Sports Podiatry — Cockburn Central

Cockburn Podiatry’s sports podiatrists in Cockburn Central provide specialist assessment and treatment for foot and lower limb injuries affecting athletes and active people. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend parkrunner, our team understands the importance of keeping you active and returning you to your sport as quickly and safely as possible.

We see athletes from across Cockburn Central, South Lake, Yangebup, Atwell, Success, Hammond Park, Jandakot, Beeliar, Coogee and Baldivis.

Sports Conditions We Treat

  • Plantar fasciitis and heel pain — the most common sports foot injury
  • Achilles tendonitis and tendinopathy
  • Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)
  • Ankle sprains and ligament injuries
  • Stress fractures of the foot and lower leg
  • Peroneal tendinopathy
  • Plantar plate tears and forefoot pain
  • Morton’s neuroma
  • Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain) with biomechanical origin
  • Sever’s disease in young athletes
  • Blisters, black toenails, and other sporting skin and nail conditions

Sports Podiatry Services at Cockburn Podiatry

Gait Analysis & Biomechanical Assessment

Sports podiatry gait analysis and biomechanical assessment at Cockburn Podiatry south PerthA comprehensive biomechanical assessment is the foundation of effective sports podiatry. We assess your foot structure, joint ranges of motion, muscle strength and flexibility, and analyse your walking and running gait pattern. For runners, we perform a detailed running assessment to identify technique issues contributing to your injury.

Sports-Specific Orthotics

We prescribe sports orthotics for a wide range of activities including running, football, netball, basketball, cricket, golf, and cycling. Sports orthotics are designed with the specific demands of your sport in mind — different materials, profiles, and footwear requirements compared to everyday orthotics. Learn more about our custom orthotics →

Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy is particularly effective for chronic sports injuries that have not responded to rest and standard physiotherapy — especially plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and shin splints. It stimulates the healing process in chronically injured tissues and is performed here in our Cockburn clinic without any downtime. Learn more about shockwave therapy →

Return-to-Sport Rehabilitation Planning

We develop structured, sport-specific return-to-activity plans that allow you to rebuild load progressively without re-injury. We work with your coaches, physiotherapists, and GPs to provide coordinated care and realistic timelines.

Running Footwear Assessment

Inappropriate footwear is a leading cause of running injuries. We assess your running shoes for wear patterns, cushioning, and suitability for your foot type and gait, and provide specific recommendations from current models.

Taping & Strapping

Sports taping provides immediate support and pain relief for acute injuries, and can be used to assess the likely benefit of orthotics before committing to a prescription. We teach athletes and coaches self-taping techniques for ongoing management.

Injury Prevention Screening

For athletes who are not currently injured but want to reduce their injury risk, we offer lower limb biomechanical screening — ideal at the start of a season, after a significant increase in training load, or following a return from a previous injury.

Sports We Commonly See Athletes From

  • Running and triathlon (including parkrun and marathon training)
  • AFL and football
  • Netball and basketball
  • Cricket
  • Cycling and mountain biking
  • Swimming and water polo
  • Tennis and squash
  • Dance and gymnastics
  • CrossFit and gym training

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I see a physio or podiatrist for a running injury?

For injuries specifically involving the foot and ankle — plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, forefoot pain — a sports podiatrist is the ideal first call. We assess gait and biomechanics and can prescribe sports orthotics. We co-manage with physiotherapists where appropriate.

Can you help with recurring ankle sprains?

Yes. Chronic ankle instability from recurrent sprains is assessed and managed with strengthening programs, bracing recommendations, and custom orthotics to improve proprioception and stability.

Do I need a referral?

No referral needed. Call (08) 9417 3737 or book online. Health fund rebates are available for all sports podiatry services.

Don’t let foot pain keep you out of the game. Call (08) 9417 3737 or book online. Cockburn Podiatry is located in Cockburn Central, conveniently positioned for athletes from across south Perth.

Related services: Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis  |  Shockwave Therapy  |  Custom Orthotics