Volume 26 - Issue 10 - October 2013
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09/26/2013
Robert George Smith, DPM, MSc, RPh, cPed, CPRS
Given the prevalence of phantom limb pain following amputation, this author explores the pathophysiology of such pain as well as pharmacologic and alternative treatments.
Given the prevalence of phantom limb pain following amputation, this author explores the pathophysiology of such pain as well as pharmacologic and alternative treatments.
Given the prevalence of phantom...
09/26/2013
Podiatry Today
Case Study
09/26/2013
Kent Feldman, DPM
This author discusses the case of a 63-year-old with forefoot pain, noting how a weightbearing computed tomography (CT) scan aided in her diagnosis by providing accurate measurements of the metatarsal heads.
This author discusses the case of a 63-year-old with forefoot pain, noting how a weightbearing computed tomography (CT) scan aided in her diagnosis by providing accurate measurements of the metatarsal heads.
This author discusses the case...
09/26/2013
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
09/24/2013
Patients who experience Achilles tendon ruptures face a high incidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) both before and following surgical treatment, according to a recent study in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Patients who experience Achilles tendon ruptures face a high incidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) both before and following surgical treatment, according to a recent study in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Patients who experience...
09/24/2013
Podiatry Today
Diabetes Watch
09/24/2013
Thomas S. Roukis, DPM, PhD, FACFAS; Sara L. Borkosky, DPM, AACFAS
Diabetes mellitus with peripheral sensory neuropathy and the associated increased risk of ulceration continue to be growing issues in today’s society.1-28 Peak ambulatory forces occur about the first ray, creating a cycle of stresses,...
Diabetes mellitus with peripheral sensory neuropathy and the associated increased risk of ulceration continue to be growing issues in today’s society.1-28 Peak ambulatory forces occur about the first ray, creating a cycle of stresses,...
Diabetes mellitus with...
09/24/2013
Podiatry Today
Orthotics Q&A
09/17/2013
Joseph C. D'Amico, DPM
These expert panelists share their approach to limb length discrepancies and the roles that orthotics and orthotic modifications can play in addressing these discrepancies. They also offer pearls on conservative care for Morton’s syndrome.
These expert panelists share their approach to limb length discrepancies and the roles that orthotics and orthotic modifications can play in addressing these discrepancies. They also offer pearls on conservative care for Morton’s syndrome.
These expert panelists share...
09/17/2013
Podiatry Today
Dermatology Diagnosis
09/25/2013
Myron A. Bodman, DPM
The last new patient of the clinic session presented in moderate distress with extremely pruritic legs. She was 74 years old and accompanied by her husband. The patient complained of swollen legs and itchy sores that had failed to resolve...
The last new patient of the clinic session presented in moderate distress with extremely pruritic legs. She was 74 years old and accompanied by her husband. The patient complained of swollen legs and itchy sores that had failed to resolve...
The last new patient of the...
09/25/2013
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09/25/2013
William D. Fishco, DPM, MS, FACFAS
There are many procedures for hallux valgus and there are varying definitions of what constitutes a successful procedure. Accordingly, this author examines why bunionectomies fail, expounds on pertinent factors that impact healing and reduce...
There are many procedures for hallux valgus and there are varying definitions of what constitutes a successful procedure. Accordingly, this author examines why bunionectomies fail, expounds on pertinent factors that impact healing and reduce...
There are many procedures for...
09/25/2013
Podiatry Today
09/25/2013
Douglas Richie, Jr., DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM; Jeffrey Cade Christensen, DPM, FACFAS
Yes. Jeffrey C. Christensen, DPM, FACFAS, has found that custom dynamic ankle-foot orthotics (AFOs) can be helpful in addressing underlying proprioceptive deficits in patients at risk for falls and identifies key factors in assessing and...
Yes. Jeffrey C. Christensen, DPM, FACFAS, has found that custom dynamic ankle-foot orthotics (AFOs) can be helpful in addressing underlying proprioceptive deficits in patients at risk for falls and identifies key factors in assessing and...
Yes. Jeffrey C. Christensen,...
09/25/2013
Podiatry Today
09/25/2013
Crystal L. Ramanujam, DPM, MSc, FACFAS; Thomas Zgonis, DPM, FACFAS; John J. Stapleton, DPM, FACFAS
Combining a thorough review of the literature with insights from their surgical experience, these authors assess the role of external fixation and offer recommendations in procedure selection for addressing deformities in patients with...
Combining a thorough review of the literature with insights from their surgical experience, these authors assess the role of external fixation and offer recommendations in procedure selection for addressing deformities in patients with...
Combining a thorough review of...
09/25/2013
Podiatry Today
09/26/2013
Eric Fuller, DPM
Testing the muscles of the lower extremity can provide valuable diagnostic insight for physicians. Accordingly, this author reviews the basic physiology of muscles as well as pertinent biomechanical principles to provide a practical guide to...
Testing the muscles of the lower extremity can provide valuable diagnostic insight for physicians. Accordingly, this author reviews the basic physiology of muscles as well as pertinent biomechanical principles to provide a practical guide to...
Testing the muscles of the...
09/26/2013
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