Lower Extremity Review
Many foot and ankle specialists focus on the musculoskeletal conditions of patients. Skin and nail conditions of the feet, however, are some of the most common complaints that patients have. This 3-part series describes the most common conditions patients present with to my office and provide some effective treatment options.
By Paul J. Betschart, DPM
Vaccines are greatly reducing the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths. Vaccines developed early in the pandemic continue to provide protection against severe disease caused by new variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the disease.
During the four weeks following May 13, 2021 when the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention relaxed its guidelines on mask wearing for those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, sales of Over The Counter (OTC) medications for easily transmitted ailments like colds and coughs experienced sharp increases as people’s social circles start to expand again.
Three pathogenic coronaviruses have emerged in the past two decades: the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV), the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), and SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19. Both SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2 are Sarbecoviruses.
Data from the prospective EPIC-Oxford Study show that non-meat eaters, especially vegans, had higher risks of either total or some site-specific fractures, particularly hip fractures. This is the first prospective study of diet group with both total and multiple specific fracture sites in vegetarians and vegans, and the…
Source: Broatch JR, Brophy-Williams N, Phillips EJ, et al. Compression Garments Reduce Muscle Movement and Activation during Submaximal Running. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2020 Mar;52(3):685-695. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000002182.
Welcome to Arize: the digital orthotic solution that provides innovative designs through 3D printing. Arize creates efficiencies at every step of the process, which means you can go from scanning to placing an order in as little as 5 minutes.
Superfeet, Ferndale, WA, has been acquired by private equity firm Westward Partners. Effective June 15, Westward assumed majority ownership. As the company transitions from being 100% employee-owned, the company will change structure from an S Corporation to a limited liability company.
Missouri State Representative Rasheen Aldridge (D-St. Louis) has stated that he plans to forward legislation to make healthcare more accessible to people with disabilities, including helping seniors with disabilities to receive access to care in their homes.
Fitterfirst self-standing Balance Aids are used to assist individuals in early rehabilitation or with limited balance by providing additional safety and support while building better balance and stability safely. They can also be used as indoor walking aids for improved mobility.
Researchers at Western Michigan University (Western) have developed a boot that is designed to accelerate the healing of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). The boot, called SenLore, offloads pressure on DFUs and also delivers a combination of heat and electrical stimulation to increase blood flow and dramatically speed up the healing process.
CEP Compression’s new outdoor collection includes the Hiking Merino and Light Merino socks designed to enhance the experience for hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels. Tested by hikers around the world, these socks are engineered to provide targeted, true graduated compression to improve circulation and blood flow where it’s needed most.
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) welcomed Kathy Dieringer, EdD, LAT, ATC, as its new president, serving a 3-year term. She has more than 30 years of sports medicine experience and brings with her a deep passion for the athletic training profession and a clear vision for her new role as she succeeds outgoing President, Tory Lindley, MA, ATC.
ComeBack Mobility’s Smart Crutch Tips and the corresponding physician and patient apps are a dynamic tool to instruct correct weight bearing on a limb after an injury or surgery; simply attach the devices to any round crutches.
Researchers from Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine and 2 South Korean institutions—Sungkyunkwan University and Chonnam National University—have developed an efficient technique for muscle regeneration and functional restoration in injured rats.
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