Session 3 – Friday
Pedorthic Footwear Or Surgery? – Where is the line? (20min)
A 72-year-old lady is faced with the prospect of significant orthopaedic surgery or the use of pedorthic footwear. This case study explores the pros and cons of conservative vs. surgical options. A severe adult-acquired flat foot deformity has led to the dislocation of the tibia over the talus. While on the waiting list through the public system, the patient’s podiatrist referred for a Pedorthic opinion. The solution may have delayed the surgery in the short term or indefinitely.
Angus Brewin
Angus Brewin
Pedorthist & Podiatrist ||
Coastal Orthotics and Pedorthics
Angus is a Pedorthist, Podiatrist and Director of Erina Podiatry and Coastal Orthotics and Pedorthics. Making custom and modified footwear solutions for patients on the Central Coast, NSW. He has worked in the Public and Private sectors as well as in education through the University of Newcastle. Learning footwear modifications from his father Gary and working with Pedorthists at his time with the Sydney Local Health District inspired him to go on further obtain his Bachelor of Pedorthics and become a certified Pedorthist Custom Maker.
Angus holds an honorary position as Pedorthist within the Sydney Local Health District.
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Treatment of a drop foot caused multiple sclerosis using an Easypreg AFO. (20min)
Drop foot is a typical symptom of multiple sclerosis. In this presentation, I will introduce you to the manufacturing process of an AFO using Easypreg for a customer with a drop foot. I will discuss the outcome and various treatment options with the audience.
Markus Kerkering
Markus Kerkering
Orthopaedic Shoemaker & Orthotic Expert ||
foot power
Markus Kerkering began his study in Germany in 2011 to become a licenced orthopaedic shoemaker and orthotic expert. He received his German Meister degree in 2018.
Markus has presented at national and international pedorthic conferences and has written professional articles for both a German Pedorthic and Podiatry journal and an English Pedorthic magazine.
He relocated to Australia in 2020 to further develop his career and currently works at Sydney-based pedorthic clinic, Footpower.
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Management of the Cavovarus foot. (20min)
The cavovarus foot is a condition characterised by a high arch (cavus foot) and an outward tilt of the ankle (varus tilt), as indicated by its name. It is frequently associated with neurological disorders, occurring in 67% of such cases. This condition often results in excessive loading on the lateral border of the foot and muscle imbalance, leading to an abnormal gait. This case presentation will examine how pedorthic interventions, including shoe modifications, sensorimotor orthoses, and custom-made pedorthic boots, can positively impact this condition.
Paul Shim
Paul Shim
Pedorthist & Podiatrist ||
OrthoShoes
Paul Shim is a pedorthist and podiatrist based in Sydney. He holds a Bachelor of Pedorthics from Southern Cross University and began his professional career in 2021. After gaining valuable experience during his initial two years with foot power, Paul now operates his own pedorthic clinic in Kingsgrove, Sydney. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive pedorthic care for a wide range of conditions, from heel pain to high-risk diabetic foot management.
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