Dr Muhammad (Mo) Maarj
PhD, B Pod, M APodA
Sports Podiatrist
· Vice Chair (previously Chair) of the Australian Paediatric Podiatry group
· Principal consultant Podiatrist at Narrabeen Sports Medicine
· Previous contingent consultant at The Children’s Hospital Westmead
Memberships:
· Member of the Australian Podiatry Association
· Member of Sports Medicine Australia
· Member of the Ehlers-Danlos Society International Consortium
· Previous Official consultant Podiatrist for the Manly Sea Eagles
With a decade of experience in sports podiatry and a passion for transformative patient care, Dr. Mo blends clinical excellence, groundbreaking research, and a collaborative approach to help people of all ages move with confidence. His journey began at Charles Sturt University, where he trained in Podiatric Medicine and honed his skills through hands-on international placements in Singapore and London.
As a leader in the field, Dr. Mo holds a PhD from Newcastle University, where his pioneering research focused on improving outcomes for children with hypermobility. His dedication to advancing podiatric knowledge doesn’t stop there—he actively contributes to global conversations as Chair of the Australian Paediatric Podiatry Group and a key member of the Ehlers-Danlos Society International Consortium. Through monthly collaborations with experts worldwide and multiple peer-reviewed publications, he stays at the forefront of treatments for hypermobility and connective tissue disorders.
Specializing in custom foot and ankle orthotics, including the innovative Riche Brace, Dr. Mo provides life-changing solutions for conditions like drop foot, posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, and chronic ankle instability. His expertise extends beyond the clinic as a sought-after educator, teaching courses in sports podiatry and biomechanics while mentoring fellow practitioners. Recognized for his insights, he was invited to speak at the 2022 EDS International Conference in Rome and recently 2025 at the Gold Coast Australian podiatry conference, where he shared cutting-edge approaches to podiatric management.
At the heart of his practice is a commitment to teamwork. Leading his clinic with a focus on excellence, Dr. Mo works side-by-side with colleagues Michael and Aymen, fostering a culture of learning and precision in biomechanics. He also collaborates seamlessly with physiotherapists, sports physicians, and orthopaedic surgeons at Narrabeen Sports Medicine Centre, ensuring every patient benefits from comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Mo enjoys playing football with the Manly Vale and cherishes traveling with his wife and son Malik to visit family in Iraq and the UAE.
For more information, visit hardingpodiatry.com.au
Read Mo’s PhD thesis: Assessment and management of children and adolescents with symptomatic hypermobility