David J. Levine, DPM, cPed

Education

Keys To Facilitating Optimal Orthotic Success

01/03/2008

Please click here for the full Continuing Medical Education article: http://www.naccme.com/program/n-122/ In order to enhance one's ability to prescribe custom orthoses, this author emphasizes a thorough exam, a focused evaluation of the...

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01/03/2008

Podiatry Today

Orthotics Q&A

How To Overcome Obstacles With Custom Orthoses

06/03/2007

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

Despite the success rate one may have with orthotic devices, sometimes patients may not tolerate the devices. These expert panelists discuss treating patients who do not tolerate orthoses, when orthoses need to be replaced, which orthotic...

Despite the success rate one may...

06/03/2007

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Pertinent Principles With Orthotic Therapy

08/31/2015

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

Mindful of the evolution of orthotic therapy, this author provides guidance for fabricating effective orthoses, emphasizing sound casting principles and knowledge of orthotic materials. “Comfortable and supportive” is the best way to...

Mindful of the evolution of...

08/31/2015

Podiatry Today

Orthotics Q&A

Key Insights On The Evolution Of Orthoses And Biomechanics

01/30/2009

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

While more research continues to emerge on biomechanics, some physicians feel it is not emphasized enough in podiatry and that other specialists may be gaining more of a foothold in prescribing orthotic devices. Accordingly, expert...

While more research continues...

01/30/2009

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Assessing LLD And Whether Shoe Lifts Can Have An Impact

06/22/2011

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

While most of the published research on leg length discrepancy (LLD) focuses on surgical intervention, conservative care may be helpful in this regard. Accordingly, this author discusses the assessment of LLD and how shoe lifts can be...

While most of the published...

06/22/2011

Podiatry Today

Orthotics Q&A

Key Insights On Orthotic Fabrication And Replacement

03/20/2014

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

These expert panelists expound on replacing orthoses, determining which type of orthoses to fabricate and what types of shoes patients should wear with orthoses.

These expert panelists expound...

03/20/2014

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Post-Op Orthotics: Can They Have An Impact?

12/28/2010

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

With a compelling case study, this author illustrates how the biomechanical needs of a patient can change postoperatively. Accordingly, he emphasizes the importance of a sound biomechanical assessment and gait analysis after surgery, and how...

With a compelling case study,...

12/28/2010

Podiatry Today

Orthotics Q&A

Pearls On Getting Orthotic Prescriptions Right For Patients

07/22/2013

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

Our expert panelists discuss the importance of biomechanics in their practices and expound on how to properly apply biomechanic principles with orthotics as well as how to remake devices when patients complain that the orthoses are not right...

Our expert panelists discuss...

07/22/2013

Podiatry Today

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Key Pearls On Orthotic Casting And Fabrication

11/22/2016

Roy Mathews , MD, DPM;

Jane Andersen , DPM;

David J. Levine , DPM, cPed;

Digital scanning has changed the techniques and outcomes some DPMs use for fabricating orthoses. These panelists explore the advantages to digital versus plaster casting, which biomechanical assessments can maximize casting and how to select...

Digital scanning has changed the...

11/22/2016

Podiatry Today