Québec City, QC APRIL 8 & 9 2016Québec City Convention Centre
A Practical Approach
to Foot Health:From Research to the Real World
Program
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PAC Symposium Co-Chairs
David Chaffey C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C)
Melanie Gagne C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C)
PAC Board Members
Anne Putnam C. Ped (C) President
Kevin Fraser C. Ped (C) President Elect/Treasurer
Alison Smith C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C) Past President
Johan Steenwyk C. Ped (C), C. Ped MC Director
Peter Morcom C. Ped (C) Director
Amy Chapman C. Ped (C) Director
Anthony Harper C. Ped (C) Director
PAC Staff Members
Jonathan Strauss Chief Executive Officer
Rachel Westman Event Manager
Kristi Burke Coordinator, Programs and Services
Melanie Tsouras Administrative Assistant
Jen Kowaluk Coordinator, Member Services
About PACThe Pedorthic Association of Canada
is a national, non-profit organization
whose main mandate is to develop and
promote the study, practice and knowl-
edge of pedorthics in Canada. Identi-
fied with the designation C. Ped (C), all
Canadian Certified Pedorthists must be
members of the Pedorthic Association
of Canada. PAC is proud to be
celebrating its 26th anniversary at
this Symposium.
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WIFIAccess to high speed internet in the Convention Centre is complimentary. Connect to the "Videotron_Centre_des_congres" network and enter your email address, there is no access code. Once connected to the network you will have a speed of 5 Mbps and a transfer 250 MB connection, free of charge.
Continuing Education CreditsAttendance will be worth 15 Continuing Education Points from the College of Pedorthics of Canada (CPC) and 11.25 Continuing Education Credits from the American Board of Certification Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics. Full participation in this program is required to be eligible for the full amount of credits.
Speaker PresentationsPAC does not provide handouts. Presentations from speakers who granted permission for online distribution, are available at: www.pedorthic.ca/annual-symposium/presentations-2016/
Exhibitor PassportThere are 51 exhibitors at this year’s Symposium. You must visit at least 40%, (20 exhibitors) and get their exhibitor stamp for your passport to be eligible to win a prize. Once your card is completed, return to the registration desk before 10:45 am on Saturday, April 9 for a chance to win one of the prizes donated by Symposium exhibitors.
Social Night at The Fairmont Le Chateau FrontenacJoin PAC on Friday, April 8 at 7:30 pm at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in the Jacques Cartier room (10 min walk from the Hilton). The entertainment for the evening is a local duo called the Singing Pianos. Their act features two singers, two dueling pianos, and a lot of laughs! They encourage audience participation and you are sure to be dancing and singing along to well know artists such as Elton John, Supertramp, Styx, the Beatles and Lady Gaga. See you there!
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General Information
Social Night
Fun Run
Lanyards
Keycards
Volunteer, Sponsor and Exhibitor Reception
Breakfast
Health Break
Leadership Luncheon
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Friday, April 87:30 am - 8:00 am
Hall 2000 FoyerRegistration, Breakfast & Exhibit Hall
8:00 am - 8:15 am2000A
Opening Remarks
8:15 am - 9:15 am2000A
Keynote SessionBiomechanical Aspects of Orthopedic Footwear Construction; Details for the Treatment of Forefoot ProblemsThomas Stief
9:15 am - 9:45 am2000A
PlenaryResults of the PAC Patient Outcome Measure Evaluation Strategy (POMES) - Dr. Tyler Amell
9:45 am - 10:15 am2000BCD
Break & Exhibitors
Breakout Sessions
10:15 am - 11:00 am 2000AToward a Gender-Targeted Approach to Reducing Running-Related Pain: Insights From a Statistical Model of 154 Runners - Michael Ryan, C. Ped (C)
2104ABTransferring Research to Practice - Kelly Robb
11:15 am - 12:00 pm 2000A
PlenaryKinesiology Taping Essentials: Theory and ResearchBrad Norris
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm 2000BCD
Lunch at the Tradeshow
Breakout Sessions
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm 2000ACustomized Rocker Sole Constructions; German Guidelines to Improve Results in Daily Practice Thomas Stief
2104ABLess is More: A Study to Validate a Minimalist Approach to Orthotic DesignCarly Fennell
2:10 pm - 3:00 pm2000A
PlenaryThe Good, The Bad, & The Ugly; The Current State of Benefit Claims AbuseGarry Schmidt
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm2000BCD
Break and Exhibits
3:30 pm - 4:15pm 2000A
PlenaryPreventing the Preventable; The Global Fight Against Diabetic Foot Ulcers and AmputationsDr. Katia Langton C. Ped (C)
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm2000A
PlenaryThe Search for the Perfect Diabetic OrthoticRobert Phillips
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm2000A
College of Pedorthics of Canada AGM (Members Only)
7:30 pm Social Night (ticket purchase required)Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
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Saturday, April 97:00 am - 8:00 am Fun Run
Meet in hotel lobby
7:45 am - 8:30 amHall 2000 Foyer
Registration, Breakfast & Exhibit Hall
8:30 am - 9:00 am2000A
PlenaryToward Evidence Informed AFO Prescription: Identifying Factors that Guide Clinician Decision-MakingKyra Kane
9:00 am - 10:00 am2000A
Keynote The Value of Disruption: Entrepreneurial Lessons from the FrontDonna Alteen and Shawn Lowe
10:00 am - 10:45 am2000BCD
Breaks & Exhibits
10:45 am - 11:30 am2000A
PlenaryUsing Pedorthic Modalities to Prevent Falls in the ElderyDennis Janisse
Breakout Sessions
11:45 am - 12:30 pm 2000AWinning on Local Search and Social Marketing – Strategies for Growing your Business in a Digital World - Donna Alteen and Shawn Lowe
2104ABKinesiology Taping - Putting Theory Into Practice – Lower Limb Applications - Brad Norris
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm306AB
President’s Annual Awards Lunch & PAC AGM
Breakout Sessions
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm 2000ASCFO - The Overlooked Solution Dennis Janisse
2104AB *Repeat SessionKinesiology Taping - Putting Theory Into Practice – Lower Limb Applications - Brad Norris
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm2000A
PlenaryMaking Friends with Research: The Importance of Being, or at Least Knowing About, the State-of-the-ArtMichael Ryan, C. Ped (C)
