Media & Press
Sports podiatrist Karl Lockett has contributed to Australian television, newspapers, magazines and health publications on heel pain, running injuries, footwear and lower-limb biomechanics.
Footwear, running injuries and heel pain in the media
Karl Lockett has provided clinical commentary across television, newspapers, magazines and Australian health publications.
Topics have included plantar fasciitis, exercise-related injury, running preparation, footwear selection, high heels and the mechanical factors associated with persistent foot and heel pain.
Articles & Appearances
Selected media contributions featuring Karl Lockett and Sydney Heel Pain Clinic.
Studio 10 Features Karl Lockett
Television discussion examining good and bad footwear decisions and their effect on foot function.
How to Avoid Bad Shoe Decisions That Damage Our Feet
From high heels to flat shoes, Karl discusses footwear choices and the mechanical demands they place on the feet.
No Gain in Pain From Pushing It
An examination of exercise-related overuse injury and the risks associated with increasing training load too aggressively.
How to Wear Heels Without Breaking a Bone
Clinical commentary on high heels, footwear mechanics and reducing unnecessary stress through the foot and lower limb.
Prevent Blisters From Running Shoes With a Heel Lock
Practical footwear advice explaining how lacing technique can improve heel retention within a running shoe.
Recreational Runners Risk Injury
Discussion of running preparation, training exposure and common injuries affecting recreational runners.
Tips to Remain on Track This Season
Karl's guidance for reducing injury risk when preparing for fun runs, distance events and marathon training.
Exercise — But Do It Right
Why rapid increases in exercise intensity can expose the foot, ankle and lower limb to excessive mechanical load.
When in Pain, Listen to Your Body
A discussion of persistent pain, exercise load and recognising when symptoms require further investigation.
Top 10 Bad Shoe Decisions
Karl examines common footwear choices and how shoe design can influence comfort, loading and foot function.
Tips to Reduce Running Injury
Clinical advice on training progression, footwear and preparation for recreational running events.
Dealing With Heel Pain
An overview of plantar heel pain, training load, footwear, calf function and mechanical contributors.
Best Foot Forward
Advice for runners preparing for fun runs and endurance events, with an emphasis on preparation and reducing avoidable injury.
Sports Podiatrist & Founder
Karl Lockett graduated from the University of Salford in 1998 with honours and has worked extensively in the assessment and treatment of heel and foot pain.
He is a university guest lecturer, has spoken for the Singapore Podiatry Association and was podiatrist to the Sydney Opera House from 2020 to 2025.
Sydney Heel Pain Clinic has treated more than 7,000 patients across its Sydney clinics.
Clinical Appointments for Heel Pain
Appointments are available across Sydney CBD, Crows Nest, Parramatta and Miranda. No GP referral is required.