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The Stabilisation Academy

Injury and Rehab Podiatrist - Tracy Smith

👣 Beyond Podiatry:Innovative Education for Health Professionals 📚 Advancing Skills & Empowering Client Education for Better Client Outcomes 🧠 DNS This is an educational channel dedicated to Balance, Stability, Strength and Mobility from the Feet Up. Our Educator Tracy Smith has worked as a Podiatrist for 28 years and has extensive experience in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation. The exercises range from functional foot specific strength, balance ,co-ordination, control, and

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5:30

Bunions: It’s Not just the Shoe - It’s the Sequence

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/11/27

In this episode, I pull together what the research (and years of clinical observation) tell us about the true mechanism of bunion formation — beyond footwear and genetics.

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4:46

The Importance of Injury Prevention in Sport From The...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/10/17

Sport is woven into our Australian culture, but it also comes with a cost. Here are the facts: Just over 62 100 sports‑injury hospitalisations were recorded in Australia in 2023 to 24, with males accounting for about 70 % of all cases [1]. Rates peak in adolescence; males aged 15 -19 years experienced around 890 hospitalisations per 100 000 population, compared with about 300 per 100 000 for females [2].

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4:24

Growing Feet = Growing Function - Why DNS Changes the...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/08/28

This week’s podcast episode dives into DNS for the pediatric foot — why arches form naturally, what compensation looks like, and when to leave well enough alone. Perfect for clinicians ready to ditch cookie-cutter orthotic scripts.

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5:05

The Foot Strength Myth – Why Strong Doesn’t Mean Stable

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/07/24

A short, sharp listen on why gripping feet aren’t stable feet and Why traditional rehab tools may be reinforcing the wrong strategies

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4:42

The Achilles Illusion: It's Not the Glutes—It's the...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/06/26

We’ve been taught to look at glutes, hips, even the core… But in many stubborn Achilles cases, the real dysfunction is right underfoot. In this short episode, I share: • Real clinical cases where the foot—not the hip—was the driver • How poor pronation timing and supinatus sabotage medial tripod loading • Why 1st MPJ dorsiflexion is essential for Achilles function • The role of forefoot dysfunction in compensatory overload

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4:49

Before You Load It, Can They Control It?

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/05/22

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6:35

The Heel Pain Puzzle: Why Your Diagnosis Might Be Off

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/04/24

Ever had a patient say: "My orthotics didn’t help at all…” That’s your cue to reassess the diagnosis—not the foot. In this episode, I walk through: ✅ Two real heel pain cases that weren’t plantar fasciitis ✅ My top tips for differentiating fascia, nerve, bone & fat pad pain ✅ How movement patterns can reveal the true cause of symptoms Listen now & rethink how you approach heel pain from Day 1.

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5:05

Navigating Complex Rehab Cases: A Practical Approach

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/03/27

Have you ever had a rehab case where nothing seems to work? Where progress is slow, and it feels like you’re chasing symptoms rather than solving the root issue?

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5:26

Mastering Gait Assessment—Simplifying the Process for...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/02/27

Today, we’re tackling a crucial yet often overcomplicated topic—gait assessment. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by analyzing movement or worried you’re missing key issues, this episode is for you.

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3:35

The Ripple Effect of Foot Dysfunction - through a DNS...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2025/01/23

Understanding the Ripple Effect: How Foot Dysfunction Impacts the Entire Body through the lens of DNS and Fascial Manipulation. Foot dysfunction doesn’t just stay in the foot—it creates compensations that impact the entire kinetic chain. In this episode, we’ll break down how understanding and integrating Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and fascial manipulation can transform your approach to rehabilitation and movement.

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8:08

We have to Stop Killing our Feet !

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/12/26

We need to have a serious conversation about something that’s affecting not just our feet but our overall health: shoes. Yes, shoes. The very thing we wear every single day is, quite frankly, killing our feet—and it’s about time we call it out.

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4:10

Flexibility & Mobility – Tools for Health Professionals

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/11/28

In our latest podcast episode on Spotify and Apple, we cover the essential aspects of flexibility and mobility, discussing practical approaches for integrating barefoot science and dynamic warm-ups into your clinical practice. Perfect for a quick listen while on the go, this episode will inspire you to re-evaluate how you approach flexibility and mobility with your clients.

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5:54

The Hidden Heroes of Balance: Why Your Minor Toes Matter

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/10/24

When you think about balance, most people focus on their core or maybe their feet, but what about your toes? Not just the big one—the smaller, lesser-known digits that are key to your stability and movement. Today, we’re going to explore how these tiny toes play a major role in balance, why they matter, and how you can help patients or clients improve their toe health

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10:59

The Importance of Proper Footwear and Shoe Anatomy...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/09/19

Proper footwear is essential in managing and preventing foot issues, particularly for health professionals. The anatomy of a shoe and ensuring the right fit can significantly impact foot health, especially when dealing with modern surfaces like concrete and asphalt. This blog explores why fit is crucial, the anatomy of a shoe, and the importance of proper footwear.

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7:25

Exploring Barefoot Science in Bunion Management

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/08/22

Bunions, medically known as hallux abductus or hallux abductovalgus, are a prevalent foot deformity causing significant discomfort and mobility issues. They appear as a bony bump at the base of the big toe, resulting from the misalignment of the toe joint. While tight-fitting shoes are commonly blamed for bunions, the root causes are multifaceted, involving genetics, foot structure, and biomechanics. For health professionals, understanding the intricate causes and effective management of

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5:06

The Flaws of One-Size-Fits-All Rehab - A Dynamic...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/07/25

In the realm of rehabilitation, a one-size-fits-all approach is often seen as a convenient solution. However, this method falls short in addressing the unique needs of each individual. Research from dynamic neuromuscular perspectives, as highlighted in works by Dr. Pavel Kolar, The Stecco family , Tom Michaud and James Earls, underscores the importance of personalized rehabilitation plans for optimal recovery and prevention of re-injury.

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6:35

Understanding the Planes of Motion and Common Gait...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/06/27

Walking and running are fundamental human movements that involve complex interactions between muscles, joints, and neural control mechanisms. Understanding these movements through the lens of the planes of motion can provide valuable insights into common gait compensations and how they affect overall biomechanics.

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8:40

The Calcaneus -A Closer Look at Heel Strike Motion

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/06/24

As the largest bone in the foot and the initial point of contact during walking, the calcaneus is incredibly sturdy and resistant to fractures. But how much do we truly understand about its function? This podcast delves into the significance of the calcaneus in foot mechanics and explores potential implications if it fails to perform its role effectively.

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8:40

Plantar Fasciopathies may not necessarily be a foot...

The Stabilisation Academy ·

2024/06/24

This episode delves into the Fascia and why Plantar fasciopathies are a global issue , not simply a foot one.

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