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Solange Le-Feuvre Sports Podiatry

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 414 933 930

Address: 46 Suffolk Street Paddington 2021 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: https://podpodiatry.com.au

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25.01.2022 Its so sad that this subject is still treated as taboo. Trainers, coaches, clinicians, etc. fear of asking these important questions or warn that its just too private. Being a woman and in my own years of competitive sport and training KNOW how much your menstrual cycle affects every facet of your life and performance, and continues throughout your entire life! I know Im not alone in saying this, as women in sport in the last 20-30 years (still happening), we pretended to ...not have periods (we just didnt talk about them). It was perceived (still is) as a weakness IMAGINE that!!! It is far from a weakness...far from it! In our periods, in knowing our MENSTRUAL CYCLES and working with them from the way we approach nutrition, recovery, training, etc. ...lies our PERFORMANCE POWER. Oh, how I wish I had this knowledge that is coming out now back in my teens/20s when I was competing. Now I can continue to learn and use it in my 40s to see me through my years for my own performance training goals. We as trainers, coaches, clinicians have that incredible opportunity to truly support and raise the performance bar for younger women and for all women at all phases in the fields of any sports discipline or any women that have fitness or performance goals. WOMEN HAVE PERIODS...LETS GET OVER IT!!! AND START SUPPORTING WOMENs PERFORMANCE!!! #menstrualcycle #perimenopause #menopause #sport #athletics #performance #womenshealth #fitness #exercise #women

24.01.2022 This is a fantastic read and a gentle reminder to be kind to yourself during these tough times. Keep your body moving and continue to fuel yourself with good nutrition.

23.01.2022 Foots ready to crack open a cold one! Merry Christmas from both Foot and myself, and stay chill. #merrychristmas #foot #podiatrist

22.01.2022 Were told to keep a minimum of 1.5 metres apart from others to avoid the spread of COVID-19 via contact with virus-contaminated droplets. So when news emerged last week of a study showing the potential for droplets to spread beyond 1.5m if a person is walking, jogging or cycling, it raised concerns. But the study was published before it was peer-reviewed by experts to double-check the findings.... Always be sure to check your sources!

22.01.2022 Im a firm believer of inter-disciplinary learning. It broadens clinical knowledge and understanding of how to treat with a multidisciplinary approach. Saturday at the clinic teaching Leesa (my partner in crime and Ex.Phys UNSW 3rd year) on how to do a podiatry biomechanical assessment, gait analysis and scanning techniques for orthotics. Shes a fast learner! ... #biomechanics #podiatry #exercisephysiology #sports #exercise

20.01.2022 IM STILL OPEN! Everyone has been so pre-occupied about coping with so many things during this pandemic (and rightly so!) but have you stopped to ask yourself how are you coping with your foot pain? Im still open and seeing patients at Pod Podiatry Clinic in Paddington!... To ensure the safety of all my patients over the last 6 weeks, I have: Completed infection control training (COVID-19). Implemented additional safety measures within the clinic and home visits in accordance with recommendations made by the Department of Health and the guidance of the Australian Podiatry Association. Im also offering phone and Telehealth consultations where its suitable. Please send me a message so we can further discuss how I can best help you and your feet! #covid19 #staysafe

20.01.2022 It's so sad that this subject is still treated as taboo. Trainers, coaches, clinicians, etc. fear of asking these important questions or warn that it's just too private. Being a woman and in my own years of competitive sport and training KNOW how much your menstrual cycle affects every facet of your life and performance, and continues throughout your entire life! I know I'm not alone in saying this, as women in sport in the last 20-30 years (still happening), we pretended to ...not have periods (we just didn't talk about them). It was perceived (still is) as a weakness IMAGINE that!!! It is far from a weakness...far from it! In our periods, in knowing our MENSTRUAL CYCLES and working with them from the way we approach nutrition, recovery, training, etc. ...lies our PERFORMANCE POWER. Oh, how I wish I had this knowledge that is coming out now back in my teens/20s when I was competing. Now I can continue to learn and use it in my 40s to see me through my years for my own performance training goals. We as trainers, coaches, clinicians have that incredible opportunity to truly support and raise the performance bar for younger women and for all women at all phases in the fields of any sports discipline or any women that have fitness or performance goals. WOMEN HAVE PERIODS...LETS GET OVER IT!!! AND START SUPPORTING WOMEN's PERFORMANCE!!! #menstrualcycle #perimenopause #menopause #sport #athletics #performance #womenshealth #fitness #exercise #women

