Padding, taping and therapeutic ultrasound

This is an exciting, interactive day that incorporates a number of very practical modalities to enable you to offer your patients the very best possible conservative treatments.

This course aims  to create a comprehensive understanding of the application of tapes, paddings, chairside orthotics and therapeutic ultrasound, enabling you to successfully advance your skills and scope of practice. Conditions such as plantar fasciitis, capsulitis, hallux abductovalgus etc will be discussed, and you will be taught how to confidently use the techniques through demonstration and hands on application.

All course attendees will be shown how to correctly and confidently use a therapeutic ultrasound machine to ease patient discomfort for a variety of conditions. The course fee includes a new device (rrp £109) for all attendees, meaning you can begin treatments straight away.

Course Schedule

9.45 -arrivals registration and refreshments

10am – welcome and group introductions

10.30am – PowerPoint learning. Q&A interaction encoruaged

11.15am -Comfort break

11.30am – Tutor demonstrations

  • Taping – Plantar fasciitis  Hallux abductovalgus, plantar plate tear
  • Padding – Morton’s neuroma, cavity pads
  • Replaceable padding and chairside orthotics – how to pad shoe inserts instead of foot, how to make replaceable pads for patients. Metatarsal pads for fat pad atrophy

12.15 – Lunch

1pm – Demo therapeutic ultrasound and advice on use

1.15pm – Practical session

3.15pm – Q&A

4pm – Close

Course Tutor


Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Lunch, refreshments and therapeutic ultrasound device included.

This course is open to all Foot Health Practitioners, CoFH members can use this course towards the Higher Diploma certificate.

This one day introduction to foot reflexology will cover the fascinating roots of reflexology, what it is and how it can benefit your patients. We will discuss how this therapy helps to relax the body, restore balance/ homeostasis and help stimulate the natural healing process.

Most of this day’s course will be spent ‘hands-on’, learning how to confidently complete a reflexology treatment, mastering the techniques and in recognizing how points on the feet correspond to organs within the body.

The day will follow the Eunice Ingham method of reflexology.

Prior to the course all students will receive pre-course reading / learning.

Course Schedule

9.45am: Welcome and refreshments 

10am: Student and tutor introductions

10.30am: Reflexology history, what is it and incorporating it into your practice

11.15: Break

11.30: Observing a reflexology treatment

12.15pm: lunch

1pm: Techniques – thumb walking 

1.15pm – 2.30pm: Student practical’s.

2.30pm: Short comfort break

2.45pm: Student practical’s

3.30: Q&A, Certification

4pm: Close

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Gaynor is an experienced reflexologist. 1992-1993: Diploma in Reflexology (Association of Reflexologists). Designed and delivered A and P and Reflexology VTEC and BTEC certificate – 1995: BTEC assessor award 
1995-1997: Maidstone and Medway campus.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

This course is part of the Higher Diploma (HD). Higher Diploma students can claim 10 credits for successful attendance and completion of this course module.

Accredited by the Institute of Podiatrists and CA accreditation.

Max. 12 delegates.

Course Overview

Wart infections are seen very frequently in the daily practice of medical foot care. The human papilloma virus, like other viruses, are extremely difficult to successfully treat, with many treatment modalities being aggressive and painful. Our Verruca Masterclass discusses safe, usually painless and effective methods of treatment for many patients, particularly children, anxious and those with potentially complicated or difficult healing, such as diabetes.

During this course, we will study the human papilloma virus, and also how to recognise other possible differential diagnosis. We will also assess when to refer to a podiatrist/dermatologist, and discuss other methods of treatments used, including Faulkner needling, curettage and excision, cryosurgery, caustics, Swift microwave and also over-the-counter medications.

Verrutop (a Class IIa healthcare product only available to practitioners), and Spirularin VS will be discussed at length as they are safe and effective, and are quite novel treatments that can be promoted and used within clinical practice. We will also practise the use of the capillary tube application, used to extract and apply Verrutop, and discuss the homeopathic product Thuja (pillules and cream).

During this Masterclass, we will also investigate the use of TCA (Trichloroacetic acid), which can be safely applied using either the Scholl Verruca and Wart pen

Course Schedule

10am: Registration and introductions

10.30am: Interactive PowerPoint learning and discussion – HPV and identification. Use of dermatoscopes

11.15am: Coffee/tea break

11.30: Products available, what they are and possible treatment options for patients. When to refer? 

