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Can Continuous Diffusion Of Oxygen Heal Chronic Toe Ulcers?

09/30/2015

Gabriel Urrea-Botero, MD

When other modalities fail to heal chronic wounds, this author suggests that continuous diffusion of oxygen could be a viable adjunct or stand-alone therapy, and shares a few case studies from his clinical experience.

When other modalities fail to...

09/30/2015

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Can K-Wires And Steinmann Pins Make A Comeback?

09/30/2015

Michael B. Canales, DPM, FACFAS, Grace Chuang, DPM, Mark C. Razzante, DPM, MA, and Coleman O. Clougherty, DPM, MA

Michael B. Canales, DPM, FACFAS, Grac...

When it comes to fixation options, surgeons have an abundance of choices. These authors share how Kirschner wire and Steinmann pin fixation can be valuable in a variety of procedures.

When it comes to fixation...

09/30/2015

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Pertinent Principles With Orthotic Therapy

08/31/2015

David 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

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Treating Metatarsus Adductus Deformity In A Patient With Uncontrolled Diabetic Neuropathy

08/31/2015

Naohiro Shibuya, DPM, MS, FACFAS, and Britton S. Plemmons, DPM

Naohiro Shibuya, DPM, MS, FACFAS, and...

Comparing open versus minimally invasive procedures, these authors discuss whether reconstructing a non-compensating metatarsus adductus deformity is appropriate in a 52-year-old patient with a history of neuropathic ulcerations.

Comparing open versus minimally...

08/31/2015

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Utilizing The ‘Steering Wheel Maneuver’ For Deformity Correction In The Foot

07/30/2015

Noman A. Siddiqui, DPM, MHA, AACFAS

Noman A. Siddiqui, DPM, MHA, AACFAS ...

The author presents a hybrid technique combining gradual bony and soft tissue distraction with acute deformity correction in multiple planes in a 30-year-old patient.

The author presents a hybrid...

07/30/2015

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Salvaging A Failed Ankle Replacement By Reconstructing The Talus

07/30/2015

Jason Lake, MD, Todd Haddon, DPM, FACFAS, and Kristina Lacy, DPM

Jason Lake, MD, Todd Haddon, DPM, FAC...

These authors present a guide to reconstructing the talus with a pantalar fusion and allograft of the femoral head in a patient with a failed ankle replacement.

These authors present a guide to...

07/30/2015

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A Closer Look At The Recent Literature On Peroneus Quartus

06/30/2015

Xingbo Sun, DPM, Francesca Castellucci, MS, Tara Harrington, MBA, MHA, Erica Benson, MS, DPM, Bryan Katz, BS, and Kevin Miller, DPM, AACFAS

Xingbo Sun, DPM, Francesca Castellucc...

Although symptomatic peroneus quartus is rare, it can be a factor in various pathologies. Accordingly, these authors offer pertinent diagnostic tips as well as current insights on treatment. Peroneus quartus, a common variant muscle of the...

Although symptomatic peroneus...

06/30/2015

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Salvaging A Limb With Serial Debridement, STSGs And NPWT

06/30/2015

Brett Chatman, DPM, Tammer Elmarsafi, DPM, and John S. Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS

Brett Chatman, DPM, Tammer Elmarsafi,...

These authors discuss how serial debridement, split thickness skin grafts and negative pressure wound therapy salvaged the limb of a 71-year-old patient with diabetes who presented with gas gangrene. Gas gangrene of the lower extremity is...

These authors discuss how serial...

06/30/2015

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Successful Pedicled Anterolateral Thigh Flap Reconstruction for a Recurrent Ischial Pressure Ulcer: A Case With Multiple Recurrences Over a 7-year Follow-up

06/18/2015

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Expert Insights On Therapies For Plantar Fat Pad Atrophy

05/28/2015

Joseph Vella, DPM, and Stephen Schleicher, MD

Joseph Vella, DPM, and Stephen Schlei...

Given the potential of plantar fat pad atrophy to cause significant pain and adverse effects on function, particularly in patients with diabetes, these authors discuss keys to making an accurate diagnosis and outline current treatment options.

Given the potential of plantar...

05/28/2015

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