Lower Extremity Review
Hammer toe deformities are common foot pathologies and lead to a high proportion of podiatry office visits. This talk provides a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and strategies associated with recurrent digital deformities and metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) pain following hammer toe surgeries.
An overview of the talk by Adrienne M. Estes, DPM, MS, FACFAS, DABPM, FAPWHc
In the introductory article on the dirty truth of biomechanics, we presented a playbook laying out 12 particularly concerning issues as they relate to human weight-bearing and locomotion. In this installment, we will delve into dirty truth number one, problematic anatomy, laying out the “whats” and the “whys”, and how computer-aided gait analysis (CAGA) can make this dirty truth a bit cleaner and more digestible.
By Jay Segel, DPM; Sally Crawford, MS
Adequate muscle strength, efficient gait, and good balance, which decline with age, are crucial contributors to independence and well-being. Aging is often associated with disability and multiple health concerns. To address these challenges, effective interventions are essential. This study investigated potential age-related declines in gait, balance, and…
By Asghar Rezaei, Sandesh G. Bhat, Chih-Hsiu Cheng, Robert J. Pignolo, Lichun Lu, and Kenton R. Kaufman
A portion of people use or carry cell phones while using bicycles and other non-motor vehicles (eg, scooters, skateboards, skates). This can increase the risk of injury. This study described cell phone-related lower extremity injuries while using non-motor vehicles that were treated at United States (US) hospital emergency departments (EDs).
By Mathias B. Forrester, BS
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Registry Program released the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) 2024 Annual Report Supplement during the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego.
Prior authorization (PA) has been implemented by payors in an effort to reduce unnecessary healthcare utilization. However, obtaining PA has been shown to increase the administrative burden and delay access to care. To our knowledge, the financial burden and cost-effectiveness of PA in total hip arthroplasty (THA) is yet to be determined.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1A) have advanced the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Given the prevalence of these conditions among candidates for total joint arthroplasty (TJA), managing GLP-1A in the perioperative period is crucial to minimize complications.
Hip and knee arthritis is debilitating for patients but the decreased activity level and independence may also affect spouses. Spouses of individuals who have undergone THA or TKA often assume caregiving roles during the postoperative rehabilitation period but may benefit in the long term from increased patient activity levels.
Soccer is one of the most popular youth sports in the United States and worldwide. Due to growing concerns regarding repeated head trauma, in 2015 the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) banned headers for athletes age 10 and under and limited athletes age 11 to 13 to practicing headers for 30 minutes per week.
The patented and PDAC-approved Prime Brace offers unmatched adaptability and patient compliance. Its modular design allows users to customize the level of stabilization based on their activities and footwear needs, making it a game-changer in ankle foot orthotic (AFO) treatment.
A team of researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and Karolinska Institutet, both located in Stockholm, Sweden, have developed a soft, robotic ankle exoskeleton consisting of actuation and transmission systems to assist 2 degrees of freedom simultaneously: dorsiflexion and eversion, then performed several proof-of-concept experiments on non-disabled persons.
Scottish scientists have developed a low-cost, flexible device that can help prevent blood clots for patients after an operation. Their polymer-based sensor fits underneath bandages and compression stockings like a sticking plaster, and a handheld reader measures whether the bandage is exerting the correct pressure on the body.
Scottish scientists have developed a low-cost, flexible device that can help prevent blood clots for patients after an operation. Their polymer-based sensor fits underneath bandages and compression stockings like a sticking plaster, and a handheld reader measures whether the bandage is exerting the correct pressure on the body.
Kistler has introduced a portable digital 3D force plate with piezoelectric sensors for balance and gait analyses. Thanks to digital technology, the portable force plate allows simpler measurement setups, accommodates up to 16 force plates connected in series, and requires less additional hardware than…
The GenuTrain S Pro knee brace, which is designed for active lifestyle and athletic use, adds mechanical stability to the joint by stabilizing the knee with 2 adjustable hinges that are integrated medially and laterally. Depending on the indication, the hinge can be blocked out to limit movement during rehabilitation.
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