Plantar heel pain: time for an update?

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21 APR

Plantar heel pain: time for an update?

Join us for this 80-minute presentation and 10-minute Q&A session on the topic of Plantar heel pain: time for an update?

In this MSK SIG webinar, John will explore the nuance and updated highlights of plantar heel pain diagnosis and management. As a part of this, John will go into detail about exercise use and how, why, and when it is most appropriate. Importantly, John will discuss how to navigate application of evidence-informed approaches to better support clinical decision making to help you achieve optimal patient outcomes.

What we will cover:

1. Describe current evidence-based approaches to managing plantar heel pain.
2. Outline the nuances of exercise prescription plantar heel pain.
3. Refresh knowledge in clinical reasoning in decision with the aim of optimising patient outcomes.

The Presenter:

John Osborne

John Osborne is a podiatrist, clinician–researcher, and Lecturer with a PhD focused on muscle strength and plantar heel pain. He is a Certified Sports and Musculoskeletal Podiatrist through the Australian Podiatry Association, and has worked clinically with a range of elite sporting teams across Australia.

John’s research examines the role of muscle function and strength in lower limb pain, with a particular focus on plantar heel pain. His work aims to clarify commonly held assumptions in clinical practice by carefully evaluating the available evidence and its relevance to clinical reasoning. Alongside his academic role, John continues to practice clinically, maintaining a strong interest in the translation of research into professional understanding rather than prescriptive treatment models.

Event Details

When:

Tuesday 21 April 2025

Where:

Webinar (online)

Time:

This webinar will start at:
7:00pm - VIC, TAS, NSW, ACT, QLD (AEST)
6:30pm - SA
6:30pm - NT
5:00pm - WA

Cost:

MSK Member: Free
Student Member: Free
APodA Member: $20
Non-Member: $100

CPD Hours:

1.5 hour Category 1.5 Professional Development

Contact:

Australian Podiatry Association
info@podiatry.org.au
03 9416 3111

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