20.01.2022 The priority is to provide more natural strategies for the treatment of mood disorders, depression and anxiety, he adds. In practice, we hope that every psychiatric facility will include integrative therapies in our case, exercise in particular as the primary resource for their patients psycho-physical wellbeing. With focus on nutrition in their their programs...this is a wonderful move! ... #exercise #mooddisorders #lifestylefactors #mentalhealth

19.01.2022 Children and adolescents who spend most of their time barefoot develop motor skills differently from those who habitually wear shoes.

19.01.2022 First day back with the Parramatta crew. Happy to be back catching up with patients, and looking forward to helping many more the year brings! #lovemywork #lovemypatients #podiatrist... PS #lovemycoffee

18.01.2022 It is with the deepest sadness that Energize Physiotherapy Parramatta Westfield will be closing its doors 31 March. We were impacted by the corona epidemic in January. My physiotherapist colleague (owner) had been quarantined in China Wuhan, and still no definite date of her return. Also half of our patients were Chinese who traveled back for the Chinese New Year and were being quarantined and others doing self-isolation here. I took the opportunity to take the role as princ...ipal Podiatrist 5 years ago. My colleague and I were the pioneers, we built the clinic from the ground up, marketing, networking and doing whatever was necessary...hard work definitely! It grew to an impressive multidisciplinary clinic with exercise physiologist, more physiotherapists, psychologists and dietician. I took part in induction and training new staff and receptionists and learning new systems. When we knew of the corona impact and of our colleague being quarantined, we took all the necessary measures in increasing sanitation and infection control measures. Posters and educating patients, masks and screening patients. I will miss my patients the most I have offered them alternatives, mobile podiatry or other clinics. Doing everything possible in the next coming days/weeks communicating with doctors. My advice to other clinicians and other Podiatrists is to stay strong, what is coming wont be easy, as the corona just starts the early phases here in Australia hit by China in January...BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING. And lets come out of this wiser and stronger Take all the necessary precautions! I have learned so much from this opportunity at Energize Physiotherapy wisdom, skills, knowledge and experience that I will take with me. Thank you to all my colleagues that I have worked with physiotherapists (current and past), exercise physiologists, psychologists, and dieticians. Thank you to all the doctors and referrers PS A pic of me 5 years ago when I started...in my skinner days

18.01.2022 If you’re expecting either yourself or your client to move well, execute exercise, perform, and avoid or even heal from injury. Without addressing underlying health and wellbeing factors such as sleep, nutrition, stress, rest, women’s health etc...good luck! It's like driving a car with a punctured wheel expecting it to hold up and move, without attending to the issue. It will eventually crash and burn, and come to a halt! #health #wellbeing #lifestylefactors #women #menstrualcycle #sportperformance #movement #exercise #sport #recovery #strengthtraining #sportsmedicine #performance

17.01.2022 Being a fitness and gym junkie like many, I also miss lifting weights at my local gym. Luckily due to muscle memory, we can bounce back quicker! However, lockdown does not mean being in complete inertia. Sustaining our fitness and being active will be conducive to a stronger healthier body and mind.... There are many exercises, to sustain all three elements of fitness: strength, flexibility & mobility, and cardiovascular fitness. These are but not limited to: Bodyweights exercises for our strength. Pilates, yoga, and stretch exercises to maintain flexibility and mobility. Walking, running, swimming, cycling for cardiovascular fitness The key is to keep things simple and not to over complicate it OR over do it! You may be a novice lost and confused about how to start, design, and plan your fitness and strength program. Or you may be taking time out of your sport and not know how to maintain your fitness and strength during these times. I work with many levels of experience in fitness, sports, and athletes. Id be happy to have a chat about your goals. This is what Im passionate about: helping people stay strong, fit, and active...and most of all...injury free!!! Happy training guys! #stayingactive #fitness #strength #flexibility #mobility #cardiovascularfitness #strengthandconditioning #sports

