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Foot care practices in those with lymphoedema

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

A survey on foot care practices among filarial lymphoedema patients in Orissa, India. Bontha VB, Abhay NN, Anna SK. Trop Biomed. 2007 Dec;24(2):7-14. The study is to investigate the foot care practices among filarial lymphoedema patients, which is relevant to … Continue reading →

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Foot orthoses for unstable feet

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

Hi. I have one interesting/a bit challenging case. 78 yrs old patient with midfoot break (unilateral) and compensatory extensor/flexor muscle imbalance, leading to lesser MTPJs subluxation. Surgeon sent referral letter to me to make foot orthoses – functional and accommodative … Continue reading →

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Talar Peroneal Syndrome

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

Dear Colleagues, I am trying to source a key article in the diagnosis and management of this condition. Does anyone have a copy? M LeBendig and J Russell (1977) Talar peroneal syndrome. The common condition uncommonly diagnosed. Journal of the … Continue reading →

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Fate of Obamacare under President Trump

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

From Scientific American: How Quickly Could Obamacare Be Erased? The question now is what provisions may survive and when the death knell of the others will sound.Click to expand…

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AmnioFix (amniotic membrance) injections for plantar fasciitis

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

In the thread on clinical trials update, this was posted: Comparative Study of Amniotic Membrane Injectable in the Treatment of Recalcitrant Plantar Fasciitis The purpose of this study is to determine whether the AmnioFix…Click to expand… Click to expand… AmnioFix … Continue reading →

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Clinical Trials Updates

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

The registration of clinical trials prior to the start of a clinical trial is now extremely important part of the protocol. Here is a statement from International Committee of Medical Journal Editors on Clinical trial Registration Altruism and trust lie … Continue reading →

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Cholesterol level in non-insertional Achilles tendonopathy

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

Cholesterol level in non-insertional Achilles tendonopathy Dishan Singh The Foot; Article in Press Highlights •What is already known. •Familial hypercholesterolaemis is a treatable disorder if diagnosed early. •Patients with familial hypercholesterolaemia may present with Achilles tendon pain….Click to expand… Cholesterol … Continue reading →

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Failure to diagnose 10+ years chronic heel pain right foot

Posted on December 5, 2016 by admin

32 year-old M 5’11 168lbs, athletic (18% BMI), no history of illness, (pain limits mobility and causes gait/stride issues that now affect knee and left lower back) 1. Where does it hurt? Bottom of Right Heel slightly medial of center. … Continue reading →

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Running Economy and Foot Strike Pattern

Posted on December 4, 2016 by admin

When I first caught the title of this ‘study’ my initial reaction was add it to the massive pile of backlogged articles that I need to comment on! I have litigated the running economy and foot strike and shoe type … Continue reading →

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I know it is only a pilot study, but …. injuries in minimalist runners

Posted on December 4, 2016 by admin

You know its never going to be a very good day when you check your alerts over breakfast and this turns up: Self-Reported Minimalist Running Injury Incidence and Severity: A Pilot Study Katrina Ostermann, DO; Lance Ridpath, MS; Jandy B. … Continue reading →

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