NK Active

NK Active Specialist Foot, Ankle & Lower Limb Clinic in Awbridge, Romsey, with satellite clinics in Basingstoke & Winchester.

See us for all lower limb issues, including diagnosis, gait analysis, sports injuries & rehab, general mobility and routine chiropody. Nick graduated from Northampton University in 2009 and finished his Masters in clinical lower limb biomechanics at Brighton University in 2019. He has been fortunate enough to work with a range of people, from those with the simple aim of being able walk to the shops, right up to elite / professional athletes, including the London 2012 Paralympic games. Nick then started NK Sports Podiatry Ltd, later becoming NK Active. Here are NK Active we are passionate about getting you back to activity, and more importantly keeping you there. We understand your pain, we have had several injuries and understand the pain of not being able to play sport and be active. We are fortunate enough to have 3D gait analysis equipment in our clinic, the only location south of London. 3D gait analysis allows us to look at walking and running in all 3 planes of motion, a normal camera canโ€™t see rotation. It allows us to look at hip to toe function as one and takes out the guessing. Patients describe it as as โ€˜A MRI of how you runโ€™

We have the AXiT strength by numbers system in clinic, which we utilise to gain a clear understanding of your strength profile. We have also recently acquired an AlterG anti gravity treadmill, which is beneficial to both injury recovery and improving strength and fitness. Combined with our shockwave equipment and Swift microwave therapy machine, we are truly a one-stop-shop for all your lower limb requirements. We will work with you, offering a range of treatments from exercise programmes, return to activity plans, footwear advice, custom orthoses, we will do everything we can to help you, with you in full control of your treatment plan. We keep up to date with the latest evidence and have access to a full-strength gym, to help take you the whole journey from injury back to activity, whatever level that is, remember age is just an number.

21/11/2025

๐Ÿ’ช Knowledge is Power! Know Your Strengths to Reach Your Goals! ๐Ÿฆต

Our Body Strength Analysis gives you real data on how your bodyโ€™s performing, helping you understand where youโ€™re strong, where you can improve, and how to adjust your training to stay on track ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ’ก

This isnโ€™t just for injury rehab! Itโ€™s for anyone who wants to move better, train smarter, and reduce injury risk. By tracking your strength over time, we can help you build a personalised plan that supports your goals and keeps you performing at your best ๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ‘‰ Ready to see what your bodyโ€™s capable of? Get in touch to book your strength analysis today!

๐ŸŒŸ Patient Spotlight: From Setback to Strength ๐ŸŒŸMeet Gracie Osman โ€“ a talented heptathlete who came to us after a hamstri...
19/11/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Patient Spotlight: From Setback to Strength ๐ŸŒŸ

Meet Gracie Osman โ€“ a talented heptathlete who came to us after a hamstring injury threatened to slow down her progress on the track ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ช

Through our rehabilitation package, Gracie has worked incredibly hard โ€” and her results speak for themselves! Sheโ€™s now 80% back to her pre-injury levels, feeling stronger, more confident, and with a much better understanding of how her body feels ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿ† Competed during her rehab and took 2nd place in a heptathlon competition!
๐Ÿ† Earned selection for England Schools Athletics โ€” an amazing achievement! ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
๐Ÿ† Improved her overall lower limb strength by 17 points ๐Ÿ’ช

Gracieโ€™s dedication, determination, and positive mindset have been inspiring to see. Weโ€™re so proud of her progress and canโ€™t wait to continue supporting her on her athletics journey! ๐Ÿ’™

14/11/2025

๐Ÿ’ช Injury Prevention Starts with an Individualised Plan๐Ÿฆต

Our rehab plans arenโ€™t just for recovery, theyโ€™re great for injury prevention too! ๐Ÿ™Œ

Each plan begins with strength testing to create a bespoke exercise programme tailored to your bodyโ€™s needs. ๐Ÿ’ก

At the end of your block, we re-test to track your progress and ensure youโ€™re building the strength and stability to handle whatever life (or sport) throws at you ๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Whether youโ€™re coming back from injury or aiming to stay one step ahead, our rehab plans help you move better, stay stronger, and reach your goals. ๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ‘‰ Get in touch to start your personalised programme today.

12/11/2025

๐Ÿ‘ฃ Case Study: Midfoot Osteoarthritis

Meet one of our incredible patients who came to see us with midfoot osteoarthritis (OA), struggling with pain that made walking and everyday activity really difficult.

During her assessment, we identified reduced ankle and calf strength. Together, we created a tailored rehab programme to help:
โœ… Improve strength around the ankle and hips
โœ… Support the foot with orthoses to offload painful areas
โœ… Use rocker-sole shoes to make walking more comfortable

Through consistency and the right plan for her, her strength, mobility, and confidence have grown massively and the best part? ๐Ÿ™Œ
She recently completed a walking trip around the Alps, clocking an incredible 40,000 steps! ๐Ÿ”๏ธ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ

This is what can happen when rehab, support, and consistency come together โญ๏ธ

If youโ€™re struggling with foot or midfoot pain, our team can help you get back to doing what you love!