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm2000A
PlenaryGet the Most Out of Your Business - Save Time and Money by Utilizing Electronic & Technological AdvantagesGraham Archer, C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C)
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FRIDAYFRIDAY, APRIL 8 - 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Keynote: Biomechanical Aspects of Orthopedic Footwear Construction; Details for the Treatment of Forefoot ProblemsThomas Stief
Shoes protect and support feet during daily and sports activities. At various orthopedic and systemic diseases, footwear modifications are indicated to reduce mechanical stress at the foot and the ankle joint. Effective orthopaedic shoe modifications are provided by different rocker sole modifications. But no internationally accepted terminology and method exists to describe the devices used in the field of footwear modifications. The clinicians who prescribe these devices, the manufacturers who produce them and the pedorthist / orthopedic shoemaker who supply them to their patient, in different countries, apply widely differing terms to describe the devices and the construction details. This situation creates problems for clinicians, manufacturers and researchers attempting to compare the treatments used in different countries and their outcomes. The German guideline specifies the clinical objectives for the use of these devices and describes their functions and constituent components.
The aim of the talk is to present the German guidelines for footwear modifications e.g. rocker sole constructions and to discuss the international differences of the construction details and the used terminology to improve the results in daily practice.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 - 9:15 AM - 9:45 AMPlenary: Results of the PAC Patient Outcome Measure Evaluation Strategy (POMES)Dr. Tyler Amell
This presentation will focus on the results of an applied research study funded by the Pedorthic Association of Canada (PAC). The research was conducted by an external consultant and the findings will be of great interest to the pedorthic community. The study, referred to as the PAC Patient Outcome Measure Evaluation
Strategy (POMES), is based in part on a survey of The Patients’ Perspectives on Custom Made Foot Orthotics. In addition to the patients’ perceptions, standardized information from Pedorthists themselves on their perspectives of the patients’ orthotic care will also be presented.
The survey data were collected from October 2014 through September 2015, and information on over 220 cases will be discussed. Major findings related to perceived foot pain pre- and post- orthotic use, as well as other important findings related to the impact of orthotics on activities of daily living, cost and insurance coverage will be discussed.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMBreakout: Toward a Gender-Targeted Approach to Reducing Running-Related Pain: Insights From a Statistical Model of 154 Runners Michael Ryan, C. Ped (C)
It is widely understood that as an industry we must confront the challenge of run injury prevention through tools that can consider multiple potential risk factors concurrently. Contemporary statistical models allow researchers and clinicians to gain better insights on the relative weighting of one factor in the presence of all other potential factors. Every study that has developed a statistical model has used the presence or absence of a running injury as the dependent variable in the model – and in essence examines ‘injury-risk’. Despite the outcomes from these models being available now for over 30 years, our industry has made little ground at developing a definitive strategy for injury prevention. We need to re-consider our direction and base our models on the physiological phenomenon that underlies all running injuries: pain.
In 2013, our research group completed a large cohort study that served as a basis for collecting a comprehensive baseline dataset from male and female runners that examined running related pain across anatomical regions. The goal of this breakout session is to discuss the outcomes from this risk factor analysis, and to outline a gender-specific strategy to reduce running related pain. A secondary goal is to review the functional
Session Descriptions
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joint and muscle testing used in the baseline study that can give insights into the cause or prevention of running related pain across gender.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMBreakout: Transferring Research to PracticeKelly Robb
"Each conference I attend, there appears to be a similar chatter when leaving a ‘researchers’ presentation: “I have no idea what he was telling us”, or “great presentation, but I can’t use that information in day-to-day practice”. There are large differences between research presentations and clinical presentations, and the means of interpreting the information are quite different.
The goal of my presentation “Transferring Research to Practice” is to educate pedorthists in two areas: 1) how to determine if research is answering a clinical question, and 2) tips/suggestions on interpreting researcher presentations.
This presentation is designed for pedorthists with minimal research knowledge. The presentation will include a review of study designs, hierarchy of evidence, appraisal of quantitative and qualitative research, bias, and how to understand results. In other words, how do we determine a clinical significant result? The process of evidence-based practice is often preached by clinicians, however few seem to understand the difference between strong and weak studies.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 11:15 AM - 12:00 PMPlenary: Kinesiology Taping Essentials: Theory and Research Brad Norris
Anatomy has been fundamentally based on an “ isolationist “ model. We often focus on origin, insertion and action of individual muscles. As a result, many sports and rehabilitation taping methods are based on outdated concepts rather than applying what we now understand about movement, functional neurology and the somatosensory / fascial system. Instead of focusing on individual muscles, the primer for Rocktape is a focus on optimizing human movement and motor control. The FMT model ( Fascial Movement Taping ) is based on the idea that the body’s myofascial architecture functions as an integrated system or chain. Using tape, we can tap into the brain with the intent to reduce pain and improve motor control.
