Dr Martin Spink
Honorary Lecturer
School of Health Sciences (Podiatry)
- Email:martin.spink@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:(02) 4349 4418
Career Summary
Biography
Dr. Martin Spink is a Lecturer in the discipline of Podiatry in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, and is based at the Central Coast campus at Ourimbah. Martin joined the University of Newcastle in 2012 and engages in research projects investigating the diabetic foot and musculoskeletal complications. He also currently teaches the Musculoskeletal, Geriatric and Podiatric Surgery courses.
Before joining the university Martin worked in private practice in Melbourne for five years. Prior to retraining as a podiatrist Martin spent 15 years working in a variety of roles in the IT industry in both the UK and Australia including computer programming, analysis and project management.
Research Expertise
Martin was awarded a PhD in 2012 from La Trobe University, Melbourne for his work involving the relationship of foot problems to falls and balance, and podiatry interventions to prevent falls. The primary focus was a randomised trial with over 300 participants entitled “Effectiveness of a multifaceted podiatry intervention to prevent falls in community dwelling older people with disabling foot pain.” This trial was the first to establish that routine and inexpensive podiatry interventions could reduce falls in older people by 36%, and the findings were published in the British Medical Journal (Spink et al.2011).
Dr Martin Spink’s current research focus is on musculoskeletal problems in various populations and includes the following trials:
- Investigating the efficacy of a stretching program in increasing ankle range of motion and decreasing plantar pressures in people with diabetes
- Assessing the impact of orthotic intervention in people with chronic lower back pain
- Establishing the prevalence of running injuries in recreational runners and factors predisposing to injury
- Measuring the relationship of foot posture, muscle strength and plantar pressure and their possible effect as injury risk factors in the paediatric population
Teaching Expertise
Dr Martin Spink coordinates three podiatry courses: PDTY2203 Musculoskeletal and Sports Podiatry, PDTY3102 Podiatric Surgery and PDTY3203 Specialised Podiatry Practice. Martin’s roles as a lecturer, tutor and clinical supervisor allow him to work with students in both classroom and clinic settings to develop their competency as podiatrists. His courses highlight the latest evidence based diagnostic and treatment options for commonly seen podiatry presentations such as foot pain, sports injuries and falls prevention in the elderly. He encourages students to develop the critical review and analysis skills they will need to support their life-long learning as podiatrists.
Dr Martin Spink received a Faculty Teaching and Learning award (2016) for his work in the integration of innovative blended learning and case-based teaching strategies to engage and motivate students in the area of musculoskeletal Podiatry practice. This involved the development of an iPad based radiology teaching resource with interactive learning activities.
Collaborations
Dr Spink is a member of the Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition at the University of Newcastle.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, La Trobe University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University of East Anglia - UK
- Bachelor of Podiatry (Hons), La Trobe University
- Bachelor of Podiatry, La Trobe University
Keywords
- Diabetes
- Falls and balance
- Musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation
- Podiatry
Languages
- English (Fluent)
Awards
Award
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2017 |
Faculty of Health and Medicine Teaching and Learning award University of Newcastle |
2009 |
Australasian Podiatry Conference Best Poster Award for emerging researcher University of Newcastle |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Journal article (39 outputs)
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2023 |
Sadler S, Spink M, Lanting S, Chuter V, 'A randomised controlled trial investigating the effect of foot orthoses for the treatment of chronic nonspecific low back pain', Musculoskeletal Care, 21 856-864 (2023) [C1] Objectives: The primary aim was to investigate the effect of prefabricated foot orthoses on pain and function in people with chronic nonspecific low back pain (LBP). Secondary aim... [more] Objectives: The primary aim was to investigate the effect of prefabricated foot orthoses on pain and function in people with chronic nonspecific low back pain (LBP). Secondary aims were to report on the recruitment rate, adherence to and safety of these interventions, and the relationship between physical activity and pain and function. Design: A two-arm parallel group (intervention vs. control) randomised (1:1) controlled trial. Subjects: Forty-one participants with chronic nonspecific LBP. Intervention: Twenty participants were randomised to the intervention group (prefabricated foot orthotic and The Back Book) and 21 to the control group (The Back Book). The primary outcomes for this study were change in pain and function from baseline to 12¿weeks. Results: No statistically significant difference in pain was found between the intervention and control group (adjusted mean difference -0.84, 95% CI: -2.09 to 0.41, p¿=¿0.18) at the 12-week follow-up. No statistically significant difference in function was found between the intervention and control group (adjusted mean difference -1.47, 95% CI: -5.51 to 2.57, p¿=¿0.47) at the 12-week follow-up. Conclusion: This study found no evidence of a significant beneficial effect of prefabricated foot orthoses for chronic nonspecific LBP. This study demonstrated that the rate of recruitment, intervention adherence and safety, and participant retention is acceptable and supportive of conducting a larger randomised controlled trial. Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12618001298202).
