Podcura Podiatry @Balance Health

Our Team

Kelly Ashforth (MRCPod) - Clinic Director & HCPC Podiatrist

Kelly Ashforth

HCPC Registered Podiatrist | MRCPod | BSc (Hons) Podiatry

Podcura was founded by Kelly Ashforth, an HCPC-registered podiatrist and member of the Royal College of Podiatry.

Kelly graduated with a First Class Honours degree in Podiatry and brings a strong scientific background to clinical practice, having previously completed both a degree and a Master’s degree in Biology.

Kelly has a particular interest in understanding the underlying causes of foot and lower limb problems and takes a thorough, evidence-based approach to assessment and treatment. Her aim is to help patients improve comfort, mobility and confidence through personalised treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.

Clinical Interests

Kelly has particular professional interests in:

  • Foot and ankle pain assessment

  • Biomechanics and gait analysis

  • Heel pain and plantar fasciitis

  • Morton’s neuroma

  • Sports-related foot and ankle injuries

  • Orthotic therapy

  • Nail surgery

  • Verruca needling

  • Ingrowing toenails

  • Assessment of treatment options for persistent musculoskeletal conditions

Services Provided by Kelly

  • Foot Pain Assessment

  • Biomechanics Assessment & Gait Analysis

  • Orthotic Assessment

  • Heel Pain Assessment

  • Plantar Fasciitis Assessment

  • Morton’s Neuroma Assessment

  • Sports Injury Assessment

  • Nail Surgery

  • Verruca Needling

  • Fungal Nail Assessment

  • Diabetic Foot Assessment

  • Complex Foot and Ankle Conditions

  • Nail reconstruction

Jackie Palmer - (Dip FHCP) Foot Health Practitioner

Jackie Palmer 

Foot Health Practitioner | Dip FHCP

Jackie qualified as a Foot Health Practitioner in 2021 and enjoys helping people maintain healthy, comfortable feet.
Jackie is passionate about providing high-quality routine foot care and helping patients manage common foot health concerns. She takes pride in delivering a friendly and supportive experience and enjoys getting to know patients while helping improve comfort and mobility.
 
 

Clinical Interests

Jackie has particular interests in:
  • Routine foot care
  • Nail care
  • Corn and callus management
  • Thickened nail reduction
  • Foot health education
  • Home visit foot care services
  • Maintaining foot comfort and mobility

Services Provided by Jackie

  • Routine Foot Care
  • Nail bracing
  • Corn and Callus Reduction
  • Nail Care
  • Thickened Nail Reduction
  • Hard Skin Removal
  • Home Visit Foot Care
  • General Foot Health Advice
  • Preventative Foot Care