News — insoles

From the 1^st March 2021, PPL will be distributing selected Algeos materials and selected brands of lower limb devices into Ireland.

• PPL will stock brands including Slimflex, Interpod, Diaped, Peapod, Silipos and Podotech components.
• Algeos materials will also be available through PPL such as Aortha EVA, PORON and other selected materials based on the needs of customers.
• The selected Algeos products and materials will complement PPL biomechanics' existing product range of lower limb solutions.
• PPL will also be able to provide technical support on these new products.

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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