Know the Load, Guide the Road: Managing Tibialis Posterior and Adult Acquired Flatfoot with Confidence
Adult acquired flatfoot (AAF) and tibialis posterior-related pathology can be challenging to assess and manage. This session introduces a structured framework using biomechanical principles to identify key structures under stress and guide orthotic intervention. Learn how to apply the “dose” concept to device prescription, redistribute loads effectively, and choose between low-profile and higher-control devices such as the Richie Brace.
Practical demonstrations will show scanning techniques, posting strategies, and device adjustments, alongside tips for communicating with patients and other health professionals. Attendees will leave with a systematic, load-based approach to managing medial ankle conditions and improved confidence in clinical decision-making.
Blake Withers
Blake Withers
Podiatrist and PhD Candidate ||
Newcastle University
Blake Withers is a Sports Podiatrist working in a leading multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic, combining clinical expertise with academic and research excellence. A PhD candidate and published author in the Journal of Sports Sciences, Blake is a recognised thought leader in biomechanics, orthotic design, and sports podiatry.
A lecturer at the University of Newcastle, Blake teaches biomechanics and podiatric skills across orthosis, diabetes care, and sports podiatry. He is a regular speaker at the National Podiatry Conference, Sports Medicine Australia, and Sports & Exercise Podiatry events, and has presented internationally in Singapore and the UK.
As co-host of The Sports Medicine Project podcast—ranked in the top 5% globally—Blake shares evidence-based insights to engage clinicians and students alike. In addition to contributing to Stride, the national podiatry magazine, he serves on the Board of the National Podiatry Association’s MSK Special Interest Group and the Research in Podiatry Network (RIPN).
With a deep passion for evidence-informed care, Blake spends most of their time researching, learning, and testing the latest in footwear innovations. They are also a business owner dedicated to bridging clinical practice and academic knowledge.
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