Post-Club Foot Clinic Project

I want to make an offer to all fellow clubbies. It's not free, except for the time I put into it, but it is fairly comprehensive. I am putting together a set of highly qualified professionals with the aim toward developing a once-a-year clinic here in San Francisco. It will be comprised of a top-notch therapeutic shoemaker that has worked with nearly every pathology on the planet, and knows how to make the shoes look wonderful; a biomechanically-focused podiatrist, with many years treating all foot problems, including many with PCF, who will cast for orthotics; a seasoned surgical consultant, a top-level orthotic lab to produce any devices needed; and myself as the coordinator. We will be aiming at fall of 2012 to launch the clinic. It will be held over a two-week period initially, and if the demand is sufficient, expand that in following years.

This clinic will focus EXCLUSIVELY on post-club feet syndrome. We are aiming at making this centered on a single cost for the clinic itself, though footwear and orthotics will be additional based on specific needs. We will be seeking grants to fund the initial phases, and depending on our success in that area, to offset other costs to people who attend the clinic. However, attendees will have to foot their own travel and lodging expenses. We will aid attendees in locating cost-effective lodging and transportation on the ground.

I cannot give a specific date as yet - there's a lot to be done to make this a reality. But the intent is to create a one-stop consultancy with both orthotics and footwear specifically built to the individuals feet and specific needs, a full gait analysis and biomechanical assessment, and a surgical consult with x-rays as part of the consultation. This project has already begun - initial discussions have been held with at least three of the positions desired, and more will follow.

So, stay tuned to this space for more details as they develop.