- Sports Foot & Ankle Clinic
Sports Foot & Ankle Clinic
Whether you are a recreational runner, a keen golfer, a competitive athlete or someone who simply enjoys an active lifestyle, foot and ankle injuries can have a significant impact on your performance and quality of life. Mr Anjum Rashid provides specialist assessment and treatment for the full spectrum of sports-related foot and ankle conditions, focused on an accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and a safe, timely return to activity.
The clinic welcomes patients of all ages and activity levels, from weekend recreational exercise through to elite and professional sport.
SYMPTOMS
- Recreational runners
- Marathon and endurance athletes
- Football and rugby players
- Tennis, squash and padel players
- Golfers
- Cyclists
- Dancers
- Hikers and hill walkers
- Gym enthusiasts
- Elite and professional athletes
Tailored Goals
Whether your goal is returning to competitive sport or simply walking comfortably again, every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs.
Every consultation includes a thorough, structured assessment designed to reach an accurate diagnosis before any treatment is recommended.
Included In Your Assessment
- A detailed history of your symptoms and sporting activities
- Clinical examination
- Gait assessment where appropriate
- Review of previous investigations
- Interpretation of X-rays, MRI and CT scans
- Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options
Further Imaging
Additional imaging may be arranged where necessary to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Returning to activity safely is an important part of recovery. Mr Rashid provides guidance throughout rehabilitation, helping patients progress through each stage of recovery before returning to:
Non-Operative Options
- Activity modification
- Physiotherapy
- Footwear advice
- Orthotic assessment
- Targeted injections where appropriate
- Rehabilitation programmes
Individualised Advice
Advice is individualised according to the injury, healing progress, and the physical demands of the patient’s chosen activity.
Sport places considerable demands on the foot and ankle. Acute injuries and overuse conditions are common in runners, footballers, rugby players, racquet sport athletes, and recreational sports participants.
Common Injuries
- Ankle sprains
- Achilles tendon injuries
- Stress fractures
- Cartilage injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Peroneal tendon injuries
- Midfoot injuries
- Forefoot overload
Assessment
Every sporting injury is different. Accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure the correct treatment and avoid long-term complications or recurrent injury. Mr Rashid provides a comprehensive assessment using clinical examination together with advanced imaging where appropriate.
Treatment
Most sporting injuries respond to non-operative treatment including physiotherapy, rehabilitation and activity modification. Surgery is reserved for injuries that fail to recover or require anatomical repair.
Return to Sport
Rehabilitation programmes are tailored to the individual athlete, with a focus on restoring strength, balance, agility and confidence before returning safely to sport.
Early assessment can often prevent a relatively minor injury from becoming a long-term problem. You should consider seeking specialist assessment if you have:
Signs to Look Out For
- Persistent pain lasting more than a few weeks
- Recurrent ankle sprains or instability
- Pain that prevents you from exercising
- A suspected stress fracture
- Ongoing symptoms despite physiotherapy
- A sports injury requiring a second opinion
Why Timing Matters
Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment can help optimise recovery and reduce the risk of further injury.
About Mr Rashid
Mr Anjum Rashid is a Clinical Lead and Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough. He also works at Tees Valley Hospital, Woodlands Darlington, and Tyneside Surgical Services Newcastle.
Contact Info
Middlesbrough · Darlington · Newcastle