Lower Extremity Review
Six U.S. research institutions are launching a new multicenter network to study diabetic foot ulcers, a common complication of diabetes and the leading cause of lower limb amputations in the United States. The Diabetic Foot Consortium (DFC, diabeticfootconsortium.org) aims to…
In a small trial, the muscles of women who took a supplement called nicotinamide mononucleotide for 10 weeks had improvements in their ability to process blood glucose, an important finding in the search for ways to help prevent or manage diabetes in people.
US-based companies are paying attention to the ergonomics of everyday tasks. Some, such as UPS and FedEX, are bringing in Athletic Trainers to help train employees in proper task-related movements to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
Engineers at Tufts University have created and demonstrated flexible thread-based sensors that can measure movement of the neck, providing data on the direction, angle of rotation, and degree of displacement of the head.
Researchers from North Carolina State University (NC State) and the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill have demonstrated that, with training, neural control of a powered prosthetic ankle can restore a wide range of abilities, including standing on challenging surfaces and squatting.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted marketing authorization to Helius Medical for a new device indicated for use as a short-term treatment of gait deficit due to mild to moderate symptoms from multiple sclerosis (MS).
Biomedical startup Adapttech, Birmingham, England, announced that it has raised $2.7 million in a new venture capital funding round. The round was supported by existing and new investors. The new funding will primarily be used for new…
Designed for MSK, anesthesia, and pain management exams, the SONIMAGE MX1 Portable Ultrasound System provides high-resolution imaging and a simplified workflow. One-touch image optimization simplifies operation by enabling multiple imaging parameters—such as frequency, focus, and compounding—to be changed automatically by just adjusting the depth.
OS1st has launched the AC4™ Active Comfort sock, which features ultra-soft cushioning and SkinThin™ cooling technology. The company created the ultimate comfort crossover between the ultra-thin TA4™ ThinAir sock and the ultra-plush WP4™ Wellness Sock to create the new AC4 Active Comfort sock with enough cushion, ventilation, and protection for any activity.
Woodcast is a lightweight, biodegradable material made from wood and biopolymers, originally developed to replace plaster casts. The material, invented by the Finnish high-tech company Onbone, proved to be so versatile it is now used in a wide array of areas, including sports.
The DUOLITH® SD1 Ultra system, powered by STORZ Medical, provides medical professionals with the ability to customize and combine Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT) and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), complementary vibration and vacuum therapies, as well as the option to integrate diagnostic ultrasound imaging.
OPTP’s CobbleFoam Uneven-Surface Balance Trainer simulates the challenges of moving on uneven terrain to help people improve balance and strengthen the lower extremities. It can also be used as a rehabilitation tool for those recovering from injury or surgery, for the elderly, or for athletes who want to improve performance.
Siren’s temperature monitoring socks were developed for the early detection of inflammation that leads to foot ulcers in people with diabetes. They are equipped with sensors that continuously monitor foot temperature at 6 key points. Upon signs of inflammation, the patient and physician will receive notifications via the companion app and/or text message.
Gymnasts and dancers of all levels, especially those suffering from Sever’s disease, have come to love the Tuli’s® Cheetah® because of the dynamic combination of the shock-absorbing technology from the Tuli’s Heel Cup’s patented, multi-cell, multi-layer design and the gentle compression from the lightweight neoprene sleeve.
Chronic compartment syndrome is an often-overlooked diagnosis in patients who are athletically inclined. With an average 22-month delay in diagnosis, suspicions need to be elevated sooner. Leg pain in the active and athletic patient population can be difficult to evaluate, diagnose…
By Hayley Iosue, DPM, Joseph Albright, DPM, and Mark Mendeszoon, DPM
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