Volume 30 - Issue 6 - June 2017
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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
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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
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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
Forum
05/24/2017
George F. Wallace, DPM, MBA
I’m writing this reflection at 35,000 feet, winging my way cross-country after attending an excellent clinical conference. For the sake of not being too specific, let’s just say it was sponsored by an academic health science center. There...
I’m writing this reflection at 35,000 feet, winging my way cross-country after attending an excellent clinical conference. For the sake of not being too specific, let’s just say it was sponsored by an academic health science center. There...
I’m writing this reflection at...
05/24/2017
Podiatry Today
Industry News
05/24/2017
A More Comfortable Voyage
Several components in a new orthotic make for a more comfortable walking experience for patients.
The Voyager topcover consists of SmartTech, which provides thermal comfort, cools feet and controls odor, according...
A More Comfortable Voyage
Several components in a new orthotic make for a more comfortable walking experience for patients.
The Voyager topcover consists of SmartTech, which provides thermal comfort, cools feet and controls odor, according...
A More Comfortable...
05/24/2017
Podiatry Today
Practice Builders
05/24/2017
Andrew Schneider, DPM
It is 2017 and by now every podiatric physician and surgeon should have a website. There are no exceptions or excuses. If you do not yet have a website for your practice, stop reading immediately, call one of the reputable web companies in...
It is 2017 and by now every podiatric physician and surgeon should have a website. There are no exceptions or excuses. If you do not yet have a website for your practice, stop reading immediately, call one of the reputable web companies in...
It is 2017 and by now every...
05/24/2017
Podiatry Today
Sports Medicine
05/24/2017
Timothy Dutra, DPM, MS, MHCA, FAAPSM, FACSM
Treating children can be a fun, challenging and very important part of your practice. Many factors, including psychosocial, physical and emotional differences, come into play when treating pediatric patients. Most of us can identify with the...
Treating children can be a fun, challenging and very important part of your practice. Many factors, including psychosocial, physical and emotional differences, come into play when treating pediatric patients. Most of us can identify with the...
Treating children can be a fun,...
05/24/2017
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
Feature
05/22/2017
Alona Kashanian, DPM; Eric Feit, DPM, FACFAS; Jonah Feit
Given the increasing popularity of tennis, more and more players will present with injuries to the heel, Achilles and ankle. These authors offer expertise on the mechanics of injury as well as exercises you can recommend to players for their...
Given the increasing popularity of tennis, more and more players will present with injuries to the heel, Achilles and ankle. These authors offer expertise on the mechanics of injury as well as exercises you can recommend to players for their...
Given the increasing popularity...
05/22/2017
Podiatry Today
Feature
05/22/2017
Brandon Tucker, DPM; Keith D. Cook, DPM, FACFAS
Trauma to the nails and toes can result from various injuries and accidents with complications ranging from onycholysis to amputation. Accordingly, these authors offer pearls on short- and long-term treatment of lower extremity trauma...
Trauma to the nails and toes can result from various injuries and accidents with complications ranging from onycholysis to amputation. Accordingly, these authors offer pearls on short- and long-term treatment of lower extremity trauma...
Trauma to the nails and toes can...
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
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
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
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
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
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