16.01.2022 If youre expecting either yourself or your client to move well, execute exercise, perform, and avoid or even heal from injury. Without addressing underlying health and wellbeing factors such as sleep, nutrition, stress, rest, womens health etc...good luck! Its like driving a car with a punctured wheel expecting it to hold up and move, without attending to the issue. It will eventually crash and burn, and come to a halt! #health #wellbeing #lifestylefactors #women #menstrualcycle #sportperformance #movement #exercise #sport #recovery #strengthtraining #sportsmedicine #performance

16.01.2022 SO PUMPED AND SO READY!!! What a line up! Grant Cardone WOW Elena Cardone and WOW... Gary V (O...M...G) Kerwin Rae (A man on a mission! ) And many others! Learning the art of the HUSTLE! #passion #vision #purpose

15.01.2022 I’M STILL OPEN! Everyone has been so pre-occupied about coping with so many things during this pandemic (and rightly so!) but have you stopped to ask yourself how are you coping with your foot pain? I’m still open and seeing patients at Pod Podiatry Clinic in Paddington!... To ensure the safety of all my patients over the last 6 weeks, I have: Completed infection control training (COVID-19). Implemented additional safety measures within the clinic and home visits in accordance with recommendations made by the Department of Health and the guidance of the Australian Podiatry Association. I’m also offering phone and Telehealth consultations where it’s suitable. Please send me a message so we can further discuss how I can best help you and your feet! #covid19 #staysafe

15.01.2022 Eat those fruit and veggies guys!!! To feel calmer, happier and more energetic you may need to look at your nutrition.... Eating fruits and vegetables may increase our emotional well-being and positively effect our mood for the days that follow. Approximately 7.2 servings of fruit or 8.2 servings of vegetables to notice a meaningful change in positive effect #wfpb #nutrition #fruits #vegetables #mood #mentalhealth

15.01.2022 ‘We’re told to keep a minimum of 1.5 metres apart from others to avoid the spread of COVID-19 via contact with virus-contaminated droplets. So when news emerged last week of a study showing the potential for droplets to spread beyond 1.5m if a person is walking, jogging or cycling, it raised concerns. But the study was published before it was peer-reviewed by experts to double-check the findings.’... Always be sure to check your sources!

14.01.2022 There is overwhelming evidence for whole food plant based nutrition to combat the obesity diabetes epidemic. Just recently recognised by the US Diabetes Associations. Fought hard by many physicians, specialists and people who have reversed their diabetes. Additionally, the evidence is increasing for the treatment of stroke, hypertension, myocardial infarction ... cancer and a variety of inflammatory conditions. #wfpb #evidencebased #nutrition #obesity #diabetes

12.01.2022 With the current whirlwind of changes to our lives, there has certainly been a shift in focus onto those side projects often left on the backburner. Im excited to welcome my partner in crime and student Exercise Physiologist Leesa Pech on board. Its one of many exciting changes coming to the page and business! Leesa has a background in psychology working in team leadership and mentoring, human resources, and operations and customer service management. She is currently half...way through completing a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology at UNSW, with a special interest in ageing populations and the effect of physical activity on Alzheimers/dementia. She is also interested in exploring the relationships between exercise, mental health, and general well-being. Leesa will be helping out with content posts and social media accounts management. She will also be keeping me accountable and in check! Were very excited to finally get this collaboration up and running, and we cant wait to connect with you all! Leesa Pech B.A. (Psychology), B. ExPhys (student 3rd year), Dip. Counselling

11.01.2022 What a wonderful time spent listening and learning from Dr Kevin Kirby, on his world famous Tissue Stress Theory approach to various foot/lower leg pathologies and their orthotic therapy treatments. He definitely had a great sense of humour, cracking a few jokes and breaking out into Elvis singing And he was happy to do the thumbs up with me ... #kevinkirby #biomechanics #worldexpert #orthotictherapy

11.01.2022 Great Masterclass today. Covering assessment, loading and rehab of various Lower Limb Tendinopathy conditions. Always learning to give the most I can for my patients in clinic! ... Thanks Peter! #tendinopathy #pain #lowerlimb #rehabilitation #passion #podiatrist #clinician

11.01.2022 My journey thus far that Im sharing with you guys Hope youre having a great Sunday!? ... #passion #podiatrist #sports #rehab #fitness #sportsmedicine #strengthtraining #personaltraining #coaching #nutrition #exercise #mindset #performance

10.01.2022 The short answer - YES! Exercise is truly like a magic pill. It is so powerful for our wellbeing, and during recent times, its more important than ever to look after our bodies and mental health. This is such a fabulous article with the science behind of the how, and some handy tips of where to start. Do something you love, move your body and smile!

