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A Biopsychosocial Approach To Foot Orthoses: Considering The ‘Other Ways’ They May Work
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09/30/2020

By Ian B. Griffiths, MSc, FCPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasg) and Simon K. Spooner, PhD
 

By Ian B. Griffiths, MSc, FCPM, FFPM ...
How much do individual perceptions of pain and preexisting perceptions of modalities factor into reported outcomes with orthoses? These authors assess biopsychosocial research findings from other fields and how they might apply to the use of...
How much do individual perceptions of pain and preexisting perceptions of modalities factor into reported outcomes with orthoses? These authors assess biopsychosocial research findings from other fields and how they might apply to the use of...
How much do individual...
09/30/2020
Podiatry Today
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09/24/2020
Bruce Williams DPM
In my last two blog posts, I discussed twisted plate orthotics. This is an orthotic theory and technique that surprisingly few podiatrists seem to use or be aware of. The primary reason I use a twisted plate orthosis is to address dorsal...
In my last two blog posts, I discussed twisted plate orthotics. This is an orthotic theory and technique that surprisingly few podiatrists seem to use or be aware of. The primary reason I use a twisted plate orthosis is to address dorsal...
In my last two blog posts, I...
09/24/2020
Podiatry Today
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06/23/2020
Bruce Williams DPM
In my last blog post, I talked about the twisted plate orthotic discussed by Sarrafian and my use of lateral forefoot postings on those devices.1 Doug Richie, Jr., DPM, FACFAS then informed me that McConaill first mentioned this concept in...
In my last blog post, I talked about the twisted plate orthotic discussed by Sarrafian and my use of lateral forefoot postings on those devices.1 Doug Richie, Jr., DPM, FACFAS then informed me that McConaill first mentioned this concept in...
In my last blog post, I talked...
06/23/2020
Podiatry Today
Is Scanning More Effective Than Casting For Custom Orthoses?
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05/18/2020

By Bruce Williams, DPM and Jeff Root

By Bruce Williams, DPM and Jeff Root ...
Point Yes. Dispelling myths about the differences between casting and scanning, this author also notes that scanning is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative that should inspire providers to rethink their old algor
Point Yes. Dispelling myths about the differences between casting and scanning, this author also notes that scanning is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative that should inspire providers to rethink their old algor
Point Yes. Dispelling myths...
05/18/2020
Podiatry Today
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04/14/2020
Bruce Williams DPM
In 1999, I was asked to review a paper by Kogler and colleagues entitled, “The Influence of Medial and Lateral Placement of Orthotic Wedges on Loading of the Plantar Aponeurosis.”1 The researchers studied the tension in the plantar fascia and...
In 1999, I was asked to review a paper by Kogler and colleagues entitled, “The Influence of Medial and Lateral Placement of Orthotic Wedges on Loading of the Plantar Aponeurosis.”1 The researchers studied the tension in the plantar fascia and...
In 1999, I was asked to review a...
04/14/2020
Podiatry Today
Key Orthotic Pearls In The Management Of Rearfoot Pathology
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01/23/2020

By Karen A. Langone, DPM, DABPM, FAAPSM

By Karen A. Langone, DPM, DABPM, FAAP...
Custom orthotics can contain a multitude of features and modifications to facilitate effective treatment. With this in mind, this author reviews pertinent decision-making pathways for the optimal orthotic to help address conditions of the...
Custom orthotics can contain a multitude of features and modifications to facilitate effective treatment. With this in mind, this author reviews pertinent decision-making pathways for the optimal orthotic to help address conditions of the...
Custom orthotics can contain a...
01/23/2020
Podiatry Today
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12/11/2019
Bruce Williams DPM
I attended the Federation of International Podiatrists (FIP) meeting in Miami, Florida last month and was honored to participate on a panel that discussed the best definition of a custom foot orthotic. Keep in mind that this is a group of...
I attended the Federation of International Podiatrists (FIP) meeting in Miami, Florida last month and was honored to participate on a panel that discussed the best definition of a custom foot orthotic. Keep in mind that this is a group of...
I attended the Federation of...
12/11/2019
Podiatry Today
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11/06/2019
Doug Richie Jr. DPM FACFAS FAAPSM
Root theory is not dead! In fact, a relatively recent study of patients with functional hallux limitus validated the practice of neutral suspension casting and fabrication of true functional foot orthoses.1 It is interesting that the only...
Root theory is not dead! In fact, a relatively recent study of patients with functional hallux limitus validated the practice of neutral suspension casting and fabrication of true functional foot orthoses.1 It is interesting that the only...
Root theory is not dead! In...
11/06/2019
Podiatry Today
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08/31/2019
By Robert “Daryl” Phillips, DPM
By Robert “Daryl” Phillips, DPM ...
Many podiatrists choose orthotics materials based on personal preference or practices learned during training. This author highlights pertinent biomechanical and scientific principles in determining the role and effect that stiffness has in...
Many podiatrists choose orthotics materials based on personal preference or practices learned during training. This author highlights pertinent biomechanical and scientific principles in determining the role and effect that stiffness has in...
Many podiatrists choose...
08/31/2019
Podiatry Today
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04/11/2019
Richard Blake DPM
As part of my biomechanical evaluation, I draw a line on the back of the heel that represents the bisection of the heel. I am sure my measurement is only accurate within a few degrees. However, I am trying to have a line represent an entire...
As part of my biomechanical evaluation, I draw a line on the back of the heel that represents the bisection of the heel. I am sure my measurement is only accurate within a few degrees. However, I am trying to have a line represent an entire...
As part of my biomechanical...
04/11/2019
Podiatry Today