Podiatry & Orthotics for Punchbowl
If foot, heel or ankle pain is affecting your day in Punchbowl, our Bankstown podiatry clinic offers biomechanical assessment, gait analysis and orthotic therapy where appropriate. Our clinic at 1/50 Kitchener Parade, Bankstown is about 2 km north-west of Punchbowl, usually reached via Canterbury Road and Stacey Street.
- Biomechanical & gait assessment
- Custom & prefabricated orthotic options
- Adults, athletes & children
Conditions Where Orthotics May Help Punchbowl Patients
Many of the patients we see from Punchbowl are children and parents, so we have a strong focus on growing feet, children’s heel pain and walking patterns. Orthotic therapy is often part of management for In-Toeing & Out-Toeing, Growing Pains, plantar heel pain, alongside footwear advice, strengthening and stretching.
In-Toeing & Out-Toeing
Most rotational walking patterns improve with growth. Assessment helps explain what is normal and whether related foot symptoms need support.
Learn more about in toeing in childrenGrowing Pains
For children with growing pains and flat feet, orthoses may be considered alongside stretching and reassurance.
Learn more about growing pains in childrenPlantar Heel Pain
Heel cups, cushioning and custom foot orthoses may be considered to reduce heel loading for people who stand or walk for long periods.
Learn more about plantar heel painHypermobile Feet
Orthoses may support flexible feet and reduce fatigue when combined with strengthening.
Learn more about hypermobile feet in childrenFlat Feet in Children
When flat feet cause pain, fatigue or tripping, paediatric orthoses may be considered to support comfort during activity.
Learn more about flat feet in childrenSever’s Disease (Kids Heel Pain)
Research suggests heel raises and foot orthoses can help reduce heel pain in active children with Sever’s disease.
Learn more about severs disease in childrenHow Orthotic Therapy Works for Punchbowl Patients
Foot orthoses are shoe inserts designed to change how load is shared through the foot and lower limb. They may reduce strain on painful tissues, support foot posture and improve comfort during walking, work and sport.
- Assessment – history, foot posture, joint range, strength and a gait assessment.
- Discussion – whether orthoses are likely to help, and whether prefabricated or custom devices suit your needs.
- Fitting – orthoses are fitted to your everyday, work or sports footwear.
- Review – comfort and symptoms are reviewed, with adjustments where needed. Children’s orthoses are reviewed as feet grow.
Read our orthotics guide or learn more about orthotic therapy.
Getting to Our Clinic from Punchbowl
Punchbowl is Bankstown’s eastern neighbour, with busy local shops along The Boulevarde and plenty of families with school-aged children. The drive to our clinic along Canterbury Road or Stacey Street is usually short.
- 1/50 Kitchener Parade, Bankstown NSW 2200
- About 2 km from Punchbowl via Canterbury Road and Stacey Street
- Street parking nearby
- (02) 9060 6670
We also see patients from nearby Wiley Park, Roselands, Bankstown, Lakemba and Riverwood.
Foot & Ankle Conditions We Assess for Punchbowl Patients
Adult, sports and children’s podiatry conditions, including those commonly managed with orthoses.
Why Punchbowl Residents Choose Our Clinic
- Convenient Bankstown location, 2 km from Punchbowl
- Evidence-informed assessment and treatment planning
- Orthotic therapy considered only where clinically appropriate
- Care for adults, athletes and children
- Support for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants
- Clear explanations and shared decision-making
Punchbowl Podiatry & Orthotics – FAQs
Information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual assessment. Outcomes vary between individuals.
Visit Our Clinic
Conveniently located for patients from Punchbowl and surrounding suburbs. We offer onsite parking and easy access.
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Clinic Address
1/50 Kitchener Parade,
Bankstown NSW 2200 -
Phone Number
(02) 9060 6670
Suburbs We Serve Near Bankstown
Book an Appointment
If you live in Punchbowl and would like an assessment for heel pain, children’s foot concerns, sports injuries or to discuss whether orthotics may help, please get in touch.