Unlock the secrets to effective orthotic therapy for patients at every stage of life as we sit down with podiatrists Matt Mollica and Gus McSweyn. Our experts shed light on the subtleties of custom-fit orthotics for growing children, delve into the complexities of treating mature feet, and reveal why a one-size-fits-all solution is a myth in the wo…

Explore the fusion of personal training with podiatry and the profound impact it has on patient care, as we sit down with Liam Russell, a spirited podiatrist fresh from his inaugural year in the field. Liam's story unfolds, revealing how his unique blend of expertise has shaped his approach to podiatry, from the foundational confidence built throug…

Embark on a journey to redefine patient care with Launceston's own Sinead Tracy, a podiatrist who weaves 17 years of expertise into a narrative of evolution and empathy. Together, we unravel the tapestry of orthotic philosophy as it melds seamlessly with an approach to clinical practice that places the patient at the forefront. Sinead's transformat…

Unlock the secrets of orthotic therapy with Matt Dilnot, a seasoned expert who's revolutionized his clinical methods. This episode promises a treasure trove of insights into the effective use of orthotics, ensuring you walk away with invaluable knowledge on patient treatment strategies. Matt's journey from a once frequent orthotic prescriber to a s…

Join the reflective journey with Jason Agosta and the esteemed podiatrist Matt Appleton, as we unravel the intricacies of orthotic therapy. With Matt's extensive background in private practice, sports medicine, and shoe retail, our conversation meanders through the evolution of podiatry, shining a light on the artisanal craft of orthotic fabricatio…

Prepare to elevate your cycling performance as Artur Maliszewski, a podiatrist with a passion for precision, shares the secrets of custom cycling orthoses. Discover the game-changing impact of aligning your feet for the perfect pedal stroke, where every ounce of power is seamlessly transferred to your ride. Artur's approach promises to revolutioniz…

Are custom orthoses the panacea for podiatric woes, or is there more to the story? Sophie Fit of Fitzroy Podiatry rejoins us after the triumph of our metatarsal stress fractures discussion to unravel the complexities of orthoses in clinical practice. Our conversation cuts through the noise to lay bare the diverse ideologies and methodologies podiat…

Unlock the potential of orthoses in managing foot and lower limb conditions with the expert insights of Gus McSweyn. In a captivating exchange, Gus McSweyn unveils his philosophy on utilising orthoses to balance tissue capacity with demands, offering a fresh perspective on customising orthotic selection. He emphasises a strategy focused on reducing…

Embark on a journey through the nuanced world of Podiatry with me, Jason Agosta, and the esteemed Matt Mollica from Windy Hill Podiatry, as we unravel the complexities of orthotic therapy in clinical practice. Our inaugural chat in this series promises to illuminate the various paths podiatrists take when incorporating orthoses into patient care, a…

Embark on an insightful journey with Podiatric Surgeon Mark Gilheany and myself, Jason Agosta, as we peel back the layers of what it takes to make it in the high-stakes world of professional tennis, as well as the intricate field of podiatry. Mark, whose dual roles as a medical expert and the parent of an up-and-coming tennis star offer a rare dual…

Are you constantly battling with annoying ankle instability? Join us as we delve deep into the subject of chronic lateral ankle instability with our special guest, the insightful physiotherapist Andrew Wynd from Balwyn Sports Physiotherapy. Andrew, with his wealth of knowledge, shares his experiences. Diving deeper, we explore how a comprehensive p…

Hang tight as we journey into the intricate world of foot strength, diabetes, and what this means for podiatry. Today, we're unearthing the connection between diabetic patient's foot strength and the risk of ulceration with Matt Dilnot, a Podiatrist at Melbourne Foot Clinic and Clinical Educator at La Trobe University. Matt's astute insights from r…

Hold onto your seats because today, we're challenging conventional wisdom, breaking away from the norm and stepping into the thrilling world of foot strengthening with our revered guest, Matt Dilnot. We're turning the spotlight and stressing the urgency to break free from traditional methods. With Matt's expertise, we push boundaries and open up ne…

Join us in an enlightening discussion on peroneal cuboid pain, or cuboid syndrome, an elusive ailment that often appears without any obvious cause. As we navigate this complex issue, we delve into its connection to inversion injuries, its mysterious origin, and the significant role peroneal tendons play in this pain. We also offer practical advice …

Ever wondered how those seemingly insignificant lateral compartments of your leg and foot function as crucial stabilizers for your ankle joint? We're about to unravel the intricacies of lateral compartment pain, its unique diagnoses, and presentations. Our mission is to make you see that the key to the right diagnosis often lies in truly hearing wh…

Get ready for a mind-expanding journey into the innovative world of podiatry with our esteemed guest Matt Dilnot, a leading podiatrist and clinical supervisor at La Trobe University. We're challenging the conventional orthotic-focused approach and delving into the intriguing role of stress adaptation over time in pain management. With Matt's field …

Matt Clarke from Adelaide who is a podiatrist and competes in steeplechase on the track. Matt competed at the Tokyo Olympics and also recently competed at the world championships in Budapest. We talk all things that go into being an international athlete and combining this with practicing podiatry. @mattiiclarke www.sparc.com.au @simplythebestpodia…

Practitioner management with Fiona Allen. importance of mentoring encourage young practitioners to sit-in doing too much too soon burn-out loss of focus poor listening stress emotional exhaustion loss of empathy safety issues quality of care poor decision making keeping a balance with work and life taking your time patience valuing yourself @simply…

