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Podiatry Professionals

Podiatry Professionals is a patient driven clinic located in the heart of the city that covers all p

elderly as our staff have detailed, up to date knowledge of a large variety of lower limb conditions. We are very experienced in treating all aspects of Podiatry including General Podiatry and Diabetes but have great experience in treating sports injuries and rehabilitation for active and athletic feet. We are proud to be the official practice of the 2016 ACT Brumbies.

23/07/2025

Do your orthotics need replacing, or just a makeover? 💅🏽
Worn out top covers? Minor adjustments? Sometimes all your orthotics need is a little refresh ✨

Here’s a behind the scenes look with our podiatrist Chris, showing how we refurb your orthotics in house. A quick and easy solution that gets them back to you in no time!

📍Drop them off -> We do the work -> You pick them up, good as new 🤝

03/07/2025

Meet the team: OLIVER JONES

Oli, a graduate of Charles Sturt University Albury with a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine, recently joined Podiatry Professionals. Growing up in Sydney, he cherished city life but found solace in the tranquility of his grandparents’ farm in Gilgandra. This balance prompted him to pursue studies in a regional town like Albury, influenced by his passion for fitness nurtured through swimming, cricket, and football.

During his studies, Oli worked at an athletic footwear retailer, honing skills in gait analysis and athletic footwear understanding. He prioritizes ongoing learning to stay updated with the latest treatment methods. As an active team player, he values open communication, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients. His dedication lies in supporting patients towards pain relief and improved mobility.

Outside the clinic, Oli remains active with gym sessions, swimming, and walks around Lake Burley Griffin, while also enjoying cricket matches and passionately supporting Arsenal.

02/07/2025

Meet the team: JADE MCCOWAN

Graduating with a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine from Charles Sturt University, Jade joined Podiatry Professionals in 2024 with a deep drive to support patients in achieving their movement and wellness goals.

Her passion for podiatry stems from her own background in basketball, where early exposure to injuries sparked an interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation. Jade takes a tailored, collaborative approach to care, whether she’s managing a chronic condition or supporting recovery from injury.

Outside the clinic, Jade is often on the basketball court or visiting her hometown of Albury, soaking up time by Lake Hume with friends and family.

01/07/2025

Meet the team: CHRIS UZABEAGA

Chris graduated with a bachelor of Podiatric Medicine at Charles Sturt University in Albury, NSW.

Chris grew up in Canberra and was introduced to various sports at a young age, and he developed a passion for rugby union. Unfortunately, he had many injuries related to his foot and ankle. These incidents inspired him to pursue a career in Sports Podiatry and biomechanics.

Chris enjoys all aspects of podiatry, but he is particularly interested in working in biomechanical, sports and rehabilitation settings, and performing nail surgeries. He is passionate about modifying orthotics and learning how to fine-tune his treatment craft.

Outside of podiatry, Chris enjoys sports, particularly football, rugby union, basketball and travelling.

30/06/2025

Meet the team: JAKE CAMERONNE

Jake, a University of Newcastle Podiatry graduate (2016), has been a key member of the Podiatry Professionals team since 2018. Hailing from the Central Coast of New South Wales, his passion for sports, particularly rugby union and basketball, propelled him into sports podiatry.

Specialising in biomechanics, sports, and rehabilitation, Jake is highly skilled in dry needling, with a focus on Achilles tendinopathy, and has completed advanced tendinopathy rehabilitation courses. He is committed to staying at the forefront of podiatric medicine, regularly attending state and national conferences to enhance his evidence-based treatment skills.

Known for his excellent communication and dedication to resolving patient discomfort, Jake is passionate about refining his biomechanical expertise to provide optimal care. His recognition in the field includes being appointed the podiatrist for the Academy A.C.T Brumbies team in 2020, where he contributes significantly to the players’ development.

Beyond the clinic, Jake is an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying snowboarding and rugby in winter, and camping and surfing in summer, maintaining an active lifestyle year-round.

27/06/2025

Meet the team: FLEUR DIAMOND

With over 25 years of podiatric expertise, Fleur, a member of the Australian Podiatry Association, has transitioned her practice from Sydney to the Central Coast and now to Canberra. She is dedicated to enhancing her patients’ overall health and quality of life by ensuring they have comfortable, pain-free feet.

Fleur’s extensive experience encompasses various podiatric areas, including high-risk diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails, and wart treatment using the SWIFT machine. Hailing from a small country town, Fleur cherishes outdoor activities like walking her dogs and spending time with family.

25/06/2025

Meet the team: CLAIRE GAME

Claire, a 2020 podiatry graduate from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), delved into athlete pain research, completing an MPhil in 2021 on pain thresholds in runners with plantar fasciopathy. Presenting her findings at the 2023 Australian Podiatry Conference, she showcased her dedication to understanding and addressing athletic injuries.

While pursuing her master’s, Claire balanced private practice with academia, mentoring podiatry students at OUT and co-authoring a paper in the Journal of Orthopaedics in 2022. Returning to Canberra in 2023, she joined Podiatry Professionals, focusing on sports-related injuries, particularly in running, rooted in the biopsychosocial framework.

