Foot and lower limb care in Santacruz, Mumbai
Our podiatrists examine, diagnose and help prevent problems of the foot and lower limb using mechanical and biomechanical treatment. Biomechanics is the study of how your body moves, and we use detailed biomechanical assessments to see where load, alignment or sensation is going wrong.
Many foot alignment problems, heel pain and arch problems respond well to custom insoles. We also look after diabetic feet, where regular screening and good footwear help prevent small problems becoming serious ones. If your pain starts in the foot but shows up in the knee or lower back, we can work with our physiotherapy team on the whole chain.
Conditions we support
Pain and deformity
- Heel pain, heel spur and plantar fasciitis
- Flat feet and arch disorders
- Bunion
- Hammer toe
- Deformed ankle
- Knee and foot deformity
- Knee pain linked to foot alignment
Skin and nails
- Corns and callus
- Warts
- Ingrown toenails
- General nail care
Systemic and complex cases
- Diabetic foot
- Burning feet
- Rheumatoid arthritis of the foot and ankle
- Pregnancy-related foot problems
- Lower limb amputation and artificial limbs
How treatment works
Foot assessment
Pressure scan, gait analysis, a sensation test and, where needed, a vascular check, so we measure rather than guess.
Diagnosis and plan
We explain what the results mean and which treatment, insole or footwear change will help.
Treatment and orthotics
Treatment in clinic, plus custom orthotics, insoles, footwear or prosthetic advice made around your assessment.
Education and follow-up
We show you how to prevent the problem returning and review you at suitable intervals.
Assessment facilities in the clinic
Static foot scan
Scans you standing to show how pressure is spread across each foot.
Dynamic foot scan
Records the foot in motion while you walk or run, through the whole gait cycle.
Postural foot scan
Picks up imbalance in the musculoskeletal system and lets you watch postural changes over time.
Vascular assessment
Doppler studies that record blood flow waveforms and numerical data in real time.
Neuropathy assessment
A vibrometer (bioesthesiometer) checks for loss of sensation, the main reason diabetic patients can injure their feet without feeling pain.
Diabetic foot care and foot ulcers
Diabetes can reduce feeling in the feet and the blood supply to them. A blister, cut or pressure spot can then go unnoticed and heal slowly, and infection is a common complication. A diabetic foot ulcer is a breakdown of the skin on the foot that can develop quickly and be difficult to heal. If an ulcer is present, an X-ray is important to check whether the bone is involved.
Common causes
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Poor blood supply (vascular insufficiency)
- Loss of sensation in the foot
- Ill-fitting shoes
What a podiatrist may do
- Examine the foot and the wound
- Debridement and wound care
- Arrange laboratory tests
- Coordinate with your doctor, endocrinologist, vascular surgeon or infection specialist
- Prescribe orthotics where needed
What you can do
Consult a podiatrist promptly if you have diabetes and notice a wound, blister, redness, swelling, numbness or burning in your foot, and tell your doctor's office. Self-treatment is not recommended for this serious condition.
Frequently asked questions
What does a podiatrist do?
A podiatrist diagnoses and treats problems of the foot, ankle and lower limb. That includes heel pain, flat feet, nail and skin problems, diabetic foot care, and insoles or orthotics to correct how you load your feet.
Do I need custom insoles?
Not everyone does. We decide after a biomechanical assessment and pressure scan. When insoles are the right answer, they are made from your own scan and assessment rather than picked off a shelf.
I have diabetes. How often should my feet be checked?
It depends on your individual risk, including sensation and circulation. We test both and then set follow-up visits at intervals that suit you.
Do you treat heel pain and plantar fasciitis?
Yes. Heel pain, heel spurs and plantar fasciitis are common reasons patients visit our podiatry clinic in Mumbai, and treatment usually combines assessment of your gait with insoles, exercise or physiotherapy.
Can you help with corns, calluses and ingrown toenails?
Yes. We treat corns, calluses, warts and ingrown toenails in clinic.
Where is your podiatry clinic?
At Jay Apartment, above Punjab National Bank on Linking Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai. It is a short journey from Vile Parle, Bandra, Khar and Kalina.