Kristine M. Hoffman, DPM, FACFAS

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A Closer Look At A New Synthetic Cartilage Implant For First MPJ Arthritis
07/13/2016
On July 5, Cartiva received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) premarket approval for its Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant for the treatment of arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ). Initially used in the treatment of knee...
On July 5, Cartiva received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) premarket approval for its Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant for the treatment of arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ). Initially used in the treatment of knee...
On July 5, Cartiva received Food...
07/13/2016
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Dermatology Diagnosis
Addressing Onycholysis And Periungual Inflammation In A Patient With Malar Rash, Discoid Skin Lesions And Joint Pain
09/27/2019
A 35-year-old female presented to our clinic with a concern of “ingrowing toenails.” The patient reported pain and inflammation surrounding the first, second and third toenails of her right foot as well as the second toe of her left foot. She...
A 35-year-old female presented to our clinic with a concern of “ingrowing toenails.” The patient reported pain and inflammation surrounding the first, second and third toenails of her right foot as well as the second toe of her left foot. She...
A 35-year-old female presented...
09/27/2019
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The Opioid Epidemic: Keys To Navigating Pain Management Prescriptions
12/20/2016
Given the increasing numbers of people who are dependent on and/or addicted to opioids, physicians should have a firm grasp of pain management principles that can avoid adverse side effects. Accordingly, this author explores recent opioid...
Given the increasing numbers of people who are dependent on and/or addicted to opioids, physicians should have a firm grasp of pain management principles that can avoid adverse side effects. Accordingly, this author explores recent opioid...
Given the increasing numbers of...
12/20/2016
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Does Perioperative Use Of Ketorolac Adversely Affect Bone Healing And Fusion?
09/09/2015
Researchers have shown that the perioperative use of single-dose ketorolac has numerous postoperative benefits including reduced pain, reduced sedation, decreased opioid consumption and reduced nausea and vomiting.1-3 However, surgeons often...
Researchers have shown that the perioperative use of single-dose ketorolac has numerous postoperative benefits including reduced pain, reduced sedation, decreased opioid consumption and reduced nausea and vomiting.1-3 However, surgeons often...
Researchers have shown that the...
09/09/2015
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Exploring a Minimally Invasive Technique for Surgical Nail Matrixectomy
02/17/2023
In the rare instances that chemical matrixectomy should fail, surgical matrixectomy is required. These authors present a minimal approach that results in less pain and better cosmesis after healing.
In the rare instances that chemical matrixectomy should fail, surgical matrixectomy is required. These authors present a minimal approach that results in less pain and better cosmesis after healing.
In the rare instances that...
02/17/2023
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A Closer Look At The Serious Risks Associated With Short-Term Oral Corticosteroid Use
05/12/2017
Oral steroids are well known to be associated with numerous potential adverse effects.
Oral steroids are well known to be associated with numerous potential adverse effects.
Oral steroids are well known to...
05/12/2017
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A Closer Look At A New Topical Option For Onychomycosis
10/01/2014
Limited pharmacologic treatment options exist for onychomycosis, especially for patients who wish to avoid or are unable to take oral antifungal medication. Ciclopirox 8% nail lacquer (Penlac) has long been the only prescription strength,...
Limited pharmacologic treatment options exist for onychomycosis, especially for patients who wish to avoid or are unable to take oral antifungal medication. Ciclopirox 8% nail lacquer (Penlac) has long been the only prescription strength,...
Limited pharmacologic treatment...
10/01/2014
Podiatry Today
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Does Barefoot Running Lower The Incidence Of Musculoskeletal Injuries?
06/10/2016
Lower extremity injuries are extremely common among runners. Approximately, 79 percent of runners sustain at least one lower extremity injury per year.1 Due to reductions in impact loading as well as increased strength in the foot and lower...
Lower extremity injuries are extremely common among runners. Approximately, 79 percent of runners sustain at least one lower extremity injury per year.1 Due to reductions in impact loading as well as increased strength in the foot and lower...
Lower extremity injuries are...
06/10/2016
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Dermatology Diagnosis
Diagnosing A Painful, Discolored Lower Extremity Ulceration
02/19/2019
A 48-year-old woman initially presented to our institution with concern over a painful discolored papule on her lower right leg. The patient denied any history of trauma or triggering events. Her past medical history included hidradenitis...
A 48-year-old woman initially presented to our institution with concern over a painful discolored papule on her lower right leg. The patient denied any history of trauma or triggering events. Her past medical history included hidradenitis...
A 48-year-old woman initially...
02/19/2019
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Current Concepts In Treating Acute And Chronic Toenail Injuries In Runners
08/23/2017
Paronychias, subungual hematomas and nail bed lacerations are all toenail injuries that can bedevil runners after a race. These authors provide a practical guide to treating these injuries and their possible complications.
Paronychias, subungual hematomas and nail bed lacerations are all toenail injuries that can bedevil runners after a race. These authors provide a practical guide to treating these injuries and their possible complications.
Paronychias, subungual hematomas...
08/23/2017
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