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<p>Official podcast of Sports & Exercise Podiatry Australasia (SEPA).</p><p></p><p>Evidence. Insight. Action.</p><p></p><p>Be part of our community. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au/you/become-a-sepa-member/">Join SEPA today.</a></p><p>www.sepa.org.au</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
A/Prof Kade Paterson: Bridging Research, Elite Sport and the 'Humanity' of Podiatry Practice
<p>What does it take to bridge high-level academic research with elite clinical performance? In this episode of Sole Science, hosts Patrick Doan and Darcy Dore sit down with Associate Professor Kade Paterson—Dame Kate Campbell Fellow at the University of Melbourne, consulting sports podiatrist at Lakeside Sports Medicine Centre and Collingwood Football Club, and President of Sports and Exercise Podiatry Australasia (SEPA).</p><p>From his early days as an exercise science student with a hidden passion for skateboarding and running to leading world-first randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on joint osteoarthritis and platelet-rich plasma (PRP), Kade offers a candid, evidence-backed deep dive into the future of lower-limb sports medicine.</p><p></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li><strong>From Passive Mechanics to Active Load:</strong> How the discipline has evolved from passive mechanical tweaks to active, load- and exercise-based interventions—a shift reflected in the evolution from 'sports podiatry' to 'sports and exercise podiatry'.</li><li><strong>Decoupling Symptoms from Disease:</strong> Why clinicians must treat the person, not the scan. Kade highlights why symptom modification remains the priority in osteoarthritis management until true disease-modifying agents exist.</li><li><strong>The Foot Spring Mechanism:</strong> Insights on energy storage and arch deformation from recent consensus guidelines. Learn when preserving early joint mobility aids synovial fluid health, and when to pivot to stiffer rocker-bottom footwear for end-stage joint stiffness.</li><li><strong>Cutting Through the PRP Hype:</strong> Behind the scenes of Kade's landmark 2022 RESTORE trial on ankle osteoarthritis. Kade unpacks the logistics of double-blind blood trials, the unexpected therapeutic effects of saline placebos, and why high-quality methodology matters in an era of biased data.</li><li><strong>Elite AFL Practice:</strong> The high-stakes reality of working with Collingwood FC, managing first MTP joint pain in professional footballers where perfect mechanical setups face the harsh reality of match day.</li><li><strong>Exercise as Systemic Relief:</strong> Why physical activity extends far beyond local tissue strengthening, serving as a powerful remote pain modifier across the whole body.</li></ul><p><strong>Connect & Join the Community</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Guest Info:</strong> Connect with A/Prof. Kade Paterson and explore his research via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kade-Paterson">ResearchGate</a></li><li><strong>Join SEPA:</strong> Elevate your career in sports and exercise podiatry. Whether you are a student, new grad, or seasoned clinician, join SEPA for exclusive access to research, CPD, and mentorship: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.sepa.org.au">www.sepa.org.au</a></li></ul>
June 25, 2026
Ian Griffiths: Evidence Over Hype, the Mechanics of Orthoses and the Evolution of Sports Podiatry
<p>How do you balance a globally respected clinical practice with cutting-edge academic research? For Ian Griffiths—a Fellow of both the Royal College of Podiatry and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and a lecturer in sports medicine at Queen Mary University of London—the answer lies in a relentless pursuit of evidence over hype. Backed by decades of elite sport experience, including working inside the London 2012 Olympics Athletes' Village, Ian brings a rigorously evidence-based yet deeply human approach to lower limb sports medicine. </p><p>Our hosts, Pat, John, and Harriet, sit down with Ian for a wonderfully candid conversation that challenges some of the most deeply entrenched beliefs in the podiatry profession. Together, they strip back the glamour of high-tech clinical tools to explore why critical appraisal must always steer contemporary practice over passing trends. </p><p><strong>In this episode, we dive into:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Reality of Sports Podiatry:</strong> Why sports podiatry belongs to anyone adopting a serious, data-driven approach to their training—from Premier League footballers to driven parkrun enthusiasts. </li><li><strong>Academic Fighting & Plantar Heel Pain: </strong>Inside Ian's high-profile "letter to the editor" response to the JOSPT guidelines, critiquing the overvaluation of resistance training and the complete omission of shockwave therapy.</li><li><strong>How Orthoses Actually Work: </strong>A refreshingly honest look at orthotic mechanisms. Ian breaks down the four overarching umbrella categories—kinematic, kinetic, neuromotor, and psychological—while embracing the nuance of what we still don't know. </li><li><strong>The Physics of Rearfoot Posting: </strong>Insights from Ian's collaborative lab research measuring shell stiffness. Discover why modifying the rearfoot post alters midfoot compliance, regardless of whether you're using 3D-printed nylon or traditional polypropylene. </li><li><strong>Dismantling Population Shoe Logic:</strong> Why big data shows that matching footwear to foot posture fails to prevent injuries, and how clinicians can shift toward nuanced, pathology-specific prescribing instead.