An ankle sprain refers to tearing of the ligaments of the ankle. The most common ankle sprain occurs on the lateral or outside part of the ankle. This is an extremely common injury which affects many people during a wide variety of activities. It can happen in the setting of an ankle fracture.
PAIN, INJURIES, & CONDITIONS
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Sprain & Instability
- Arthritis & Gout (Feet & Legs)
- Arthritis in Knee
- Big Toe Joint Arthritis
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Calf Pain
- Capsulitis
- Claw Toe
- Diabetes
- Flat Feet
- Foot Callus and Corns
- Fracture
- Fungal Infection Nails
- Heel Pain
- Ingrown Toenail Treatment & Surgery
- Knee Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Wart
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sever’s Disease
- Toe Fracture
PAIN, INJURIES, & CONDITIONS
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Sprain & Instability
- Arthritis & Gout (Feet & Legs)
- Arthritis in Knee
- Big Toe Joint Arthritis
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Calf Pain
- Capsulitis
- Claw Toe
- Diabetes
- Flat Feet
- Foot Callus and Corns
- Fracture
- Fungal Infection Nails
- Heel Pain
- Ingrown Toenail Treatment & Surgery
- Knee Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Wart
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sever’s Disease
- Toe Fracture
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FAQS
Podiatry is an Allied Health profession that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and management of all conditions related to the foot and lower limb. This can include foot and ankle injuries, skin and nail problems, foot complications related to diabetes and other medical conditions and problems with gait or walking. Podiatrists treat people of all ages – from little kids and their developing feet, to keeping adults active, right through to helping our aging population stay mobile.
A Podiatrist must have completed a University Degree and be registered with the Podiatry Board of Australia. FootMotion podiatrists have completed additional ongoing professional development and are recognised as Accredited Podiatrists by the Australasian Podiatry Council.
No, for the majority of podiatry related problems you do not require a doctor’s referral. Simply make an appointment to see one of our Podiatrists. However, if you are eligible to have your treatment covered through:
- WorkCover
- The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), or
- The Chronic Disease ManagementScheme through Medicare (formerly known as Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Scheme)
Podiatry services are usually covered by Private Health Insurance Extras but you will need to check the details of your individual policy with your health fund. Throughout your treatment, we can provide you with individual item numbers to help you check with your fund. We have on-the-spot health fund claiming available at the practice.
If you are eligible for the Chronic Disease Management Program (formerly known as the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Scheme) you will be able to have your allocated appointments bulk-billed through Medicare. Please discuss this program with your GP who will determine if you are eligible.