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2022 |
Peterson B, Hawke F, Spink M, Sadler S, Hawes M, Callister R, Chuter V, 'Biomechanical and Musculoskeletal Measurements as Risk Factors for Running-Related Injury in Non-elite Runners: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Prospective Studies.', Sports Med Open, 8 38 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Peterson B, Withers B, Hawke F, Spink M, Callister R, Chuter V, 'Outcomes of participation in parkrun, and factors influencing why and how often individuals participate: A systematic review of quantitative studies', JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES, 40 1486-1499 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Peterson B, Searle A, Spink M, Hawke F, Callister R, Chuter V, 'Going their own way-male recreational runners and running-related injuries: A qualitative thematic analysis', PLOS ONE, 17 (2022) [C1]
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2021 |
Sadler S, Spink M, Chuter V, 'Gluteus medius muscle activity during gait in people with and without chronic nonspecific low back pain: A case control study', Gait and Posture, 83 15-19 (2021) [C1]
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2021 |
Chuter VH, Spink MJ, David M, Lanting S, Searle A, 'Clinical foot measurements as a proxy for plantar pressure testing in people with diabetes.', J Foot Ankle Res, 14 56 (2021) [C1]
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2021 |
Fotoohabadi M, Spink MJ, Menz HB, 'Relationship between lower limb muscle strength and hallux valgus severity in older people', Foot, 46 (2021) [C1]
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2021 |
Sadler SG, Lanting SM, Searle AT, Spink MJ, Chuter VH, 'Does a weight bearing equinus affect plantar pressure differently in older people with and without diabetes? A case control study', Clinical Biomechanics, 84 (2021) [C1] Background: A weight bearing ankle equinus has adverse effects on forefoot plantar pressure variables in older adults with diabetes, but it is unclear if this is also the case in ... [more] Background: A weight bearing ankle equinus has adverse effects on forefoot plantar pressure variables in older adults with diabetes, but it is unclear if this is also the case in older adults without diabetes. Methods: 40 older adults with diabetes (88% type 2, mean diabetes duration 17.6 ± 14.8 years) and 40 older adults without diabetes, matched for age (±3 years), sex and BMI (±2 BMI units) were included (63% female, mean age 72 ± 4 years, BMI 30 ± 4 kg/m2). Primary outcomes were prevalence of a weight bearing equinus and evaluation of barefoot forefoot plantar pressures in older adults with and without diabetes. Findings: A weight bearing equinus was present in 37.5% and 27.5% of the diabetes and non-diabetes group respectively with no significant difference between groups (p = 0.470). People with diabetes and equinus displayed higher peak pressure (808 versus 540 kPa, p = 0.065) and significantly higher pressure-time integral (86 versus 68 kPa/s, p = 0.030) than people with diabetes and no equinus group. The non-diabetes equinus group had significantly higher peak pressure (665 versus 567 kPa, p = 0.035) than those with no diabetes and no equinus, but no difference in pressure-time integral. Interpretation: A high prevalence of a weight bearing equinus was detected in older adults with and without diabetes, with associated increases in plantar pressures. As an equinus has been associated with many foot pathologies this study's findings suggest that clinicians should check for the presence of a weight bearing ankle equinus in all older adults.
