2019 | Lower Extremity Review Magazine - Part 12

2019

Lower Extremity Review

Addressing Gender Matters On the Field, In the Locker Room…Everywhere

Addressing Gender Matters On the Field, In the Locker Room…Everywhere

2019, Editor Memo, May

For decades, numerous research studies have shown that physical activity and sport play a significant role in positively shaping children’s health and emotional well-being. But, as we learn more about biology and psychology, it becomes clear that gender matters in ways not conceived of when John F. Kennedy became President in 1961 and re-energized the President’s Council on Youth Fitness, predecessor of the more recent President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sport.

Effective and Efficient Darco Peg Assist Offloading Insole – Three Versions Now Available!

Effective and Efficient Darco Peg Assist Offloading Insole – Three Versions Now Available!

2019, May, Products

The Darco Peg Assist Offloading Insole is the most effective, efficient and economical way to offload Lesions, Grade 1 and Grade2 wounds of the foot. The Peg comes in 3 versions: PTQ – for use with the Darco MQ series med surg shoe exclusively PQ – for use with our 5...

Achieve Dramatic Foot Drop Relief with X-Strap Systems

Achieve Dramatic Foot Drop Relief with X-Strap Systems

2019, May, Products

X-Strap Systems offers unique proven products for foot drop relief. Products provide full-time comfort, normal ankle joint mobility, and normal gait. Products include the Dorsi-Strap, Dorsi-Strap PRO, and Dorsi-Lite Foot Splint. Each foot drop product is easy on and...

How Well Did You Read This Issue?

2019, April, crossword

Test your knowledge of information from this issue of Lower Extremity Review and the world in general with our new crossword puzzle feature.

Core-Spun Compression Socks Available in New Patterns

Core-Spun Compression Socks Available in New Patterns

2019, April, Products

Therafirm has released 3 new patterns to its Patterned Core-Spun line of compression socks. Monogradient is a sock with white, gray, and black stripes. Slate argyle is a traditional argyle pattern in black, gray, and a soft slate color. Pink argyle is an identical sock that trades slate for a soft pink.

SoreSpot Silicone Tape

SoreSpot Silicone Tape

2019, April, Products

SoreSpot Silicone Tape from PediFix offers footcare, skin care, scar care, wound care, and other benefits. The use of silicone protects skin from shear and friction while providing instant comfort for sore spots, including blisters, corns, calluses, and bunions. According to PediFix, silicone offers clinically proven help to…

OPTP Professional Catalog, Volume 39

OPTP Professional Catalog, Volume 39

2019, April, Products

OPTP has published the 39th edition of its professional catalog, which features innovative new products and books, many of which are available exclusively through OPTP. Therapy and fitness products in the catalog cover 16 categories: manual therapy; therapy essentials; neuroscience; women’s health; soft tissue, myofascial, and…

Open Heel Modifications for SMOs and AFOs

Open Heel Modifications for SMOs and AFOs

2019, April, Products

Surestep’s open heel modifications for supramalleolar orthoses (SMOs) and ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) allow pediatric patients to better feel the ground beneath their feet; this improved proprioception can be especially beneficial for children with sensory deficits....

Secure Containment and Compression Stockings

Secure Containment and Compression Stockings

2019, April, Products

Secure containment and compression stockings by Sigvaris Group are indicated for the management of advanced venous edema, lymphedema, post-surgical edema, general edema, and more. Secure has a higher stiffness ratio and a modified, graduated compression profile so...

MIO Therapy Wearable Physical Therapy Technology

MIO Therapy Wearable Physical Therapy Technology

2019, April, Products

MbientLab has introduced MIO Therapy (MIO), a wearable technology platform that integrates traditional physical therapy with smart sensors, therapeutic exercises, games, and 3D visualization technology to personalize and improve outpatient rehabilitation and...

Fully Custom Insoles at Over-the-Counter Prices

Fully Custom Insoles at Over-the-Counter Prices

2019, April, Products

COL Orthotics International is now offering premium insoles. COL insoles can be pressed onto any positive mold, which means that providers can offer a fully custom insole for the price of an over-the-counter insole. COL insoles can be stocked in different shell sizes...

FDA Approves New Osteoporosis Treatment for Postmenopausal Women

2019, April, Industry News

The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new treatment for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women presenting with a high risk of fracture or who are intolerant to or have not had success with existing therapies. The drug, EVENITY (romosozumab-aqqg; Amgen), was approved April 9 and became available for shipment to wholesalers in the US on April 15.

An Introduction to Physical Literacy

An Introduction to Physical Literacy

2019, April, Editor Memo

Physical literacy is defined as ‘the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life.’ The notion of ‘literacy’ within the concept of ‘physical literacy’ arises from the importance of our embodied interaction with the world.

By E.J. Durden-Myers and N. R. Green

Exploring 3D printing in Prosthetics

Exploring 3D printing in Prosthetics

2019, April, Conference Coverage

3D-printed Sockets Safe? There are approximately 2 million people living with an amputation in the United States, a number that is expected to increase to 3.6 million by 2050 according to recent studies. In the poster, “Clinical Trial Examining Safety and Feasibility of Definitive 3D-Printed…

By Keith Loria

New Tool to Assess Clubfoot Treatment

New Tool to Assess Clubfoot Treatment

2019, April, From the Literature

Congenital talipes equinovarus, or clubfoot, is a common deformity in which the affected foot is fixed downward and inward. The birth prevalence of clubfoot in low- and middle-income countries is estimated to be 0.5 to 2.0 cases for every 1000 live births. There is a...

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