Podiatric medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, knee and lower limb.
At Foot, Ankle & Body Experts in Hamilton, Dr YeJeong Kim (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) specialises in identifying the root cause of lower limb pain and providing advanced treatments to restore movement and function.
Podiatric medicine is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. We are trained to diagnose and treat conditions and injuries related to the feet and lower extremities, as well as to perform surgery on these areas if necessary.
Plantar fasciitis
Heel pain
Achilles tendon injuries
Bunion pain
Neuromas
Knee pain
Patellar tendon injuries
Shin splints
Lower limb arthritis
At Foot, Ankle & Body Experts, we utilise modern diagnostic tools and treatment technologies to help identify the cause of pain and support recovery.
Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging
We utilise in-clinic diagnostic ultrasound to assess muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints in real time. This allows us to identify many soft tissue injuries and inflammatory conditions more accurately than physical examination alone.
Having ultrasound available during your consultation can also streamline the diagnostic process, often reducing the need for multiple appointments at external radiology clinics. This allows us to identify the problem sooner and begin appropriate treatment without unnecessary delays.
Ultrasound-Guided Injection Therapy
When injections are required, ultrasound guidance allows us to precisely target the affected structure. This improves treatment accuracy and ensures medication or regenerative therapies are delivered exactly where they are needed.
Electronic and Energy-Based Therapies
We also utilise a range of electronic therapies to assist with pain reduction, tissue healing and rehabilitation. These may include technologies such as shockwave therapy, therapeutic laser and other energy-based treatments that stimulate the body’s natural healing processes.
Comprehensive Lower Limb Assessment
By assessing the entire lower limb — including the foot, ankle, knee and hip — we can identify biomechanical factors that may be contributing to pain or injury and develop a targeted treatment plan.
Your appointment may include:
• Detailed medical history
• Biomechanical lower limb assessment
• Diagnostic ultrasound imaging if required
• Discussion of treatment options
• Rehabilitation or regenerative therapies where appropriate
