093 - Kieran Carew Pathology Based Orthotics

Kieran Carew specialises in CADCAM technologies and postural biomechanics and is the Director of Foothealth UK Ltd. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he developed Pathology Based Orthotics, which is an alternative to custom-made orthotics and perfect for podiatrists using Telehealth. How his story began Kieran Carew has always had a passion for sports and fitness, and it was his sporting passion that introduced him to the podiatry profession. While playing Hurling, he developed severe shin splints, and his doctor referred him to a podiatrist. After his initial assessment, the podiatrist prescribed orthotics. Kieran openly admits he had no idea what a podiatrist was and when he was first handed his orthotics he felt violated. How could something that looked just like a shoe-innersole cost so much? Well, to his surprise, the orthotics cured his shin splints. Because of his engineering background, he needed to investigate further how a simple-looking device could have such a dramatic, positive effect on his lower limb biomechanics. On this episode we discuss: Plastic engineering Cadcam and 3D printing Why orthotics are only part of the solution What are Pathology based orthotics? Visit your lab and observing their orthotic manufacturing process. Why he started weekly webinars: To register and learn more send an email to [email protected] "The success of an orthotic is not how you make the orthotic; the key driver comes from the knowledge of the practitioner and how they share that knowledge with the lab." Final Tip Update your knowledge. Not every MSK or Biomechanical problem needs orthotics; you can influence change through exercises, and not every orthotic need to be custom-made, sometimes a simple over the counter device is all that is required. If you have any questions after listening to this episode, please send me an email at [email protected], or you can contact Kieran at [email protected] Podiatry Business Coaching & Mentoring If you want to own and operate a Thriving Podiatry Business, there are four vital pieces to the business puzzle. Marketing - You need a well thought out marketing strategy, not just more tactics. Systems - You need systems that will support your marketing strategy and your team. Team - You need to develop a team culture that makes your work-life balance easier, not harder. Diary - Your diary needs to be structured in a way that maximises patient numbers and increases daily profits. You have two choices: There's the slow approach, where you learn by trial and error and do everything yourself, or you can fast-track your education and business success with one-on-one business coaching and mentoring, or group coaching. If you want to know more, please email me at [email protected], and we can set up a Zoom Call and have a quick chat to see if I can be of assistance. Newsletter & Events Please sign up for my NEWSLETTER if you'd like to know more about upcoming EVENTS. I promise not to spam you with daily emails telling you how great I am. My Book It's No Secret There's Money In Podiatry. In Australia, you can order directly from my website, but if you live overseas, I would suggest Amazon or the Book Depository. Tell Your Podiatry Friends If you enjoy listening to Podiatry Legends, please tell all your podiatry friends, and please feel free to leave a REVIEW on iTunes, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode you might also enjoy: Ep 067: Dr Emily Splichal Barefoot Function & Barefoot Science Ep 092: Sarah-Jane Walls is The Posture Pod Facebook Page & Group Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club - This is for podiatry business owners and budding business owners, and the place where I will be adding my video marketing tips. Facebook Page: Podiatry Legends Podcast - This is where I post each podcast episode and information regarding my guests.