Volume 22 - Issue 11 - November 2009
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10/28/2009
While there are varied modalities available to help manage stubborn wounds, this author suggests that electrical stimulation may play an adjunctive role. Accordingly, he reviews the current literature, theories and practical application of...
While there are varied modalities available to help manage stubborn wounds, this author suggests that electrical stimulation may play an adjunctive role. Accordingly, he reviews the current literature, theories and practical application of...
While there are varied...
10/28/2009
Podiatry Today
10/26/2009
Given the challenges of stump neuromas in the foot, this author offers insights on the etiology, conservative management and surgical options such as nerve capping and transplantation.
The stump neuroma is a natural and expected occurrence...
Given the challenges of stump neuromas in the foot, this author offers insights on the etiology, conservative management and surgical options such as nerve capping and transplantation.
The stump neuroma is a natural and expected occurrence...
Given the challenges of stump...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
10/26/2009
Given that calcaneal apophysitis is a common cause of heel pain in children, this author reviews the literature and offers insights on the etiology of the condition, the diagnostic workup and pertinent treatment pearls.
Given that calcaneal apophysitis is a common cause of heel pain in children, this author reviews the literature and offers insights on the etiology of the condition, the diagnostic workup and pertinent treatment pearls.
Given that calcaneal apophysitis...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
10/26/2009
Yes. Lowell Weil Jr., DPM, MBA, FACFAS cites emerging research on low-energy ESWT and says it can be a cost-effective treatment for plantar fasciitis and other conditions.
When musculoskeletal extracorporeal shockwave (ESWT) was...
Yes. Lowell Weil Jr., DPM, MBA, FACFAS cites emerging research on low-energy ESWT and says it can be a cost-effective treatment for plantar fasciitis and other conditions.
When musculoskeletal extracorporeal shockwave (ESWT) was...
Yes. Lowell Weil Jr., DPM,...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
Column
Forum
10/26/2009
Everyone knows that part of the job description of being a podiatrist is dealing with people. Oftentimes, the first thing that comes to mind is being able to interact with patients.
However, as members of the comprehensive healthcare...
Everyone knows that part of the job description of being a podiatrist is dealing with people. Oftentimes, the first thing that comes to mind is being able to interact with patients.
However, as members of the comprehensive healthcare...
Everyone knows that part of...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
Industry News
10/26/2009
Making An Early Diagnosis
Are you looking for a way to facilitate a quick diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
Look no further than the Revo® 1100 Peripheral Vascular Diagnostic system, which has recently been enhanced with...
Making An Early Diagnosis
Are you looking for a way to facilitate a quick diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
Look no further than the Revo® 1100 Peripheral Vascular Diagnostic system, which has recently been enhanced with...
Making An Early Diagnosis
Are...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
10/26/2009
The management of posterior heel pain can be a perplexing diagnostic and therapeutic problem. The differential diagnosis is extensive and even the skilled clinician can experience difficulty establishing an accurate diagnosis. Of the...
The management of posterior heel pain can be a perplexing diagnostic and therapeutic problem. The differential diagnosis is extensive and even the skilled clinician can experience difficulty establishing an accurate diagnosis. Of the...
The management of posterior...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
Diabetes Watch
10/26/2009
Regardless of their specialty, clinicians will encounter patients who are affected by diabetes mellitus, infection and wound healing issues. Therefore, the emerging, evolving science of nanomedicine and how this technology could positively...
Regardless of their specialty, clinicians will encounter patients who are affected by diabetes mellitus, infection and wound healing issues. Therefore, the emerging, evolving science of nanomedicine and how this technology could positively...
Regardless of their...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
10/26/2009
Study Examines Effect Of Smoking On Elective Foot Surgery
By Brian McCurdy, Senior Editor
Although studies have previously shown a link between smoking cigarettes and delayed bone healing, research has until now been scarce on the effects...
Study Examines Effect Of Smoking On Elective Foot Surgery
By Brian McCurdy, Senior Editor
Although studies have previously shown a link between smoking cigarettes and delayed bone healing, research has until now been scarce on the effects...
Study Examines Effect Of Smoking...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
Insights
Q&A
10/26/2009
Whether it is dealing with recalcitrant wounds, choosing appropriate empiric antibiotics for infected wounds or weighing the benefits of palliative care, our expert panelists offer their perspectives on a wide range of wound care issues....
Whether it is dealing with recalcitrant wounds, choosing appropriate empiric antibiotics for infected wounds or weighing the benefits of palliative care, our expert panelists offer their perspectives on a wide range of wound care issues....
Whether it is dealing with...
10/26/2009
Podiatry Today
