Foot Posture Centre Podiatrist Ivanhoe

When I first went to see Claude about six years ago I could barely walk. Each step entailed shooting pains throughout my feet and I also had sciatica pains as well. I’d been to several surgeons and podiatrists before this, all of whom had recommended surgery for my bunions which they told me was causing the pain although I had no pain in my bunions. I was given Orthotics but still the pain got worse and my mobility was severely reduced.
Claude taught me how to walk properly and gave me exercises to do and manipulated my feet and ankles regularly.
I can now walk wherever I want to and can hike about 8 km. My sciatic pain is gone.
Thank you Claude and all the team at the Ivanhoe Foot Posture Centre.

I first met Claude in 2009 when I sought treament for foot pain.
His mobilisation technique and prescribed exercises have resulted in long lasting positive results.
Fast forward 14 years and l have had to travel from regional Victoria to seek help from Claude.
For the past 15 months all medical efforts have provided only temporary relief from chronic pain in my heel.
After only one extended consultation this week, Claude has again worked his magic.
My pain levels are dramatically reduced and l can sleep with no pain.
I have no doubt that my return visits next week will provide further relief and see me resume my active lifestyle once again.
Thanks to all the team at Ivanhoe.
Anne

Giving 3 stars based on my experience. I came in because I have started to develop a bunion on one foot. This is currently not causing any serious issues but wanted to be proactive in correcting it. I’m fairly mobile. I don’t have private health so was paying out of pocket. The first session is $90 which is a thorough, albeit rushed, examination. There is no adjustment or treatment given at this session as he needs to see an X-ray before adjusting. This would have been nice to know prior to session and felt like perhaps this was based on profit. You are then scheduled to come back for X-ray assessment and adjustment, given exercises - $80. Then you need to come back the following day for further assessment/adjustment - $80. This treatment model is recommended to go on for months at this frequency. I was expecting to at least need a few additional sessions but also thought that after a few sessions I would feel empowered to keep working on correcting the issue myself. I was made to feel that I had no hope of correcting my own foot posture (through exercises etc) without these regular adjustments. Claude works fast and some sessions I was already back with the receptionist and he was with the next client before I had an opportunity to ask any questions. In saying that, I have no doubt that working with Claude would greatly benefit anyones foot posture and overall posture. But probably not the best option for a low income earner/student unless you have a chronic issue. If you don’t have private health, it would be worth getting a referral from your GP for subsidised sessions.

Just over two months ago I limped into the Foot Posture Centre in Ivanhoe, limping due to painful, arthritic toe joints and pain along the balls of my feet.
Over many decades, I have been encouraged - by Pilates and gym instructors - to keep *other* joints flexible. However, no one else, before I walked into the Centre, showed me how to maintain flexibility of joints in and around my toes - or explained why this is important.
Dealing with lost flexibility around any joint can be a challenge. Joints in my feet are no different. I continue with this challenge, because I'm walking and exercising again - without pain - even with my arthritic toes, thanks to manipulation of my feet/toes at the Centre, supported by changes Claude made to my orthotics and to a painful corn, plus Claude's showing me how daily exercises and stretches can improve my foot/toe flexibility and strength.

Fantastic service with great health outcomes! I struggled for 5 months with foot pain from a self diagnosed heel spur with no luck getting relief despite stretching and investing in a number of new walking shoes!
My experience at the foot posture centre has been second to none! I was informed of the treatment and expectations at every step. With tailored correctional adjustments and regular feet exercises my heel pain slowly disappeared and can walk again! I struggled previously with knee and hip pains which surprisingly seemed to get better as my feet posture is being corrected. Claude is very professional and experienced with great staff and ambiance. Linda and June make things happen effortlessly. Definitely the place to be for HAPPY FEET! Love your work foot posture centre Ivanhoe! Can’t thank you enough

I knew I was in the right place from the moment I entered the bright well laid out clinic, listened to the brilliant music and was greeted by the welcoming and efficient reception team. Every step is explained carefully in a friendly manner. After the initial examination and X-rays an individual plan was formed with a combination of exercises and manipulations. I have always had difficulty getting comfortable shoes, was experiencing heel pain and nerve pain in my toes that greatly limited my walking. All of this is now a thing of the past and I have a new confidence in knowing how to maintain my foot health and move with ease. Our feet are our foundation and the benefits carry through to my knees, hips and more upright posture. I could not be more pleased with this non invasive approach, no surgery required. Claude is a real professional and I highly recommend this clinic. Oh and I now know how to buy the correct shoes for happy walking.

