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Minimalist footwear: A risky switch for runners?

May 10, 2012

Originally posted here: Minimalist footwear: A risky switch for runners?

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Socks: Getting in shape with new technologies

May 1, 2012

Socks are often an afterthought for patients with diabetes, but they shouldn’t be. Advances in materials science and new twists on old favorites mean that modern socks conform to feet without the bunching, chafing, slipping, and irritation of the past.

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Postnatal growth of the calcaneus does not simulate growth of the foot

April 17, 2012

In the absence of age and sex-specific normative data for postnatal growth of the calcaneus, it has been hypothesized that the growth of the calcaneus would simulate growth of the foot.

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Calcaneal Osteotomy in the Treatment of Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity

April 12, 2012

Adult acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD) is a chronic, debilitating condition common beyond middle age.

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Go AFO Gauntlet

April 11, 2012

The Go AFO from Hersco is a new rear-entry ankle gauntlet. The gauntlet is a traditional thermoplastic ankle foot orthosis with a thin leather lining and outer layer that secures posteriorly with either a Velcro or lace closure.  The gauntlet is designed for patients who have difficulty donning traditional braces and for transmetatarsal amputees who need a partial foot prosthesis combined with firm ankle support. Go AFOs can be used for management of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, chronic ankle instability, talocalcaneal varus or valgus, severe pes planus, ankle arthritis, and tarsal tunnel syndrome.

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Soft Opaque With 30-40 mm Hg

April 11, 2012

Sigvaris’ stylish Soft Opaque Hosiery Line is now available with 30-40 mm Hg compression. This new option is designed for women who need a stronger compression level following a recent vein procedure or as a treatment for chronic venous disorders. Also offered in 15-20 mm Hg and 20-30 mm Hg compression levels, Soft Opaque hosiery looks like designer fashion tights but helps improve circulation and aids in the prevention of varicose and spider veins

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Medi-Dyne Range Roller

April 11, 2012

Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products has introduced the new Range Roller line of multi-layer massage therapy rollers with Trigger Treads, which enable users to massage multiple layers of muscles and connective tissue to more effectively increase circulation, relieve knots, warm muscles, eliminate scar tissue and improve overall performance.

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Vasyli + Prior Sports Orthotic

April 11, 2012

Vasyli Medical and Think Tank member Trevor Prior, podiatric surgeon and sports injury management specialist, announce the development of the Vasyli + Prior low profile sports orthotic. It has been specifically designed to fit into the confines of soccer or football boots or any tight-fitting, low-profile footwear featuring cleats, studs or spikes

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Prevention pitfalls: Why amputation rates are still too high

April 10, 2012

istockphoto.com #17177465 Essential to achieving the goal of prevent­ing amputation in patients with diabetes is recognizing barriers that stand in the way, according to a Swedish diabetic foot expert who spoke in March at the Diabetic Foot Global Conference (DFCon) in Los Angeles. By Jordana Bieze Foster Barriers include vascular compromise and infection, both of which can easily be overlooked in patients with diabetic neuropathy because the classic symptom of pain is absent, said Jan Apelqvist, MD, PhD, senior consultant in the Department of Endocrinology at Skane University Hospital in Malmö, Sweden. “Patients are actually very rational,” Apelqvist said

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Texas experience suggests amputees gain from support group participation

April 10, 2012

Participation in a support group for diabetic amputees is associated with significant clinical and educational benefits, according to unpublished data from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center San Antonio presented in March at the Diabetic Foot Global Conference (DFCon).

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