Pieter Van Der Kooij is a physiotherapist and podiatrist based in East Toowoomba, QLD. His clinic is at 14 Ipswich Street, East Toowoomba QLD 4350. He helps people with everyday aches and movement problems, especially those that show up in the feet, ankles, and how you walk.
At appointments, Pieter takes a practical approach. He does physical therapy sessions to help with pain, stiffness, and function. In many cases, that also means looking closely at your foot and ankle and figuring out what is driving the issue. If you are noticing changes in your gait or trouble with walking, a gait analysis can help pinpoint what’s happening.
Foot care is a big part of his work. Pieter carries out foot and ankle exams and provides custom orthotic fittings when they are likely to help. These are made to suit the way your feet work and the way you move, not just to fit a generic shape. Over time, the goal is to make daily walking feel a bit easier and more comfortable.
Pieter also spends time on foot care education. Small changes, like how you look after your feet and what to watch for with footwear, can make a difference. At times, it’s about getting you a clear plan you can follow at home, not only relying on clinic visits.
His experience comes through the kind of hands-on care he provides day to day, including assessment, therapy, and support for foot and ankle issues. He works with patients who want to get back to normal routines, whether that’s moving around the house, getting out for walks, or getting through regular work and activities with less discomfort.
Training and education in physiotherapy and podiatry skills support this mix of care. If you’re dealing with foot or ankle pain, or you’re just not sure why your walking feels “off”, an appointment can be a good place to start. It’s calm, clear, and focused on practical next steps.