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Footwear First

Posted by PPL Biomechanics on Feb 21, 2024

When approaching a biomechanical assessment for new patients with a view to provision of foot orthoses, consider the impact of poorly fitting footwear, the patient's individual needs, and also how to convince them to transition from their previously-loved "elegant" footwear.

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Spring 2020 Course Announcement | Two Day Intermediate Level Biomechanics Course

Posted by Thomas Twomey on Jan 23, 2020

Intermediate Level Biomechanics Assessment & Prescription Writing Course Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan Road, Woodland, Dublin April 2020 24 - 25 Fri - Sat This two-day course has been developed for postgraduate medical practitioners with minimal experience in orthotic prescription writing and will encompass theory and practical workshops. This multidisciplinary course is delivered jointly by Sharon Morris Physiotherapist (MSc. Biomechanics) Galway City Physio and Joanne McKenna, Podiatrist. This intensive workshop-based course aims to enable practitioners to: Understand the principles of functional biomechanics Understand how the main functional units of the foot behave in gait Undertake a comprehensive biomechanical assessment Identify pathological standing...

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New Orliman Rehab & Offloading Ranges

Posted by Thomas Twomey on Sep 04, 2019

Orliman is an innovative orthopaedic company from Spain which has been manufacturing premium quality devices for over 70 years. We have recently expanded our range considerably, read on to find out more.