What is the advantage of Rocktape kinesiology tape
over more traditional taping methods? Rocktape, as a second skin that can stay on for 5 days, promotes both joint stability and movement congruency without limiting range of motion. Even though the main focus of the FMT model is movement taping, we can build on this model to include taping strategies and practices that reduce pain, improve motor control, reduce inflammation and enhance performance and recovery from exercise. Welcome to the Rocktape revolution!
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 1:15 PM - 2:00 PMBreakout: Customized Rocker Sole Constructions; German Guidelines to Improve Results in Daily Practice.Thomas Stief
Shoes protect and support feet during daily and sports activities. At various orthopedic and systemic diseases, footwear modifications are indicated to reduce mechanical stress at the foot and the ankle joint. Effective orthopaedic shoe modifications are provided by different rocker sole modifications. But no internationally accepted terminology and method exists to describe the devices used in the field of footwear modifications. The clinicians who prescribe these devices, the manufacturers who produce them and the pedorthist / orthopedic shoemaker who supply them to their patient, in different countries, apply widely differing terms to describe the devices and the construction details. This situation creates problems for clinicians, manufacturers and researchers attempting to compare the treatments used in different countries and their outcomes. The German guideline specifies the clinical objectives for the use of these devices and describes the ir functions and constituent components.
The aim of the talk is to present the German guidelines for footwear modifications e.g. rocker sole constructions and to discuss the international differences of the construction details and the used terminology to improve the results in daily practice.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 1:15 PM - 2:00 PMBreakout: Less is More: A Study to Validate a Minimalist Approach to Orthotic DesignCarly Fennell
We have collaborated on a research project with BCIT that has opened up new orthotic design ideas based on foot biomechanics and bony landmarks. Individuals were cast using two different methods: 50% weight bearing plaster slipper and non weight bearing foam box, creating two plaster moulds for each person.
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In addition, subjects had their medial arch photographed while in 50% weight bearing. Adjustments were made to the plaster moulds in equal increments under the subtalar region of the foot. Each of these increments were digitized using a laser scanner and each individuals foot anatomy and location of the subtalar joint were discovered in the CAD program. Using these data, numerous insoles were generated for each individual. Each individual had to fill out a qualitative survey on insole comfort similar to a Modified PEQ developed by Dr. Silvia Rachke (BCIT Principle Investigator).
The survey results, 3D data and foot anatomy were used to identify new computer vision methods for landmark identification with the end goal of producing insoles with similar comfort to those generated using 3D point cloud data."
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 2:10 PM - 3:00 PMPlenary: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly; The Current State of Benefit Claims AbuseGarry Schmidt
This presentation will provide an overview of the Great-West Life Special Investigations Unit (SIU) and its role both internally and externally in Canada. The costs of fraud incurred by the industry will be addressed as well as types and causes. Common “Red Flags” of fraudulent activity will be discussed to provide an awareness to the audience. Our investigators are in the field and make concerted efforts to identify and eradicate rogue and fictitious paramedical service providers. Time will be allotted for questions.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 3:30 PM - 4:15PMPlenary: Preventing the Preventable in the Global Fight Against Diabetic Foot Ulcers and AmputationsDr. Katia Langton C. Ped (C)
We have collaborated on a research project with BCIT that has opened up new orthotic design ideas based on foot biomechanics and bony landmarks. Individuals were cast using two different methods: 50% weight bearing plaster slipper and non weight bearing foam box, creating two plaster moulds for each person.
In addition, subjects had their medial arch photographed while in 50% weight bearing. Adjustments were made to the plaster moulds in equal increments under the subtalar region of the foot. Each of these increments were digitized using a laser scanner and each individuals foot anatomy and location of the subtalar joint were discovered in the CAD program. Using these data,
numerous insoles were generated for each individual. Each individual had to fill out a qualitative survey on insole comfort similar to a Modified PEQ developed by Dr. Silvia Rachke (BCIT Principle Investigator).
The survey results, 3D data and foot anatomy were used to identify new computer vision methods for landmark identification with the end goal of producing insoles with similar comfort to those generated using 3D point cloud
data.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMPlenary: The Search for the Perfect Diabetic OrthoticRobert Phillips
Diabetes has many biomechanical consequences on the body tissues that those who treat nondiabetic biomechanical dysfunction do not have to address. These include changes in tissue mechanics due to glycosylation and peripheral vascular disease as well as muscle changes and postural changes created by neuropathy. These are compounded by common biomechanical aberrations that lead to abnormal pronation and/or supination of the forefoot and rearfoot during gait. The perfect diabetic orthotic is one that minimizes abnormal pressure and shear, and also promotes maximum stability and foot function.
This presentation will direct itself to the evaluation process when the patient comes for the fabrication of a diabetic orthotic. It will discuss evaluation of soft tissue mechanics, as well as assessment of important postural and joint malalignments. It will then discuss methods of incorporating both the soft tissue problems and the foot kinetic and kinematic problems into an in-shoe orthotic.
SATURDAYSATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Plenary: Toward Evidence-Informed AFO Prescription: Identifying Factors that Guide Clinician Decision-Making Kyra Kane
Although many children with cerebral palsy (CP) rely on ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) to address their gait and mobility limitations, clinicians lack evidence to guide selection of the most beneficial AFO design for each child. While current research suggests that AFO design and prescription are based on general factors like CP subtype, we expect that individual factors, such as the child’s physical impairments, are also considered. To
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identify the factors that clinicians consider, we conducted focus groups in five Canadian pediatric rehabilitation facilities. This presentation will describe the categories and themes that emerged from these discussions, including: information that affects the choice of AFO design, processes for obtaining and monitoring orthoses, and factors that impact or challenge treatment outcomes. The session will also review the background literature and methodology for our current project, which examines the effects of a key component in the AFO prescription – the angle of the ankle in the AFO – on gait mechanics. Exploring these factors is a first step toward the development of guidelines to help clinicians improve AFO prescription for children with CP.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Keynote: The Value of Disruption: Entrepreneurial Lessons from the front.Donna Alteen & Shawn Lowe
As leaders of small and medium sized businesses, most of us have had the experience of being so firmly embedded in running the business that it is difficult to find the opportunity to work on the business. Donna shares her personal and professional insights and experience on how to go from overwhelmed to inspired in your business. She will introduce a model for understanding where your business sits today, how to create more revenue and build equity and tips for managing your energy as you grow.
Donna is a successful entrepreneur and business coach. She is the President and CEO of a 28 year old marketing services firm that has enjoyed the benefits of disruption. The firm develops Go to Market strategies for national and international clients.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 10:45AM - 11:30AMPlenary: Using Pedorthic Modalities to Prevent Falls in the ElderlyDennis Janisse
Falls are the second leading cause of accidental death. 75% of all falls occur in the people aged 65 and older. Even more frightening is the fact that 1 out of 3 older people who fall and are hospitalized with a hip fracture end up dying within 1 year.
The importance of falls prevention cannot be understated and we, as O&P professionals are in a unique position to play a major role in helping our at risk patients. Many of the conditions we treat elevate the risk of falling – arthritis, diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, vascular issues, amputations. Given the nature of our profession, we see a
disproportionate number of elderly patients.
This session will present attendees with many methods and modalities that O&P practitioners can provide for their patients to help decrease postural sway and increase balance and stability. Shoes, shoe modifications, foot orthoses, SCFOs and AFOs can all be utilized.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 11:45 PM - 12:30 PM Breakout: Winning on Local Search and Social Marketing – Strategies for Growing Your Business in a Digital World.Donna Alteen and Shawn Lowe
Every day, people use Local Search and Social Media to find local companies to connect with and to research products or services to purchase. With over 80% of searches exhibiting local intent and upwards of 17% of time spent online is on Social Media, leveraging these channels and unlocking their full potential is critical to the success of a business today.
This session will help you leverage Local Search and Social Media by understanding:
• The keys to unlocking Local Search visibility.
• Representing your brand within Social Media.
• Promoting and generating audience in Social Media.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM Breakout: Kinesiology Taping - Putting Theory Into UseBrad Norris
1) Handling and Applying Tape 2) Taping the Foot 3) Taping the Ankle 4) Taping the Knee
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 2:30 PM - 3:15 PMBreakout: SCFO - The Overlooked SolutionDennis Janisse
SCFOs can be an invaluable tool for not only resolving foot pain but for increasing patient compliance and satisfaction. SCFOs can be worn in a many shoes into which traditional AFOs would never fit. Patients enjoy the lighter weight and more streamlined fit of SCFOs. There are many custom fabrication companies offering several different custom SCFO designs as well as larger manufacturers providing myriad prefabricated model options. SCFOs are the perfect filler for that void between
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a custom foot orthosis and a full blown traditional restrictive AFO. If you’re not currently using SCFOs, take the time to educate yourself to what is available and how to use them. Adding SCFOs to your arsenal of treatment options will greatly enhance your standing with your referring physicians and is practically guaranteed to produce more happy patients.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 2:30 PM - 3:15 PMBreakout Repeat Session: Kinesiology Taping - Putting Theory Into UseBrad Norris
1) Handling and Applying Tape 2) Taping the Foot 3) Taping the Ankle 4) Taping the Knee
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 3:30 PM - 4:15 PMPlenary: Making Friends with Research: The Importance of Being, or at Least Knowing About, the State-of-the-ArtMichael Ryan, C. Ped (C)
While some people may be justifiably critical of reductionist science there is no denying the scientific process is responsible for the remarkable health care
advances over the last 200 years that have resulted in, among other things, a doubling of our life expectancy and relative control of infectious disease.
However, in the pedorthic field, indeed as in most fields in medicine, we still require considerable progress to fully understand important elements of epidemiology, pathomechanics and treatment efficacy/effectiveness for the scope of injuries seen in our profession. We must also reconcile this need for information with current diminishing returns regarding the increase in clinical utility from each new scientific publication.
The goal of this talk is to review the importance of staying current with relevant research and discuss common ways clinicians can access contemporary research material that can provide new insights on advancing clinical innovations in pedorthics.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 – 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMPlenary: Get the Most Out of Your Business - Save Time and Money by Utilizing Electronic & Technological AdvantagesGraham Archer, C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C)
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Speaker Bios
Donna Alteen@dalteen
Donna Alteen is the founder and President of Time+Space Media, Atlantic Canada’s leading media services firm. The T+S team of professional consultants serve a growing roster of leading brands
and organizations across a wide scope of industry sectors, regionally and nationally.
