Business Details
7 Years
experience
Expert Podiatry Care in London & Hertfordshire
At Ratna Podiatry, we specialise in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions with a patient-centred approach. Our practice combines extensive clinical experience with a commitment to accessible, compassionate care. With a background in hospital orthopaedic clinics and private practice, we address a wide range of issues including sports injuries, paediatric foot problems, and chronic pain. Our services extend to home visits for those requiring additional support, ensuring care is tailored to individual needs. We prioritise clear communication, offering follow-up consultations to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed. Our expertise includes biomechanical assessments, orthotics provision, and non-invasive solutions for conditions like ingrowing toenails and fungal infections.We collaborate with healthcare professionals across disciplines, including physiotherapists and footwear specialists, to deliver comprehensive care. Patient education forms a core part of our practice, empowering individuals to manage their conditions effectively. Our team maintains professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, adhering to rigorous standards of practice. Whether treating acute injuries or long-term mobility challenges, we focus on restoring function and improving quality of life through evidence-based interventions.
Services
Foot Pain
Leg Pain
Sports Injuries
Ingrowing Toenails
Paediatric Foot Care
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We provide follow-up consultations to ensure treatment effectiveness
- Our team holds hospital orthopaedic clinic experience
- Home visit options available for mobility-restricted patients
- Specialist footwear consultancy for complex cases
- Biomechanical gait assessments with tailored orthotics
Associations and certifications
- HCPC
What people say
Calming and nurturing
Excellent in helping
Holistic approach
Follows up
Safe and cared for
Services
Foot Pain
Specialist treatment for chronic foot pain through biomechanical assessments and custom orthotics. Addresses plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, and nerve-related discomfort using non-invasive techniques. Combines gait analysis with targeted exercises to restore mobility and reduce discomfort.
Sports Injuries
Comprehensive management of sports-related foot and ankle injuries. Provides gait retraining, strapping, and footwear advice to accelerate healing. Specialises in stress fractures, tendonitis, and ligament sprains with return-to-play protocols.
Ingrowing Toenails
Minimally invasive procedures for ingrowing toenails under local anaesthetic. Offers partial nail avulsion with phenolisation to prevent recurrence. Includes post-operative care and footwear guidance for optimal healing.
Paediatric Foot Care
Specialised assessment and treatment for children's foot and leg development issues. Addresses flat feet, intoeing, and growing pains through play-based interventions. Provides orthotics and gait retraining tailored to young patients.
Home Visits
Comprehensive foot care delivered at patients' residences for those with mobility challenges. Includes nail trimming, corn/callus management, and footwear assessments in home environments. Ensures continuity of care for housebound individuals.
People
Ratna Raichura
Podiatrist
HCPC-registered podiatrist with specialist experience in orthopaedic foot clinics. Lectures on falls prevention and teaches physiotherapists across the UK. Combines hospital expertise with private practice to deliver holistic foot care solutions.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including sports injuries, ingrowing toenails, fungal infections, paediatric foot problems, and chronic pain through biomechanical assessments.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for patients with mobility difficulties across London and Hertfordshire with full assessment and treatment capabilities.
How do follow-up consultations work?
Follow-up appointments monitor treatment progress via phone or in-person consultations, typically scheduled 2-6 weeks post-initial assessment to adjust care plans as needed.
What qualifications do you hold?
Our podiatrist holds MSc and BSc (Hons) qualifications, is a member of the Royal College of Podiatry, and maintains HCPC registration (CH13322) for professional standards.
Can you help with children's foot problems?
Yes, we specialise in paediatric foot and leg development issues, providing age-appropriate treatments for flat feet, intoeing, and growing pains through play-based therapy.
Reviews (5)
Michael McKay
Nov 15, 2021
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I saw Ratna yesterday and cannot praise her highly enough for her professionalism and skill in treating my ingrown toenails. For the first time in weeks I have no pain. I would have no hesitation in recommending her. Thank you Ratna.
Agnieszka Slomian
Feb 25, 2021
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I've chosen Ratna based on fantastic reviews and it was the best choice ever! Very professional and accurate, implemented a treatment and explained everything very well also in non medical terms so I was able to understand. The appointment room was very clean and i felt comfortable there. Also the price is really reasonable for such service. Thank you!
Palaga Hotico
Dec 03, 2020
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My partner is been seen by Ratna for a long time with bed ingrownails. She did a great job. She is kind with your feet but she's also an amazing person that she will definitely not looking to take your money for no reason!! He is much better now and he's seeing her only once every few months now!! I recommend her!!!!
Angela Brooke
Nov 11, 2020
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We have been seeing Ratna for three years and she has always been fantastic. Her knowledge is vast and she explains everything in great detail and always goes that extra mile trying to sort a problem. She is very patient and extremely pleasant with a very welcoming smile. Worth every penny
Karen Mann
Sep 07, 2020
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My daughter has had recurrent verucas for years and we have tried freezing them off in the past with no luck. Ratna has finally managed to help her overcome and heal these completely !! Ratna has the most incredible way about her. She was able to really engage my young daughter and get her on board with the treatment needed, a much gentler and far more holistic, more effective way to finally get rid of the verucas forever ! Ratna is so kind, thorough and professional and has been an incredible help and blessing. We are so grateful for her holistic approach and highly recommend her!!
