By Tracy, The Stabilisation Academy

Foot and ankle rehab is at a turning point. Many health professionals continue to rely on traditional, isolated exercises like calf raises, theraband drills, and short-foot training. While these have their place, they often fall short in addressing the complex ne...

Flat feet. Toe-walking. Collapsing arches. It’s easy to see why pediatric foot posture sparks concern — not just for parents, but for clinicians too. But when we view foot development through a Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) lens, we see a different story: one where motor control, not foo...

Foot and Ankle: The Foundations of Gait

The foot and ankle form the literal foundation of human movement, yet they are one of the most complex areas of the body. Each foot contains 26 bones (about a quarter of all the bones in your body), connected by 33 joints and over 100 muscles, tendons, and...

The Achilles tendon is often viewed as a localized site of injury – a sore heel cord that just needs calf stretches or eccentric heel drops. However, modern rehab understanding challenges this isolated view.

The Achilles is not merely a passive rope at the back of your ankle; it’s a functional hub ...

In the world of musculoskeletal rehab, there’s often an urgency to jump straight into strength-building. Load the calf. Activate the glutes. Prescribe the resistance band. But here’s the problem: if your client doesn’t have foundational movement control, all you’re doing is reinforcing dysfunctional...

Heel pain is one of the most common complaints in clinical practice. And let’s face it—“plantar fasciitis” often rolls off the tongue as the default diagnosis. But here’s the reality check: not all heel pain is plantar fasciitis, and misdiagnosis can lead to ineffective treatments, chronic pain, and...

Overcoming Complex Rehab Challenges: A Step-by-Step Guide for Health Professionals

As health professionals in  practice, we’ve all had those cases—the ones that keep us up at night, where progress feels slow, and we’re left questioning our approach. Managing complex rehab cases can be overwhelming,...

The 5-Minute Gait Assessment Checklist Every Health Professional Needs

As a health professional, analyzing gait is a cornerstone of understanding your client’s movement patterns, identifying dysfunctions, and tailoring interventions. While a comprehensive gait analysis can take time, a quick 5-minu...

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: The Role of Thought Leadership in Health and Movement Professions and Rehab.

Health and movement professionals face a unique challenge. The field of foot and ankle rehabilitation is vast, intricate, and constantly evolving. The pressure to stay updated while providing...

Why Calf Raises Are NOT the Answer for Running and Walking

When we talk about training for efficient gait—whether it's walking or running—one exercise seems to dominate every health professional's program: calf raises. But are calf raises truly addressing the needs of functional gait? Or are we per...

Introduction
Flexibility and mobility are essential components of optimal movement and injury prevention. For health professionals, it’s crucial to understand the distinct roles they play, particularly when incorporating practices such as barefoot science. This blog explores the relationship between ...