Donna’s career began in the advertising sector in the early 80’s. She founded Time + Space Media, Atlantic Canada’s first specialized media agency, in 1988. Since that time, digital technology has changed the industry dramatically and today Donna actively works with clients and internal teams to provide strategic counsel grounded in measurable outcomes. Her professional experience spans three decades and a broad scope of industry sectors nationally and internationally, including Tourism, Energy, Communications and Professional Services.
Donna received her Business degree (Marketing Major) from Acadia University and currently serves as a member of the Board of the Christian Children’s Fund of Canada and the International Women’s Forum. She is Past-Chair of the Phoenix Youth Services Board as well as past Director of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce (Executive Committee as Vice Chair Marketing & Communications. Donna is past President of the Halifax Cornwallis Progress Club, the National Advertising Benevolent Society and past member of the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee for the IWK Health Center Foundation. Donna is a recipient of the Women of Excellence Award for Entrepreneurship.
Donna keenly supports marketing and media groups and sits on industry boards and councils. She is also a regular guest lecturer at a number of universities in Atlantic Canada.
Dr. Tyler Amell@dramell
Dr. Tyler Amell is a well-known and respected thought leader specializing in evidence-informed health strategies for insurers and employers. Dr. Amell is a Partner at Morneau Shepell, and in the
past has been the Chief Executive Officer of StaffRelay and Vice President of LifeMark/Centric Health.
Dr. Amell has significant experience in musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses, return to work, stay at work, disability management, mental health in the workplace, workplace health surveillance, biomechanics, ergonomics, whiplash associated disorders, occupational cancers, micro-gravity induced muscle disuse atrophy, occupational biomechanics, work physiology and other similar areas.
Dr. Amell has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications, as well as book chapters and technical reports for industry. He has also given seminars and presentations at over 75 national and international conferences in areas of his expertise. He is a former instructor at the University of Calgary, University of Alberta, University of Ottawa and Queen’s University in physical therapy, anatomy, kinesiology, continuing education as well as occupational health programs.
Dr. Amell currently serves on the Executive Board of Directors of the Canadian Association for Research on Work and Health, and the College of Pedorthics of Canada. In the past Dr. Amell worked with the Conference Board of Canada on their attendance and disability management initiatives, contributing to several publications as well as speaking engagements.
Another of his areas of expertise is in applied allied health research, and using evidence, data and technology to make better, more informed business and health decisions when it comes to strategy, funding, prevention, assessment and treatment.
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Graham ArcherC. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C)
Graham Archer has been a C. Ped (C) for 14 years and is the President of Kintec in Vancouver, BC as well as the chief developer at Kiwi Software Solutions. He works with a team of people at
Kintec to consistently innovate new orthotic designs, source new materials and keep orthotic designs relevant to today's footwear, activity and workplace demands.
Graham is a past president of the Pedorthic Association of Canada and currently serves on the IGR committee.
Carly Fennell@wiivvit
Carly Fennell attended the University of Guelph and completed a bachelors of science and engineering in Biological Engineering. She then did her Masters in Mechanical
engineering focussing on the electromyography and biomechanics patterns in children with upper limb loss with and without their prosthetic limb. She worked at the University of Guelph for 4 years as an Engineering Lab Technician and cofounded a company in Guelph that was developing a pressure sensing insole for athletic and recreational activities. Carly started at Wiivv in March 2015 as the lead Biomechanical Engineer and is responsible for the validation research initiatives and implementing product development based on this research.
Dennis JanisseDennis Janisse is President and CEO of National Pedorthic Services, Inc., a national network of full-service pedorthic facilities with eight locations. In addition to his duties at NPS, Mr. Janisse is a Clinical Assistant Professor
in Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Clinical Director of Pedorthics for OHI, Inc. Dennis is presently on the Board of Directors of American Board for Certification
in orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics. He teaches pedorthics courses at Northwestern University Medical School and the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is past President of the Pedorthic Footwear Association and an honorary member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society. He has written extensively on all aspects of pedorthics, with over 50 publications to his credit and has lectured throughout the United States and the world.
Kyra KaneKyra Kane, BscPT, MSc received her degree in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University in 1997 and a MSc degree in Kinesiology and Health Studies from the University of Regina in 2011. She is currently a Senior
Physical Therapist in the Children’s Program at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre in Regina, and is completing a PhD in Health Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. Her research focusses on evidence-based decision-making and individualized AFO-footwear combination prescription to improve walking biomechanics in children with cerebral palsy. Kyra’s research is funded by the scholarships from the Pedorthic Research Foundation of Canada, the Physiotherapy Foundation of Canada, and the University of Saskatchewan.
Dr. Katia LangtonC. Ped (C)
Dr. Katia Langton, DC, C. Ped, C. Ped ( C), Certified in Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention & Comprehensive Management and Treatment of the Neuropathic Foot. Certified in Wound Care L1-
Canadian Association of Wound Care. Canadian Diabetes Association representative for Diabetic foot care. I speak both nationally and internationally on the progression and treatment of Diabetic Foot Disease; American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association national conference in both 2014 and 2015 and at the American Podiatric Medicine Association/Pedorthic Footcare Association national conference in 2015. Co-founded the Central Vancouver Island Foot and Ulcer Protection Clinic in 2015 with a multi-disciplinary team approach on preventing ulcerations and amputations.
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Shawn Lowe@yougotshawn
Shawn Lowe is an interactive marketing professional with more than 10 years’ experience in all facets of online marketing including local & organic search, display advertising, ad networks,
social networking, mobile, website analytics, usability and offline integration.
