Consultant-led care for foot and ankle pain, nail problems and sports injuries.
Heel pain, a painful nerve in the ball of your foot, an ingrown toenail or an ankle that won’t settle can make every step uncomfortable. You deserve a clear diagnosis and treatment that gets you back on your feet.
Every appointment is with Mr Andrew Williams, a Consultant in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with more than 30 years’ experience. He was previously Head of Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery at the Countess of Chester Hospital, and a consultant in the Foot and Ankle Unit at Liverpool University Hospitals.
Mr Williams uses diagnostic ultrasound in his clinic to see what’s causing your pain and, where an injection will help, to guide it precisely.
You don’t need a GP referral to book.
Book an podiatry appointment with Mr Williams Call us on 01829 863 331Pain under the heel, often worst first thing in the morning or after resting. Plantar fasciitis is one of Mr Williams's specialist interests.
A painful, thickened nerve in the ball of the foot, usually between the third and fourth toes, which can feel like standing on a pebble.
Painful, ingrown or recurring toenail problems, including those that keep coming back after treatment.
Achilles tendon problems, ankle sprains, tendonitis and other foot and ankle injuries from sport or exercise.
Aches, stiffness or pain in the ankle or foot, whether it came on after an injury or has built up over time.
Lumps on the foot or ankle, such as ganglion cysts and inflamed bursae, that are painful or rub on footwear.
Flat feet, high arches, bunions and other structural problems that affect how you walk and cause discomfort.
Painful corns and areas of thickened, hard skin that build up under pressure and make walking uncomfortable.
Thickened, discoloured or crumbly toenails and fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot.
Regular foot checks and specialist care for people with diabetes, to spot problems early and help prevent complications such as ulcers.
Morton’s neuroma is a thickening of the tissue around a nerve between the toes, most often the third and fourth. It can cause sharp or burning pain in the ball of the foot, tingling or numbness in the toes, or a feeling like a pebble in your shoe. It’s often worse in tight or high-heeled shoes.
Mr Williams has a long-standing specialist interest in Morton’s neuroma. He uses diagnostic ultrasound in clinic to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes of forefoot pain, then talks you through your treatment options. These can include changes to footwear, padding and custom insoles.
Mr Williams was the first clinician to introduce cryosurgery for Morton’s neuroma to the NHS. This minimally invasive procedure uses argon gas to freeze the affected nerve through a small probe, without open surgery. This can be carried out at one of our partner hospitals.
Book an podiatry appointment with Mr Williams Call us on 01829 863 331
Mr Williams offers both non-surgical and minor surgical treatments here in Tarporley.
A painless scan of the tendons, ligaments, nerves and joints of the foot and ankle during your appointment, to confirm what’s causing your pain.
Cortisone (steroid) injections for conditions such as plantar fasciitis and ankle or foot arthritis, guided by ultrasound so they go exactly where they’re needed.
An assessment of how you walk or run, to find the cause of recurring foot, ankle, knee or hip pain and guide treatment such as insoles or exercises.
Custom insoles to support your feet, ease pressure on painful areas and correct problems with how you walk.
A minor procedure under local anaesthetic to treat painful or recurring ingrown toenails, by removing part or all of the nail.
Removal of a ganglion cyst or inflamed bursa on the foot or ankle that hasn’t settled with other treatment.
Minor surgical procedures on the skin and soft tissues of the foot.
Safe, painless removal of corns and hard skin, with advice on footwear and padding to stop them coming back.
Treatment for fungal nail and skin infections, including reducing thickened nails and advice on the most effective treatment for you.
Regular foot assessments for people with diabetes, checking circulation, sensation and skin, plus treatment for any problems found.
Your appointment is with Mr Williams from start to finish. Here’s what to expect.
Where it hurts, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and how it’s affecting your walking, work and activity.
Previous injuries, treatments and other health conditions, such as diabetes or arthritis. Bring any scan reports and the shoes you wear most.
A hands-on examination of your foot and ankle, checking movement, strength, sensation and how you stand and walk.
Mr Williams can scan your foot or ankle during the appointment to look at tendons, ligaments, nerves and joints.
A clear explanation of what’s causing your symptoms and your options, from insoles and exercises to injections or a minor procedure. Nothing goes ahead without your agreement.
Every podiatry appointment at Enigma Healthcare is with Mr Williams, from your first consultation to any treatment and follow-up.
Consultant in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
BSc (Hons), CFPMS, FFPM RCPS (Glasg), FCPS · HCPC [registration number — to add]
Mr Williams is a Consultant in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and a Musculoskeletal Scientist, with 34 years in the NHS. He was Head of Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery at the Countess of Chester Hospital, a consultant in the Foot and Ankle Unit at Liverpool and Aintree University Hospitals, and a visiting Research Fellow in Orthopaedic and Accident Surgery at the University of Liverpool.
He has been lead investigator in research into platelet-rich plasma, tendon disorders and cryoablation for Morton’s neuroma, and lectures nationally and internationally. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, where he is a regional mentor.
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Our clinic is for planned, non-emergency appointments. Seek urgent medical help if:
Go to A&E or call 999 in an emergency.
For urgent advice that isn’t an emergency, contact NHS 111. If you have diabetes, also contact your diabetes care team.
A podiatrist diagnoses and treats problems with the feet and ankles, from heel pain and nail problems to sports injuries and walking difficulties. A consultant in podiatric medicine and surgery, like Mr Williams, can also carry out ultrasound scans, injections and minor surgical procedures.
No. You can book directly with Mr Williams. If you’re using private health insurance, check with your insurer first, as they may ask for a GP referral.
Most people with plantar fasciitis improve with stretching, supportive footwear and insoles. If pain continues, an ultrasound-guided steroid injection may help. Mr Williams will confirm the diagnosis and recommend the right treatment for you.
Morton’s neuroma is usually diagnosed through an examination of the foot and an ultrasound scan, which shows the thickened nerve and rules out other causes of pain in the ball of the foot.
Yes, in many cases. Nail surgery under local anaesthetic can remove the part of the nail that’s growing in, and treat the nail bed so that section doesn’t grow back.
Gait analysis is an assessment of how you walk or run. It can show how your feet, ankles and legs move and help explain recurring pain in the feet, knees or hips.
Yes. Mr Williams provides foot checks and specialist foot care for people with diabetes, including checking circulation and sensation and treating corns, calluses and nail problems. Regular checks help spot problems early, before they lead to complications.
Yes. We accept private health insurance through major insurers, including AXA, Bupa and Vitality, as well as patients paying for themselves. Check with your insurer that your policy covers your appointment.
Not sure whether you need a podiatrist, or which appointment to book?
Send us your question and a member of our team will get back to you personally.
Prefer to talk straight away? Call us on 01829 863 331.
