Our Podiatrists
Founded by Kent Sweeting in 2007, Performance Podiatry & Physiotherapy is recognised within the industry as only employing the best podiatrists to give you the best service.
Our podiatrists all have different areas of expertise which complement each other. So whether it’s a sports injury, a diabetic assessment and management, children’s developmental problems or a painful corn, we have a podiatrist that is highly skilled to offer you the best solution.
Kent Sweeting
Podiatrist and Founding Owner
- Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) (1st Class Honours) – QLD University of Technology
- Member – Australian Podiatry Association
- Member – Sports Medicine Australia
Awards
- 2009 - SPQ Podiatrist of the Year
- 2008 - Asics Award for Best New Investigator – Lower Limb: National Sports Medicine Australia Conference: ‘Achilles tendionsis: How does prolotherapy compare to eccentric loading exercises?’
- 2007 - Queensland Sports Podiatry Conference Best New Speaker: ‘Achilles tendinopathy: Clinical implications of recent research’
- 2006 & 2008 - Primary Health Care Research, Evaluation and Development (PHCRED) Research Fellow: School of Medicine, Griffith University
- 2004 - Texas Peak Brooks Award: Awarded to a final year Podiatry student who gains the greatest distinction in sports medicine
- 2002 - Australian Podiatry Association Lenard K Claxton Award: Awarded to a second year Podiatry student who demonstrates excellence in clinical studies
Book contribution & publications
- Sweeting, K. Plantar plate tear. In: Bruckner, P & Khan, K (editors). Bruckner and Khan’s Clinical Sports Medicine. 4th edition. Sydney: McGraw Hill; 2012. pp. 870-2.
- Yelland M, Sweeting K, Lyftogt J, Ng S, Scuffham P, Evans K. Prolotherapy injections and eccentric loading exercises for painful Achilles tendinosis: a randomised trial. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2011; 45: 421-8.
- Sweeting K, Whitty J, Scuffham P, Yelland M. Patient preferences for treatment of Achilles tendon pain: Results from a discrete choice experiment. The Patient – Patient-Centered Outcomes Research 2011; 4(1): 45-54.
- Sweeting, K. Conservative care for mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy. Podiatry Today (Online edition) 2011; 23(11).
- Masters S, Yelland M, Sweeting K, Schluter P, Harding G. The Ausback study: Low back pain outcomes in Australian musculoskeletal medicine practices. International Musculoskeletal Medicine 2010; 32(3): 103-9.
- Sweeting K, Mock M. Gait and posture: Assessment in general practice. Australian Family Physician 2007; 36(6): 398-405. [PDF]
- The Richie Brace: Practical Applications, Prescription Tips & Scanning Techniques
2025 – Australian College of Podiatric Surgeons Flatfoot Symposium
- Conservative Management of Adult Acquired Flatfoot
2023 – Sports & Exercise Podiatry Australia
- Practical Consideration of Prescribing Richie Braces
2023 - The Association of Podiatric Medicine (Singapore):
- Orthotic Prescriptions for Common Podiatric Conditions
2022 – Pedorthic Association of Canada Symposium:
- The Importance of Getting a Good Scan – Jumping from the Analog to the Digital Cast
2020 – Australian Podiatry Association National Conference
- The Role of AFOs in Complex Neuromuscular Conditions
2019 – Australian Podiatry Association Regional Seminar (CQU)
- The Role of AFOs in Complex Neuromuscular Conditions
2019 – QOL Seminars
- Orthoses in the Digital Age
2017 – QOL AFO and Orthotic Prescription Writing Seminar
- Pathology Specific Prescription Writing
2016 – QLD Australasian Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine Conference
- Knee Pain: Orthomechanical Care
2016 – NSW State Podiatry Conference
- Knee Pain: Orthomechanical Care
2015 – NSW Podiatry Association Biomechanics Course:
- Ankle Foot Orthoses in Podiatric Practice
- Achilles Tendinopathy & Advanced Orthotic Prescription
2013 – Sports Medicine Australia National Conference (Phuket)
- Foot and ankle taping for a purpose.
- Mix up your training with ASICS.
2012 – Victorian State Podiatry Conference:
- Treating Achilles tendinopathy in 2012
- Advanced orthotic prescription
2012 – New South Wales State Podiatry Conference
- Treating Achilles tendinopathy in 2012
2010 - Queensland State Podiatry Conference
- Prolotherapy injections and eccentric loading exercises for painful Achilles tendinosis: a randomised trial.
- Patient preferences for treatment of Achilles tendon pain: Results from a discrete choice experiment.
2009 - American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting
- Prolotherapy injections and eccentric loading exercises for painful Achilles tendinosis: a randomised trial.
2009 - Sports Medicine Australia National Conference
- Patient preferences for treatment of Achilles tendon pain: Results from a discrete choice experiment. (Poster presentation)
2008 - Sports Medicine Australia National Conference
- Prolotherapy injections and eccentric loading exercises for painful Achilles tendinosis: a randomised trial.
2008 - Queensland State Podiatry Conference
- Prolotherapy in podiatry
2006 - Sports Podiatry Queensland
- Achilles tendinopathy: Clinical implications of recent research
Yen-Chii Wong
Podiatrist
Yen-Chii holds a Bachelor of Podiatry from QUT and has furthered her expertise with a Graduate Certificate in Sports Medicine. With over eight years of experience in private practice across Adelaide and Canberra, she has returned home to Brisbane.
She enjoys working with patients of all ages and activity levels, managing a wide range of conditions from everyday concerns like ingrown toenails and corns to musculoskeletal issues such as plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy. Yen-Chii has a particular interest in foot and ankle biomechanics, orthotic therapy, and running-related injuries, drawing on both her clinical knowledge and personal experience with injury.
Yen-Chii is also proud to serve as the podiatrist for the Queensland Ballet, where she works closely with elite dancers to manage the high physical demands placed on their feet and lower limbs. This role has strengthened her expertise in injury prevention, load management, and dermatological care, allowing her to bring a deeper understanding of performance-focused care into the clinic and support patients in moving at their best.
Outside the clinic, she is a passionate runner and regularly trains in the sport of Olympic weightlifting. Having completed multiple half marathons, a full marathon, and competed in local weightlifting events, she understands the importance of staying active and is committed to helping her patients do the same.
Yen-Chii is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
Sabrena Kuo
Podiatrist
Sabrena graduated with a Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) from Queensland University of Technology in 2024 and is excited to begin her full-time career in podiatry.
She enjoys treating a wide range of podiatric conditions, with a particular interest in orthotic prescription and diabetic (high-risk) foot care.
In addition to English, she is fluent in Mandarin and Taiwanese, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population. Sabrena is available Monday to Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Consultations in English, Mandarin and Taiwanese
Want specific advice for your individual situation?
Make an appointment today on (07) 3846 4800.
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