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  1. pastel
    Do you have contact details to register for these classes or do students just turn up on the day? Thanks
  2. pastel
    Is this still for sale? My dd needs one. Thanks
  3. pastel
    I can't find it. Are you able to send the link please, or is the auction finished? My dd found this, is looking for a tutu and has LOVED having Jane Devine as a teacher, so she is now on a mission to see the tutu.
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    I contacted the developer and have pasted her reply here: "Most commonly bone spurs occur when the body tries to repair itself from damage from local inflammation, arthritis or tendonitis. The damage could potentially be caused by dancing en pointe. EPOs silicone absorb the energy from dancing en pointe due to their consistency/shore strength as well as distribute the weight more evenly across a greater area decreasing the likelihood of damage in that area. EPO is also willing to subsidise the actual product (not the fitting process as this is up to the individual fitter) if a dancer is not able to afford them. This can be done by emailing EPO at admin@enpointeorthotics.com.au with your specific circumstances and the name of the EPO fitter you will be going through."
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    I contacted the developer of the inserts about your question and her answer is pasted below. The medical association which endorses the pouches is International Association for Dance Medicine and Science. I have also added a copy of an endorsement by a foot surgeon to my webpage. http://www.breeze.pics/enpointe-orthotics Myfanwy Fish reply: "The fitting process takes training and practice which for the fitters is costly and ongoing. This in itself increases the cost to the consumer. We are always looking at how the costs can be kept at a minimum. Many comments that I have received include “what price to you put on the health of my daughters feet”. As well as our guarantee (if the fitters wants to partake - see below), EPO is also willing to subsidise the actual product (not the fitting process as this is up to the individual fitter) if a dancer is not able to afford them. This can be done by emailing EPO at admin@enpointeorthotics.com.au with your specific circumstances and the name of the EPO fitter you will be going through. EPO uses a specific shore strength silicone for flexibility and absorption of energy while do it yourself brands silicone is much harder and less flexible. Even an experienced fitter has unsatisfactory results by using the ‘do it yourself’ product. I’ve tried it on a couple of occasions."
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    Hi LinMM, I would need to see the foot in question, or at least a photograph to answer that properly. Are you asking for a dancer who will continue to dance en pointe, or for a 'retired' dancer who seeks comfort in regular shoes. The inserts have been used in regular shoes as well as to make high heels more comfortable. I'm happy to have a look at pictures - you can message me privately.
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    PupsMum, yes, I agree with your analogy of the progress of technology for other sports. I think it is really important for us as parents to consider the health and long term impacts of ballet on our kids. Not only pointe work, but over-stretching, dangerous dieting etc. There are some things which are preventable or it is at least possible to reduce the risks and long term effects on their bodies if we educate our young dancers.
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    No you don't have to replace them with every new pair. They are best fitted in a new pair if possible, and it is always essential to fit new pointe shoes with the pouches, just as you would normally take any padding for a pointe shoe fitting. My daughter has been refitted in several different brands and styles of pointe shoes with the same pair of Enpointe Orthotics. It is possible to increase pointe shoe size slightly and keep the same pair of EPOs, but it wouldn't work to go down a size in pointe shoes. When the foot is growing, it is eventually necessary to have a new pair of EPOs but not for every shoe size change.
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    Regarding padding. I know there are many strong view points on this topic and schools and individual teachers have their own opinions and rules they impose. But, to clarify a little about the pouches; there is very little material under the toes (where they touch the floor when the dancer is standing flat). They are designed so the dancer can feel the floor easily and the material is flexible and designed so the dancer can fully move through demi-pointe.
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    I shall contact the developer and get back to you about the bone spurs. For a dancer who is not experiencing blisters or pain, they are beneficial because they keep the toes aligned which in turn helps the dancer to keep their feet, ankles and legs in alignment. The pouches will not cure a bunion, but they will prevent the condition from worsening. When fitting the material, the first step is to have the toes in alignment and create a custom toe-separator which will fill the space in the pointe shoe, preventing the big toe from being squashed against the other toes in the pointe shoe.
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    The developers of the Enpointe Orthotics have discussed the differences between their product and a similar DIY product. I shall contact them and ask them to send me the explanation. I do know that the fitting process is very important and DIY would not be a good option. Each foot is assessed and there is quite an in-depth discussion with the dancer before forming the material to suit the particular requirements of the client. There are also differences in the material, but again, I will need to clarify that with the developer as well as get back to you on the endorsement by medical bodies. I'm hesitant to quote the name of the body without confirming.
