Podiatrist in Buderim
Sports and Structural Podiatry has looked after Sunshine Coast feet since the mid-1990s. Our clinic at Emporio Place in Maroochydore is about 12 minutes by car from Buderim, and you can book online or by phone. No referral is needed.
Close to home
Podiatry care for Buderim
Buderim sits on a hill, and many local walks, streets and bush tracks involve steep climbs and descents. Walking uphill asks more of your calves and Achilles tendons, and walking downhill puts more load through the front of the foot and the knees. If your feet or legs hurt on your usual walk, it is worth having them checked.
We see people of all ages, from children and teenagers in school sport to runners, people who are on their feet at work, and older adults who want to keep walking comfortably.
What we help with
Podiatry services
Each page below explains the condition or treatment, what to expect and when to book.
Sports injuries and running
Foot, ankle and lower leg injuries, with a gait and biomechanical assessment.
Heel pain
Including plantar fasciitis and pain at the back of the heel.
Achilles tendon pain
Pain anywhere from the heel bone up to the calf.
Shin pain
Including shin splints, often linked to training load and footwear.
Custom orthotics
Made from a 3D scan of your feet after a full assessment.
Foot mobilisation therapy (FMT)
Hands-on treatment to move stiff joints in the foot and ankle.
Ingrown toenails and nail surgery
From careful nail care to nail surgery under local anaesthetic.
Toenail bracing
A non-surgical option for curved or ingrown toenails.
Ball of foot pain and neuroma
Metatarsalgia and Morton's neuroma.
Corns and callus
Gentle removal, plus a look at what is causing the pressure.
Arthritis and ongoing foot pain
Stiff, painful joints and pain that has lasted for months.
Diabetic and ageing feet
Diabetic foot assessments and regular nail and skin care.
MLS laser therapy
A non-invasive light treatment used alongside other care.
Who you will see
Our podiatrists
All three of our podiatrists see patients from Buderim. Choose the podiatrist whose interests match your problem, or book with whoever suits your schedule.
Alana Underwood
Principal Podiatrist
B.Hlth.Sc (Pod), M.SportsMed (Hons). Special interest in sports podiatry and biomechanics.
Holly Wilcox
Senior Podiatrist
B.Hlth.Sc (Pod). Special interest in nail and skin care, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot assessments, orthotic therapy and footwear advice.
Hannah Oong
Senior Podiatrist
B.PodMed. Particular interest in treating ingrown toenails and in dry needling.
Your first visit
What happens at your first appointment
01
Your history
We ask about your symptoms, your work and activity, your footwear and any treatment you have already tried.
02
Examination
We examine your feet and legs and look at how they move when you walk, and run if that is relevant.
03
A clear explanation
We explain what we found in plain language and what is likely to be causing the problem.
04
A plan you agree to
We talk through the options, including costs, and agree a plan with you before treatment starts.
Finding us
Getting to our clinic from Buderim
- By car: about 7 km, around 12 minutes via Wises Road.
- By bus: Google Maps shows a bus option on route 617, around 22 minutes.
Our clinic is on the ground floor of Building 2 at Emporio Place, in the same building as Shine Lawyers and two doors down from The Emporio Pharmacy. Travel times are from Google Maps and change with the time of day and traffic.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How far is the clinic from Buderim?
About 7 km, which is around 12 minutes by car via Wises Road. Travel times change with traffic.
Do I need a referral?
No, you can book directly. If you hold a Department of Veterans' Affairs card, or your doctor is placing you on a Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plan, you will need a referral from your doctor.
Does Medicare cover podiatry?
Your doctor may decide you are eligible for treatment under a Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plan. If so, you receive a Medicare rebate after your consultation and pay a small gap. Please check with your doctor before your appointment.
Can I claim on my health fund?
Most health funds cover podiatry under extras cover. Check with your fund before your appointment to find out how much you can claim.
Book an appointment
Shop 202, Building 2, Ground Floor, 2 Emporio Place, Maroochydore QLD 4558
Book an AppointmentCall (07) 5479 1211