5th Metatarsal Fractures We discuss 3 types of 5th metatarsal fractures and the importance of identifying the position of the fracture and how management varies between these fracture sites. @simplythebestpodiatry @jasonagosta www.markblackney.com.au Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands …

Metatarsal stress fractures Sophie Fitt joins this episode to discuss metatarsal stress fractures. Aetiology Pathology Symptoms Radiology Management Training @sophieelizabethfitt @fitzpod @simplythebestpodiatry @jasonagosta Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We pay…

Sophie Ryan joins Simply the Best Podiatry to discuss ingrown nail management including partial nail resections. Sophie emphasises conservative treatment initially before advising the resection procedure. We discuss the importance of relaxing the patient, slow injections, sensation testing, excising the nail border and phenolising, before dressings…

A short discussion on the Super Shoes for running with Madeleine Murray and Gus McSweyn. @simplythe bestpodiatry www.movepod.com.au @gusmcsweyn www.madeleinemurraypodiatry.com.au @madeleinegmurray Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to the elders…

Angus McSweyn and Madeleine Murray join the show to discuss: medial ankle pain and firm midsoled and torsional stable shoes slow transition needed to change footwear styles comfort most important dealing with shoe stores less dense the foam is, the less stable a shoe becomes females have greater response to varying footwear increase stack height an…

Madeleine Murray joins this episode in discussing running footwear for females. Madeleine has been a Podiatrist for 9 years and is an elite 800m and 1500m runner. She travels and competes on the European athletics circuit and has competed in the European championships in the past. Madeleine discusses: Footwear and influence on injury risk and impro…

Football boots with Sam Turner Sam a 35yo Podiatrist of 8 years and practices in Nth Melbourne, with a focus on football and cycling. Sam has just presented at the Sports Medicine Australia Women in Football Conference recently in Adelaide. In this episode, we discuss with Sam: Differences between mens and womens boots Why we should consider boot c…

Ep.12 Running Technique! We discuss how running technique: -influences the lower limb -influences foot function -the importance of arm swing - assistsrunning economy -the importance of good postural control -postural control and hip extension -cues to advise running technique -the process of early learning for skill aquisition Physiotherapist Nick …

Jason Agosta discusses surgical options for Achilles tendon related problems with Mark Blackney foot and ankle surgeon. We discuss Achilles tendon ruptures and surgical options including, the medial gastrocnemius release procedure. @simplythebestpodiatry @jasonagostapod @theagilefoot www.markblackney.com.au Support the show This podcast is recorded…

Simply the Best ... Podiatry is a short podcast to improve your practice and practical skills. In this episode Jason and John discuss our clinical experience with teninopathy. Links Efficacy of heel lifts versus calf muscle eccentric exercise for mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy (HEALTHY): a randomised trial Increasing the midsole bending stiffnes…

Simply the Best ... Podiatry is a short podcast to improve your practice and practical skills. In this episode Jason and John discuss injections and the commercialisation of healthcare. Content warning: There is explicit language at the beginning and end of this episode. Effect of Ultrasonography-Guided Corticosteroid Injection vs Placebo Added to …

In this episode we discuss calcaneal apophysitis: P3 project Southern sports podiatry Queenstown What is calcaneal apophysitis Common histories Management Physiosports Sports Podiatry Level 1 course now live! Click here for access. Feedback/email: John Osborne: john@theagilefoot.com.au Jason Agosta: jason@ja-podiatry.com Support the show This podca…

In this interview with Biomechanist and PhD candidate Anja-Verena Behling we discuss the origins of all biomechanical theories of foot function and how they stand up to current scientific analysis. Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to the elder…

Simply the Best ... Podiatry is a short podcast to improve your practice and practical skills. In this episode Jason and John discuss the 2023 Australian Podiatry Conference. #podiatrycon23 Links used in this podcast: The first metatarsophalangeal joint in gout: a systematic review and meta-analysis Are ultrasound features at the first metatarsopha…

In this episode Jason and John discuss management options for plantar heel pain. What works for them, what doesn't and management strategies that could apply for your patients. Resources discussed: Morrisey et al, Management of plantar heel pain: a best practice guide informed by a systematic review, expert clinical reasoning and patient values, BJ…

Simply the Best ... Podiatry is a short podcast to improve your practice and practical skills. In this episode Jason and John discuss heel pain! If you want to be part of research looking at foot muscle strength and exercises contact: j.osborne@latrobe.edu.au for details on how to participate in cutting edge research to inform your practice. Links …

Simply the Best ... Podiatry is a short podcast to improve your practice and practical skills. In this episode Jason and John discuss the beauty of general foot care and how it can be a really positive part of your practice. Links used in this podcast: Grown Alchemist Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the …

Welcome to Simply the Best Podiatry Episode 2. We discuss HOW TO MANAGE a consultation and the key points to consider: Listen to the patient Take your time Patient should be the focus Give the patient time to express themselves and tell their story Biomechanics is not a Dx Be clear with your action plan Support the show This podcast is recorded and…

Introduction of Simply the Best Podiatry presented by Jason Agosta and John Osborne. Overview of podcast series delivering simple information to create and enhance your podiatry practice. Discussion of what fascinates us in podiatry. Support the show This podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands of the Kulin Nati…