Transforming Podiatric Care with Laser and Prolotherapy: Practical Workshops

Join us for an engaging event exploring the future of podiatric care through cutting-edge therapies. Discover how laser therapy and prolotherapy can be used to enhance musculoskeletal healing, reduce pain, and improve patient outcomes.

This event is designed for podiatrists, physical therapists, sports rehabilitation specialists, and wellness practitioners who want to elevate their practice with innovative, evidence-based therapies.

Date: Saturday 15 February 2024, 9.00am to 3.30pm

Venue: Boardroom, The Victoria Hotel, 215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

1. Using MLS Laser in Podiatry.

Morning Workshop: 9:30 am – 12 pm.  Free including Morning tea.  Registration essential - places are limited.

• Dive into the science and practical applications of laser therapy for podiatric care. Learn how Photobiomodulation can accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and optimize recovery for foot and ankle conditions.
• Learn about the power of MLS© laser therapy to promote faster recovery, reducing pain, and enhancing mobility.

What you'll gain:

• In-depth insights on laser therapy applications for lower limb conditions
• Practical, hands-on techniques to elevate patient outcomes

Lunch: 12:00 -12:30pm. Included in afternoon workshop or full-day ticket.

2. Introduction to Prolotherapy.

Afternoon Workshop: 12:30 pm – 3:30pm $690 (ex GST).

• Our afternoon session is an introduction to Prolotherapy.  Elevate your expertise with Lyftogt Prolotherapy, a powerful technique for treating musculoskeletal and nerve-related pain.
• Gain hands-on experience in prolotherapy techniques. This practical workshop will focus on integrating regenerative injections to treat chronic ligament, tendon, and joint issues effectively.
• Tailored for podiatrists, this focused workshop combines evidence-based knowledge with hands-on experience to help you deliver precision care and achieve better patient outcomes.

What you’ll gain:

• A comprehensive understanding of prolotherapy’s applications in musculoskeletal and nerve pain directly from a specialist podiatric surgeon
• Practical skills to confidently integrate this technique into your clinical practice.

Bonus Gift: FREE access to a private injection therapy video collection on how to undertake injections and helpful tips to get you up to speed fast

Speaker: Dr Kent Hungerford, South Coast Foot Surgery

Dr Kent Hungerford (BHlthSci, MPodPrac, DClinPod, MACPS), Specialist Podiatric Surgeon at  South Coast Foot Surgery

Qualifications:

• 2014 – Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Podiatric Practice, La Trobe University, VIC
• 2017 – Completed Podiatric Surgical Training courses at the Podiatry Institute, USA
• 2018 – Completed a three month internship at the Number 6 People’s Hospital of Shanghai,
  China
• 2019 – Doctor of Clinical Podiatry, University of Western Australia, WA

Other Experience:

• Director, South Coast Foot Surgery
• Nationally-registered specialist podiatric surgeon through AHPRA
• Member of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons (ACPS)
• User of laser therapies for over 9 years