Podiatry in the Media
Podiatry news and articles, including news articles featuring Speight's Podiatry in Auckland...
The Press: Should high heels foot all the blame? November 2014
The Press ran an article about experiencing problems wearing heels, and interviewed Simon Speight for his view. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/christchurch-life/63485813/Should-high-heels-foot-all-the-blame
NZ Herald: Shoe maker loses lawsuit over health benefit claim, May 2014
The NZ Herald ran an article about the toe-sock footwear lawsuit, and interviewed Simon Speight for his view. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=11253312
NZ Herald: Dangers don't dampen local love of high heels - expert, June 2013
The NZ Herald ran an article about heels possibly causing crippling damage for long term wearers, and interviewed Simon Speight for his view. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10888582
NZ Herald: The real cost of sky-high heels, December 2012
The NZ Herald interviewed Simon Speight for his opinion on high heels. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10853778
NZ Herald: Highs of the well heeled, December 2011
The NZ Herald interviewed Simon Speight for his opinion on high heels. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10772081
NZ Herald: Hit the ground running in the right shoes, October 2010
The NZ Herald ran an article about "The perfect shoes for your running style and feet can make a huge difference in your exercise comfort levels", and interviewed Simon Speight for his opinion. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here:
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10679754
NZ Herald: Now it's kung fu biting, September 2010
The NZ Herald ran an article the resurection of kung fu shoes, and interviewed Simon Speight for his opinion. Click to view a PDF of the article, or you can view the article online here:
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10672737
Satellite clinic – Waiheke Island, 2004
Simon has recently established a successful monthly clinic on Waiheke Island in a dental practice. Dental facilities complement the needs of podiatry services so this will be a very effective match. The treatment room has a view toward Great Barrier Island.
Television Appearance, 2003
Simon was privileged to represent and promote the podiatry profession on 'Good Morning' with their host Mary Lambie. It is hoped this interview increased the profile of podiatry in New Zealand.
To view the interview, follow the links below. For optimal performance, save the file to your computer before playing - right-click in the link and select 'Save Target As'
http://www.speightspodiatry.co.nz/downloads/interview_288kbps.mov (Low Res file, 18MB)
http://www.speightspodiatry.co.nz/downloads/interview_56kbps.mov (High Res file, 21MB)
President of the New Zealand Society of Podiatrists, 2000 – 2004
Simon recently retired from serving the NZ Society of Podiatrists as their President. Simon served a term of four years which he found to be challenging and rewarding. A key strategic partner of the NZ Society is Asics. Simon is pictured here with their CEO renewing the strategic agreement with the NZ Society.
Two Publications in Trade journals
August 2002
Simon was asked to submit an article titled 'Tough as old boots' which focussed the adverse consequences of not wearing safety boots. *
July 2003
Simon was asked to submit an article advising readers of the best methods to keep their feet in the best condition. Other colleagues also contributed. An easy to read and informative article can be viewed in New Zealand Fitness PP 31-33. June/July 2003 No.61 www.fitnessmag.co.nz.
Speight's Podiatry goes 'International', August 2002 and November 2003
Simon visited the Chatham Islands group, twice for one week on each trip. Diabetes is a complex syndrome which causes many foot problems. Simon's visit to treat the feet was targeted at this client group.
Featured in NZ Herald, April 2002
www.speightspodiatry.co.nz featured in the Hot Links column of the NZ Herald. You can view the article at: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/index.cfm?ObjectID=1842555.
Speight's Podiatry clinic opens and simultaneously goes on line, 8th April 2002
Auckland's newest podiatry clinic opened today, aiming to service the feel of local clientele, which includes people who work and live in the Central Auckland region.