Designing Better Orthoses: Technology, Principles and Clinical Insight

Join us for this 90-minute presentation and 10-minute Q&A session on the topic of Designing Better Orthoses: Technology, Principles and Clinical Insight

This webinar brings together Konrad Job and Alex Murray for a deep, practical exploration of custom orthotic design and manufacture. The session focuses on the underlying technology, design principles, and clinical considerations that shape effective orthotic solutions. Rather than centering on any single platform or tool, the conversation highlights the universal concepts that clinicians can apply across any manufacturing system they may encounter in practice.

Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to translate clinical assessment into design decisions, how different fabrication technologies influence outcomes, and how to evaluate orthotic function with a systems-level mindset. Whether you’re new to orthotic design or looking to refine your technical reasoning, this discussion offers adaptable, evidence-informed insights that support confident decision‑making in diverse clinical environments.

What we will cover:

1. Identify key technologies and design principles used in custom orthotic manufacture.
2. Link clinical assessment to design choices that influence orthotic function.
3. Apply universal concepts to evaluate and optimise orthoses across any manufacturing system

The Presenters:

Konrad Job

Konrad Job is an Australian podiatrist with a special interest in foot orthotic technology and digital manufacturing workflows. He works with clinics, laboratories, and academic institutions to improve how foot orthoses are prescribed and manufactured for clinical practice.

Konrad is involved in the development of the LaserCAM Orthotics software platform used by clinics, laboratories, and universities in Australia and internationally. He regularly teaches podiatrists and students how to best implement 3D scanning in clinical practice and also handles the assembly and repair of various laser scanners in Australia.

He also has experience with the installation of capital equipment for both subtractive and additive manufacture, helping to install equipment in both clinical and laboratory environments over the past decade. He is also involved in current research examining the morphological differences between various foot capture techniques. He hopes that this research will drive changes in software development and help clinicians to better understand digital orthotic prescription and design.

Alex Murray

Alex Murray is a podiatrist and rehabilitation coach with advanced training in sports and exercise medicine, podiatric biomechanics and strength and conditioning. His broad skill set allows him to deliver comprehensive, highly individualised foot and ankle care, integrating footwear guidance, custom orthoses and targeted exercise rehabilitation to meet each patient’s specific needs.

He has supported people across all ages and activity levels, from international athletes to recreational movers, and works closely with physiotherapists, GPs, medical specialists and orthopaedic surgeons to ensure coordinated care. As an educator, mentor and author, Alex teaches clinicians worldwide how to help patients overcome foot and ankle pain. With more than a decade of experience in clinics, on sports fields and in everyday settings, he champions an approach where people understand their condition, feel informed about their options and are empowered to take charge of their health.

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