4/1/25 Webinar | Solving Women’s Achilles and Heel Pain
LIVE PRESENTATION
Tuesday, April 1
10:00am-11:00am PT (1:00-2:00pm ET)
If you are unable to attend live, a recording is emailed to all registrants within 24 hours of the live broadcast. You must register before the live broadcast to receive the recording.
This webinar will bring you up to date with the latest in achilles and heel pain and is based on credible sports medicine research and female specific advice
Claire will discuss…
- What commonly causes achilles and heel pain in women
- Why it persists
- How it impacts walking, running and jumping activities
- Myths vs facts – shoes, supports, running style, stretching
- 5 strategies to help, including the most effective exercises, potentially harmful exercises, pros and cons of new/alternate therapies e.g. shockwave
- Do’s and Don’ts
- Short e-booklet, including exercises
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Description
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Claire Callaghan is a Chartered Physiotherapist specializing in Sport, Exercise and Women’s Health. With 25 + years experience, she’s focused on supporting women in staying pain free, energized and active.
Claire received her primary degree in Physiotherapy (University of Queensland, 1995). She worked in the NHS and private sector in Australia and the UK, as well as for local and national sports teams. She completed her Masters in Sport and Exercise Physiotherapy at Cardiff University (2011), which included research on how to best support women in maintaining and improving joint, muscle and wider health.
She led the University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic for many years, working with students, the wider public, including national and international athletes across numerous sports. Currently, Claire does 1:1 physiotherapy assessment and treatment and offers workshops & speaking events.
