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Expert Podiatry Services in Bristol
Footworks is an accredited, innovative chiropody and podiatry clinic established in Bristol over 15 years ago. Our team of highly qualified podiatrists specialises in treating a comprehensive range of foot health conditions, including nail surgery, biomechanics, verruca treatments, and skin surgery. We utilise advanced techniques such as video gait analysis, pressure measurement, and cryotherapy to provide long-term solutions for both general and complex foot care needs. Located in Hotwells, our clinic serves patients across Bristol and surrounding areas, offering accessible care with flexible appointment times.Our practitioners hold advanced qualifications in sports podiatry, musculoskeletal conditions, and injection therapies, ensuring expert treatment for patients of all ages. We accept private health insurance and provide tailored care plans to meet individual medical requirements while maintaining a patient-centred, evidence-based approach.
Services
Podiatry Treatments
Biomechanics
Nail Surgery
Verruca Treatments
Skin Surgery
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of specialist podiatry experience in Bristol
- Our team holds advanced qualifications in sports and musculoskeletal podiatry
- We utilise cutting-edge diagnostic technologies including gait analysis
- We provide tailored treatment plans for both general and complex foot conditions
- Our practitioners maintain active NHS and private healthcare experience
Services
Podiatry Treatments
Footworks provides comprehensive podiatry treatments for all foot health needs. Our services include routine foot care, musculoskeletal assessments, and specialist treatments for both acute and chronic conditions. We treat patients of all ages with a focus on preventative care and long-term foot health solutions. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern diagnostic technologies to ensure accurate assessments and effective treatment plans.
Biomechanics
Our biomechanical assessments identify movement-related foot problems using advanced diagnostic tools. The service includes pressure measurement plate analysis and gait pattern evaluation to diagnose issues affecting walking or running mechanics. Treatment may involve custom orthotics, footwear advice, or exercise programmes to address conditions like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and knee pain caused by foot dysfunction.
Nail Surgery
We offer permanent toenail solutions for ingrowing or damaged nails. Our procedures use phenol chemical matrixectomy or surgical techniques to prevent nail regrowth. The service includes local anaesthesia, post-operative care, and healing support with success rates exceeding 95%. We treat both partial and full nail removal cases with individualised aftercare plans.
Verruca Treatments
Footworks provides multiple verruca treatment options including cryotherapy, needling, and Swift microwave therapy. Our specialists assess each case to determine the most effective approach, combining immune system stimulation with targeted viral cell destruction. The service includes follow-up appointments to monitor progress and ensure complete lesion resolution over 6-12 weeks.
Skin Surgery
Our skin surgery service treats foot skin conditions through biopsies and excisions. We specialise in removing benign lesions under local anaesthesia while following NICE guidelines for skin cancer detection and referral. The service includes dermoscopy assessment, histology analysis of removed tissue, and ongoing monitoring for patients with suspicious skin changes or chronic foot conditions.
People
Naomi Green
Owner / Podiatrist
Naomi Green is a highly experienced podiatrist with an MSc in Biomechanics and specialist expertise in sports injuries. With over 20 years NHS and private practice experience, she has lectured internationally on gait analysis and orthotic prescription. She maintains HCPC registration and has worked with athletes from amateur to professional levels.
Ruth Giffney
Associate Podiatrist
Ruth Giffney specialises in nail surgery and therapeutic injections with extensive NHS and private practice experience. She completed advanced training in skin surgery, corticosteroid injections, and diabetic foot care. As a Bupa-registered podiatrist, she provides comprehensive nail and skin treatments while maintaining active NHS roles during the pandemic.
Emma Barnes
Associate Podiatrist
Emma Barnes is a musculoskeletal podiatrist and foot sonographer with specialist NHS experience. She established Bristol's homeless podiatry service and provides festival medical support. With postgraduate qualifications in sports medicine and ultrasound imaging, she combines diagnostic expertise with general foot care treatments for diverse patient needs.
Sarah Gillies
Associate Podiatrist
Sarah Gillies offers comprehensive foot care with specialist expertise in nail surgery and verruca treatments. With first-class honours in podiatry and extensive private practice experience, she treats patients of all ages while maintaining active involvement in sports medicine through local athletic leagues and community health initiatives.
Sinead Collins
Associate Podiatrist
Sinead Collins brings over 25 years NHS and private podiatry experience to her role. Specialising in musculoskeletal assessment and diabetic foot care, she has completed advanced training in injection therapy. Her career includes establishing private clinics and providing domiciliary care while pursuing postgraduate qualifications in independent prescribing.
Questions
What podiatry services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive podiatry care including nail surgery, biomechanical assessments, verruca treatments, skin surgery, and musculoskeletal evaluations using advanced diagnostic technologies.
Do you accept private health insurance?
Yes, we accept most major private medical insurance providers. Please check with us before booking to confirm your coverage details.
What are your clinic hours?
We operate Monday to Saturday with appointments available from 8:30am to 7:30pm on selected days. Specific times vary by weekday as shown in our schedule.
Do you offer emergency foot care?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases and can usually accommodate acute foot problems within our regular operating hours.
Can you treat sports-related foot injuries?
Yes, our team specialises in sports podiatry with expertise in treating musculoskeletal injuries, gait abnormalities, and performance-related foot conditions for athletes at all levels.
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Reviews (4)
Esme Lee
Jan 28, 2022
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I really appreciated the voicemail and email to check up on how I was after the procedure. I feel well cared for. The receptionist was friendly and helpful and all the staff seem to remember their clients and are friendly.
Ruth was also very good at explaining the procedure as well as the science behind my condition which I really appreciated.
Ruth was also very good at explaining the procedure as well as the science behind my condition which I really appreciated.
Sue Hazel
Jan 26, 2022
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Delighted with the service from Ruth and the reception team. I've just started returning to training at the climbing wall after a two month layoff following surgery for an involuted toenail. From start to finish the information and communication was first class, and Ruths excellent people skills helped allayed any apprehensiveness about the procedure. I thoroughly recommend this practise.
Roxana Capper
Dec 15, 2021
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I've seen two separate podiatrists here for new issues and both were amazing -- incredibly knowledgeable and able to clearly communicate the situation to a layperson! I'm very happy with this clinic.
Christopher Paine
Jul 21, 2021
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I went for a gait analysis. The analysis is thorough and this is the main thing i was hoping for. These issues are complicated to understand. Prior to footworks i had not received a satisfactory diagnosis elsewhere so it was welcome to receive a detailed analysis from footworks. Footworks report was technical in nature and being picky i would have preferred having things explained additionally at a laypersons level of understanding. A follow up call or offer to come back into the clinic to discuss would also have been welcome for someone like me that wants to understand the underlying problem,
