Royal College of Chiropractors CPD Event – Clinical Relevance of Foot Posture and Function

Webinar Outline

This webinar will provide as overview of concepts, ideas and theories on foot biomechanics in order to help provide you with a new (or improved) skill set for better assessment and treatment of your patients.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify changes to foot function during visual gait analysis.
• Recognise when changes to foot function are clinically relevant.
• Identify when foot posture has the potential to change your treatment plan.

Speaker – Abbie Comer

Abbie graduated from the University of Plymouth in 2004 with a First Class Honours Degree in Podiatry. Abbie also holds Post Graduate Certificates in Rheumatology Practice and Healthcare Leadership. Having worked as part of the diabetes and endocrinology team at Yeovil District Hospital, Abbie has specialist knowledge in the management and treatment of the diabetic foot. She also has a keen interest in the biomechanics of the lower limb, including gait analysis and the provision of orthotics. Most recently Abbie worked within the NHS in Somerset as the Operational Manager for MSK Physiotherapy and Podiatry, and Professional Lead for Podiatry. As a result, she recognises the benefits of multidisciplinary working and delivering patient centred care. Abbie currently works in independent practice at Taunton Chiropractic Clinic in Somerset.

RCC Members participate free of charge. Refer to your email or contact events@rcc-uk.org to register with your full name and email address.

Non-Members: £35. Please register and pay online here rcc-uk.org/rcc-events

Registration closes: Thursday 6th May 2021 5pm.