In 2015, Shawn joined Time+Space Media as the VP, Products & Strategy. He leads the development and delivery of digital products and services for Time+Space Media’s B2C and B2B clients, scaling of an in-house performance marketing team, and the strategic development and launch of performance-based digital solutions. In addition, Shawn also leads the ongoing development of new performance-based consulting services, ensuring Time+Space Media is at the forefront for our clients from a global perspective.
Prior to joining Time+Space Media, Shawn was previously the head of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) products at the Yellow Pages / Page Jaunes – Canada, where he led the development and rapid growth of a bilingual product line utilized by thousands of Canadian SMB’s. This role helped to support the ongoing digital transformation of one of Canada’s most iconic brands.
Shawn’s expertise spans Product Development, Corporate Strategy, G2M Strategy, Product Delivery and beyond, which has allowed Shawn to play vital roles with both start-up’s and publicly traded companies. Shawn holds a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Marketing from the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University.
Brad NorrisAs a former member of the Canadian Olympic Bobsleigh Program, Brad Norris brings a unique perspective as an athlete and clinician to the human performance landscape.
He holds a Master’s Degree in exercise physiology and biomechanics. He is a Poliquin strength coach, acupuncturist, fascial stretch therapist, kinesiology taping and fascial abrasion practitioner. As founder of Power Tek Fitness, Brad has served as a strength and conditioning / human performance consultant working with athletes at every level of sport including the OHL, NHL, CFL and National / NCAA teams for over 25 years. He has lectured extensively on the science of exercise prescription, movement efficiency and performance optimization in an effort to bridge the gap between training and rehabilitation.
Some of his qualifications, course work and certifications include :
M.Ed. (Master’s – Exercise Science / Biomechanics – East Tennessee State University)
Rocktape Doc – Fascial Movement Taping
Exercise Physiologist ( American Society of Exercise Physiologists )
Certified Kinesiologist ( Canadian / Ontario Kinesiology Association )
Performance Acupuncturist : Academy of Traditional Acupuncture
Fascial Stretch Therapist : Stretch To Win Program
Strength Coach / Instructor : Poliquin International Certification Program
Fascial Abrasion Techniques ( FAT Tool ) Practitioner / Instructor
Robert PhillipsRobert D. Phillips, DPM, is a 1979 graduate of the California College of Podiatric Medicine. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and also of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He is recognized for
his expertise in biomechanics and has published several award winning research papers and several book chapters on foot biomechanics. He has spent the past 18 years working for the Department of Veterans Affairs and is currently stationed in Orlando, Florida. A major portion of his practice is devoted to diabetic wound and post-wound care. He is Professor of Podiatric Medicine at the College of Medicine, University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, directing the 4th year medical clerkship in wound care. He is currently doing research on the mechanical properties orthotic materials.
Kelly RobbKelly Robb attended the University of Western Ontario, completing her undergraduate and pedorthic degrees in London, ON. She is the owner of KAL Orthoses, a small private pedorthic clinic in Southwestern Ontario. Kelly is
currently completing her graduate studies in rehabilitation sciences, focusing research on pedorthic care and Parkinson’s disease. Research data focuses on altering somatosensory perception of Parkinson’s patients through the use of textured top covers on custom orthotics. Preliminary data from her graduate work is goaled towards a PhD in September 2017.
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Michael RyanC. Ped (C)
Michael Ryan has been involved in research in sports medicine for the past 15 years, with an interest in sports injury epidemiology, running biomechanics and tendinopathy. After graduating
with a PhD in Experimental Medicine from the University of British Columbia, he worked his first post-doctorial position at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. In 2011, he moved to the Gold Coast of Australia after being awarded a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Griffith University. He has published 33 peer-reviewed journals, been cited 1,068 times and maintains his research activity as an adjunct Senor Research Fellow at Griffith University.
Clinically, he has spent 8 years practicing as a pedorthist in private and hospital based services in Canada and the United States, and am currently the Director of Research and Development for Kintec Footlabs.
Garry SchmidtGarry Schmidt is attached to Great-West Life’s Internal Audit Department as the Manager of the Special Investigations Unit for the past 14 years. Prior to this he spent 20 years with the Winnipeg Police Service as a Detective
Sergeant working in specialized units such as Narcotics and Commercial Crime sections. He has been designated as an expert witness in both Provincial and Federal Courts associated to narcotics and voice recognition. Garry is presently an active member of the Association of Certified Forensic Investigators of Canada (ACFI)
Thomas StiefThomas Stief is the Director of the Research and Education Network Orthopedic Footwear Technology Germany (newOST). He designs and implements of practice-oriented R & D projects and conception of modern and
innovative educational standards for Orthopedic Footwear Technology. His research focus is in motor control, influence of orthopedic devices on musculoskeletal system and motor control, multiaxial stress analysis of the lower extremities His teaching focuses are lectures, tutorials and practical exercises in technical and clinical biomechanics, electrical and orthopedic measurement technics. His educational background is an orthopedic and biomechanics engineer, orthopedic footwear technician.
Save the DatePAC Professional Development Event
October 1 and 2, 2016
Calgary, Alberta - The University of Calgary
Becoming a Gait-Specialist: Insights from a Clinically Oriented 3D Motion Analysis System
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Reed FerberWorking with world leaders in 3D gait assessment at The Running Injury Clinic at the University of Calgary, and designed specifically for pedorthists, this 2-day seminar will cover what is state-of-the-art in running
and general gait assessment. The seminar will also cover current research topics from leading post-graduate gait researchers from University of British Columbia and the University of Calgary.