12.15pm: lunch

1pm: Verrutop (Nitrizinc) – capillary application on silicone feet. TCA application using silicone feet. Applications of occlusion and wool felt cavity pads. Spirularin VS. Using the dermatoscopes.

3.15pm: Coffee/tea break

3.30pm: Q&A’s, certificate presentation

4pm: Close

Course Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Refreshments and lunch provided

Members of the College of Foot Health who are undertaking the Higher Diploma can use attendance credits for this course towards completion of their HD.

This course is only open to members of The College of Foot Health. To register your interest email info@cofh.org.uk

Max. 10 delegates.

This intensive and highly-practical Advanced Practice training day is designed specifically to reconfirm the skills you have already learnt and are practicing, further developing and advancing your expertise as a Foot Health Practitioner.

The course will focus, but is not limited to, the following:

  • How to perform PNR (partial nail resection) with appropriate use of Clauberg nippers, blacks file and mosquito forceps
  • How to recognize and appropriately treat IPK (intractable plantar keratosis). What is it? Is it a corn? Other treatments to offer? 
  • Wound care, dressings and use of medical honey
  • Dermatology – recognizing psoriasis and dermatitis, including dyshidrotic eczema, and atopic dermatitis, plus appropriate treatments
  • When to, and how to, appropriately refer

A highly practical afternoon will involve patient assessment, PNR, IPK, heloma, wound care, use of dermatoscopes for skin issue recognition.

The course will be held at The Institute of Podiatrists clinical training Centre in Southport. Delegates will be practicing on specifically chosen patients.

On completion of the course, course delegates will receive an Advanced Practice Certificate, as well as a ‘working goodie bag’ that includes: Medical Honey, Mosquito forceps, Clinisept, copy of all slides and associated information.

Refreshments provided throughout the day. Lunch included.

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

In today’s foot health practices, damaged nails are a common concern among patients, often stemming from trauma, fungal infections, nail surgery, or various medical conditions. As part of a comprehensive treatment plan, toenail reconstruction can be a fantastic, temporary cosmetic solution—sometimes the only viable option for restoring the appearance of a damaged nail.

Toenail reconstruction offers a range of options, each tailored to address the specific needs of the patient. While it is primarily considered a cosmetic procedure, its impact goes beyond aesthetics. For many patients, the restoration of their nail’s appearance can have a profound psychological benefit, boosting confidence and improving overall well-being, especially when no other treatment options are available.

This procedure allows practitioners to offer patients a sense of normalcy and satisfaction, enhancing the holistic care provided.

This course will delve into various nail deformities and pathologies that can lead to unsightly toenails, equipping clinicians with the skills needed to address these issues effectively. You will learn how to confidently prepare the nail plate—and the nail bed if necessary—to create a cosmetically pleasing, temporary prosthetic nail using specialist gels.

The reconstructed toenail not only enhances the appearance of the damaged nail but can also be treated as a ‘normal’ nail, providing patients with a practical and aesthetically satisfying solution. Typically, these prosthetic nails last between 6-8 weeks, offering a durable yet temporary option that can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life.

In this course, we will explore the Wilde-Pedique LCN and Gehwol toenail reconstruction systems in detail. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with both of these leading systems, ensuring they are fully qualified to use them in their practice. Upon completion, no additional training will be required, allowing clinicians to begin offering these treatments to their patients immediately. This course equips you with the skills and confidence needed to incorporate these effective toenail reconstruction methods into your practice seamlessly.

Images provided courtesy of Gaynor Wooldridge, all images Copyright Gaynor Wooldridge.

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Lunch and refreshments provided.

Members of the College of Foot Health who are undertaking the Higher Diploma (HD) can use attendance and completion of this event towards the required HD credits.

*A Wilde-Pedique LCN kit can be purchased alongside the training at a specially discounted rate if the student would like to do this,  allowing for immediate, next day treatment for your patients.

Off the shelf and chair-side orthotics

This absorbing, innovative and intensively hands-on day will introduce, or revise and certainly simplify, the basic underpinning fundamentals of human gait and locomotion from the perspective of the point-of-care practitioner.