I brought my 16 year old daughter here as she had pain in her feet and orthotics were making things worse with her bunions. I didnt hold out much hope but we were desperate to get my daughter back on her feet as she could no longer walk much of a distance and had given up on running. She couldnt fit into good sneakers without it hurting her as her feet had become so sensitive. I dont usually believe in miracles but I think finding Claude at the Foot Posture Centre was one of them.

Within a few weeks, my daughter was out of pain, into new sneakers and walking around. After 3 months, Claude's x-rays showed a complete recovery of both feet (btw his xrays are far more comprehensive than a regular podiatrist's). I truly couldn't believe the results, especially when her last podiatrist had given up on her and I couldnt have imagined such a positive change.

Based on my daughter's success, I signed up for Claude's program and have regained so much mobility in feet that had bone spurs that I thought could never improve. Claude has retaught us how to walk and run. His exercises and training have changed our lives for the better and we could not be more.grateful for his help. He even found potential heel spurs in my xrays which the exercises and new way of walking will help to prevent.

It is worth committing your time and energy to sessions with Claude. I recommend him without reservation.

I have extremely flat feet and had foot pain problems all of my life. I am now in my early 70s, and have spent about 10 years wearing heavily supporting orthotics, the style of which greatly limited my footwear.
I would try anything to not have to wear them, or even to wear lesser support.
A friend recommended I try the Foot Clinic in Ivanhoe, and I can honestly say that it has been a life changing experience. Through podiatry manipulation and special exercises, and learning how to walk again in a more appropriarte manner, I do not wear orthotics any more. And have no more foot pain. And amazingly, I can now walk around in my bare feet, something I had not been able to do since I was a small child. Fantastic result!
Lovely friendly place to visit, with great receptionists. Special thank you to podiatrist Claude Tobgui, you are a rock star!

Hobbled into see Claude with multiple foot issues in September 2020.   8 months later, with Claude's knowledge and manipulation skills, the freedom of movement in my feet and walking without discomfort is a great achievement.

Linda and June are fantastic at the front and behind the scenes and together make FPC a great proffesional team.
Highly recommended.

Went there with years of dealing with plantar fasciitis, working with Claude and his wonderful team of professionals, i am now walking better than ever, and don't need my orthotics anymore. Highly recommended

Curing my legs at the Foot Posture Centre of Dr. Claude Tobgui (an absolute gentleman) not only solved my problem, but it also thought me a big lesson: time + effort + consistency = BIG results.
I’ll remember it and apply to all aspects of my life!

5 stars absolutely deserved

Ah, and thanks to Lynda at the reception too!

I would like to share my sheer gratitude and excitement for claude and his team. Claude has achieved something that I thought was going to be a life long problem and that I would just have to deal with the pain.
I had been seeing a chiropractor for several years for my backpain which I thought was the root of all my pain. After seeing Claude for just over a month I noticed vast changes in the way I walked, my feet where more aligned and the pain that seemed to be a constant in my life had started to ease.
Now a few months down the track and I can say I've never felt better, my pain has if not completely gone in both feet and the alignment is without a doubt impressive.

I can't recommend Claude and his team enough, your body will thank you

I have added before and after to just show what can be achieved in a few months with Claude.