๐Ÿ‘‰ Get in touch today to see how we can help.

10/11/2025

โ˜•๐Ÿ‘Ÿ New Episode of Tea Talks with Nick!

This time, Nick is busting myths about orthoses (insoles): what they can do, what you donโ€™t need to worry about, and why having different orthoses for different shoes can make a big difference, as shoe types vary so much!

Whether youโ€™re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to stay comfortable on your feet, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights straight from the clinic๐Ÿ’ก

07/11/2025

๐Ÿฆต Itโ€™s Injury Prevention Month! ๐Ÿ’ช

Good balance = better stability = fewer falls ๐Ÿ™Œ

In this video, weโ€™re showing you a simple balance exercise variation you can try anywhere and takes only 1 minute to practice โฑ๏ธโœจ

Small, consistent exercises like this can make a big difference in improving coordination and reducing your risk of injury or falls.

If youโ€™re worried about your balance or stability, get in touch and our team can help you build confidence and stay steady on your feet ๐Ÿ‘ฃ

03/11/2025

โ˜•๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Itโ€™s time for Episode 2 of Tea Talks with Nick!

This week, Nick dives into one of the most common issues we see in clinic: poorly fitting shoes!!

He explains why proper shoe fit matters, how it affects your comfort and how to make sure your shoes fit you. Not just whatโ€™s popular or what someone else recommends! ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŒŸ Patient Spotlight: From Setback to Strength ๐ŸŒŸMeet Sarah Gurney โ€“ a passionate runner who came to us after foot pain be...
03/11/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Patient Spotlight: From Setback to Strength ๐ŸŒŸ

Meet Sarah Gurney โ€“ a passionate runner who came to us after foot pain began holding her back from doing what she loves ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ช

After completing our rehabilitation package with supported Alter-G anti-gravity treadmill sessions, Sarah has absolutely smashed her rehab and is now feeling 85% back to her pre-injury running ability ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿ† Sheโ€™s gained confidence to pace her training and manage her loading
๐Ÿ† Improved her overall lower limb strength by 10 points
๐Ÿ† And achieved an incredible 100% improvement in some of her toe and foot strength! ๐Ÿ‘ฃ

Sarahโ€™s dedication, consistency, and positive mindset have been inspiring to watch. Sheโ€™s now looking ahead to big running goals, with an ultra-marathon on the horizon ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ”ฅ

Weโ€™re so proud of your progress, Sarah, your hard work and resilience have truly paid off!

29/10/2025

It's Arthritis Awareness Month this October!๐Ÿฆต๐Ÿ’™

Movement is medicine when it comes to arthritis and the right shoes can give your knees the support they need so you can stay active ๐Ÿ‘Ÿโœจ

In this video, Nick shows you the best shoe options to support your knees, ease pain, and keep you moving, because staying active is one of the best things you can do for arthritis!๐Ÿ’ก

28/10/2025

โ˜•๐Ÿ’ฌ Welcome to the first episode of our new series โ€” Tea Talks with Nick!

In this episode, Nick, Director and Founder of NK Active, discusses the importance of subjective history taking. Understanding how your daily activity (not just workouts!) can affect your body and impact recovery after injury.

Everyday movement matters, if we donโ€™t consider it, the body can easily become overloaded, slowing down your progress. ๐Ÿ’ช

Stay tuned for our next Tea Talk, where Nick will be chatting all about how to properly fit your shoes to your feet โ€” one of the most common issues we see in clinic! ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ

25/10/2025

Case Study Spotlight: Tarsal Coalition ๐Ÿ‘ฃ

In clinic recently we had a patient struggling with foot pain that was stopping him from playing tennis.

Interestingly, his diagnostic testing showed:

โŒ He didnโ€™t actually need orthoses, his foot biomechanics followed a normal pattern

๐Ÿ’ช But his strength testing revealed reduced strength around his ankle and hips

Our plan?

๐Ÿ‘‰ A tailored rehab programme to build strength, restore function, and get him back on the tennis court by the next month ๐Ÿ†โœจ

This case is a great reminder: itโ€™s not always about orthosesโ€ฆ sometimes the key is addressing strength and movement patterns to keep people doing what they love.

23/10/2025

Managing knee arthritis isnโ€™t just about reducing pain, itโ€™s about staying active and strong ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿฆต

In this video, Nick and Dave share how the right exercises can support your joints, improve mobility and strength, and keep you moving every day. Movement is one of the best tools we have for fighting arthritis! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

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Hello, welcome to NK Active!

Thanks for stopping by to have a look at our page!

NK Active was founded by Nick Knight, who is one of our sports podiatrists.

Our aim is to help people get active and stay active and keep people moving forward. It doesn't matter if you are an elite athlete or if you are someone who just wants to go for a walk with your family, as long as you have a goal... we can help you get there!

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