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Lower Extremity Review

Active Stance: Minimalist footwear: A risky switch for runners?

Active Stance: Minimalist footwear: A risky switch for runners?

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For the majority of evolutionary history, runners were either barefoot or wore minimalist footwear lacking the cushioning of today’s running shoes. Barefoot or minimally shod runners demonstrate differences1 in kinematics and impact forces compared with those wearing modern running shoes, and some research suggests barefoot running may confer biomechanical advantages over more cushioned footwear.

By Erik M. Haniuk, BS; LTC Steven J. Svoboda, MD; Karen Y. Peck, MEd, ATC; Kenneth L. Cameron, PhD, MPH, ATC; and LTC Brett D. Owens, MD

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Preventing hamstring injuries on the gridiron

Preventing hamstring injuries on the gridiron

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Hamstring injuries that occur during sprinting are a significant concern in football, not just because of the frequency with which they occur, but also because they are notoriously difficult to rehabilitate, which underscores the need for effective prevention through targeted exercise programs.

By Charles D. Kenyon, MS, RSCC, and Marcus C.C.W. Elliott, MD

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Peroneal latency’s role in inversion ankle sprain

Peroneal latency’s role in inversion ankle sprain

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A delay in the activation of the peroneus longus and peroneus brevis muscles is thought to contribute to the risk of inver­sion ankle sprain. New research suggests that ankle taping, in addition to providing mechanical stability, also helps reduce this peroneal latency.

By Adam Knight, PhD, and Wendi Weimar, PhD         

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Patient race contributes to burden of knee OA

Patient race contributes to burden of knee OA

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Evidence suggests that the prevalence and symptom severity of knee osteo­arthritis are greater in African-American pa­tients, underscoring the need for lower extremity practitioners to implement effec­tive strategies for disease prevention and management in this patient population.

By Kelli D. Allen, PhD

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Cho-Pat Ankle Sleeve

Cho-Pat Ankle Sleeve

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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....

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Kevin Orthotics A-Brace 250

Kevin Orthotics A-Brace 250

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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...

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MyoWave Muscle Analysis

MyoWave Muscle Analysis

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Sonostics introduces MyoWave , a function analysis device that converts muscle vibration to absolute effort to identify muscle imbalance. Comprising a laptop, small data collection pack and accelerometers, MyoWave captures information from up to six muscles...

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Dr.2 Shoes Walking Styles

Dr.2 Shoes Walking Styles

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Preferred Medical Supply Company offers a new walking shoe available in women’s lace-up (DR818), men’s lace-up (DR218), women’s Velcro (DR819), and men’s Velcro (DR219) under its Dr.2 Shoes banner. An extra deep toe box accommodates custom and/or diabetic orthotic...

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Go AFO Gauntlet

Go AFO Gauntlet

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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...

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EZFit Compact Foot Orthotics

EZFit Compact Foot Orthotics

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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...

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Body Armor Vario Brace

Body Armor Vario Brace

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Darco International unveils the new Body Armor Vario Brace, a general-use ankle brace with an added element of customization. The Body Armor Vario Brace comes with three posting discs of 2°, 4°, and 6° to correct varus/valgus alignment and three arch supports (high,...

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Trulife Matrix Split Toe AFOs

Trulife Matrix Split Toe AFOs

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Trulife introduces the Matrix Split Toe and Matrix Max Split Toe AFOs. These custom-fit, carbon composite ankle foot orthoses feature a split footplate for improved balance and stability. Both devices include a height-adjustable anterior shell, trimmable footplate,...

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Battle Creek Cold Comfort

Battle Creek Cold Comfort

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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. The Stay-Put cover has an insulated side...

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Soft Opaque With 30-40 mm Hg

Soft Opaque With 30-40 mm Hg

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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...

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