This CPD accredited, one-day, in-person workshop from Algeos Academy is designed to advance your clinical confidence and capability in prescribing, modifying, and fitting chairside orthoses for a range of musculoskeletal (MSK) foot and ankle conditions.
Hosted at Algeos HQ in Liverpool, the event blends essential theoretical knowledge with immersive hands-onexperience, using industry-recognised products including Slimflex, Podotech, and Aortha.
Whether you're a podiatrist, physiotherapist, FHP, chiropractor, or student clinician, this practical training day offers the opportunity to deepen your understanding of orthotic therapy principles. You’ll explore customisation techniques, patient-centred prescription strategies, and real-time fitting methods to help you deliver more effective, individualised care with confidence.
What you'll learn:
- The biomechanical principles of foot and ankle function
- How to apply theory to evidence-based orthotic therapy
- When and how to prescribe orthoses for common MSK symptoms (e.g. heel pain, arch pain, forefoot pain)
- The clinical differences between prefabricated and customised orthoses
- How to modify chairside orthoses to meet individual patient needs
- Key components of orthotic prescriptions and how to tailor them
- Practical fitting skills
- Troubleshooting common concerns with orthotic use
- How to integrate patient expectations and shared decision-making into treatment
- Confidence in using orthotic therapy as part of individualised care plans
What’s included:
- An introductory webinar & pre-reading to help you properly prepare for the workshop
- Practical hands-on training with Advanced MSK Podiatrist and Clinical Educator Louise Fisher
- Orthotic prescription and fitting techniques you can immediately implement in your practice
- Access to leading orthoses brands
- An Algeos Academy goodie bag to take home with you
- A CPD certificate of completion for your records
- Lunch and refreshments throughout the day
Cost: £225 + VAT