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2020 |
Lanting SM, Spink MJ, Tehan PE, Vickers S, Casey SL, Chuter VH, 'Non-invasive assessment of vibration perception and protective sensation in people with diabetes mellitus: inter- and intra-rater reliability', JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH, 13 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Sadler S, Spink M, De Jonge XJ, Chuter V, 'An exploratory study investigating the effect of foot type and foot orthoses on gluteus medius muscle activity', BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 21 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Sadler S, Spink M, Chuter V, 'Reliability of surface electromyography for the gluteus medius muscle during gait in people with and without chronic nonspecific low back pain', Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 54 (2020) [C1]
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2019 |
Searle A, Spink MJ, Oldmeadow C, Chiu S, Chuter VH, 'Calf muscle stretching is ineffective in increasing ankle range of motion or reducing plantar pressures in people with diabetes and ankle equinus: A randomised controlled trial', Clinical Biomechanics, 69 52-57 (2019) [C1] Background: Limited ankle dorsiflexion, or equinus, is associated with elevated plantar pressures, which have been implicated in the development and non-healing of foot ulcer. A s... [more] Background: Limited ankle dorsiflexion, or equinus, is associated with elevated plantar pressures, which have been implicated in the development and non-healing of foot ulcer. A stretching intervention may increase ankle dorsiflexion and reduce plantar pressures in people with diabetes. Methods: Two arm parallel randomised controlled trial from September 2016 to October 2017. Adults with diabetes and ankle equinus (=5° dorsiflexion) were randomly allocated to receive an 8 week static calf stretching intervention or continue with their normal activities. Primary outcome measures were change in weight bearing and non-weight bearing ankle dorsiflexion and forefoot peak plantar pressure. Secondary outcome measures were forefoot pressure time integrals and adherence to the stretching intervention. Findings: 68 adults (mean (standard deviation) age and diabetes duration 67.4 (10.9) years and 14.0 (10.8) years, 64.7% male) were randomised to stretch (n = 34) or usual activity (n = 34). At follow up, no significant differences were seen between groups (adjusted mean difference) for non-weight (+1.3°, 95% CI:-0.3 to 2.9, p = 0.101) and weight bearing ankle dorsiflexion (+0.5°, 95% CI:-2.6 to 3.6, p = 0.743) or forefoot in-shoe (+1.5 kPa, 95% CI:-10.0 to 12.9, p = 0.803) or barefoot peak pressures (-19.1 kPa, 95% CI:-96.4 to 58.1, p = 0.628). Seven of the intervention group and two of the control group were lost to follow up. Interpretation: Our data failed to show a statistically significant or clinically meaningful effect of static calf muscle stretching on ankle range of motion, or plantar pressures, in people with diabetes and ankle equinus.
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2019 |
Sadler S, Cassidy S, Peterson B, Spink M, Chuter V, 'Gluteus medius muscle function in people with and without low back pain: a systematic review.', BMC musculoskeletal disorders, 20 (2019) [C1]
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2019 |
Johnson NA, Barwick AL, Searle A, Spink MJ, Twigg SM, Chuter VH, 'Self-reported physical activity in community-dwelling adults with diabetes and its association with diabetes complications', Journal of Diabetes and its Complications, 33 33-38 (2019) [C1] Aims: To describe the physical activity levels of an Australian community-based adult population with diabetes, and investigate the interaction between diabetes complications and ... [more] Aims: To describe the physical activity levels of an Australian community-based adult population with diabetes, and investigate the interaction between diabetes complications and physical activity. Methods: Anthropometric, demographic, biochemical and self-reported physical activity measures (IPAQ) were performed. Associations and multiple regression analyses were undertaken between physical activity, known risk factors for diabetes complications, and history of cardiovascular disease (CVD), neuropathy and foot ulceration obtained from medical records. Results: 240 participants were recruited (96% type 2 diabetes; age 68.7 ± 10.5 y; 58% men; diabetes duration 14.3 ± 11.4 y). Sixty seven percent of participants reported undertaking moderate or vigorous intensity exercise to recommended levels, and 29% reported no moderate-vigorous exercise. In addition to being associated with known demographic and biochemical risk factors and other complications, diabetes complications were also associated with different physical activity behaviours. Individuals with a history of CVD were more likely to participate in moderate-vigorous exercise and meet exercise guidelines, individuals with neuropathy undertook less walking and moderate intensity exercise, and those with a history of foot ulceration sat more and participated less in vigorous exercise. Conclusions: In Australian adults, the presence of diabetes complications may influence physical activity participation, and associate with characteristic physical activity approaches.