Come join us and bring your gait assessment skills to the next level.
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Exhibitor Booth #Exhibitor Booth #3D ORTHOgroup 8Action O&P Inc. 79Acor Orthopaedic Inc 7Addaday 23Aetrex Worldwide Inc. 30Afana- Pouliot, of Pouliot Orthopedic 11Amfit 16Aravon 19Balthazard Distribution Inc. 24Bauerfeind 42BioPed Franchising Inc. 31Biotech Orthotic Design Inc. 32Brooks Running 67C. Turner Medical Ltd. 60C.B. 12C-Motion Inc. 72The College of Pedorthics of Canada 48
DJO Global 58Dunham 19Kintec/Kiwi 20Landis International Inc. 3Langer Biomechanics 68MatPlus 63National Shoe Specialties 44New Balance Canada 29Newfosco Enterprises Inc. 52Nussbaum - Fidelio 78Ortho Active Appliances Ltd. 57OrtoPed 56Ossur Canada 36Paradigm Medical Inc. 47Paris Orthotics Ltd. 40Pedformance Inc. 5Podia Plus 1Portofino Shoes Inc. 76Professional Orthopedic Products 53
Renia-Gesellschaft mbH/Nora 41Roblin Footwear 65Rocktape Canada 39Saucony Canada 27Serum International Inc. 28Sigvaris Corp. 77Simcan Comfort Hosiery 22SIMS Medical Corp. 54SOLE 51Steenwyk Custom Shoes 59TechMed 3D 18Tekscan Inc. 64TOPY 13Treksta Footwear 66Venosan Canada Inc. 35Vionic 70Vittoria Phoenix Inc. 34Woodbridge Orthotic Laboratory 15
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Exhibitor Contact Information
3D ORTHOgroup Booth #8Montreal, Quebecwww.3dorthogroup.com
Action O&P Inc. Booth 79Candice, Quebec450-638-5000www.actionop.com
Action O&P has been serving orthopedic professionals since 1994 and always strives to bring new and innovative products to the market. Action O&P is proud to present some of its newest product additions at PAC 2015! We are very confident that these new products will help you better answer your patients' needs. Visit us at booths 36 and 37 and receive a free sample.
Addaday Booth 23Calgary, Alberta888-356-1777www.addaday.com
Acor Orthopaedic Inc Booth 7Cleveland, Ohio, USA1-800-237-2267www.acor.com
Aetrex Worldwide Inc. Booth 30Teaneck, New Jersey201-833-2700www.aetrex.com
Founded in 1946, Aetrex Worldwide, Inc. is widely recognized as the global leader in comfort and wellness footwear products. Aetrex is proud to offer fashion forward styles with innovative features designed to help you feel great on your feet and promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Our product line of footwear, socks and insoles are complementary and together create the perfect footcare package. Make use of our iStep state-of-the-art, digital foot scanning technology that measures and analyzes your clients' feet and in seconds recommends the proper footwear and insoles. Aetrex products allow you to provide immediate, customized solutions for your customers providing maximum comfort.
Afana- Pouliot, of Pouliot Orthopedic Booth 11Quebec418-652-2448www.afanapouliot.com
Amfit Booth 16Vancouver, Washington360-573-9100www.amfit.com
Aravon Booth 19Pointe Claire, Quebec514-755-3396
Balthazard Distribution Inc. Booth 24Montreal, Quebec514-755-3396www.balthazarddistribution.com
Bauerfeind Booth 42Laval, Quebec514-726-9965www.bauerfeind.com
BioPed Franchising Inc. Booth 31Oakville, Ontario905-829-0505www.bioped.com
Bioped Foot Care - Improving Quality of Life
With more than 35 years of experience, BioPed has become the standard of excellence in alleviating foot-related discomfort. Throughout our network of more than 75 independently owned Clinics across Canada, our Canadian Certified Pedorthists specialize in assessing and providing non-surgical treatment for conditions related to the functions of the feet and lower limbs. In addition to Chiropody, Bracing, Compression and a large line of Orthotic Foot Care and Foot wear products, our clinicians provide a comprehensive assessment and manufacture custom orthotics on-site, using the most advanced 3D casting methods, providing our clients with the very best end result. Experience, Expertise and Personalized attention… every step of the way!
Biotech Orthotic Design Inc. Booth 32Elmsdale, Nova Scotia902-883-7521www.biotechorthotics.com
Biotech Orthotic Design Inc. is a central fabrication facility building 100% gimmick free, custom foot orthotics, shoe modifications and custom sandals for clinicians looking for their competitive edge. Biotech’s craftsmanship and reliability will make all your negatives into positives! We’re awesome…but not too serious!
Brooks Running Booth 67Mississauga, Ontario289-777-2600www.brooksrunning.com
C. Turner Medical Ltd. Booth 60Milton, Ontario905-876-0873
C.B. Booth 12Quebec418-648-8842www.cbdistribution.ca
C-Motion Inc. Booth 72Germantown, MD, USA301-540-5611www.c-motion.com
The College of Pedorthics of Canada Booth 48Winnipeg, Manitoba866-819-4354www.cpedcs.ca
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DJO Global Booth 58Mississauga, Ontario866-866-5031www.djoglobal.com
Dunham Booth 19Pointe Claire, Quebec514-755-3396
Kintec/Kiwi Booth 20Surrey, British Columbia604-535-4402www.kintec.net
Kiwi Software and Kintec Labservices offer you the most comprehensive clinical management system and fabrication services in our industry. Free up valuable time to see more patients, grow your business or simply enjoy life.
