Your feet and ankles carry you through every match, training session, hill walk and daily step. When injury or pain stops you in your tracks, our specialist foot and ankle surgery service gets you back doing what you love — safely and quickly.
What is Foot & Ankle Surgery?
Foot and ankle surgery covers the diagnosis and treatment (both non-surgical and surgical) of all conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related parts of the lower leg. Our consultant orthopaedic surgeons have particular expertise in sports-related injuries, which are extremely common in Northern Ireland because of football, rugby, running and hiking.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
- Achilles tendon injuries (tendinopathy & ruptures)
- Ankle ligament injuries & chronic instability (the classic “rolled ankle” that keeps happening)
- Cartilage (osteochondral) defects of the ankle
- Stress fractures & high-impact injuries in sports
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain syndrome
- Bunions (hallux valgus) and lesser toe deformities
- Arthritis of the foot and ankle (including post-traumatic arthritis)
- Flat feet or high arches causing pain during sport
- Morton’s neuroma and forefoot pain
- Tendon problems (posterior tibial, peroneal)
Sports-focused approach Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a club Gaelic footballer, a marathon runner or a school rugby player, we understand the demands you place on your feet and ankles. We work closely with physiotherapists, podiatrists and strength & conditioning coaches to offer fast-return-to-play pathways whenever possible.
Treatments We Offer
- Advanced keyhole (arthroscopic) ankle surgery
- Achilles tendon repair & reconstruction techniques
- Ankle ligament reconstruction & lateral ligament repair
- Cartilage restoration (microfracture etc)
- Shockwave therapy & PRP injections (non-surgical options)
- Bunion correction
- Ankle arthritis treatment from injections to ankle fusion or replacement
- Custom orthotics and gait analysis
Why Choose Us in Hillsborough?
- Consultant-led service with years of specialist foot & ankle fellowship training
- Rapid access appointments – often within 1–2 weeks
- On-site imaging when needed
- Close links with local sports clubs and physiotherapists across Co. Down and beyond
- Clear communication – we’ll explain everything in plain English
If pain or injury is holding you back on the pitch, on the roads or even just walking the dog, get in touch today.
