Lower Extremity Review
A recent study published in the winter issue of Pediatric Physical Therapy found that children just learning to walk may have altered gait characteristics when wearing flexible shoes.
By Erin Boutwell
High rates of chronic ankle instability in children suggest a need for better prevention and treatment of ankle sprains in young patients, but researchers are just starting to explore whether clinical approaches designed for adults will also be effective in their younger counterparts.
By P.K. Daniel
Knee pain is common in children with CP, but given the many health challenges facing this patient population, knee symptoms may not be given high priority. Proper diagnosis and treatment of knee pain, however, can be key to maximizing a childʼs mobility and quality of life.
By Shalmali Pal
As increasing numbers of fitness enthusiasts embrace high-intensity training, reports of injuries have sparked a debate among clinicians about the benefits and risks associated with these programs.
By Cary Groner
Reported cases of Lyme disease have been rising steadily over the past 30 years, but its diagnosis can be challenging. Left untreated, patients with Lyme disease can go on to develop neurological symptoms, including those that are characteristic of peripheral neuropathy.
By Greg Gargiulo
The effectiveness of eccentric training for the prevention and rehabilitation of hamstring strains has been established in the medical literature. The next step is to identify an eccentric hamstring exercise that addresses the limitations of existing…
By Karl F. Orishimo, MS, CSCS, and Takumi Fukunaga, DPT, ATC, CSCS
Patient-reported outcomes can be used to monitor health-related quality of life in patients with chronic ankle instability, and lower extremity practitioners can design rehabilitation approaches to specifically target physical impairments that are known to contribute to quality of life.
By Megan N. Houston, PhD, ATC, and Matthew C. Hoch PhD, ATC
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses show that bracing for knee osteoarthritis (OA) is associated with significant benefits with regard to pain and function. But links to disease progression remain elusive, and the challenges of patient compliance are becoming even more complicated.
By Larry Hand
Research supports eccentric strengthening for treatment of midportion Achilles tendinopathy, but a new study suggests the same approach…
By Lisa H. Jain, DPT, OCS; Kevin J. McCarthy, MD; Michael Williams, PT, OCS; Marie Barron, PT, OCS; Nick Bird, MPT; Brian Blackwell, PT, OCS; G. Andrew Murphy, MD; David R. Richards, MD; Susan Ishikawa, MD; and Margaret Kedia, PhD, DPT
Allied O&P Supply’s new thicker gauge Orthoflex material is now available in transparent and black. Orthoflex is a flexible, formable thermoplastic material designed for below-knee and above-knee socket liners…
Freedom Innovations has officially launched its new Plié 3 Microprocessor Controlled (MPC) Knee. The strong construction of the new knee—which adjusts to walking, running, uneven terrain, and occasional water exposure …
Delcam Crispin has launched Engineer Ortho, a new version of its Engineer Pro software specifically for the manufacture of orthopedic footwear. One key tool in Engineer Ortho is the multipoint function that …
Combining 50 years of experience with high quality and a desire to meet the needs of today’s healthcare professionals, Northwest Podiatric Laboratory introduces NCV custom foot orthoses. This all-new material …
Spenco announces the launch of its new Fall Footwear Line. Featuring chic leather styles in an ultra-supportive footwear design, the new fall line includes more traditional, everyday styles for men and women…
Ottobock announces the 3R60=VC Vacuum Knee Joint for transfemoral amputees. The joint is based on the mechanical principle of the 3R60 EBS (ergonomically balanced stride), with the new feature being …
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