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2018 |
Searle A, Spink MJ, Chuter VH, 'Weight bearing versus non-weight bearing ankle dorsiflexion measurement in people with diabetes: a cross sectional study', BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS, 19 (2018) [C1]
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2018 |
Searle A, Spink MJ, Chuter VH, 'Validation of a weight bearing ankle equinus value in older adults with diabetes', Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, 11 (2018) [C1]
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2018 |
Menz HB, Auhl M, Spink MJ, 'Foot problems as a risk factor for falls in community-dwelling older people: A systematic review and meta-analysis', Maturitas, 118 7-14 (2018) [C1] Background: Foot problems are common in older people. The objective of this systematic review was to determine whether foot problems increase the risk of falling in community-dwel... [more] Background: Foot problems are common in older people. The objective of this systematic review was to determine whether foot problems increase the risk of falling in community-dwelling older people. Methods: Electronic databases were searched from inception to May 2018. To be eligible for inclusion, papers needed to (i) include community-dwelling older participants, (ii) document falls either retrospectively or prospectively, and (iii) document or assess the presence of foot problems. Screening and data extraction were performed by two independent assessors, with disagreements resolved by consensus. Results: A total of 146 papers were screened by title and abstract, and nine met the inclusion criteria. An additional six eligible papers were identified by searching the reference lists of included papers, resulting in a total of 15 papers. Quantitative synthesis indicated that older people who fell were more likely to have foot pain, hallux valgus, lesser toe deformity, plantar fasciitis, reduced ankle dorsiflexion range of motion, reduced toe plantarflexion strength, impaired tactile sensitivity and increased plantar pressures when walking. Meta-analysis indicated that fallers were more likely to have foot pain (pooled odds ratio [OR] 1.95, 95% CI 1.38¿2.76, p < 0.001), hallux valgus (pooled OR 1.89, 95% CI 1.19¿3.00, p = 0.007) and lesser toe deformity (pooled OR 1.67, 95% CI 1.07¿2.59, p = 0.020). Conclusion: Foot problems, particularly foot pain, hallux valgus and lesser toe deformity, are associated with falls in older people. Documentation of foot problems and referral to foot care specialists should therefore be a routine component of falls risk assessment and prevention.
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2018 |
Searle A, Spink MJ, Chuter VH, 'Prevalence of ankle equinus and correlation with foot plantar pressures in people with diabetes', Clinical Biomechanics, 60 39-44 (2018) [C1] Background: An association between equinus and plantar pressure may be important for people with diabetes, as elevated plantar pressure has been linked with foot ulcer development... [more] Background: An association between equinus and plantar pressure may be important for people with diabetes, as elevated plantar pressure has been linked with foot ulcer development. To determine the prevalence of equinus in community dwelling people with diabetes and to examine any association between presence of equinus and forefoot plantar pressures. Methods: Barefoot (Tekscan HR Mat¿) and in-shoe (Novel Pedar-X®) plantar pressure variables, non-weight bearing ankle range of motion and neuropathy status were assessed in 136 adults with diabetes (52.2% male; 47.8% with neuropathy; mean (standard deviation) age and diabetes duration: 68.4 (11.5) and 14.6 (11.1) years respectively). Findings: Equinus, when measured as =5° dorsiflexion, was present in 66.9% of the cohort. There was a significant correlation between an equinus and barefoot (r = 0.247, p = 0.004) and in-shoe forefoot pressure time integrals (r = 0.214, p = 0.012) and in-shoe forefoot alternate pressure time integrals (r = 0.246, p = 0.004). Significantly more males (p < 0.01) and people with neuropathy (p = 0.02) or higher glycated haemoglobin levels (p < 0.01) presented with an equinus. Interpretation: Community dwelling adults with diabetes have a high rate of ankle equinus which is associated with increased forefoot pressure time integrals and a two-fold increased risk of high in-shoe peak pressures. Clinical assessment of an ankle equinus may be a useful screening tool to identify adults at increased risk of diabetic foot complications.
