Sole Switch PRO

Continuing Education Credit

2 hour 15 minute video course

For Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistants. The following states are considered “meet the standard states” and do not require approval if the course is quality and/or approved in other states: Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

For Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistants. The following states are approved by virtue of Texas Physical Therapy Assocation: Alaska, Arizona, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

For Athletic Trainers: Gait Happens (BOC AP#: P12088) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 2 hours/Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.


USD $114.75
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Sole Switch Pro Course (for health professionals)

A two-hour online course to help you make better, more individualized footwear recommendations for your clients. In this course you'll get:

  • An understanding of the key features of shoes including heel to toe drop, sole shape, stack height, and more
  • Research reviews for each shoe feature
  • The concept of the shoe spectrum
  • Discussion of specific diagnoses and where they should sit on the shoe spectrum
  • Simple assessments to find your clients' baseline
  • Transition strategies to help your clients make big footwear changes
  • A discussion of orthotics, postings, pads and additional tools to help your clients
  • A PDF recommended shoe guide
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Your Instructors

Dr. Courtney Conley, DC

Lakewood, Colorado

Dr. Courtney Conley is the founder and creator of Gait Happens, where she has the opportunity to truly realize her dream of helping as many people as possible reclaim their foot function.

Dr. Courtney Conley is a distinguished figure in the field of foot and gait specialization.

She holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine as well as two Bachelors degrees in Kinesiology and in Human Biology. In her over 25 years of clinical experience, she has had the privilege to work with a wide variety of foot and ankle patients, including professional athletes from organizations not limited to the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers.

She is the founder of Gait Happens, an education enterprise that is leading a paradigm shift in foot health education and intervention, offering innovative solutions to reclaim optimal foot function and training that optimizes gait mechanics. Through science-backed professional education, consumer training, personalized consultations with top-of-field practitioners, and cutting-edge protocols, Gait Happens empowers individuals worldwide to address foot and gait issues with research-based confidence and efficacy. With a focus on natural approaches and preventative measures, Gait Happens fosters a community dedicated to prioritizing foot health and overall well-being.

The Healthy Feet Alliance, is a pioneering initiative co-founded by Dr. Conley, which unites global practitioners committed to promoting natural footwear and preventing unnecessary surgical interventions. Through collaborative research, advocacy, and education, the alliance empowers individuals to prioritize foot health and embrace holistic approaches to foot care. The Healthy Feet Alliance serves as a beacon of knowledge and support, fostering a worldwide community dedicated to preserving and enhancing foot function for generations to come.

Beyond her pivotal roles at Gait Happens, Dr. Conley is Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance, premier healthcare destinations renowned for their comprehensive and personalized approach to patient care. With a team of rehabilitation-focused medical professionals, the THS companies deliver cutting-edge treatment and therapies to optimize foot and gait health and wellness. From preventive medicine to advanced diagnostic services, THS Clinic is steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the well-being of each patient it serves.

Dr. Conley’s global influence extends beyond her teaching and treating as she is an internationally recognized authority on foot mechanics and gait dynamics, captivating professional and consumer audiences alike through her comprehensive in-person and online lectures on foot function and strategies for mitigating foot and gait discomfort. Dr. Conley’s scholarly contributions encompass authorship, mentorship, educational program development, and the formulation of pioneering foot and gait methodologies and her private client list includes numerous professional teams, A-list celebrities, global experts in medical care and heads of state.

In Person Clinic: Total Health Solutions in Lakewood, CO 

Dr. Allison Riley, DPT

Salem, Massachusetts

Dr. Allison Riley has a passion for helping people recognize that movement is a powerful way to get and stay healthy, active, and happy.

She has had an interest in lower body injuries and gait since early in her career and excels in identifying the root cause of symptoms, and developing individualized and effective plans to help relieve symptoms and promote long term relief. She thrives as an educator and empowers her clients to understand their symptoms and take an active role in their recovery.

She specializes in lower extremity orthopedic injuries and conditions, as well as in women’s health and pelvic floor diagnoses, specifically lower extremity, foot, and gait dysfunction that may be contributing to pelvic health concerns.

In addition to virtual consultations for Gait Happens, Dr Riley owns and operates her own practice, Stride Physical Therapy & Wellness, where she treats in-person clients with general orthopedic and pelvic health diagnoses, as well as performance and injury prevention services.

Allison received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA and is an APTA Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics. She completed her BA in Exercise Science from Gettysburg College where she played NCAA level softball.

Additional Qualifications
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Herman Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute Level 1 Certified
Institute of Clinical Excellence Pregnant and Postpartum Athlete Certified 
Sole Switch Pro Course Developer / Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1 Instructor
Gait Guru Membership Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Clinical Meets Functional
Gait Foundations 

Watch Dr. Allison's Intro Video

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In person clinic: Dr. Riley holds office hours at Stride Physical Therapy & Wellness in Salem, Massachusetts

Got Questions?

Does the Pro Course include everything in the regular course?

Yes! The Sole Switch Pro includes everything taught in the regular course, but then expands deeper into the research and clinical applications of the shoe spectrum. We discuss specific diagnoses and assessments to utilize when making recommendations for your patients and clients.