Podiatrists specialise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs.
Common problems treated by a podiatrist include:
- foot pain
- fungal nail infections
- verrucae (plantar warts)
- ingrown toenails
- corns and callus
- thickened or painful nails
- cracked heels
At our podiatry clinic in Hereford we regularly treat patients of all ages with both routine foot care needs and more complex foot conditions.
You should consider seeing a podiatrist if you experience:
- persistent foot pain
- thickened or discoloured nails
- ingrown toenails
- painful corns or callus
- verrucae that are not improving
- difficulty cutting or managing your nails
Many foot problems gradually worsen if left untreated. Seeing a podiatrist early often makes treatment quicker and more straightforward.
No. You do not need a referral to see a podiatrist privately. You can book directly with our podiatry clinic in Hereford without seeing your GP first. Many patients choose private podiatry because they can usually be seen much sooner than through NHS services.
If your GP has referred you, you are of course welcome to bring any notes or letters with you, but this is not necessary
The cost of podiatry treatment depends on the type of appointment and the treatment required.
Initial General podiatry appointments at our Hereford clinic typically start from around £75, with specialised treatments priced accordingly.
You can view our full list of podiatry treatment options and prices when booking online. If you are unsure which appointment to choose, our team will be happy to advise.
Yes, our Podiatrists and Physiotherapists are HCPC registered (Health & Care Professions Council).
This is an important registration which maintains the highest standards of care. You can check if health care professionals are registered by clicking here.
Working alongside our HCPC registered team members we have practitioners in roles that are not regulated by the HCPC. At the time of writing this includes a Podiatry Apprentice and Foot Health Practitioner. We ensure that everyone who works for Infinite Podiatry & Physio has the appropriate level of education, experience and insurance for the care they provide, so you can be confident in every single member of our team.
In the UK, Chiropodist and Podiatrist mean the same thing. Both titles are legally protected and can only be used by professionals who have completed an approved qualification and are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Historically, the term chiropodist was used to describe practitioners providing routine foot care such as nail cutting, corn and callus removal. As the profession developed and treatments became more advanced, the term podiatrist became more widely used to reflect the broader scope of modern foot healthcare.
Today, podiatrists diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions including:
• ingrown toenails
• fungal nail infections
• verrucae
• corns and callus
• foot pain and biomechanical problems
• diabetic foot complications
While providing routine foot care, podiatrists also assess circulation, nerve function and other health factors that can affect the feet.
At Infinite Podiatry in Hereford, we may also have Foot Health Professionals (FHPs) on our team. They provide routine foot care and work closely with our podiatrists to ensure patients receive the most appropriate treatment.
For all Podiatry appointments we ask that you wear the shoes you most commonly wear. Don’t put your best shoes on just for us! We like to see the shoes you live in most, as they can have a big impact on your feet and on our advice to you.
For Physiotherapy and Biomechanics Podiatry Consultation please wear comfortable clothes which you can move around in. Shorts or trousers which can be rolled up to the knee are needed to allow us to see how your feet and legs are moving, if this is relevant to your problem. Please ensure the site of your pain is accessible to your practitioner.
We are located right on the edge of the High Town pedestrianised zone and are lucky enough to have several parking options open to us.
On street parking – there is disabled on street parking available within 50ft of the clinic on Offa St. There is further disabled and general parking available on St Peter’s Square and continuing onto St Owen’s street, within approximately 300ft.
Gaol St and Bath Street car parks are a short 2 minute walk from the clinic.
Many of our patients choose to park at Tesco and combine their weekly shop with a visit to us!