Lower Extremity Review
Background: Treadmills are the most popular piece of exercise equipment, with millions of people in the United States (US) using the devices each year. Thousands of people are treated for treadmill-related injuries in the US annually. The objective of this study was to describe treadmill-related lower extremity injuries treated at US hospital emergency departments (EDs).
By Mathias B. Forrester, BS
The management of DFUs complicated by the effects of lower limb edema is clinically challenging, and both conditions can require a multifaceted treatment approach. Lower limb edema is a common comorbidity in those with diabetes and foot ulceration and is linked with increased amputation risk.
By Justine Tansley, MRCPod; Richard Collings, PhD, DSc (Hons); Jennifer Williams, BSc (Hons); and Joanne Paton, PhD, MSc
Addressing associated reduced muscle function and strength may improve treatment outcomes for plantar heel pain. People with plantar heel pain (PHP) have reduced foot and ankle muscle function, strength, and size, which is frequently treated by muscle strengthening exercises.
By John W. A. Osborne, PhDc; Hylton B. Menz, PhD, DSc, BPod(Hons); Glen A. Whittaker, PhD, BPod(Hons); and Karl B. Landorf, PhD
Designed to give foot and ankle surgeons ease of use and procedural efficiency, the procedure-specific DynaClip Delta™ and DynaClip Quattro™ bone staples—both with a 4-leg configuration—are pre-loaded on disposable inserters that facilitate quick deployment and accurate leg positioning. In addition, the DynaClip Delta staples are designed to…
Finnish-based Taika3D, a global provider of custom orthotics software, announced its collaboration with Mosaic Manufacturing, Toronto, Canada, a provider of 3D printing solutions, aimed at elevating the design and manufacture of orthoses, cost-effectively and at scale. This collaboration optimizes Taika3D’s design automation software for…
Atlas of Amputations and Limb Deficiencies: Surgical, Prosthetic, and Rehabilitation Principles, Fifth Edition, remains the definitive reference on the surgical and prosthetic management of acquired and congenital limb loss. Developed in partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), it discusses the most recent advances…
The 2 menisci per knee are susceptible to wear and injury, and the meniscus is generally not a favorable candidate for a surgical procedure because blood is only supplied in certain sections. Toward this end, researchers at Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology—doctoral student Federica Orellana and…
MediCaptain is an innovative sports protection brand that has released multiple sports socks with unique metatarsal padding. This padding offers a pragmatic solution for athletes seeking enhanced foot support. These socks deliver special protection to the metatarsal bone, a common spot of injury in cleated sports like soccer and rugby.
Parag Chitnis, PhD, of George Mason University led a team that developed a wearable ultrasound system that can produce clinically relevant information about muscle function during dynamic physical activity. Many medical technologies can give doctors a window into the inner workings of a patient’s body, but few can be used while that patient is moving.
A new innovation by Chatchanee Pakavatsoontorn, a lecturer with Chulalongkorn University (Chula) Engineering, Thailand, checks body balance and balance loss for behavior changes and fall prevention to promote fall risk awareness and knowledge. The “Balance Assessment Device,” with only…
Bauerfeind’s new and improved GenuTrain A3 knee brace is designed for people living an active lifestyle who need support for chronic, mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis pain. The newly designed star-shaped patella pad with extra effective zones provides even better pain relief and helps stabilize the knee.
Hanger Inc., a provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) patient care services and solutions, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Fillauer, an O&P manufacturer and innovator. Fillauer is a family-owned company with a legacy of over 100 years.
MedRhythms’ InTandem (MR-001) is available by prescription for at-home use to improve walking and ambulation in adults living with chronic stroke walking impairments. This is an evidence-based neurorehabilitation system based on the principles of rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS), an…
Body Pro 2 is a revolutionary device that redefines the nature and use of cellular-connected smart scales. It combines habit-forming user features with a pioneering modular approach to manage chronic conditions within one versatile device. Its core capabilities allow care teams to capture advanced health metrics such as…
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announced that its 2024 Annual Meeting (May 28–31) will start off with a special preconference event: a Planning Meeting for the International Society of Exercise Oncology. The target audience includes exercise oncology researchers…
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