dr helen banwell

The presentation will cover two parts: a recent study where we used valid and reliable gross motor skills assessments to identify the efficacy of texture insole use in children with motor coordination issues; and, how podiatrists can use these motor skills assessments to quantify clients’ abilities during physical tasks and the effectiveness of podiatry interventions. 

The workshop will build on this with practical tips and demonstrations on using validated and reliable balance, endurance and other gross motor skill assessments that can easily, and quickly, be integrated into practice.  

Dr Helen Banwell is a Senior lecturer in Podiatry at the University of South Australia with over 20 years of experience teaching, working, and researching various aspects of clinical practice. Her research focuses on improving consistency in practice, predominantly in the paediatric area, and translating evidence into practice. Her presentation and workshop topic is on gross motor skill assessment and how they can be incorporated into practice.