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Artificial surfaces evolve, but safety debate persists

June 11, 2013

Artificial turf technology has advanced significantly, and some research suggests newer surfaces are as safe as grass, if not safer. But in other reports, including a high-profile NFL study, turf has been associated with higher rates of lower extremity injury.

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Diabetes and altered gait: The role of neuropathy

June 4, 2013

Researchers have identified gait alterations in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy but also in diabetic patients with normal sensation, raising questions about the extent to which factors other than neuropathy might also be affecting gait.

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YogaToes Gems

May 22, 2013

YogaPro has introduced YogaToes Gems, a “lite” version of its original YogaToes footcare product. Like the original Yoga­Toes, the Gems exercise and stretch foot muscles, which in turn helps improve foot posture. YogaToes Gems feature an under-toe lift bar that stretches and extends toes outward, away from the ball of the foot.

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3D Camera System

May 22, 2013

Apis Footwear offers the cutting-edge Mt. Emey 3D camera system to help customers save time and money on custom foot orthosis fabrication.

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Nova Precision Podiatry Drill

May 22, 2013

Algeos USA is proud to announce the launch of the Nova Precision A300xp Podiatry Drill in the US. The Nova Precision A300xp drill has a variable speed of up to 30,000 rpm and three memory storage settings for preferred revolution values.

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StrechCordz Dual Strap

May 22, 2013

StrechCordz from NZ Manufacturing now include a new dual stretch strap. The Stretch and Mobility Strap, with one strap made of nylon webbing connected to a stretch elastic strap, is designed for stretching that uses isometric contractions to improve flexibility

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Turf Toe Steel Insoles

May 22, 2013

Aetna Felt Corporation offers Turf Toe Steel Insoles, for prevention and management of turf toe and other metatarsophalangeal joint injuries.

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Grip-Top Compression

May 22, 2013

The Sigvaris Cotton Series closed-toe calf compression products will now be available with a grip-top in two color options, black and crispa (a medium brown), for men and women.

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Campaign highlights Huntington patients

May 22, 2013

In recognition of May as Huntington Disease Awareness Month the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) has launched the Faces of Huntington’s Disease campaign. Each day in May, the campaign presents a different story from patients, caregivers, scientists, clinicians, advocates, and other members of the Huntington community. To learn more, contact Fred Taubman at ftaubman@hdsa.org or 212/242-1968, extension 229.

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Foundation taps new board members

May 22, 2013

The Pedorthic Foundation in May named two pedorthists to its board of directors, Matthew Mirones, CPed, CPO, and Anne Brussok, CPed. Mirones, a former president of the Pedorthic Footcare Association, has practiced orthopedic rehabilitation for more than 35 years, and is cofounder, along with his father, of Arimed Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics in New York City

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