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At Performance Physio Fitness Health, our comprehensive podiatry services are led by Senior Podiatrist Bart Stenhouse. An Accredited Podiatrist and member of the Australian Podiatry Association,

Bart brings a wealth of multi-state experience to our clinical team. Having overcome a congenital foot condition himself through expert medical intervention, Bart is deeply driven to help patients eliminate pain, optimize movement, and keep their feet healthy and functional.

 

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Foot & Ankle Pain Management

Foot and ankle pain can dramatically disrupt your lifestyle, and when alignment issues exist, they frequently trigger compensatory strain ascending into the knees, hips, and lower back. We conduct a comprehensive initial biomechanical assessment to pinpoint the root cause of your discomfort.

Our evidence-based treatment modalities target a wide range of conditions—including plantar fasciitis, heel pain, Achilles tendon pain, neuromas, big toe pain, ankle sprains, bunions, stress fractures, shin splints, arthritis, and sesamoiditis. Depending on your clinical presentation, your tailored management plan may incorporate custom 3D printed or EVA orthoses, advanced shockwave therapy, specialized footwear advice, and targeted lower limb exercise prescription to build long-term musculoskeletal resilience.

Diabetic Assessments & Neurovascular Reviews

For patients living with systemic chronic illnesses like Diabetes, proactive foot care is vital. We perform thorough diabetic foot assessments and neurovascular reviews to evaluate peripheral circulation, sensory nerve function, and skin integrity.

Following your clinical assessment, we provide detailed, timely diagnostic reports back to your referring General Practitioner or specialist to ensure seamlessly coordinated care and minimize the risk of long-term diabetes-related foot complications.

Orthotic Review

If you are currently experiencing foot discomfort or simply seeking a second opinion on your long-term management, we provide detailed assessments of your existing orthoses. We evaluate whether or not your current devices are providing the necessary correction or if they require adjustment, refurbishment, or replacement due to wear and tear. Should you require new interventions, we offer a range of solutions, including custom 3D printed and EVA orthoses, SMO as well as specialized Ritchie Brace prescriptions for complex bracing needs.

Ingrown Toenail Assessment & Treatment

Ingrown toenails can be intensely painful and prone to recurrent infection. We offer tiered interventions matching the severity of your condition, ranging from gentle conservative, non-surgical management to non-invasive Onyfix nail bracing systems.

For severe, chronic, or deeply curved nails, Bart performs highly effective in-clinic surgical solutions under local anaesthetic, including Partial Nail Avulsions (PNA) and Total Nail Avulsions (TNA) paired with chemical matrix sterilization to deliver a permanent cure.

Expert Footwear Advice

Your footwear serves as the crucial foundation for every step you take, whether you are an elite athlete or navigating daily life. We offer clinical footwear analysis and recommendations for athletes and non-athletes alike. Our tailored advice helps optimize performance and reduce loading patterns for individuals struggling with chronic foot or ankle pain, as well as those managing degenerative joint changes caused by Osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid arthritis.

General Nail & Skin Care Concerns

Maintaining basic foot hygiene and skin health is essential for preventing pain and local infections. We provide professional, hygienic care and treatment for a full spectrum of general dermatological and nail concerns. This includes the pain-free reduction and removal of painful corns and calluses, and the expert clinical management of blisters, localized lower limb wounds, plantar warts (verrucae), fungal nail infections, and thickened or ingrown nails.

Children's Foot & Alignment Biomechanical Assessments

Paediatric structural development significantly impacts lifelong mobility. We offer dedicated paediatric biomechanical and alignment assessments to evaluate and track your child's musculoskeletal growth. We assess, monitor, and treat a broad range of childhood gait variations and developmental concerns—including intoeing (pigeon-toeing), out-toeing, knock knees, persistent toe walking, club foot (talipes), and generalized growing pains.

Sports Biomechanics & Performance Advice

Moving from a professional background in the music industry to podiatry, Bart balances high-precision technical care with a personal passion for staying active. Drawing on his personal experience in running and martial arts, he provides specialized sports biomechanics advice and specific foot conditioning exercises.

These tailored protocols are designed to strengthen the intrinsic foot musculature, enhance balance, and reduce injury risks for runners, martial artists, dancers, and athletes across all sporting disciplines.

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