Keeping the
Northern Beaches
on its feet since 1993
At Harding Podiatry we utilise the latest technology in assessing the biomechanics of patients and prescribing premium custom orthotics, custom ankle foot orthotics (AFO) and exercise prescription.
How Can We Help You?
Sport / Biomechanical Podiatry
- Custom Orthotic Therapy
- 3D Foot Screening
- Biomechanical Assessment
- Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
- Footwear Assessment
- Paediatrics Assessment
Minor Foot Surgery
- Plantar wart excision
- Plantar wart needling
- Total toenail avulsion
- Partial toenail avulsion
- Diagnostic local anaesthesia
Musculoskeletal Modalities
- Shock wave therapy
- InterX Therapy
- Ultra sound imaging
Podiatric Prescription Orthoses
Foot orthoses are shoe inserts designed to support, align or improve the function of the foot. They are commonly referred to as ‘orthotics’ and fit comfortably inside your shoes.
Richie Brace
The Richie Brace is a custom ankle brace (ankle foot orthosis) designed to treat chronic conditions of the foot and ankle including drop foot, PTTD, ankle sprains and other causes of foot and ankle pain. They can only be fitted and dispensed by a qualified health care provider.
Our Podiatrists
Dr Muhammad (Mo) Maarj
PhD, B Pod, M APodA
Sports Podiatrist
- Vice Chair (previously Chair) of the Australian Paediatric Podiatry group
- Principal consultant Podiatrist at Narrabeen Sports Medicine
- Previous contingent consultant at The Children’s Hospital Westmead
- Member of the Australian Podiatry Association
- Member of Sports Medicine Australia
- Member of the Ehlers-Danlos Society International Consortium
- Previous Official consultant Podiatrist for the Manly Sea Eagles
Mr Michael Gumatay
Podiatrist
- Member of the Australian Podiatry Association
- Member of the Sports and Exercise Podiatry Australia
- Previous Personal Trainer
- Michael completed his training through the Newcastle University Podiatric Medicine Program.
- Michael holds special interests in sports podiatry, paediatric podiatry and musculoskeletal foot and lower leg rehabilitation through strength and conditioning exercise programs.
Mr Aymen Maarj
BPod MAPodA
Podiatrist
- Graduated from Newcastle University with a degree in Podiatric Medicine.
- Inspired to pursue podiatry after observing its impact during practice with his brother, the clinic owner.
- Committed to continuous learning and professional growth in the field.
- Specializes in sports podiatry, biomechanics, and minor surgical procedures, with a passion for improving patients' quality of life.
- Arsenal FC supporter and enjoys discussing podiatry with his brother, often testing his knowledge.
In the Media
The Morning Show – Channel 7
Today Tonight – Channel 7
Podiatry Conference – 2023
Are Orthotics
right for you?
If you suffer from any of these symptoms you require a thorough bio-mechanical assessment to determine a solution to treat the cause and eliminate the symptoms.
In your mind tick the conditions below that apply to you:
- Muscle pain, tension or spasm?
- Pain and grinding in the knee? (Patello-Femoral Tracking Syndrome)
- Low back or sacroiliac pain? (Sciatica)
- Leg length inequality?
- Ball of the foot pain? (Metatarsalgia)
- Bunions? (Hallux valgus)
- Foot arch pain? (Plantar fasciitis / heel spur)
- Shin splints / calf pain? Posterior Tibial Tendon Disorder
- Hypermobility causing joints and ankle pain? Symptoms that…
- Increase with running, walking or standing?
- Do not responding to rest / stretching?
- That improve with care but return with activity?