</li><li><strong>Overrated vs. Underrated:</strong> Ian steps up as the first-ever participant in this rapid-fire segment, delivering unfiltered takes on "overpronation" as a diagnosis, foot intrinsic strengthening, maximalist stack heights, and why UK conference coffee is deeply tragic. </li></ul><p>Whether you're a student trying to make sense of conflicting biomechanical frameworks, a clinician looking to shield your practice from social media misinformation, or simply a footwear geek curious about the true physics inside your shoes, this episode serves as an essential masterclass in keeping your clinical reasoning sharper than your kit. </p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with our guest:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Ian Griffiths: </strong>Connect with Ian on Instagram <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/sportspodiatryinfo">@sportspodiatryinfo</a> and view her ongoing academic work via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ian-Griffiths-10">ResearchGate</a>.</li></ul><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au/you/become-a-sepa-member/"><strong>Join the SEPA Community</strong></a></p><p>Enjoyed this conversation and want to elevate your career in sports and exercise podiatry? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au/you/become-a-sepa-member/"><strong>Join SEPA and become a member today.</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au">www.sepa.org.au</a></p>
June 18, 2026
Prof. Debbie Turner: Movement as Medicine, Demystifying Point-of-Care Ultrasound and the Reality of Placement Design
<p>What does it take to truly future-proof the podiatry profession? In this episode of Sole Science, hosts Patrick Doan and Darcy Dore sit down with Professor Debbie Turner, Podiatry Program Coordinator at QUT, to unpack the complex intersections of education, advanced clinical technology, and professional longevity. </p><p>With a career deeply rooted in NHS clinical practice, rheumatology, and diabetes research, Debbie brings a refreshing, evidence-backed perspective to the massive shifts currently reshaping the field. </p><p><strong>In this episode, we explore:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Power of 'Use It or Lose It': </strong>How Debbie’s extensive work with chronic, inflammatory rheumatological conditions reinforces the concept of movement as medicine, and why physical activity remains an under-prioritised tool against irreversible joint damage. </li><li><strong>The Practicality of Point-of-Care Ultrasound: </strong>Why integration beats outsourcing. Debbie explains how highly accessible, modern systems with strong Doppler capabilities can—and should—be standard fixtures for both MSK and vascular assessments in everyday practice. </li><li><strong>The Logistics of Modern Placements: </strong>An inside look at QUT’s flexible, block-based placement model, the freedom it gives students to pursue niche interests, and the genuine struggle to find private practitioners willing to host students for 70-hour blocks. </li><li><strong>Rethinking the "New Grad" Narrative: </strong>Why expecting complete commercial autonomy on day one is unique to podiatry compared to other health disciplines, and how business owners are under-utilising the advanced cultural and entrepreneurial skill sets of today’s graduates. </li><li><strong>Unpopular Opinions De-brief: </strong>The panel goes head-to-head on listener-sourced hot takes, debating whether clinical skills inherently outshine business prowess, the real utility of force plates, and if biomechanics education has truly evolved past rigid root theory. </li><li><strong>The Circular Economy of Lower-Limb Care: </strong>A vital conversation on professional sustainability. Debbie challenges the community to look beyond environmental catchphrases and actively consider the lifetime waste of orthoses, the carbon footprint of the footwear industry, and the power of repairing over replacing. </li></ul><p>From deep-dives into emerging shear-force smart insoles to a candid look at how social media algorithms shape clinical credibility, this episode serves as an essential pulse-check on where podiatry is heading and how clinicians can actively shape its direction.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with our guest:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Professor Debbie Turner: </strong>Connect with Debbie and view her ongoing academic work via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Debbie-Turner">ResearchGate</a>.</li></ul><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au/you/become-a-sepa-member/"><strong>Join the SEPA Community</strong></a></p><p>Enjoyed this conversation and want to elevate your career in sports and exercise podiatry? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au/you/become-a-sepa-member/"><strong>Join SEPA and become a member today.</strong></a><strong> </strong>Whether you're a student, a recent graduate, or an established clinician, SEPA offers a world of opportunity—from exclusive access to the latest research and CPD, to mentorship and networking with some of the most respected names in the field.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sepa.org.au">www.sepa.org.au</a></p>
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