Claire’s evidence-based care and research background foster patient-centered treatment, emphasizing individualised care and patient empowerment. Outside work, she indulges her passion for outdoor activities, trail running in SEQ and NSW, and snowboarding in her spare time.

24/06/2025

Meet the team: HAYDEN DILLON

Hayden graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2019 with a Bachelor of Podiatry before joining the podiatry professionals team in 2021.

Hayden grew up in Orange NSW living a very active lifestyle playing sports and being outdoors whenever possible. His main sport is Hockey which he has represented at the national and international level where he continues to compete.

Hayden’s history of sport and injury led him down the path of sports podiatry where his passion lies within injury rehab and pain reduction to allow patients to live the lifestyle they desire. Hayden is committed to providing each patient with a comprehensive treatment plan to progress their quality of life and gets great satisfaction from kicking goals with his patients. He is also dedicated to his professional development, continuously upskilling in the most up-to-date treatments for various injuries.

Growing up in a country town, Hayden enjoys interacting with people and developing a personable relationship with all his patients. Outside of work, you will find Hayden at the hockey field, exploring the outdoors, watching sports or catching up with mates.

23/06/2025

Meet the team: MATTHEW HOTCHKIS

Director and Senior Podiatrist at Podiatry Professionals, holds a degree from the University of Western Sydney (2004) and has deep roots in Canberra’s podiatry scene. With a rich background that includes working with A.C.T Health at the Canberra Hospital, tackling podiatry policy projects, and treating elite athletes in a sports-focused practice, Matthew is well-versed in the demands of high-level podiatric care.

He is proud to serve as the lead podiatrist for the A.C.T Brumbies, among other prestigious roles with teams like the Australian Kookaburras and Canberra Raiders, where he ensures athletes remain in peak condition. Beyond professional podiatry, Matthew is an avid sports enthusiast with a particular fondness for hockey, having represented the Canberra Lakers and the Australian Indoor Hockey team, although he now enjoys the more leisurely pace of veteran leagues.

At the heart of Matthew’s work is his family and the team at Podiatry Professionals. A devoted father of two, he cherishes time spent with his children and is passionate about mentoring upcoming podiatrists. His commitment extends to improving the accessibility and quality of podiatry services in Canberra, aiming to enhance patient well-being through his clinic’s comprehensive care.

23/05/2025

❄️EASE YOUR PAIN AND SUPPORT A CAUSE❄️
Is icing part of your treatment plan?

Given Podiatry Professionals commitment to supporting charities, we will be donating $5 to the MND ice bucket challenge with every Ice Buddy purchase! 👣

Help us support vital research and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease.

Also stay tuned to see our staff contribute their part to MND 👀🥶

24/03/2025

🦶CASE STUDY: Bilateral Forefoot Pain🦶
After a holiday with excessive walking in poor footwear and increased barefoot time at home, the patient developed persistent central forefoot pain for 4 weeks, described as “like walking on a stone,” with night time throbbing.

KEY SUBJECTIVE FINDINGS:
🔹 Pain locations:
Left: 2nd proximal phalanx & 2nd/3rd intermetatarsal space
Right: 3rd proximal phalanx & 3rd/4th intermetatarsal space

🔸 Structural & pressure-related findings:
Obvious V sign: L 2nd/3rd & R 3rd/4th
High Zebris plantar pressure at the central forefoot
Forefoot corns present: More prominent on L 2nd & R 3rd MTPJ

🔹 Functional impairments:
Reduced lesser digit flexion strength (poor paper grip test)
Soreness at the top of a calf raise

THE TREATMENT PLAN:
🔸 Footwear modification: Stiff rocker-soled shoes to reduce excessive forefoot loading.
🔹 Taping support: Ribbon taping to offload plantar plates and improve function.
🔸 Targeted strengthening: Exercises to improve lesser digit flexor strength and stability.
🔹 Referral for opinion for corticosteroid injection: To manage persistent pain and inflammation.
🔸 Orthotic intervention: Custom orthoses featuring a metatarsal bar and forefoot valgus padding to redistribute pressure across the entire foot.
🔹Callus and corn debridement: To reduce pressure and discomfort in high pressure areas.

TAKEAWAY:
Forefoot pain isn’t just about rest! It requires load management, a tailored treatment plan, and strengthening to address both symptoms and underlying biomechanical factors.

06/05/2024

The Canberra Rugby League competition is well and truly up and running and Jake is thriving looking after podiatry needs of the Bull's crew!

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Unit 1/51 Mort Street, Braddon
Canberra, ACT
2612

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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http://www.podiatryprofessionals.com.au/

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Podiatry Professionals have a strong focus in sports podiatry and biomechanics and provides comprehensive diagnosis, advice and treatment on all foot and lower limb conditions. Podiatry Professionals prides itself on going beyond patient expectations by providing a wholistic treatment approach to your problems with a focus on injury prevention. We care for all patients ranging from children to the elderly as our staff have detailed, up to date knowledge of a large variety of lower limb conditions. We are very experienced in treating all aspects of Podiatry including General Podiatry and Diabetes but specialise in treating sports injuries and rehabilitation for active and athletic feet. We are proud to be the official practice of the 2016 ACT Brumbies.

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