Volume 30 - Issue 6 - June 2017
News and Trends
05/16/2017
Podiatry Today
Orthotics Q&A
05/09/2017
Robert Eckles, DPM, MPH
In a continuing discussion of pediatric orthotics, these expert panelists delve into casting children for orthoses, the use of ankle foot orthotics (AFOs) and when to replace or discontinue orthotic devices.
Q:
What fundamental differences...
In a continuing discussion of pediatric orthotics, these expert panelists delve into casting children for orthoses, the use of ankle foot orthotics (AFOs) and when to replace or discontinue orthotic devices.
Q:
What fundamental differences...
In a continuing discussion of...
05/09/2017
Podiatry Today
Online Exclusive
05/31/2017
Kevin A. Kirby, DPM, MS
This author takes a critical look at recent kinematics research, which questions established tenets of Root biomechanics.
This author takes a critical look at recent kinematics research, which questions established tenets of Root biomechanics.
This author takes a critical...
05/31/2017
Podiatry Today
Online Exclusive
05/31/2017
Bradly W. Bussewitz, DPM, FACFAS
Noting the medial double fusion can be a viable treatment for patients with severe valgus, this author explores using the procedure in a 62-year-old patient with bilateral flexible flatfoot.
Arthrodesis of the subtalar joint and...
Noting the medial double fusion can be a viable treatment for patients with severe valgus, this author explores using the procedure in a 62-year-old patient with bilateral flexible flatfoot.
Arthrodesis of the subtalar joint and...
Noting the medial double fusion...
05/31/2017
Podiatry Today
Online Exclusive
05/31/2017
Michael B. Canales, DPM, FACFAS; Ashley M. Mandela, DPM; Joshua Fisher, DPM; Bradly Benson, DPM; Gurneet Khangura, DPM
These authors discuss the versatility and unique properties of carbon fiber for fixation in various types of foot and ankle surgery.
These authors discuss the versatility and unique properties of carbon fiber for fixation in various types of foot and ankle surgery.
These authors discuss the...
05/31/2017
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/24/2017
Edwin J. Harris, DPM, FACFAS
Given the challenges of treating talipes equinovarus, this author offers a closer look at the evolution of the Ponseti method, keys to successful treatment, pertinent factors that contribute to adverse results and proactive steps to reduce...
Given the challenges of treating talipes equinovarus, this author offers a closer look at the evolution of the Ponseti method, keys to successful treatment, pertinent factors that contribute to adverse results and proactive steps to reduce...
Given the challenges of treating...
05/24/2017
Podiatry Today
Diabetes Watch
05/19/2017
David Swain, DPM, CWSP
As the diabetic population continues to grow larger and older in the United States, more patients with diabetes will be in need of end-of-life care.
As the diabetic population continues to grow larger and older in the United States, more patients with diabetes will be in need of end-of-life care.
As the diabetic population...
05/19/2017
Podiatry Today
Dermatology Diagnosis
05/19/2017
Melissa Chrisman, DPM; William D. Fishco, DPM, MS, FACFAS
A 46-year-old female patient presented to the Maricopa Medical Center Emergency Department in Phoenix with the complaint of multiple painful sores on her right foot that drain occasionally. She reported having problems with her foot for the...
A 46-year-old female patient presented to the Maricopa Medical Center Emergency Department in Phoenix with the complaint of multiple painful sores on her right foot that drain occasionally. She reported having problems with her foot for the...
A 46-year-old female patient...
05/19/2017
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/22/2017
Brent Fuerbringer, DPM; Peter Hordyk, DPM; Thomas S. Roukis, DPM, PhD, FACFAS
Can intramedullary implants help improve outcomes with hammertoe repair? These authors discuss the advantages of these implants and offer pearls on reducing the risk of complications.
Can intramedullary implants help improve outcomes with hammertoe repair? These authors discuss the advantages of these implants and offer pearls on reducing the risk of complications.
Can intramedullary implants help...
05/22/2017
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/22/2017
Tracey C. Vlahovic, DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg)
When is it appropriate to use punch or shave biopsies for dermatologic conditions? This author takes a closer look at the utility of these biopsy methods and more, offering pearls on technique, preparation and biopsying pigmented lesions.
When is it appropriate to use punch or shave biopsies for dermatologic conditions? This author takes a closer look at the utility of these biopsy methods and more, offering pearls on technique, preparation and biopsying pigmented lesions.
When is it appropriate to use...
05/22/2017
Podiatry Today