10.01.2022 Nutrition can have such a powerful affect in reducing chronic inflammation. Those who replaced animal protein with plant-based protein showed improvements in a particular biomarker associated with overall inflammation and oxidative stress. The authors note that increased plant-based protein may lower the inflammation burden among aging populations. Full article ... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6483052/ #wfpb #nutrition

07.01.2022 Pain can be a horrible experience and at times debilitating. Mindfulness can be a tool that can be used to create a better relationship with the sensation it self. The action of awareness without judgment can reduce the perception of our pain. Meditation does not need to be done for hours (unless it is something you wish to explore). However, in order to gain the long term benefits and for it to be effective it does need to be done consistently. Even a regular 10min meditatio...n is powerful. The time can be increased in future sessions by adding a few more minutes. You can start by simply focusing on the breath moving in and out of your nostrils. When your thoughts, sensations or even pain arise, bring back your attention to the activity of focusing on your breath. Every time you notice you get distracted by thoughts, sounds, sensations etc. (dont feel defeated ) continue to bring your awareness back to your breath its the repetition of continuously bringing back the mind to the breath observation activity that will grant you success and the benefits Note the temperature, the rate of your breath as it travels in and out of the nostrils or any other quality of the breath. This will improve your awareness and concentration. With practice this will become easier to do. TIP: just make sure you choose a comfortable upright sitting position, on a cushion or chair so you are less likely to fall asleep and it will be better for your posture in the long run. There is no such thing as a good or bad meditation. Because we may feel pain, discomfort or even sadness our brain has a tendency to label it as bad and vice versa. is observing the breath and what ever is arising at the time without labelling it as good or bad. Pain is a complex phenomenon, mainly due to it being a multi-dimensional and subjective experience that consists of sensory, affective, and cognitive elements. Meaning, when we first experience a sensation of pain, we begin to judge it as bad and as something we want to immediately eradicate. Then, we start to conspire ways to escape the pain, to find any solution we can come up with, all the while continuing to judge our pain as negative. The subjective judgement we add inflates the pain, making the experience of it far more noxious than the sensory experience alone." #meditation #pain #perception

06.01.2022 Valuable advice from Prof. JB Morin. Something that may be overlooked in the return to your training and sports! Going from not wearing football boots for a prolonged time to wearing them daily can predispose the player to various soft tissue injuries of the foot and calf. Modern football boots and various other sporting footwear eg track and field spikes, basketball and cycling have very stiff soles also. ... During a long break from wearing them the soft tissues of the foot and lower leg have lost its adaptation. Key things: Transition from soft running shoes to stiff football boots in a progressive manner. For example doing drills and fitness sessions with both runners and alternating with the stiff football boots every two days. If there are other periods of restrictions in the future remember to train with your football boots. #sportinjuries #footjnjuries #calfinjuries #footballboots #shoes #trackandfield #basketball #cycling #sports #performance

06.01.2022 We are just at the start of the pandemic journey, with more challenges to come. So much has changed in such little time in our worlds. We have to keep reminding ourselves not to get too overwhelmed by what is happening and implement self care strategies. It doesnt need to be complex, just simply looking at the sky, being in nature, walking barefoot on the grass, looking at a garden. Simplicity is key right now in this chaotic world!... Love this video by Doctors Without Borders. The importance of self care is so essential right now! SELF CARE & STAY SAFE #COVID-19 #selfcare #staysafe

06.01.2022 Muscle memory Our bodies are truly amazing!

05.01.2022 Movement, and in particular lower limb weight bearing exercises, have a vital role in brain and nervous system function. Weight bearing leg exercises sends signals to the brain that are crucial for the production of healthy neural cells. "It is no accident that we are meant to be active: to walk, run, crouch to sit, and use our leg muscles to lift things...Neurological health is not a one-way street with the brain telling the muscles lift, walk, and so on." #movement #exercise #brainfunction #nervoussystem #health #cardiovascularimpacts #neurologicaldisorders #podiatrist #sportspodiatrist

