Arcopedico USA is introducing Retro-Style Summer Sandals for 2015. Ellie is a 60s-inspired peep-toe design featuring a metallic leather upper and an adjustable Velcro ankle-strap closure for a secure fit…
Retro-Style Summer Sandals
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March
Lower Extremity Review
Out on a limb: Rethinking pain
Pain doesn’t always behave the way we think it will. An intervention that relieves pain in the majority of patients might not provide relief for a significant minority. But that might mean we need to change the way we think about pain.
Jordana Bieze Foster, Editor
Down syndrome and total hip arthroplasty: Opportunities to optimize outcomes
Total hip arthroplasty can markedly improve quality of life in patients with Down syndrome, but the comorbidities and developmental disability associated with the chromosomal abnormality need to be taken into…
By Shalmali Pal
Hallux valgus and plantar pressure measurement
Researchers and clinicians have found that plantar pressure assessment can help document the dynamic effects of hallux valgus surgery, postoperative physical therapy, and footwear or orthotic interventions, particularly in cases…
By Hank Black
The role of hip strength in ACL rehabilitation
A protocol that includes isolated hip strengthening exercises during the early stages of postoperative rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction may provide a platform on which to build in the later stages of rehab and may predict future performance.
By J. Craig Garrison, PhD, PT, ATC, SCS
Elastic therapeutic tape: The search for evidence
Athletes swear by it, but quality studies on elastic therapeutic tape are hard to come by, and the literature is littered with conflicting or inconclusive findings about the technique’s efficacy…
By Cary Groner
Predicting recurrence after clubfoot treatment
In the search for factors that predict recurrence after use of the Ponseti method for successful treatment of idiopathic clubfoot, conclusive evidence is in short supply. However, the one factor that is…
By Rachel Y. Goldstein, MD, MPH
Low back pain and risk of lower extremity injury
Low back pain is associated with kinematic and kinetic alterations that can increase the risk of lower extremity injury, particularly in the presence of fatigue. New research suggests…
By Ram Haddas, PhD
Sigvaris Zurich Collection
Sigvaris introduces its most luxurious line of graduated compression socks made from natural fibers. The Zurich Collection features two exclusive socks crafted from some of the world’s finest materials and designed to relieve tired…
ComfortLast Insoles
Powerstep’s ComfortLast Cushioning Insoles combine shock-absorbing gel technology and slow-recovery foam for maximum comfort. Full-length, total contact ComfortLast insoles are intended for patients with plantar fasciitis, heel pain…
Becker Compact Ankle Joint
Becker Orthopedic introduces the Compact Double Action Ankle Joint (Model 725) for orthotic devices. The low-profile, lightweight ankle joint comes fully assembled and is designed specifically for use with thermoplastics.
ACTitouch Compression
Tactile Medical (formerly Tactile Systems Technology) has launched ACTitouch Adaptive Compression Therapy, which combines intermittent and sustained compression in one device to heal chronic venous leg ulcers.
ComfortFit Custom Shoes
ComfortFit Orthotic Labs has added custom shoes to its growing line of foot care products. The company now offers four styles of custom shoes for men: the Hiker chukka boot, the Work Force high-top boot, the Casual Dress low-top oxford…
Ottobock Harmony E2
Ottobock announces the Harmony E2 electronic vacuum pump option for the Harmony Volume Management System. Connected to the prosthesis by a four-hole adapter plate, the E2 can be easily removed for charging, weight reduction…
PediFix FungaFiles
The PediFix Footcare Company introduces FungaFiles for treating warts and fungal nails. FungaFiles are the first disposable debridement files for patient use between office visits. Disposing of the files after use helps prevent reinfection…
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