Volume 22 - Issue 8 - August 2009
Online Exclusive
07/27/2009
Allen Mark Jacobs, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA
Given the challenges of hospital-acquired strains as well as the emergence of community-acquired strains of MRSA, this author discusses clinical, practical and medicolegal aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of this condition.
Given the challenges of hospital-acquired strains as well as the emergence of community-acquired strains of MRSA, this author discusses clinical, practical and medicolegal aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of this condition.
Given the challenges of...
07/27/2009
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
07/28/2009
Online Poll Examines Vascular Workup For Patients With Diabetes
By Lauren Grant, Editorial Assistant
Slightly more than one-third of podiatrists surveyed in a recent online poll said they refer 10 to 20 percent of their patients with...
Online Poll Examines Vascular Workup For Patients With Diabetes
By Lauren Grant, Editorial Assistant
Slightly more than one-third of podiatrists surveyed in a recent online poll said they refer 10 to 20 percent of their patients with...
Online Poll Examines Vascular...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
Diabetes Watch
07/28/2009
Melissa L. Adams, DPM
Reportedly 23.6 million individuals in the United States (or 8 percent of the American population) are affected by diabetes.1 Many of those with diabetes will develop related comorbidities such as microvascular pathology in the retina,...
Reportedly 23.6 million individuals in the United States (or 8 percent of the American population) are affected by diabetes.1 Many of those with diabetes will develop related comorbidities such as microvascular pathology in the retina,...
Reportedly 23.6 million...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
Orthotics Q&A
07/28/2009
In addition to discussing the most common problems they see with orthosis irritation and how they remedy these issues, the expert panelists weigh in on two recent studies and their potential impact.
Q: What is the most common orthosis...
In addition to discussing the most common problems they see with orthosis irritation and how they remedy these issues, the expert panelists weigh in on two recent studies and their potential impact.
Q: What is the most common orthosis...
In addition to discussing the...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
07/28/2009
Brian McCurdy
Our annual roundup of innovations offers a closer look at an emerging ex-fix device, a laser that might be helpful in treating onychomycosis, and a variety of modalities that may facilitate optimal outcomes in wound care. For these bright...
Our annual roundup of innovations offers a closer look at an emerging ex-fix device, a laser that might be helpful in treating onychomycosis, and a variety of modalities that may facilitate optimal outcomes in wound care. For these bright...
Our annual roundup of...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
07/28/2009
Karolina S. Varnay, DPM; Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS
Given the common nature of adult-acquired flatfoot, these authors offer a closer look at the use of popular orthoses and braces in managing the various stages of flatfoot secondary to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction.
A wide assortment...
Given the common nature of adult-acquired flatfoot, these authors offer a closer look at the use of popular orthoses and braces in managing the various stages of flatfoot secondary to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction.
A wide assortment...
Given the common nature of...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
07/28/2009
John S. Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS; Paul J. Kim, DPM, MS, FACFAS; Ryan H. Fitzgerald, DPM, FACFAS
While bioengineered alternative tissue (BAT) products show promise in the management of complicated lower extremity ulcerations, the variety of these emerging modalities can lead to confusion on appropriate indications and proper use....
While bioengineered alternative tissue (BAT) products show promise in the management of complicated lower extremity ulcerations, the variety of these emerging modalities can lead to confusion on appropriate indications and proper use....
While bioengineered alternative...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
07/28/2009
Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS; Neal M. Blitz, DPM, FACFAS
Yes. Neal Blitz, DPM says the lateral release is a common component of bunion surgery as it aids in bunion correction and assists with reduction of the intermetatarsal angle when surgeons combine this procedure with structural realignment of...
Yes. Neal Blitz, DPM says the lateral release is a common component of bunion surgery as it aids in bunion correction and assists with reduction of the intermetatarsal angle when surgeons combine this procedure with structural realignment of...
Yes. Neal Blitz, DPM says the...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
Sports Medicine
07/28/2009
John F. Connors, DPM; Ana J. Sanz, DPM
Many runners will consult a sports podiatrist for their lower extremity injuries. It is very important to have an understanding of lower extremity biomechanics and the mechanism behind running injuries. Surrounding yourself with other...
Many runners will consult a sports podiatrist for their lower extremity injuries. It is very important to have an understanding of lower extremity biomechanics and the mechanism behind running injuries. Surrounding yourself with other...
Many runners will consult a...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
07/28/2009
Lynn Homisak, PRT, CHC
Managing staff members can add to the challenges that already exist in a busy podiatric practice. This author draws upon her experience to help resolve common issues such as conflicts over staff responsibilities and salary issues....
Managing staff members can add to the challenges that already exist in a busy podiatric practice. This author draws upon her experience to help resolve common issues such as conflicts over staff responsibilities and salary issues....
Managing staff members can add...
07/28/2009
Podiatry Today
