Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation
We provide evidence-based Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation to reduce pain, restore movement, and help you return to daily activity, work, or sport with confidence. Our clinicians assess movement, loading patterns, strength, mobility, and biomechanics, then tailor a rehabilitation plan matched to your diagnosis and goals.
Treatment may include targeted exercise, load management, and supportive therapies such as shockwave therapy, orthotic therapy, manual therapy, dry needling, strapping, footwear advice, and more. Care is available across Pinehill, Smales Farm, Remuera, Botany, Hamilton East, Hamilton Central, and Bethlehem, with the same clinical standards at every Foot Foundation location.
Treatment Options
Our Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation services combine proven therapies with structured exercise and progressive management to support recovery and long-term function. Depending on your condition, your clinician may recommend one treatment approach or a combination of therapies to reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore confidence in movement.
Shockwave Therapy
High-energy sound waves stimulate healing, reduce pain and break down scar tissue for stubborn tendon and fascia conditions.
Orthotic Therapy
Custom-prescribed insoles improve alignment, reduce overload and support comfortable movement in daily life and sport.
Pre/Post Operative Rehabilitation
Structured programmes build strength before surgery and restore mobility, balance and function afterwards.
Pre-Pointe Assessments
Dance-specific screening ensures safe readiness for pointe by assessing strength, flexibility, alignment and control.
Pointe Shoe Fittings
Expert fittings match shoe design to foot type and technique to enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
Dry Needling
Fine needles release trigger points in tight muscles to relieve pain, reduce tension and improve function.
Strapping and Bracing
Targeted support stabilises joints, reduces strain and aids recovery during activity and rehabilitation.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on joint and soft-tissue techniques restore mobility, ease pain and complement exercise-based rehab.
Footwear Advice and Modifications
Personalised shoe recommendations and in-shoe adjustments improve comfort, support and pressure distribution.
Mobilisations and Manipulations
Targeted joint therapies to ease stiffness, improve range, and reduce pain performed by our expert clinicians to restore smooth, confident movement in your feet and ankles.
Soft Tissue Massage
Targeted foot and ankle therapy to release tension, ease pain, and improve circulation. Performed by expert clinicians to restore comfort, mobility, and overall wellbeing.
Exercise Prescription
A customised exercise program to build strength, improve mobility, and prevent future issues designed by expert clinicians to support lasting foot and ankle health.
Hydrotherapy
Gentle, water-based rehabilitation to ease pain, restore mobility, and strengthen the feet and ankles guided by expert clinicians in a safe, low-impact environment.
Chronic Pain Management
Personalised treatment programs to reduce long-term pain, restore movement, and improve quality of life guided by expert clinicians who understand chronic foot and ankle conditions.
Low Level Laser Therapy
A pain-free, non-invasive laser treatment that reduces inflammation and supports tissue healing, helping you recover faster and move more comfortably.
Book an Appointment at Foot Foundation
Foot and ankle problems can affect comfort, strength, mobility, and confidence in movement. At Foot Foundation, our Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation services are designed to deliver evidence-based care tailored to your diagnosis, activity level, and recovery goals.
Choose a clinic and time that suits you Pinehill, Smales Farm, Remuera, Botany, Hamilton East, Hamilton Central, Bethlehem, and our team will help you take the next step towards stronger movement, reduced pain, and long-term recovery.
