Foot Orthoses the 21st Century, 16 August | Event in Broadmeadow | AllEvents

Foot Orthoses the 21st Century

Blake Withers

Highlights

Sat, 16 Aug, 2025 at 09:00 am

McDonald Jones Stadium

Starting at AUD 953

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Date & Location

Sat, 16 Aug, 2025 at 09:00 am - Sun, 17 Aug, 2025 at 05:30 pm (GMT+10:00)

McDonald Jones Stadium

294 Turton Road, Broadmeadow, Australia

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About the event

Foot Orthoses the 21st Century
A nod to tradition, with an eye on innovation. A comprehensive two-day course on foot orthoses, design, and clinical application

About this Event

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Course Purpose

This course is designed to give podiatrists a complete, up-to-date foundation in orthotic theory and practice. It provides a deep dive into biomechanics, prescription, materials, and modifications, while equipping attendees with the confidence and hands-on experience to manage complex clinical scenarios.

Facility: World Class Newcaslte International football stadium, McDonald Jones Stadium



Structure
  • Duration: Two full days (9:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
  • Format: Healthy split of Theory and Practical hands on (assessing, manufacturing,altering) - approximately
  • Delivery: In-person with designated learning zones (grinding area, material benches, presentation screen)



Core Themes
1. Principles of Biomechanics
  • Foundations: levers, forces, kinematics
  • Joint mechanics: STJ, MTJ, TMT, knee, hip
  • Foot theories: Preferred Movement Pathway, Rotational Equilibrium
  • Functional links: kinetic chain, leg length differences, forefoot/rearfoot relationships



2. Material Selection & Design
  • Shells: EVA, poly, P11 (soft/dual/flexible)
  • Posting, thickness, arch contouring, skives, heel cups, flares, buttresses
  • Covers, tissue accommodation, metatarsal pads, cuboid notch
  • Practical sourcing & clinical tolerance



3. Practical Component
  • Gait assessment (treadmill/overground, strike pattern, video)
  • Scanning & casting (WB/NWB, foam, optical, photogrammetry)
  • Mark-up & modification (forefoot deflection, skive, grind)
  • Fitting orthoses into shoes (cutting, adjusting, shoe types)
  • Small group practicals following each theory block



4. Foot Posture Assessment
  • Flat foot, cavus, functional vs structural
  • Jack’s test, supinatory resistance
  • Translating findings into prescription



5. Pathology-Specific Management
  • Flatfoot, plantar fasciitis, Achilles, tib post, lateral forefoot, peroneals
  • Stress fractures, knee OA, patellofemoral pain, low back pain



6. Custom vs Prefab
  • Indications, pros/cons
  • Functional vs accommodative options
  • Clinical reasoning for choice



7. Orthosis Labs
  • Plaster, milling, modelling
  • Working with labs: communication, technical notes



8. Advanced Modifications
  • Richie brace, UCBL, off-the-shelf bracing
  • Accommodative vs functional indications



9. Footwear Considerations
  • Matching orthoses with joggers, dress shoes, football boots



10. Cost & Communication
  • How to explain cost to patients
  • Addressing value, myths about weakness, short vs long-term use
  • Collaborating with referrers (GPs, physios)



11. Psychological Aspects
  • Building trust & engagement
  • Managing expectations & beliefs
  • Explaining orthoses clearly and confidently



12. Self-Auditing & Clinical Growth
  • Reflective practice
  • Evaluating outcomes & patient feedback
  • Improving from clinical experience



Resources
  • Take-home material selector cheat sheet
  • Clinical reference for shoe compatibility
  • Practical checklist for orthotic setup


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Ticket Info

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General Admission 953 AUD
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Foot Orthoses the 21st Century, 16 August | Event in Broadmeadow | AllEvents
Foot Orthoses the 21st Century
Sat, 16 Aug, 2025 at 09:00 am
AUD 953