Podiatry / Chiropody Clinic

Our feet work hard every day, but they are often one of the most neglected parts of our body.

Small problems can easily be overlooked, but if left untreated, they can become uncomfortable, painful or affect the way you walk.

Our experienced Podiatrists provide professional routine foot care to help keep your feet healthy, comfortable and looking their best. We can assess your feet, identify the cause of any problems and provide appropriate treatment and advice to help prevent them from returning.

Some of the most common problems we can help with include:

• Hard skin and calluses – areas of thickened skin that can become uncomfortable or painful.
• Corns – areas of concentrated hard skin that can cause pressure and tenderness, particularly when walking.
• Fungal nails – changes to the appearance and texture of the toenails caused by fungal infection.
• Thickened nails – nails that have become difficult to cut or maintain and may cause discomfort.
• Cracked heels – dry, split skin around the heels which can sometimes become painful or bleed.
• Athlete’s foot – a common fungal infection that can cause itching, soreness, peeling or cracked skin.
• General nail and foot care – professional care to help maintain healthy feet and nails.

Our Podiatrists will make sure you are comfortable throughout your appointment and can provide advice on how to look after your feet between treatments.

Nail surgery is a minor surgical procedure that involves the removal of all of part of the toenail to provide a permanent solution to problematic ingrowing or misshapen nails.

Nail surgery might be the best option if you’re dealing with:

• Ongoing pain or swelling that makes walking uncomfortable.
• Frequent infections around the edge of your toenail.
• An ingrown nail that keeps coming back after routine trimming.
• Misshapen nails or very curved nails
• Fungal nail infections

First, a local anaesthetic is injected to completely numb your toe so you won’t feel any pain during the procedure. Next, a temporary band is placed at the base of the toe to minimise bleeding. Your podiatrist then removes either the troublesome nail edge or the entire nail, depending on your needs. Finally, a chemical is applied to the nail bed to stop that section from growing back.

Our team of podiatrists are experts in nail surgery, having successfully treated hundreds of patients with ingrown toenails.

With years of specialised training and clinical experience, they ensure every procedure is smooth, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.

You’ll be in safe, experienced hands from your initial assessment through to full recovery, helping you get back on your feet pain-free.

Verrucae are very common and can affect people of all ages. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and usually appear as small, rough areas of skin on the soles of the feet.

Although some verrucae cause no symptoms, others can become painful, particularly when pressure is placed on them while walking or standing.

At Birley Chiropractic & Podiatry, we offer cryotherapy and verruca needling as treatment options for verrucae.

What is verruca needling?

Verruca needling is an advanced podiatric treatment for persistent verrucae that haven’t responded to other treatments.

Because the verruca virus (HPV) lives only in the top layer of skin, your immune system often doesn’t notice it. During needling, the area is fully numbed with a local anaesthetic, so the procedure is completely painless. A fine needle is then used to puncture the verruca, pushing viral proteins deeper into the bloodstream to trigger a strong, natural immune response.

Why choose needling?

• High Success Rate: Roughly 80% of cases clear after a single treatment.
• Treats Secondary Lesions: Activating your immune system often clears untreated “satellite” verrucae elsewhere on your feet.
• Minimal Downtime: You can walk normally immediately after your appointment.

What is Cryotherapy?

Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses extreme cold to freeze the affected tissue. The freezing process causes damage to the targeted verruca tissue, allowing the body to gradually clear the treated area.

Your Podiatrist will assess the verruca and discuss the most appropriate treatment approach with you. They will also explain what you can expect following treatment and provide any necessary aftercare advice.

Verrucae can sometimes be persistent and may require more than one treatment, so your Podiatrist will monitor your progress and advise you on the next steps where necessary.

If you have a painful or persistent verruca, or you’re unsure whether a skin lesion is a verruca, our Podiatry team can assess it and advise you on the most appropriate course of action.

Biomechanical assessments are suitable for people who regularly suffer from foot, knee, ankle or hip pain. The main aim of a biomechanical assessment is to determine what is causing your pain. This is achieved through a thorough assessment which focuses on how your body moves.

In many cases foot orthotics are prescribed to give a long term solution for musculoskeletal problems caused by abnormalities in the foot. Foot orthotics are placed in the shoes or trainers and help create a normal walking function, with the long term aim of alleviating pain. If foot orthotics are not deemed suitable then our podiatrist will advise you on the next stages to be taken, which may include a referral to another therapist.

• Fully qualified, experienced and HCPC registered
• The highest treatment standards at affordable prices
• Private clinic which doesn't require a GP referral
• Extended weekday opening hours
• Our clinic is conveniently located in Sheffield S12 with good public transport links
• Top rated in patient reviews on Facebook, Google and Yell.com
• Our practitioners meet Westfield approved standards