alongside the core podiatry treatments patients rely on for comfort, mobility and long-term foot health.
General Podiatry
Nail care, thickened nails, corns, callus and routine treatment for painful or difficult feet.
Ingrowing Toenails
Assessment, conservative treatment and nail surgery where a longer-term solution is required.
Verruca Treatment
Careful assessment followed by suitable options such as Swift or Verrutop when appropriate.
Orthotics
Over-the-counter prescription devices or custom orthoses selected according to clinical need.
Shockwave Therapy
A treatment option for selected persistent tendon and plantar heel conditions after appropriate assessment.
Preventative Foot Care
Ongoing care, footwear guidance and practical advice to help keep feet comfortable and active.
Advanced functional assessment
When the problem needs a wider lower-limb view
Persistent or activity-related injuries can need a more detailed assessment. Our enhanced 3D gait service checks your walking and running gait using the Run3D motion-capture system, alongside musculoskeletal tests, to build a clearer picture of what may be contributing to your symptoms.
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Whole-lower-limb protocol
Structured MSK testing extending beyond the local site of pain.
Dynamometry and ROM testing
Objective muscle-capacity and clinically relevant joint-movement measures.
Objective 3D movement data
Walking or running analysis considered alongside clinical findings and goals.
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Your treatment pathway
Your assessment guides the next step
Following your initial assessment, any recommendation for further services is based on the findings, your goals and the agreed treatment plan. Additional investigation or treatment is only suggested where it is likely to add useful clinical value.
- diagnostic foot and ankle ultrasound where indicated, unless already included in the combined advanced initial assessment
- 3D gait assessment of walking or running, including whole-lower-limb testing and consideration of custom orthotics where clinically appropriate
- Shockwave therapy for selected persistent tendon and plantar heel conditions
- Targeted rehabilitation, footwear advice, gait retraining or onward referral where required
Meet the clinical team
Specialist clinicians working across podiatry and physiotherapy
Different areas of expertise, connected by the same assessment-led approach and a shared focus on helping patients move, recover and stay active.
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Tim Greenwood
Specialist Sports Podiatrist | Foot & Ankle MSK Sonographer
Specialist foot and ankle assessment, sports podiatry, diagnostic ultrasound and functional 3D gait analysis.
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Podiatrist
Thoughtful, patient-centred podiatry care, including nail and skin treatment, ingrowing toenail care and verruca treatment.
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Ellen Moore
Senior Physiotherapist | Joining 14 November 2026
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation for sports injuries, post-surgery recovery and knee and lower-limb problems.
Patient reviews
What patients say about their care
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“Tim was knowledgeable, gave me time to explain what was wrong and explained everything he was doing. I now have a plan for recovery and feel confident going forward.”
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“I was treated by Niamh, who was very professional and pleasant and talked me through the procedure… Relief was instant. After a second appointment and some aftercare, my nail has come on great. No pain any more.”
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“I have used Steps Podiatry for a number of years and have found them to be excellent. Very professional and great service, with impeccable attention to detail… I trust them with my foot care.”
Visit the clinic
A professional and welcoming clinic in central Inverness
A modern, welcoming setting for podiatry, physiotherapy, specialist assessment, gait analysis and rehabilitation.
STEPS · Podiatry • Physio • Gait • Rehabilitation
22 Market Brae Steps, Inverness, IV2 3AB · 01463 797004
Frequently asked questions
Finding the right appointment
What is the difference between a specialist assessment and a podiatry appointment?
A specialist assessment is for pain, injury, instability or movement-related problems. A podiatry appointment is generally more suitable for nails, corns, callus, skin problems and routine foot care.
Which specialist assessment should I choose?
Most patients can begin with the £85 Specialist Foot & Ankle Assessment. The £130 combined option includes a focused diagnostic ultrasound scan during the same appointment.
What happens if ultrasound is recommended after the £85 assessment?
You can return for a £45 focused scan, keeping the total cost at the same £130 combined price.
Do you offer treatment for ingrowing toenails and verrucae?
Yes. The clinic offers assessment and treatment for ingrowing toenails, including nail surgery where appropriate, along with verruca assessment and treatment options.
Do you offer physiotherapy?
Yes. Physiotherapy launches on 14 November 2026, with Sports Injury Assessment, Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Assessment and Knee & Lower Limb Assessment available through the STEPS clinic.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Patients can book directly. Where medical review or another investigation is more appropriate, this will be explained and an onward referral can be recommended.
Who will I see?
Specialist foot and ankle, ultrasound and gait appointments are provided by Tim Greenwood. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation appointments are provided by Senior Physiotherapist Ellen Moore from 14 November 2026, while routine podiatry is provided by the clinic’s podiatry team.
Start with the right assessment or treatment
Book podiatry, specialist foot and ankle care, gait assessment or physiotherapy, or explore the service pages if you are not sure where to begin.