Volume 26 - Issue 9 - September 2013
Online Exclusive
08/22/2013
Michael DeBrule, DPM
This author offers pearls on how measuring the ankle brachial index (ABI) can facilitate the accurate diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and help salvage limbs.
This author offers pearls on how measuring the ankle brachial index (ABI) can facilitate the accurate diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and help salvage limbs.
This author offers pearls on...
08/22/2013
Podiatry Today
Case Study
08/22/2013
John D. Mozena, DPM, FACFAS, PC; Paul Clint Jones, DPM
Utilizing a couple of illuminating case studies, these authors look at the role improper shoe gear can play in compressive neuropathy and discuss treatment options.
Utilizing a couple of illuminating case studies, these authors look at the role improper shoe gear can play in compressive neuropathy and discuss treatment options.
Utilizing a couple of...
08/22/2013
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
08/15/2013
Patients with diabetes can be at risk for re-ulceration, making prevention a top priority. A recent study in the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association notes that custom orthotics can reduce plantar pressures and prevent...
Patients with diabetes can be at risk for re-ulceration, making prevention a top priority. A recent study in the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association notes that custom orthotics can reduce plantar pressures and prevent...
Patients with diabetes can be...
08/15/2013
Podiatry Today
Diabetes Watch
08/20/2013
Ryan H. Fitzgerald, DPM, FACFAS
It is estimated that greater than 26 million Americans — over 8 percent of the total population — suffer from diabetes and the literature demonstrates that nearly 25 percent of patients with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer at some point...
It is estimated that greater than 26 million Americans — over 8 percent of the total population — suffer from diabetes and the literature demonstrates that nearly 25 percent of patients with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer at some point...
It is estimated that greater...
08/20/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
08/20/2013
Michelle L. Butterworth, DPM, FACFAS
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy, first described in 1975, is a lateral column lengthening procedure that preserves the calcaneocuboid joint.1 This laterally based opening wedge osteotomy is historically known to provide transverse plane...
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy, first described in 1975, is a lateral column lengthening procedure that preserves the calcaneocuboid joint.1 This laterally based opening wedge osteotomy is historically known to provide transverse plane...
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy,...
08/20/2013
Podiatry Today
Q&A
08/20/2013
Kazu Suzuki, DPM, CWS
Offering insights on dressing dispensing and obtaining a level of debridement with dressings, these panelists also share their thoughts on wounds ranging from deep tunneling wounds to infected ulcerations in the lower extremity.
Offering insights on dressing dispensing and obtaining a level of debridement with dressings, these panelists also share their thoughts on wounds ranging from deep tunneling wounds to infected ulcerations in the lower extremity.
Offering insights on dressing...
08/20/2013
Podiatry Today
08/20/2013
Jordan P. Day, DPM; James D. Sills-Powell, DPM; Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS
First metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) arthrodesis has shown effective results for stages III and IV hallux rigidus as it can help restore normal foot function and has high patient satisfaction. Accordingly, these authors offer a guide to...
First metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) arthrodesis has shown effective results for stages III and IV hallux rigidus as it can help restore normal foot function and has high patient satisfaction. Accordingly, these authors offer a guide to...
First metatarsophalangeal joint...
08/20/2013
Podiatry Today
08/21/2013
Kevin A. Kirby, DPM, MS; Nicholas A. Campitelli, DPM, FACFAS
Significant advance. Noting a lack of evidence support for traditional running shoes with elevated cushioned heels, Nicholas A. Campitelli, DPM, FACFAS, says the wider toe box of minimalist shoes and a gradual transition of running form can...
Significant advance. Noting a lack of evidence support for traditional running shoes with elevated cushioned heels, Nicholas A. Campitelli, DPM, FACFAS, says the wider toe box of minimalist shoes and a gradual transition of running form can...
Significant advance. Noting a...
08/21/2013
Podiatry Today
08/21/2013
Alan R. Catanzariti, DPM, FACFAS; Robert W. Mendicino, DPM, FACFAS; Phillip E. Richardson, DPM; Brian T. Dix, DPM; Adebola T. Adeleke, DPM; John M. Baca, DPM
Given the adjunctive potential of orthobiologics in facilitating bone healing, these authors offer a closer look at osteoconductive agents such as calcium sulfate and osteoinductive agents such as PRP and demineralized bone matrix, and the...
Given the adjunctive potential of orthobiologics in facilitating bone healing, these authors offer a closer look at osteoconductive agents such as calcium sulfate and osteoinductive agents such as PRP and demineralized bone matrix, and the...
Given the adjunctive potential...
08/21/2013
Podiatry Today
08/21/2013
Terrence M. Philbin, DO; Jeffrey E. McAlister, DPM, FACFAS
Given the subtle nature of peroneal tendon subluxation or instability, these authors discuss the pathoanatomy of the condition, keys to diagnosis and emerging insights on surgical management.
Given the subtle nature of peroneal tendon subluxation or instability, these authors discuss the pathoanatomy of the condition, keys to diagnosis and emerging insights on surgical management.
Given the subtle nature of...
08/21/2013
Podiatry Today
