The Power Forward and the Exploding Shoe

The Power Forward and the Exploding Shoe

Nowadays, when we see a headline about an “exploding shoe,” we instinctively think of an alarming situation involving the Transportation Security Administration—the TSA. Thankfully, that was not the case at a memorable February 20 Atlantic Coast Conference basketball game between Duke and North Carolina.

By Robert M. Conenello, DPM

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Type 2 Diabetes in Youth: A 21st Century Disorder

Type 2 Diabetes in Youth: A 21st Century Disorder

As obesity and overweight affect more adolescents, this disease, once attributed to middle age and older, is striking an aggressive course that all clinicians will need to address. With the increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity and with 18.5% (or 13.7 million) of youth already being obese,1 type 2 diabetes (T2D) in youth is becoming an important part of every healthcare practitioner’s daily practice.

By Neil H. White, MD

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Experience 40% Less Pressure with Duo Med Surg Shoe

Experience 40% Less Pressure with Duo Med Surg Shoe

Darco International is pleased to announce the latest addition to our line of products, the DUO Med Surg Shoe. The DUO is a high quality shoe that offers exceptional pressure relief to a wound or post operative site. The DUO features a dual injected EVA sole that provides FOUR TIMES better shock absorption and up to 40% less pressure than cheaper post op shoes.

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Bandage Replacement System

Bandage Replacement System

As reported in the literature self-adjustable tension tabs are 30% faster than bandage wrapping. The Compreflex Reduce Bandage Replacement System from Sigvaris requires 6 simple steps, making it an easy cut-to-fit inelastic product for decongestive therapy, in place of a bandage.

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Proprioceptive Insoles

Proprioceptive Insoles

Naboso Proprioceptive Insoles by Naboso Barefoot Technology bring the power of barefoot science and plantar proprioceptive stimulation to all footwear, regardless of support, cushion, or heel toe drop. Developed by podiatrist and human movement specialist…

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Thermal Vent Heel-Rite

Thermal Vent Heel-Rite

The Swede-O Thermal Vent Heel-Rite support is designed to help relieve plantar fasciitis pain and discomfort. Users adjust heel straps to provide optimal support to the plantar fascia ligament. The Heel-Rite fits comfortably in most shoes.

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Zero-Tool Prosthetic Quick

Zero-Tool Prosthetic Quick

With improvements in prosthetic technology, more amputees are becoming involved in extreme sports and activities. This means various legs for each diverse activity. The Sergius PQR-15 from Sergius Industries is the first lower-extremity prosthetic quick release that requires no tools to operate.

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Performance Block for Fitness

Performance Block for Fitness

OPTP has launched the Performance Block, a foam support tool for use in fitness training, yoga, Pilates, and physical  Therapy. Performance Block’s unique  patented “dip” shape supports the user during a variety of exercises and helps promote improved strength and functioning throughout the body.

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Redesigned Original AFO Assist

Redesigned Original AFO Assist

The Original AFO Assist from Home Heart Beats has been redesigned for the user’s greater convenience. The Original AFO Assist facilitates one-handed donning of AFOs and shoes for those with limited mobility, including patients with multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and other physical challenges.

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Sani-Vac 750A Dust Collector

Sani-Vac 750A Dust Collector

Handler Mfg offers its improved 750A Sani-Vac dust collector. The unit incorporates new features intended to assist podiatrists, pedorthists, orthopedists, physical therapists, and their associates by saving time and provide safe material pickup.

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Solid-Color Transfers

Solid-Color Transfers

Cascade Dafo, creators of the original Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis (DAFO), has launched a line of solid-color transfers for its custom braces. Patients can choose from 8 new color options and pair them with any of Cascade’s strap and padding designs and colors.

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Therafirm/Knit-Rite receive state award

Therafirm, Hamlet, NC, and its parent company, Knit-Rite, Kansas City, KS, received North Carolina’s Top Rural Exporter Award, one of five awards sponsored by the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina and presented by Governor Roy Cooper at a ceremony in the Governor’s Mansion on January 31.

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