Paul Iacovangelo
Special interest in Sports Podiatry & Injury prevention
With 15 years of experience in private practice and a Master’s Qualification, Paul largely focuses his caseload on treating both acute and chronic foot & ankle injuries, as well as providing rehabilitation. He has a friendly welcoming approach and aims to deliver practical and effective treatment plans to suit busy lifestyles.
Paul has expertise in orthotics for his athletic clients. He understands the importance of biomechanical design principals and material choices, which are fundamental to ensure fit and comfort. He will guarantee his clients are happy, ensuring a streamlined device that feels naturally soft, yet supportive. Purposefully crafted for pathology and sports specifics in mind, Paul will ensure it works practically with desired footwear choices. Having played football for many years in the VAFA, in addition to cricket and tennis, he understands the importance of accurate sports injury diagnosis, prevention and footwear.
Paul finds helping kids very rewarding. As a young patient himself, the treatment he received as a child inspired him to become a Podiatrist—giving him a unique appreciation for the importance of early intervention and long term foot health for active children.
Having worked alongside surgeons for over a decade, Paul has a deep understanding in the advancements of foot & ankle surgery and the rehabilitation needed for best outcomes. While he is well versed in post-operative care, his expertise is often sought by his referring surgeons to explore all conservative options first.
When he’s not in his clinics, you’ll find him chasing after his two young boys, jogging with his Labrador, or out on the golf course working on his swing.
Katie van der Kraan
Podiatrist. B. Health Sci., MSc. Podiatric Practice., Postgrad Cert. Wound Care
Katie has a passion for treating children’s feet.
She works as an academic facilitator for La Trobe University and has input in teaching of Paediatric Podiatry Workshops.
Katie has held senior leadership roles in community health care settings. She established a Foot Screening Program for young children which spanned over 6 years.
She also works at St.Vincents hospital and has a wealth of experience in high risk foot care, diabetes and neuromuscular conditions.
Katie is a retired international ballroom dancer, but now enjoys playing netball and basketball.
Who is a Podiatrist?
- Qualified to treat all Foot & Ankle problems.
- Their entire degree is dedicated to this part of the body!
- Registered Australian Allied Health practitioner (AHPRA)
- Our Podiatrists have both completed Master's degrees & postgraduate qualifications, all formally accredited by tertiary & industry institutions
- Paul has a special interest in Sports Podiatry & Injuries
- Katie has a special interest in Paediatric Podiatry & Diabetes
Management of Sporting Injuries
- Podiatrists can refer for bulk billed X-ray, Ultrasound and send for MRI scans direct to radiology. This ensures accurate diagnosis of your pathology, correlated with clinical examination.
- Gait analysis
- Biomechanical joint & muscle testing
- Strapping/splinting/padding/protective braces.
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Fitting of CAM Walkers (moon boots)
Various types exist which must be carefully selected and sometimes especially ordered, based on the problem. -
Orthotics (custom or prefabricated).
There are many factors that must be considered when selecting the style and material. Good impression principals and technique by your Podiatrist, is fundamental to a successful device. - Rehabilitation for injuries and/or post-operative.
Common Locations of Foot & Ankle Pain
Heel & Arch Pain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Heel spur
- Sever’s apophysitis - growing pain
- Achilles tendinopathy
Plantar Forefoot & Toe Pain
- Morton’s neuroma
- Intermetatarsal bursitis
- Plantar plate tears
- Freiberg’s infraction
- Hammer & claw toes
Medial Rearfoot Pain
- Pronation & collapsed ankles
- Tibialis posterior tendinopathy & adult acquired flat foot dysfunction
- Shin splints
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Accessory Navicular bone
Dorsal Midfoot Pain
- Metatarsal stress fractures
- Tarso-metatarsal joint osteoarthritis
- Lisfranc joint sprain
- Tibialis anterior insertional tendinopathy
First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Pain
- Big toe joint arthritis - hallux rigidus
- Hallux Abducto Valgus - Bunion
- Sesamoiditis - bipartite ossicles
- Turf Toe injury
Lateral Rearfoot Pain
- Peroneal brevis tendinopathy
- Peroneus longus tendinopathy
- Os Peroneum accessory bone
- 5th Metatarsal fracture
- Sinus Tarsi Syndrome
Orthotics
- Customised orthotics to specifically match both feet
- Prefabricated (over the counter). Paul will often adjust these on-site, aiming for closer fit and improved function.
- Paul ensures careful impressions. Utilising both plaster work and scanning (read more below).
- Treadmill gait assessment & impressions
- Support bones, joints or soft tissue
- Reduce stress & strain to tendons, ligaments & fascia
- Supporting painful arthritic joints.
- Implemented with rehab exercises to promote strength
Kids Feet with Katie
A comprehensive assessment of your child’s feet.
- A thorough medical history
- Identification of milestones
- Analysis of your child’s gait
- Neuromuscular evaluation
- Footwear recommendations
Diabetes & Neurovascular Foot Assessments
- Medical history
- Glucose control
- Vascular Doppler ultrasound
- Toe pressure probe
- Monofilament & Tuning Fork
- Structural & Functional foot assessment
- Pressure areas & orthotics
General Podiatry Treatment Maintaining Healthy & Comfortable Feet
- Removal of painful corns under the foot or between toes. Typically these occur due to problematic joints or un-even pressure areas when walking.
- Traumatised big toenails
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Ingrown toenail temporary relief, through careful cutting and clearing.
OnyFix Nail bracing is also something we offer and quite helpful! - Sterilisation to Australian Podiatry Registration Standards
Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- A minor procedure for a reoccurring problem
- Safely performed with sterile instruments
- Relatively painless recovery & quick return to activity
- Careful technique for a pleasing aesthetic outcome
- On the spot prescription of antibiotics if required
- Performed only after an initial consultation and assessment with your Podiatrist to ensure safe eligibility based on presentation and medical history.
Consultations
Standard Consultation
Typically enough time for most treatment services
- Assessment of an injury, OR
- Injury review and rehabilitation
- Treatment of a troublesome corn or nail problem
Extended Consultation
Required when
- Multiple problems require attention
- Complex pre or post-operative orthopaedic referrals
Location & Availability
73 Kooyong Road, Caulfield North
(sharing a premises with BSPC Physio.
Paul consults Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.
Walking distance from
St. Kilda E., Balaclava, Ripponlea, Elsternwick
Running distance from
Elwood, Prahran, Windsor, Malvern
A short drive from
Brighton, Gardenvale, Toorak, Carnegie,
Murrumbeena, Malvern East