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2017 |
Searle A, Spink MJ, Ho A, Chuter VH, 'Association between ankle equinus and plantar pressures in people with diabetes. A systematic review and meta-analysis', Clinical Biomechanics, 43 8-14 (2017) [C1] Background Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world and is associated with a life-time risk of foot ulcer of 12¿25%. Diabetes related restriction in ankle ... [more] Background Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world and is associated with a life-time risk of foot ulcer of 12¿25%. Diabetes related restriction in ankle joint range of dorsiflexion is proposed to contribute to elevated plantar pressures implicated in the development of foot ulcers. Methods A systematic search of EBSCO Megafile Premier (containing MEDLINE, CINAHL, SPORTSdiscus and Academic Search Complete) and The Cochrane Library was conducted to 23rd November 2016. Two authors independently reviewed and selected relevant studies. Meta-analysis of study data were conducted where possible. Findings Fifteen studies met the inclusion criteria. Three studies were eligible to be included in the meta-analysis which found that equinus has a significant, but small, effect on increased plantar pressures (ES¿=¿0.26, CI 95% 0.11 to 0.41, p¿=¿0.001). Of the remaining studies, eight found evidence of an association between limited ankle dorsiflexion and increased plantar pressures while four studies found no relationship. Interpretation Limited ankle joint dorsiflexion may be an important factor in elevating plantar pressures, independent of neuropathy. Limited ankle dorsiflexion and increased plantar pressures were found in all the studies where the sample population had a history of neuropathic foot ulceration. In contrast, the same association was not found in those studies where the population had neuropathy and no history of foot ulcer. Routine screening for limited ankle dorsiflexion range of motion in the diabetic population would allow for early provision of conservative treatment options to reduce plantar pressures and lessen ulcer risk.
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2017 |
Sadler SG, Spink M, Ho A, Janse De Jonge X, Chuter V, 'Restriction in lateral bending range of motion, lumbar lordosis, and hamstring flexibility predicts the development of low back pain: a systematic review of prospective cohort studies', BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 18 (2017) [C1]
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2016 |
Chuter VH, Searle A, Spink MJ, 'Flip-flop footwear with a moulded foot-bed for the treatment of foot pain: a randomised controlled trial', BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 17 1-8 (2016) [C1] Background: Foot pain is a common problem affecting up to 1 in 5 adults and is known to adversely affect activities of daily living and health related quality of life. Orthopaedic... [more] Background: Foot pain is a common problem affecting up to 1 in 5 adults and is known to adversely affect activities of daily living and health related quality of life. Orthopaedic footwear interventions are used as a conservative treatment for foot pain, although adherence is known to be low, in part due to the perception of poor comfort and unattractiveness of the footwear. The objective of this trial was to assess the efficacy of flip-flop style footwear (Foot Bio-Tec©) with a moulded foot-bed in reducing foot pain compared to participant's usual footwear. Methods: Two-arm parallel randomised controlled trial using computer generated random allocation schedule at an Australian university podiatry clinic. 108 volunteers with disabling foot pain were enrolled after responding to an advertisement and eligibility screening. Participants were randomly allocated to receive footwear education and moulded flip-flop footwear to wear as much as they were comfortable with for the next 12 weeks (n = 54) or footwear education and instructions to wear their normal footwear for the next 12 weeks (n = 54). Primary outcome was the pain domain of the Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ). Secondary outcomes were the foot function and general foot health domains of the FHSQ, a visual analogue scale (VAS) for foot pain and perceived comfort of the intervention footwear. Results: Compared to the control group, the moulded flip-flop group showed a significant improvement in the primary outcome measure of the FHSQ pain domain (adjusted mean difference 8.36 points, 95 % CI 5.58 to 13.27, p < 0.01). Statistical and clinically significant differences were observed for the secondary measure of foot pain assessed by a VAS and the FSHQ domains of foot function and general foot health. None of the participants reported any pain or discomfort from the intervention footwear and six (footwear group = 4) were lost to follow up. Conclusions: Our results demonstrate that flip-flop footwear with a moulded foot-bed can have a significant effect on foot pain, function and foot health and might be a valuable adjunct therapy for people with foot pain.
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2015 |
Searle A, Spink M, Ho A, Chuter V, 'Exercise interventions for the treatment of chronic low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials', Clinical Rehabilitation, 29 1155-1167 (2015) [C1] Objective: To determine, for adults with chronic low back pain, which exercise interventions are the most effective at reducing pain compared to other treatments. Data sources: A ... [more] Objective: To determine, for adults with chronic low back pain, which exercise interventions are the most effective at reducing pain compared to other treatments. Data sources: A search of MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus, PsycINFO and The Cochrane Library was conducted up to October 2014. Review methods: Databases were searched for published reports of randomised trials that investigated the treatment of chronic low back pain of non-specific origin with an exercise intervention. Two authors independently reviewed and selected relevant trials. Methodological quality was evaluated using the Downs and Black tool. Results: Forty-five trials met the inclusion criteria and thirty-nine were included in the meta-analysis. Combined meta-analysis revealed significantly lower chronic low back pain with intervention groups using exercise compared to a control group or other treatment group (Standard Mean Deviation (SMD) =-0.32, CI 95% -0.44 to -0.19, P<0.01). Separate exploratory subgroup analysis showed a significant effect for strength/resistance and coordination/stabilisation programs. Conclusions: Our results found a beneficial effect for strength/resistance and coordination/stabilisation exercise programs over other interventions in the treatment of chronic low back pain and that cardiorespiratory and combined exercise programs are ineffective.
