Dr. Chris Bishop: Precision Biome...
Dr. Chris Bishop: Precision Biomechanics, the Super Shoe Hype, and the Future of Orthotic Innovation

Sole Science by Sports and Exercise Podiatry Australasia

Episode notes

What defines excellence in sports podiatry in an era of tech overload? For Dr. Chris Bishop, a world leading expert in biomechanics and footwear, it starts with a return to the basics: a rapid, accurate diagnosis.

In this episode, the hosts dive deep into Chris’s prolific career as the founder of The Biomechanics Lab and his role as a consultant biomechanist for ASICS. Chris shares groundbreaking insights from his research on variable stiffness orthotics, explaining how 3D printing allows clinicians to tune devices for specific physiological gains, such as improving running economy by up to 4%.

We also explore:

  • The "Super Shoe" Reality Check: Why foams matter more than plates, and why these high-velocity shoes might actually increase injury ... 
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Keywords
Sports PodiatryPodiatryPodiatryAustraliaPodiatryNewZealandPodiatristOrthotics#Biomechanics#SportsFootwear#SuperShoes#FootwearTechnology