05.01.2022 This is a great pod cast for us ladies (only 5 min). Dr Neal Bernard on the topic of menopause and how diet plays a vital role on the regulation of our hormones, in particular the amount of plant fibre we consume. #wfpb #nutrition #menopause

05.01.2022 I had great fun presenting a special case study on a podiatrists approach to post-stroke orthotic therapy and gait rehabilitation for the NSW AAPSM team. It was an engaging night with great speakers and with many interesting case studies to learn from. #aapsm #apoda

04.01.2022 Awesome event organised by the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons Recapping and learning all things ankle and foot surgery and rehabilitation management. ... Thanks guys! #foot #ankle #pain #surgery #rehab

04.01.2022 I’m a firm believer of inter-disciplinary learning. It broadens clinical knowledge and understanding of how to treat with a multidisciplinary approach. Saturday at the clinic teaching Leesa (my partner in crime and Ex.Phys UNSW 3rd year) on how to do a podiatry biomechanical assessment, gait analysis and scanning techniques for orthotics. She’s a fast learner! ... #biomechanics #podiatry #exercisephysiology #sports #exercise

04.01.2022 The Athletes Footwear Master Class A fantastic workshop and a one of a kind course on the history and evolution of athletic footwear. How the manufacturing of athletic footwear is changing very rapidly with new and emerging technologies. And most importantly how we as podiatrists can assist our patients in the prescription of athletic footwear through their injury recovery journey but also in the prevention of injury.... Great course Simon! Bartold Clinical #footwear #running #sport #injurymanagement #biomechanics #sportsmedicine #podiatry

03.01.2022 Valuable conversations to have with someone whom might be feeling desperate, confused or lonely.

03.01.2022 I have lost count of the amount of times I have seen or assessed ill fitted shoes in clinic and the foot pathologies and foot pain complaints linked to them. A recent systematic review looking at incorrectly fitted footwear, foot pain and foot disorders (Buldt & Menz, 2018), showed that as much as 63-72% of participants were wearing shoes that did not provide appropriate dimensions for either width or length. In addition, studies showed that incorrect shoe wear fitting w...ere associated with foot pain and foot disorders. The conclusion of this systematic review shows the increased prevalence of ill-fitting footwear in the population and therefore highlights the importance of footwear education. Here are some guidelines for footwear fitting: Purchase new shoes at the end of the day, when your foot is most swollen. Select shoes by fit NOT by size. The size of your foot changes as you get older. Shoes need to feel comfortable upon fitting, removing the idea that they need to be stretched in or broken in. Shoe length fitting is checked on standing and we should have one thumbs width from the longest toe to the end of the shoe. Shoe width fitting is checked making sure the ball of your foot fits comfortable in the widest part of the shoe and definitely NOT bulging. A thick cushion sole will be more comfortable for your feet when walking on hard surfaces. The upper of the shoe should be a soft, flexible material ideally with laces or an upper strap to hold your foot into place. Your heel should sit comfortably within the shoe, with minimal slipping. Check inside the shoe for seams or other materials that may cause irritation. Take your time to walk in the shoes to check they are comfortable. If youre having issues with footwear or foot pain visit a podiatrist. Buldt & Menz (2018). Journal of Foot and Ankle Research #foot #pain #shoes #footwear #podiatrist #clinician See more

03.01.2022 Sometimes exercise can be as effective at improving pain and mobility as surgery. Surgery or not, a factor determining the outcome is good muscle strength and good muscle function. And, importantly, exercise and being more physically active will help improve your general health; it is not only beneficial for the knee.

03.01.2022 Absolutely fantastic news to wake up to! Australia and New Zealand to host the first ever co-confederation hosted FIFA World Cup, the first ever FIFA Womens World Cup to be held in the Asia-Pacific region, and the first ever to be held in the southern hemisphere. ... Westfield Matildas #FIFAWWC #AusNZ #westfieldmatildas #soccer #women #sport

01.01.2022 Interesting findings relating to a high incidence of foot lesions found in patients with covid-19 #footlesions #podiatry #covid-19