Landis International Inc. Booth 3St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec450-359-8800www.landisinternational.ca
Langer Biomechanics Booth 68Markham, Ontario289-800-0935www.langerbiomechanics.com
MatPlus Booth 63Painesville, Ohio440-352-7201www.matplusinc.com
National Shoe Specialties Booth 44Toronto, Ontario800-387-5246www.nationalshoe.com
National Shoe is one of the largest distributor of our kind in Canada providing comfort, care & orthopaedic solutions nationwide. Our relationships are built on a foundation of trust, respect and a desire to partner in the continued success of our customers through innovation and continuous improvement. At National Shoe we offer an extensive material selection for the Pedorthic/Orthopaedic, Shoe Store and Repair Channels of business across Canada. Our in stock material selection and distribution partnerships are designed to bring the most innovative and quality based products to market. Our goal is to always remain accessible to our valued customers and provide a level of service that exceeds your expectations.
New Balance Canada Booth 29Mississauga, Ontario289-290-6039www.newbalance.ca
At New Balance, our job is to aid athletes in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means helping professional athletes set records and win medals, or propelling everyday athletes to achieve a new PR, run their first 5K or just to live a more healthy and active lifestyle.
Our products are the perfect blend of function and fashion, giving you the performance technology you need and the style
you want. Our associates around the world bring these goals to life with their high-level skills and creativity. While we offer the best product on the market, we’re also equally committed to giving back. So while we look to succeed, we believe in ensuring others have the same opportunity.
Newfosco Enterprises Inc. Booth 52Scarborough, Ontario416-759-8779
Nussbaum - Fidelio Booth 78Oakville, Ontario905-257-8613www.nussbaumshow.com
Ortho Active Appliances Ltd. Booth 57Coquitlam, British Columbia604-520-3414www.orthoactive.com
OrtoPed Booth 56Montreal, Quebec514-342-6161www.ortoped.ca
Ossur Canada Booth 36Richmond, British Columbia604-448-8152www.ossur.ca
Paradigm Medical Inc. Booth 47Toronto, Ontario416-362-0844www.paradigmmed.com
Paris Orthotics Ltd. Booth 40Vancouver, British Columbia604-301-2176www.parisorthotics.com
Pedformance Inc. Booth 5Montreal, Quebec514-238-5091www.pedformance.com
Podia Plus Booth 1Montreal, Quebec514-524-2173www.podiaplus.com
Portofino Shoes Inc. Booth 76Qubec City, Quebecwww.porto-fino.ca
Professional Orthopedic Products Booth 53Mont Royal, Quebec514-484-4441www.poportho.com
Renia-Gesellschaft mbH/Nora Booth 41Koln (Cologne) - Germanywww.renia.com
Renia GmbH develops and manufactures high-quality solvent-based and water-based adhesives, as
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well as related products in Cologne, Germany. Many difficult material combinations are possible, at a greatly reduced health risk to the user.
Roblin Footwear Booth 65Winnipeg, Manitoba416-937-0095
Rocktape Canada Booth 39Ancaster, Ontario289-204-0601www.rocktapecanada.com
Saucony Canada Booth 27Cambridge, Ontario519-998-6002www.saucony.ca
Serum International Inc. Booth 28Laval, Quebec450-625-8511www.serum.ca
Sigvaris Corp. Booth 77Montreal, Quebec514-736-3871www.sigvaris.ca
Simcan Comfort Hosiery Booth 22Cambridge, Ontario519-623-2677www.simcan.net
SIMS Medical Corp. Booth 54Stouffville, Ontario1-888-655-4499www.simsmedicalcorp.com
SIMS Medical is a Canadian distribution company for the finest quality and highest medical efficacy lower limb health products. We carry a host of highly reputable lines that help foot care professionals achieve the best results with their patient treatment regimens. From orthopaedic footwear to compression hosiery to OTC orthotics to anti-fungals and much more, SIMS Medical prides itself on providing the top products in each category.
SOLE Booth 51North Vancouver, British Columbia855-949-7653www.yoursole.com
Steenwyk Custom Shoes Booth 59Red Deer, Alberta403-340-0066www.steenwyk.com
TechMed 3D Booth 18Levis, Quebec418-836-8100www.techmed3d.com
Tekscan Inc. Booth 64Boston, MA, USA617-464-4500www.tekscan.com
TOPY Booth 13Boulogne, France+33 (0)1.46.21.05.20www.topy.fr
Treksta Footwear Booth 66Burnaby, British Columbia604-982-0001www.treksta.ca
Venosan Canada Inc. Booth 35Nepean, Ontario888-836-6726http://www.venosan.ca/en/
Vionic Booth 70Richmond, British Columbia604-241-1941www.vionicshoes.ca
Vittoria Phoenix Inc. Booth 34Vittoria, Ontario800-563-1296www.myvp.ca
Vittoria Phoenix has served with pride the Canadian Pedorthic market for more than 25 years. We are renowned for our commitment to service and quality – your interests are our prime focus. We strive to find innovative new products that will help you grow your business and better serve your clients.
Woodbridge Orthotic Laboratory Booth 15Woodbridge, Ontario205-356-9918
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