About Us

Your Sports Podiatrist

Sally Empsall

Founder of Lakeland Sports Podiatry

Sally established Lakeland Sports Podiatry in 2021 and brings over 10 years of experience in the management and treatment of musculoskeletal and sports injuries. She has worked across both public and private sectors in the UK, New Zealand, and Canada.

For many years, Sally was the Clinical Lead Biomechanics Specialist Podiatrist for the North Cumbria Integrated Health NHS Foundation Trust, where she specialised in biomechanics, orthotics, and gait analysis.

Sally gained her BSc in Podiatric Medicine in 2015 and went on to complete a MSc in Clinical Biomechanics at Staffordshire University in 2023. Her recent pioneering research explored how mountaineering boots affect muscle activity, joint loading, and stability when hiking in the natural environment.

She enjoys treating a wide range of injuries but has a particular interest in sporting performance, injury prevention, and the management of complex musculoskeletal conditions. Sally is passionate about helping people of all ages move better and perform at their best — whether in sport, work, or everyday life. She believes that individualised care, empowerment, and education are key to full recovery and long-term wellbeing.

Sally is committed to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice, and she has received a Certificate of Excellence for her work in the NHS.

Outside of the clinic, Sally loves spending time in the great outdoors — especially on top of a fell in the Lake District. She enjoys hiking, mountain biking, trail running, climbing, swimming, paddle boarding, mountaineering, and skiing.

Professional Memberships  

  • Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC)  

  • Member of the Royal College of Podiatry (RCPod)  

Better Together

We believe in working together with other experts to improve overall health and wellbeing.

We are always happy to write to your GP, talk to your personal trainer/coach or communicate with other professionals involved in your health and fitness.