APodA Hosts | Webinar - Managing the Runner – Just STOP running… Right?

Join us for this 40-minute presentation and 10-minute Q&A session on the topic of Managing the Runner – Just STOP running… Right?

What we will cover:

1. Exploring Bone Physiology and Enhancing Capacity
2. Unpacking Tendon Physiology and Enhancing Capacity
3. Evaluating Gait and Running Patterns
4. Effective Rehabilitation for Active Individuals and Runners
5. Strategies for Foot Orthosis Prescription in Running
6. Education, Tips, and Foundations for Safe Return to Running

The Presenter:

Blake Withers

Blake works at the Achieve Podiatry team in Newcastle, situated within a dynamic Multidisciplinary Sports Medicine Clinic alongside Sports Physicians, GP's, and Sport Doctors.

His academic journey includes a successful completion of his Podiatry degree, followed by postgraduate honours at the University of Newcastle.

Blake co-hosts the podcast 'The Sports Medicine Project,' featuring top experts like Ian Griffiths, Dr. Ebonie Rio, Dr. Richard Willy, and Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Steven Kent, placing the podcast among the world's top 10%.

Blake's association with the University of Newcastle extends to lecturing, teaching, mentoring, and guiding students in rehabilitation, biomechanics, and pain management as a dedicated clinical educator.

Driven by a strong passion for endurance athletes, particularly runners, Blake is motivated to maintain his training for various endurance running events. He has shared his expertise on Running injuries as a presenter for Sports Medicine Australia.

In his clinical practice, he frequently manage both trail and road running injuries and extensively discusses running-related topics on his Instagram (@BlakeWithers.SportsPodiatrist)

When: Monday the 9th of October 2023
Where: Webinar (online)
Time: 7:00pm AEDT
Cost: Free for APodA Members and Student Members | $100 Non-Members
CPD Hours: 1 hour Category 1 Professional Development

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