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    As 'thewinelake' suggested, they definitely help with bunions and distribute the weight more evenly on the toes. The even distribution helps with balance and pain prevention. My daughter was experiencing unbearable pain in both of her big toes, when she had her pair fitted, the fitter didn't pad under the big toe at all. DD was quite disturbed and concerned because she thought she needed padding in that area. The fitter explained that if she supported the area below the other toes, that would take the pressure off the big toe and alleviate the pain. She was thrilled with the results and can now dance en pointe for hours without pain. They also prevent blisters on/around the toe area. DD used to have terrible blisters on her toes but doesn't have any now. The link below gives information about how they work to prevent things such as bone spurs, toenail damage, stress fractures etc. http://enpointeorthotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/enpointe_brochure_5000_PROOF.pdf
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    Hi Peanut68, no, sadly they can't be remoulded, it would be wonderful if they could magically grow with the person's foot. The material is a two part mixture which is moulded around the foot and then sets to form a durable pouch. They will fit the foot until the person grows into a new size of pointe shoe. Once the foot stops growing, they last a lot longer. Yes, it would be great to have a connection with vocational schools, hopefully by having an information session, people will know more about the product and spread the word. As yet, it is new to the UK and pretty much unknown.
  14. pastel
    Yes, thewinelake, they are wonderful! They've saved my daughter's feet
  15. pastel
    I will be giving a demonstration and information talk at Dancique - Birmingham. Please come along! Enpointe Orthotics - customised pointe shoe pouches fitting demonstration and information session 4pm Saturday 21st November 2015 at Dancique 82 Bristol Street, Southside, Birmingham En Pointe Orthotics is an innovative, flexible, fully custom made silicone insert, worn inside the box of a pointe shoe. En Pointe Orthotics have been researched, developed and refined through substantial trials, working with dancers, teachers and in association and in consultation with medical specialists. Recommended retail price is £189, we are offering an introductory price of £135 for a limited time. Please contact Bernadette Meyers ph 07935 046 566, info@ballerini.dance, www.ballerini.dance for more information or view the En Pointe Orthotics website www.enpointeorthotics.com.au to learn more about these new inserts which make pointe work safer and more comfortable for dancers.
  16. pastel
    Hi, I will be giving a demonstration and information talk about Enpointe Orthotics, custom pointe shoe pouches at Dancique store in Birmingham. The demonstration is for a product for sale. Is it appropriate to place a post under "For Sale" since this is technically 'commercial' rather than personal? Here is the information I would like to post: Enpointe Orthotics - customised pointe shoe pouches fitting demonstration and information session 4pm Saturday 21st November 2015 at Dancique 82 Bristol Street, Southside, Birmingham En Pointe Orthotics is an innovative, flexible, fully custom made silicone insert, worn inside the box of a pointe shoe. En Pointe Orthotics have been researched, developed and refined through substantial trials, working with dancers, teachers and in association and in consultation with medical specialists. Recommended retail price is £189, we are offering an introductory price of £135 for a limited time. Please contact Bernadette Meyers ph 07935 046 566, info@ballerini.dance, www.ballerini.dance for more information or view the En Pointe Orthotics website www.enpointeorthotics.com.au to learn more about these new inserts which make pointe work safer and more comfortable for dancers. Could you please let me know if it is ok to post this and which section to put it? Thanks
  17. pastel
    Is anyone around at pick up time? There are lots of parents, but I'm never sure who speaks English. DD is having a wonderful time - says it is the best summer school ever!
  18. pastel
    A young dance photographer - Dani Bower has just launched a new magazine called The Dancer. http://issuu.com/thedancer/docs/__the_dancer_magazine It is online only and is filled with interesting articles and loads of dance photography. She has done an amazing job pulling it all together for the first issue.
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    I think it is exciting news for her and wish her all the best. She and her family have chosen a different training route - not one I would choose or could afford to choose for my dd but I admire them for having the courage to be different and do what they think is best for their family. Personally, I think the world was a more peaceful place without all the social media but we have to accept that this is the 21st century and it is the culture our teens live in. From what I've seen of her, she is a beautiful dancer and an extremely hard worker. I think that work ethic will serve her well no matter what roles she is given over the next few years. I look forward to watching her dance live and see how her career pans out.
  20. pastel
    That's interesting, I shall talk to him and see what he thinks. It is just one of those times when you see someone's amazing talent and think it could be enjoyed by more people with a bit of research on his part. Thanks!
  21. pastel
    Hi, I've spent some time chatting with a costume designer/maker who creates costumes for a ballet company. He could make excellent tutus and other costumes for students for competitions but when I suggested it, he said he hasn't because he wouldn't know where to find the customers. Does anyone know the going rate for tutus and where he could let people know about his work? They are such gorgeous costumes, I thought it was worth asking for some advice from the people here. Thanks in advance
  22. pastel
    We have the same issue! Just ordered 2 pairs from Pointeshoe.com. You could try them, the gentleman on the phone was very helpful. They were very low on stock for the same reason. I'm also waiting on 2 pairs from dance365. Don't think I'll order from there again because I had problems last time and these shoes are promised in about a week. Good luck.
  23. pastel
    No reply yet. I think the initial email said they would email early March after the acceptance deadline.
  24. pastel
    Thank you LinMM and Swanprincess - she is still euphoric!
  25. pastel
    Thank you! It has been so lovely having the support of people on this forum. The wait for answers seems so long and it is comforting having others out there waiting too and sharing in everyone's joy and disappointments.
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