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Selection of amputation level in diabetic patients

May 10, 2012

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Peroneal latency’s role in inversion ankle sprain

May 10, 2012

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Patient race contributes to burden of knee OA

May 10, 2012

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Cho-Pat Ankle Sleeve

April 11, 2012

Cho-Pat’s new VE Ankle Compression Sleeve combines warmth, compression, and support with a proprietary closure. The easy-to-use sleeve applies uniform dynamics to help reduce ankle pain and discomfort, promoting circulation and generating warmth to enhance healing. The sleeve’s three-dimensional knit material provides an even contoured fit, two padded inserts help stabilize and give more support, and a Velcro front closure maximizes ease of use.

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Kevin Orthotics A-Brace 250

April 11, 2012

Kevin Orthotics by Foot In Motion introduces the A-Brace 250 Overlap Free Motion. The custom molded footplate and custom-fit ankle struts are designed to provide relief from ankle instability, ankle sprains, tendinitis, tendon dysfunction, arthritis, trauma, and congenital pathologies. The A-Brace 250 is engineered to be easy to cast with plaster or STS sock proximal to the malleoli

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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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EZFit Compact Foot Orthotics

April 11, 2012

UCO International has introduced the EZFit Compact Firm and Compact Pro premolded foot orthotics. The new style features durable UCOkork or Pro XP II (semirigid polyethylene foam) material shaped to fit a variety of shoes. The 3/4 length foot orthotics include a metatarsal raise with a special 5th metatarsal relief.

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Battle Creek Cold Comfort

April 11, 2012

Battle Creek Equipment Company has introduced the Ice It! ColdComfort systems. The non-toxic, reusable cold packs are filled with 99% recycled materials that freeze quickly, maintain temperature, and stay flexible when frozen.

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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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Nationwide action plan to stratify risk of foot ulceration pays off in Scotland

April 10, 2012

A national strategy of risk stratification in Scotland significantly decreased the incidence of amputation within the first years of its implementation, according to unpublished data presented in March at the Diabetic Foot Global Conference (DFCon) in Los Angeles. Amputation incidence per 1000 patients with diabetes fell by 29.8% from 2004 to 2008, according to Graham P. Leese, MD, chairman of the Scottish Diabetes Foot Action Group.

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