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2014 |
Chuter V, Spink M, Searle A, Ho A, 'The effectiveness of shoe insoles for the prevention and treatment of low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials', BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 15 1-8 (2014) [C1]
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2013 |
Menz HB, Spink MJ, Landorf KB, Hill KD, Lord SR, 'Older people's perceptions of a multifaceted podiatric medical intervention to prevent falls', Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, 103 457-464 (2013) [C1] Background: Falls are common in older people and are associated with substantial health-care costs. A recent randomized controlled trial of a multifaceted podiatric medical interv... [more] Background: Falls are common in older people and are associated with substantial health-care costs. A recent randomized controlled trial of a multifaceted podiatric medical intervention demonstrated a 36% reduction in the fall rate over 12 months. We evaluated the acceptability of and levels of satisfaction with this intervention in the older people who participated in the trial. Methods: Participants allocated to the intervention group (which included a home-based program of foot and ankle exercises, assistance with the purchase of safe footwear when necessary, and provision of prefabricated foot orthoses) completed a structured questionnaire 6 months after they had received the intervention. The questions addressed participants' perceptions of their balance and foot and ankle strength, the perceived difficulty of the exercise program, and the degree of satisfaction with the footwear and orthoses provided. Results: Of 153 participants, 134 (87.6%) attended the 6-month follow-up assessment and completed the questionnaire. Most participants perceived improvements in balance (62.7%) and foot and ankle strength (74.6%) after 6 months of performing the exercises, and 86.6% considered the difficulty level of the exercises to be "about right." Most participants reported that they were somewhat or very satisfied with the footwear (92.3%) and orthoses (81.6%) provided. Conclusions: The multifaceted podiatric medical intervention used in this trial was generally perceived to be beneficial and demonstrated high levels of satisfaction among participants. Further research is now required to evaluate the feasibility of implementing the intervention in a range of clinical practice settings.
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2013 |
Landorf KB, Morrow A, Spink MJ, Nash CL, Novak A, Potter J, Menz HB, 'Effectiveness of scalpel debridement for painful plantar calluses in older people: a randomized trial', TRIALS, 14 (2013) [C1]
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Conference (12 outputs)
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Peterson B, Hawke F, Spink M, Sadler S, Hawes M, Callister R, Chuter V, 'Biomechanical and músculoskeletal measures as risk factors for running-related injury in non-elite runners: a systematic review and meta-analysis', Biomechanical and musculoskeletal measures as risk factors for running-related injury in non-elite runners a systematic review and meta-analysis, Online (2021)
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2019 |
Peterson B, Spink M, Hawke F, Chuter V, Callister R, 'Profiling footwear use, training habits, running related injuries, and injury management behaviours in recreational runners in the Australian community', Profiling footwear use, training habits, running related injuries, and injury management behaviours in recreational runners in the Australian community, Adelaide, South Australia (2019)
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2017 |
Spink MJ, Searle A, Ho A, Chuter VH, 'Association between ankle equinus and plantar pressures in people with diabetes. A systematic review and meta-analysis', Association between ankle equinus and plantar pressures in people with diabetes. A systematic review and meta-analysi, Melbourne (2017)
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2015 |
Thompson B, Sadler S, Chuter V, Spink M, Janse de Jonge X, 'Are core stability exercises an effective treatment for nonspecific chronic low back pain? A systematic review with meta-analysis', QLD (2015) [E3]
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Spink MJ, Chuter VH, Searle A, 'Flip-flop footwear with a moulded foot-bed for the treatment of foot pain: A randomised controlled trial', Hope Island, Gold Coast (2015) [E3]
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Lanting S, Craike P, Spink M, Casey S, Chuter V, 'The reliability of non-invasive neurological examinations in people with diabetes', Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, Sydney, Australia (2013) [E3]
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 9 |
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Total funding | $79,058 |
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20181 grants / $22,862
Does screening for ankle joint restriction have a role in preventing diabetic foot ulceration$22,862
Funding body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
Funding body | Hunter Medical Research Institute |
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Project Team | Professor Viv Chuter, Doctor Martin Spink, Doctor Angela Searle |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2018 |
Funding Finish | 2018 |
GNo | G1801137 |
Type Of Funding | C3300 – Aust Philanthropy |
Category | 3300 |
UON | Y |
20172 grants / $28,535
Novel risk markers to improve risk profiling for diabetic foot complications$20,000
