Podiatry Christchurch

Greg has always had an interest in sports. He has played senior rugby for 10 years and more recently has been involved in competitive tennis. After gaining his podiatry qualification he went on to complete a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine, then completed a Masters degree through Otago University – being one of only a few New Zealand podiatrists with these qualifications. He has previously taught sports podiatry at the Auckland University of Technology.

Research has also been an interest for Greg particularly in the field of biomechanics and human movement. He has performed many original studies and has presented these internationally in several different countries. He recently wrote a chapter for the prestigious biomechanical text “Biomechanics and Human Movement Science”.

Greg’s experience has seen him involved in collaborative research with several major athletic footwear companies including Asics, Nike, Salomon, and Sole Technology. Greg has always been involved with many elite athletes, sports teams and organizations. He is currently the podiatrist for New Zealand Cricket, podiatrist for the Canterbury NPC and Super 15 teams as well as a podiatrist for the Winter Olympic athletes.

Adele completed her Diploma in Podiatry in 1993 and her Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) in 1995.
Adele is a skilled podiatrist with significant experience which she has gained working closely with many of Christchurch’s leading sports physicians and physiotherapists. She has a wide base of knowledge of various foot and lower limb injuries, and of orthotic and footwear prescription.

Previously a national representative in skiing, Adele has experience as an athlete and understands the importance of maintaining strong and healthy feet to reduce injury risk and achieve optimum performance. As a mother, Adele has first-hand experience of growing feet and a special interest in treating children. In her spare time, Adele enjoys skiing, yoga, mountain biking, running, music and spending time with family and friends.

Originally from Auckland - Smit graduated from AUT with a Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry in 2024 and has a particular interest in sports podiatry, with a strong background in football and cricket. His clinical interests include the assessment, treatment and prevention of lower limb injuries, with a focus on helping people stay active and perform at their best.

Smit has completed postgraduate training in dry needling and is also an elected ambassador for the profession through Podiatry NZ. He is currently furthering his knowledge and clinical skills through a Postgraduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine at the University of Otago.

His experience also includes working in sports footwear retail, giving him a well-rounded understanding of footwear, injury prevention and the role that appropriate footwear can play in supporting rehabilitation and performance. Smit is passionate about providing personalised, evidence-based treatment and working with patients to develop practical strategies that fit their individual goals and lifestyles.

Working within a multidisciplinary team is something Smit values highly, and he believes collaboration across different areas of healthcare is key to achieving the best outcomes for patients.

When he’s not in the clinic, Smit enjoys exploring the South Island, whether that’s hiking the local trails, getting out on the sports field, or making the most of everything Christchurch and the wider region have to offer.

Loren has always worked in sports podiatry and recently returned to New Zealand after spending time working in the United Kingdom. She is passionate about helping people stay active and supporting them through every stage of their recovery and performance journey, from injury prevention through to returning confidently to the activities they love.

Loren enjoys working with a wide range of individuals, from recreationally active people to competitive athletes, with particular interests in treating runners and dancers, supported by her own background in classical ballet. She also has a strong interest in running footwear and the role it plays in enhancing comfort, supporting rehabilitation and optimising performance, and has previously contributed clinical footwear reviews for ASICS.

Having completed her training through Auckland University of Technology (AUT), Loren combines evidence-based care with a personalised approach to treatment. Her experience in sports podiatry has provided her with a strong understanding of lower limb biomechanics, rehabilitation and injury prevention.

Loren believes the best outcomes are achieved through collaboration and enjoys working closely with patients to develop realistic treatment plans that align with their individual goals, whether that means returning to sport, preparing for an event or simply remaining active and pain-free in everyday life.

Outside the clinic, Loren enjoys hiking, ballet, running, travelling and exploring New Zealand’s outdoors.