Matthew J. Claxton, DPM

A Guide To Surgical Offloading In The Neuropathic Foot

03/03/2007

The neuropathic foot presents unique challenges when treating and preventing chronic wounds. One of the most difficult challenges is offloading the neuropathic foot without compromising function or causing a transfer of pressure that...

The neuropathic foot...

03/03/2007

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How To Use VAC Therapy On Chronic Wounds

07/03/2002

Matthew J. Claxton , DPM;

David G. Armstrong , DPM, MD, PhD, MSc;

Brian Short , DPM;

Chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, venous stasis ulcers and decubitis ulcers are leading causes of morbidity and mortality in elderly patients and significantly contribute to health care costs.1-4 Wounds of these types often lead to...

Chronic wounds such as diabetic...

07/03/2002

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Case Study

When A Vitamin D Deficiency Complicates Bunion Surgery

06/26/2012

Matthew J. Claxton , DPM;

With a look at the current research, this author offers insights on addressing the bone healing issues resulting from vitamin D deficiency in a 19-year-old patient with bunions.

With a look at the current...

06/26/2012

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Education

Addressing Tendon Balancing Concerns In Diabetic Patients

03/03/2003

David G. Armstrong , DPM, MD, PhD, MSc;

Matthew J. Claxton , DPM;

Foot ulcers are the major risk factor for amputation among people with diabetes. Fifteen percent of people with diabetes will experience a foot ulcer. In this particular patient population, 14 to 24 percent will require lower extremity...

Foot ulcers are the major risk...

03/03/2003

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Education

A Guide To Offloading The Diabetic Foot

09/03/2005

Matthew J. Claxton , DPM;

Timothy Oldani , DPM;

Nick Martin , DPM;

Increased plantar foot pressure is a leading cause of ulceration in the diabetic population.1 Healing these ulcers requires adequate blood supply, control of infection, excellent wound care and offloading or pressure redistribution of the...

Increased plantar foot...

09/03/2005

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