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A Closer Look At Emerging Research On Plantar Fasciitis And Plantar Fibromatosis

May 16, 2013

Here is a look at numerous recent studies on the diagnosis and various treatments of plantar fasciitis and plantar fibromatoses. read more

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Defending My Position On Orthoses

May 15, 2013

Our profession needs to keep an open mind in regard to shoes and treating running injuries. People do not change what they are doing unless they have a reason to change. I continue to see runners not responding to orthotics and stability control shoes in my practice so I have provided a change, one that is working for others and myself

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Remembering ‘Whatshisname’ When Treating Recurring Patients

May 10, 2013

Has this ever happened to you? You run into one of your patients outside the office and of course when you see him, you know who he is but his name temporarily escapes you

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What Summer Sandals To Recommend To Patients

May 6, 2013

With summer just around the corner, patients are already starting to ask, “What sandals do you recommend”?

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Emerging concepts with post-lapidus bunionectomy weightbearing

September 4, 2012

Dr. Neal Blitz writes, “Some surgeons may consider weightbearing Lapidus itself to be a relatively new concept.

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Recommending Shoes To Patients Who Insist On Minimalist Running

August 31, 2012

Let me first say that I am not a fan of minimalist running for the majority of my patients. Having said that, “just don’t do it” is not an acceptable directive to patients who are going to run in minimalist shoes in spite of what I recommend. Due to this, I have reluctantly learned to evaluate minimalist running shoes.

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When There Is A Disconnect Between Different Specialties

August 30, 2012

Discussing the case of a 78-year-old patient with diabetic neuropathy who presented with a swollen foot, this author notes how a disconnect between specialties made things worse, and how common sense conservative care can make a difference in this patient population. read more

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PAD Awareness Month And The Case For Limb Preservation

August 30, 2012

Unlike October, which is abundant with the color pink and matching ribbons symbolizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month wherever we turn, we have no such ribbon for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month. In my travels over the past few years, I have noted several instances that illustrate a lack of PAD awareness and understanding among providers and the general population.

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A Closer Look At A Versatile Internal Fixation Device

August 28, 2012

While there are a variety of fixation options for the lower extremity, one device reportedly provides a unique method for delivering superior compression and stable fixation. read more

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A Closer Look At Fixation For Fifth Metatarsal Fractures

August 28, 2012

Fifth metatarsal fractures are the most common of all metatarsal fractures.

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