Specializing in keyhole flatfoot surgery using the advanced Subtalar Joint Arthroeresis

Our consultants have over 20 years surgical experience in corrective flatfoot surgery. The consultation will cover the condition, how the correction is undertaken, rehabilitation, post- surgical recovery requirements and the risks of surgery

At our specialist centre, we offer keyhole flatfoot surgery using the Subtalar Joint Arthroeresis (stent). This removes the need for painful, major open bone and joint surgery traditionally used to correct this condition. The surgery can also be safely undertaken under local anaesthetic.

Who we are

Joseph Olivelle

Clinical Director | FFPM RCPS (Glasg)

Consultant Fellow in Podiatric Medicine. I have been in practice for over 20 years now I have worked as Poditrist to Wimbledon FC, The MCC, England and Sri Lanka Cricket teams.

Professional Memberships

Fellow of Royal Society of Medicine
Fellow of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow
Member of The FA Medical Society
Member of British Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine
Member of British College of Podiatry
Member of British Association of Day Surgery

Stuart A Metcalfe

Consultant Podiatrist | BSc(Hons), MPhil, FCPodS

I graduated in 1990 with and immediately decided to continue my studies in foot surgery. After several years and with the support of my long suffering wife I was awarded the prestigious Fellowship of Faculty of Surgery, College of Podiatrists. After a further three years working within the NHS as junior Fellow I was appointed as Consultant Podiatric Surgeon for Solihull NHS Trust.

I have trained further in the USA on numerous advanced course both learning and developing new techniques. What remains the most important to me beyond my family is to always do my best for patients and to do what is in the best interests of the patient. A simple but essential philosophy in my work.

Understanding Flatfoot

Many patients have a low arch when standing, but this doesn't necessarily mean that treatment is required. However, many patients will develop pain in association with a flatfoot where the mid and rearfoot (hindfoot) joints become collapsed and misaligned and the soft tissues such as ligaments and tendons become over- stretched and inflamed. There are several causes with names such as collapsing pes valgo planus (CPVP), tibialis posterior dysfunction, and hyper or over-pronation. Rarely, children can be born with hindfoot bones misaligned (e.g. vertical talus) and bones that are joined together, which should be separate (tarsal coalitions). These tend to cause a very inflexible or rigid flatfoot. The majority of presenting flatfoot conditions seen in our clinics are adult acquired, with a non-rigid or flexible deformity.

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With over 20 years of surgical experience in corrective flatfoot surgery

Our qualified and experienced team is always available to offer advice and support. Whether you have questions about your condition, the treatment options available, or the recovery process, we are here to help.

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