Funding body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
Funding body | Hunter Medical Research Institute |
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Project Team | Professor Viv Chuter, Doctor Martin Spink, Doctor Peta Tehan, Doctor Fiona Hawke |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | G1701567 |
Type Of Funding | C3300 – Aust Philanthropy |
Category | 3300 |
UON | Y |
Rate my risk: Vascular risk profiling for diabetic foot complications $8,535
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Professor Viv Chuter, Doctor Martin Spink, Doctor Fiona Hawke, Doctor Peta Tehan |
Scheme | Ourimbah Strategic Pilot Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | G1701262 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20153 grants / $10,666
University of Newcastle Faculty of Health and Medicine Equipment Grant$6,946
Funding body: The University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine
Funding body | The University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine |
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Project Team | Spink M |
Scheme | Faculty of Health and Medicine Equipment Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
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Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
School of Health Science Equipment Grant for Plantar Pressure Analysis equipment$2,970
Funding body: The University of Newcastle
Funding body | The University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Spink, M |
Scheme | School of Health Sciences Equipment Grant round |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
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Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
Sports Medicine Australia Conference, Hope Island Australia, 21-24 October 2015$750
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine |
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Project Team | Doctor Martin Spink |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1500989 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20141 grants / $2,000
The efficacy of a supervised and a home-based web supported core strengthening program in adults with chronic non-specific low back pain: a randomised controlled trial$2,000
Funding body: Sports Medicine Australia
Funding body | Sports Medicine Australia |
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Project Team | Doctor Xanne Janse De Jonge, Mrs Belinda Thompson, Professor Viv Chuter, Doctor Martin Spink |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2014 |
Funding Finish | 2014 |
GNo | G1401385 |
Type Of Funding | C3100 – Aust For Profit |
Category | 3100 |
UON | Y |
20131 grants / $4,995
Evaluation of the pressure-redistributing properties of prefabricated foot orthoses in younger adults after at least 12 months wear$4,995
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Martin Spink |
Scheme | New Staff Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2013 |
Funding Finish | 2013 |
GNo | G1300066 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20121 grants / $10,000
Evaluation of student learning and engagement utilising interactive eLearning Anatomy Imaging Resources and 3-D Academic Technologies$10,000
Funding body: The University of Newcastle, Australia
Funding body | The University of Newcastle, Australia |
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Project Team | Smith J, Chuter C, Spink M, Evans S |
Scheme | Centre for Teaching and learning |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2012 |
Funding Finish | 2013 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Current Supervision
Commenced | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2017 | Honours | The relationship of muscle strength to foot posture in children | Physiotherapy, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2015 | Honours | Effectiveness of customised foot orthoses in the redistribution of plantar pressures in patients with diabetes | Podiatry, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2022 | PhD | Intrinsic and Extrinsic Factors Influencing the Risk of Running-Related Injury in Recreational Runners | PhD (Podiatry), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2021 | PhD | The Gluteus Medius Muscle, Foot Type, and Foot Orthoses: An Investigation of Contribution to, and Treatment of, Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain. | PhD (Podiatry), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2019 | PhD | The Effectiveness of a Stretching Intervention in Lowering Plantar Pressures Related to Reduced Ankle Range of Motion in People with Diabetes | PhD (Podiatry), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2014 | Honours | The Relationship Between Foot Posture and Muscle Strength in Children | Podiatry, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2013 | Honours | Relationship between foot posture and plantar pressure in children | Podiatry, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2013 | Honours | The reliability of non-invasive methods of assessing vibration perception of the foot | Podiatry, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
Dr Martin Spink
Position
Honorary Lecturer
School of Health Sciences
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Focus area
Podiatry
Contact Details
martin.spink@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | (02) 4349 4418 |
Fax | (02) 4921 6984 |
Office
Room | BE 122 |
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Building | Ourimbah campus BE |