It will cut through the bewildering array of functional or accommodative orthotic insoles that the patient is offered from multiple online suppliers, sports shops and other various (and of sometimes variable quality) sources.

At the end of the day the delegate will understand:

  • basic gait physiology – and common pathologies
  • the role of prefabricated orthotics
  • when to use or supply simple devices, and most importantly when to refer on for more complex prescription solutions

It will also cover the simple ‘chairside’ devices that can be easily crafted from felts, foams or silicone putty as well as how certain ‘off the shelf’ insoles can be easily modified when required for optimal results.

The day is heavily weighted towards practicality, so get ready to roll up your sleeves and start cutting, snipping and moulding!

Course Schedule

9am – Registration and welcome

9.15 – 9.30 – Introduction, Aims and Objectives of the day

9.30-10.30 – An introduction to biomechanics – pressures and loading in the foot, foot as a lever / mobile adapter, pronation/supination

10.30 – Comfort break

10.45 – 12 – Biomechanics part 2: joint motions -ankle/subtalar/stance/midtarsal/ MPJ/IP

12 – 12.45pm – lunch break

12.45 – 3.45pm – Practical, orthodigital orthotics (silicone putty), felt devices and Off-The-Shelf insoles (what, why, when and how)

3.45pm – 4.15pm – Discussion, Q&A, feedback and CPD certification

4.15pm – Finish

Tutor

Martin Harvey, is a consultant Podiatrist at two Birmingham Hospitals dealing with both NHS and private patients. He also has a background in specialist NHS high risk podiatry clinics as well as having his own private podiatry practice in the West Midlands. He is a keen educator and as well as being a tutor for the College of Foot Health he lectures and teaches on specialist subjects to Podiatrists in the UK and abroad including having presented in mainland Europe and Canada.

The pain-free, non-invasive, non-surgical treatment solution

This course will investigate nail pathologies frequently seen by podiatrists and foot health practitioners. We will discuss how we can use safe, simple and inexpensive treatment options that avoid surgery, require no anesthetic, have no recovery period, offer quick relief from pain, and can be repeated successfully without trauma.

Ingrown toenails are a common and often painful condition that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Nail braces offer a conservative, safe, and effective treatment option suitable for various patient groups, including children, those with needle phobia, patients with diabetes or poor wound healing, and individuals with peripheral vascular disease (PVD). They are also ideal for patients who have undergone successful treatment for fungal nail infections, as these nails often grow flatter and wider, necessitating careful management.

Nail braces are evidence-based, affordable for patients, and profitable for practitioners. They provide a non-invasive alternative to more drastic interventions, reducing the risk of complications and promoting better patient outcomes.

During your training, you’ll be introduced to a variety of bracing systems available in the field. These include composite solutions, wired adhesive solutions, and simple adhesive braces. The practical sessions will give you hands-on experience with these different systems, allowing you to gain confidence in their application and use.

By becoming proficient with a range of braces, you ensure that you can tailor your treatment plans to the specific needs of each patient, rather than being restricted to a single method. This adaptability is crucial in providing the best care possible and achieving optimal outcomes for your patients.

Course schedule

10.00 -Welcome and refreshments

10.15 -12.00 Nail pathologies and treatments options for ingrown toenails. Nail braces – types, patient selection, research and evidence.

12.00 – 12.45 – Lunch

12.45 – 13.10 – Tutor demonstration

13.15 – 15.30 – Student practical’s

15.30 – 16.00 – Q&A, feedback and CPD

16.00 – Close

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Lunch and refreshments are provided throughout the course.

Members of The College of Foot Health, can use credits of attendance towards their Higher Diploma.

Further your knowledge on actions in clinical emergencies by undertaking our short online assessment.

Each delegate will be sent 2 brochures via post in order to complete an online assessment.

The first is a detailed presentation written by The Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists covering anaphylaxis, CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED), the second is a handy size glossy AED & BLS First Aid 4th Edition handbook which is ideal for use in preparation for the online assessment and will prove invaluable as ongoing reference.

Use these two training guides to assist you with the classmarker assessment.

On successful completion you will receive CPD certification totalling 10 points.

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