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Expert Podiatry Services in Bath
Bath Podiatry Services was founded by Nicola Jane Sheringham-Smith, a highly qualified podiatrist with extensive experience in foot care and biomechanics. With a background as a classically trained dancer and gymnast, Nicola combines her deep understanding of movement with advanced academic qualifications, including three master's degrees and a diploma in Podiatric Sports Medicine. Our clinic specialises in treating a wide range of foot conditions, from athlete's foot and ingrown toenails to complex biomechanical issues requiring gait analysis and custom orthotics. We prioritise patient comfort and accessibility, offering home visits, evening appointments, and a fully enhanced DBS-checked practitioner for children's foot care. Our approach integrates evidence-based treatments with personalised care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients of all ages.We maintain rigorous professional standards, adhering to HCPC regulations and continuously updating our expertise through postgraduate education. The clinic's commitment to excellence is reflected in our focus on long-term foot health solutions, including preventative care and rehabilitation for sports injuries. We utilise modern diagnostic techniques to address both acute and chronic conditions, with particular expertise in managing diabetic foot complications and paediatric gait abnormalities. Our services extend beyond clinical treatment to include patient education on foot hygiene and self-care practices. This holistic approach has earned us consistent positive feedback from patients, including professional athletes and dancers requiring specialised care.
Services
Gait Analysis
Custom Orthotics
Diabetic Foot Care
Ingrown Toenails
Sports Injuries
Verrucae Treatment
Biomechanical Assessments
Children's Foot Problems
Fungal Nail Infections
Plantar Fasciitis
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist sports podiatry expertise for dancers and athletes
- Our practitioner holds three master's degrees in podiatric specialisms
- We provide home visits for patients with mobility challenges
- Our clinic has enhanced DBS clearance for children's foot care
- We combine biomechanical analysis with custom orthotic solutions
Associations and certifications
- Royal College of Podiatry
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
What people say
Excellent podiatrist
Highly professional service
Cured toenail fungus
Best chiropodist I've had
Reliable emergency service
Services
Gait Analysis
Our comprehensive gait analysis identifies biomechanical issues causing foot, knee, hip or back pain. Using advanced techniques, we assess your walking pattern to create custom treatment plans. This service helps dancers, athletes and regular patients improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Custom Orthotics
We create tailored orthotic solutions for day shoes and specialist footwear. Our custom insoles address biomechanical imbalances and provide relief for chronic pain. The process involves detailed assessment and follow-up to ensure optimal fit and function.
Diabetic Foot Care
Our specialist diabetic foot care prevents complications through regular check-ups and treatment. We manage dry/cracked heels, calluses and circulation issues. The service includes patient education on daily foot care routines and early warning signs.
Sports Injury Podiatry
We treat sports-related foot injuries with rehabilitation programs tailored to athletes' needs. The service includes injury prevention strategies and biomechanical assessments for performance improvement. Special focus on dancers and gymnasts' specific requirements.
Children's Foot Problems
Our clinic addresses childhood foot issues like tiptoe walking and pigeon toes. We provide gentle treatments and developmental assessments. The service includes parental guidance on monitoring children's foot development and appropriate footwear.
People
Nicola Jane Sheringham-Smith
Podiatrist
Nicola Jane is a registered podiatrist with three master's degrees and 30 years' experience in dance and sports medicine. She specialises in biomechanics and children's foot care, offering home visits and evening appointments.
Questions
What podiatry services do you offer?
We treat all foot conditions including gait analysis, orthotics, ingrown nails, sports injuries, and diabetic foot care.
Do you offer emergency appointments?
Yes, we provide emergency appointments for urgent foot care needs with minimal discomfort.
Can you treat children?
Yes, our practitioner has enhanced DBS clearance and specialises in children's foot problems.
Do you provide home visits?
Yes, we offer home visits for patients unable to attend the clinic in Bath.
What qualifications does your podiatrist have?
Nicola Jane holds three master's degrees and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