I attended the foot posture clinic from 2005 until about 2007. Before 2005 I could barely walk 100 metres without complaining about how sore my feet were, they were completely flat and slightly pronated. Claude uses a technique which literally moves the bones in the feet, alongside exercises to complete at home to ensure that your muscles are supporting the new positions of the bones. It is a strenuous undergoing, initially you must attend up to 3 times a week for multiple months and do your exercises at least twice a day. You also must think about walking in a different way and be mindful of how you step. It is not an easy process.
My arch was raised (from memory) about 37 degrees over two years, and I was a teen then and not totally vigilant with my exercises.

Since going to Claude I have done running, cheerleading, and ballet. And I love walking! I am now 25 and I am still attending regular ballet classes and am even doing pointe work, something practically impossible for a flatfooted person. I have had no foot pain to speak of since Claude's miraculous treatment. I had even forgotten that I used to be flat footed at all! He completely changed the composition of my foot. Thank you, Claude and the team at the Foot Posture Centre. 11/10 would recommend.

Cannot recommend FPC enough! From my initial interaction at their monthly information session, I felt in good hands! Having seen numerous podiatrists in the past and being fitted for orthotics, it was a relief to discover Claude's therapy - not only does he treat the issue, but provides long-term awareness for preventing further issues. Highly recommended!

I attended the Foot Posture Clinic in February 2019 because I had started to develop a bunion in my left foot. Having heard about the pain and debilitation following bunion surgery, it was not a path I wished to take.
After a thorough consultation I began a regime of exercises and manipulation. The process does require a great deal of commitment but the results are amazing and definitely worth the effort!
I now have greater knowledge and better understanding of the mechanics
and anatomy of the foot and feel more in control. I am confident I am no longer at risk of fallen arches and bunion surgery.
I am very grateful to Claude and his team of receptionists who make attending the clinic a pleasure.

In December 2018 I had extreme pain in my right foot with every step almost unbearable. For a regular walker this was not looking good!
Long ago I had been prescribed orthotics, reluctantly using them for several years before giving up on them due to the limitations of sensible footwear choice, discomfort and lack of stability whilst walking.
My initial consultation with Claude was revealing as to how bad my feet and posture was, dropped arches, feet turned out.
Fifteen months later after a great deal of care and encouregement combined with an intense programme of foot manipulation I can walk with ease over both smooth and uneven surfaces, a four to five kilometre walk is not even a challenge.
Claude leads a great team of very supportive friendly people.

Significant improvements to my flat feet over past 6 months and so rewarding to see my foot arches returning and alignment correcting without orthotics. My feet/shin/ calfs and lower back ached horrifically after long days at work. I have noticed a great reduction in the pain and highly recommend this clinic

I had orthotics for nine years because of issues with my plantar fascia in my right foot which gave me chronic sciatica. The orthotics helped but they were very high, uncomfortable and difficult to find shoes to fit. I also felt that as time went on they were becoming less effective. My then 12 year old daughter came with me as she had flat feet and pain walking for any extended time. I must admit I was more than a little sceptical about the treatment, but I thought we'd give it a go. We attended the clinic 3 times a week for adjustments and did the exercises including the roller which I found really painful at that stage. The process of learning how to walk correctly was challenging physically and mentally and took 6 months to a year during which time we phased out the orthotics. I was able to walk on a beach barefoot without pain for the first time in 10 years. Wonderful!
My daughter's pain on walking disappeared and it has not returned. Her feet strengthened, she took up ballet and a couple of years ago walked the Inca Trail.
After many years going solo I returned to Claude with plantar fasciitis, which is now resolved. Now I attend every 5 weeks as a maintenance measure so that I can keep walking and living my active life. I still do my exercises and now enjoy my roller which is just the dowel with no padding. Thanks to Claude's effective treatment and encouragement I can look forward to many more years of enjoyable, pain-free activity.

My family and myself have been going to Foot Posture Ivanhoe for over 2 years. Claude is thorough and meticulous in his advice and treatments and we have all benefited immensely from his dedication to his craft. Linda, June and Lidiya are a friendly, caring and professional team and are an asset to the practice.

I was told I needed ankle surgery to be able to skateboard again, Claude had me skateboarding within 3 months of adjustments, no surgery, no orthotics. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough to anyone with foot issues.