About Us
At Tennant Podiatry, we have been treating feet in Oldham for more than 45 years. In that time, we’ve seen the profession change enormously, and we've changed with it.
hat’s why today our Union Street clinic combines the traditional, careful chiropody with the kind of technology that only a very few UK practices can offer you - all under one roof!
In all that time, our purpose hasn't changed at all. We’re still dedicated to improving the quality of your life by treating your foot and ankle pain properly and for good whenever we can.
An Accredited Practice
Tennant Podiatry is an Accredited Practice of the Royal College of Podiatry. That’s not a membership you can simply buy. It means we've worked through rigorous standards that go well beyond the basic requirements, and that we agree to be independently inspected against them.
We're also accredited by the University of Salford as a learning environment for their podiatry students. This means the standard of practice here is high enough to teach from.
All our clinicians are registered with the HCPC (the same organisation that oversees physiotherapists and nurses) and members of the Royal College of Podiatry. They are fully insured and qualified to BSc (Hons) level in Podiatry.
Many of our clinicians are also Extended Scope Practitioners, an advanced level of practice you won't find at most clinics.
If you're looking for a podiatrist, we'd encourage you to check them on the HCPC and Royal College of Podiatry registers.
And be aware of the distinction - podiatry is a more modern term that means the same as chiropodist but better reflects the scope of our practice. A foot health practitioner is neither, and is not HCPC regulated.
Technology That Makes a Difference
3D Scanning In-House
We're among a small number of UK practices with 3D scanning and 3D printing technology in-house. It's not a gimmick. It means we can measure and examine the precise contours of your foot and manufacture an orthotic prescription to that exact geometry, without having to ship casts off to a third-party lab and waiting weeks for a result.
3D Printed Orthotics
Our Fit4U 3D printed orthotics are made from vegetable TPU, making them a vegan, cruelty-free alternative to conventional leather-based devices. And because we print them ourselves, we cut our carbon footprint substantially.
We also work with leading manufacturers to offer:
- Swift Microwave Therapy treating single and multiple verrucae in a single session
- Clearanail controlled micro-penetration for fungal nail infections
- Lunula Laser non-invasive low-level laser therapy for fungal nails
- ASA MLS Class 4 Laser for osteoarthritis, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis and Morton's neuroma
- Staying at the cutting edge of our profession is part of our job, and our clinicians spend many days a year on training courses to stay there.
The Team
Paul Tennant
Lead Clinician
BSc (Hons) MChS
Paul trained at the University of Southampton and worked for many years in London, treating patients in Mayfair, Kensington and Tottenham, where he specialised in diabetes and high-risk patients. Across 18 years at Tennant Podiatry he has become an expert in biomechanics and practises as a musculoskeletal podiatrist. He is also an expert in verrucae treatment, including the latest Swift microwave therapy.
Nadia Hussain
Podiatrist
Nadia is a dedicated, multi-skilled podiatrist with wide experience treating diverse patients and conditions. She performs nail surgery, Clearanail, Swift and 3D orthotics, and particularly enjoys working with diabetic patients, carrying out vascular and diabetic assessments. Nadia speaks Urdu and Punjabi alongside English, and is currently studying for a Master's degree.
Ben Sanger
Senior Podiatrist
BSc (Hons) MChS
Ben qualified from Salford University and has held a range of podiatric posts, from specialist rheumatology to private practice. He’s been with Tennant Podiatry since 2009 and, having completed multiple advanced courses, is now an expert biomechanical clinician.
Adam Porter
Podiatrist
Adam has worked across healthcare since 2017, in dental care and phlebotomy before qualifying in podiatry with a First Class degree from the University of Salford. He has a keen interest in advanced podiatric practice, particularly surgical procedures, dermatology and diabetic care. He is committed to broadening his skillset so patients can live free from pain.
Anam Akhtar
Podiatrist
Anam is an enthusiastic, friendly podiatrist who is always looking for opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills. She has a particular interest in dermatological podiatry — fungal nail, verrucae and corn removal — and takes great satisfaction in achieving comfort and pain relief for patients. She dedicates much of her own free time to attending courses.
Joanne
Practice Manager and Receptionist
Joanne brings many years of healthcare and customer service experience to the front desk. Her main priority is making patients feel welcome and comfortable from the moment they arrive. Outside work she walks her dog Oscar and enjoys baking.
What We Treat
Podiatrists are trained to handle all foot and ankle complaints. We regularly treat verrucae, ingrowing toenails, tendinopathies, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, fungal nail infections, corns, callus and arthritis.
Biomechanics and gait assessment
3D printed bespoke CAD/CAM orthotics
Nail surgery
Steroid injections
Diabetic foot care and vascular assessment
MSK conditions
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How We Work
Treatment should be as pain-free as possible. It's one of our core beliefs. We always explain and gain consent first, and local anaesthetic is available if you need it (typically only around 2% of patients do).
You don’t need a referral. You can book directly with us; there's no need to go through your GP.
No need to feel embarrassed. We hear this a lot. Our service is professional and completely confidential, and whatever you're worried about, we've almost certainly seen worse.
It's always better to come in sooner rather than later.
We can visit you at home
Home-based podiatry is available and is particularly valuable for elderly patients. It can help maintain their mobility, reduce fall risk and keep their feet comfortable and hygienic.
But foot problems aren't just an older person's concern. Most of our patients are between the ages of 30 and 50.
Private medical insurance
We're registered with many major UK healthcare providers. Remember to ring your insurer for an authorisation number before your appointment. Then you can request us as your provider. We're also happy to provide receipts for reimbursement claims.
Free Assessments
We offer you free, no-obligation assessments and tailored treatment plans for verrucae and fungal nails (treatment not included).
One free ASA MLS laser treatment with every Fit4U 3D printed orthotic prescription.
Our Clinic
Our Union Street practice offers you:
● A comfortable reception area and a friendly reception team
● Three fully equipped treatment rooms, with the main room on the ground floor beside reception
● Toilet facilities
● Free parking for two hours at Sainsbury's, 150m away
● Metrolink access - Oldham Central and Oldham Mumps stops are both around 100m away
● Easy access from Junction 22 of the M60
We're based in Oldham and see patients from across Lancashire, including Middleton, Shaw, Lees, Moorside, Royton, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, Saddleworth and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interested in our services? We’re here to help!
We want to know your needs exactly so that we can provide the perfect solution. Let us know what you want and we’ll do our best to help.
