On today’s episode we talked to physiotherapist Dr. Sue Mayes about the importance of foot and calf strengthening. She covers the specifics of how to strengthen the intrinsic muscles of the foot as well as common mistakes we can make in rehab. Sue has seen this type of training help prevent injury and improve performance. In her experience a reduction in pla ... Show More
Sep 2020
#128 – Irene Davis, Ph.D.: The evolution of the foot, running injuries, and minimalist shoes
<p>Irene Davis is the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center at the Harvard Medical School. In this episode, Irene describes how her research of biomechanics and clinical work with running injuries, as well as research by others, has shaped her views on mainta ... Show More
1h 53m
May 2025
Here's why your feet hurt — and what you can do about it
If you're struggling with foot pain from bunions, Achilles tendinitis or plantar fasciitis, it might be time to reevaluate your foot care routine. In this episode, foot experts share advice on picking the right running shoes, strengthening your feet muscles and more. See pcm.adsw ... Show More
25m 49s
May 2025
Your Toes Can Predict If You'll Die Early And Heres's How To Fix Your Plantar Fasciitis! - Dr. Courtney Conley (Foot Expert)
What if the secret to fixing back pain, avoiding dementia, and living longer is…your feet? Dr. Courtney Conley breaks down why your shoes are failing you. Dr Courtney Conley is a physician specialising in foot and gait mechanics. She is the founder of ‘Gait Happens’ and ‘Total He ... Show More
1h 32m
Jul 2024
EP. 66: Empowering Movement - Integrating S&C into Physiotherapy with Claire Minshull
<p>In this podcast, Dr. Claire Minshull shares her insights on teaching strength and conditioning to physiotherapists, emphasizing the practical application of academic knowledge. She discusses common mistakes in S&C practices, the importance of muscular strength in rehabilitatio ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2024
How To Heal Your Body, Improve Balance & Move Better At Any Age (The New Science of Foot Health) with Jim Dooner #502
Did you know that the health of your feet impacts your entire body? Or that the shoes you wear daily could be contributing to more widespread pain—from your ankles to your back and beyond?
Today's guest on my Feel Better Live More podcast is Jim Dooner, the Head Physiotherapist f ... Show More
2 h