Lower Extremity Review
Clinicians know that handling a lacrosse stick or other types of sport-specific equipment can affect an athlete’s movement patterns in potentially harmful ways. Now researchers are beginning to quantify these types of effects and explore their clinical implications.
By Jill R. Dorson
Clinicians in areas affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma were prepared for issues involving preexisting lower extremity concerns, but were surprised by the number of cases they saw in the storm’s aftermath involving healthy people trying to function under extraordinary conditions.
By Nancy Shohet West
High ankle sprains in collegiate athletes differ from lateral or medial ankle sprains in multiple clinically relevant ways. These include loss of sports participation time, mechanism of injury, rates of injury during competition versus practices, and the possible long-term risk of osteoarthritis.
By Timothy C. Mauntel, PhD, ATC; and Zachary Y. Kerr, PhD, MPH
Orthotic devices for hallux limitus are designed to limit first metatarsophalangeal joint motion while providing cushioning and plantar pressure distribution. A lack of quality research on conservative treatment of the disorder, however, forces clinicians to rely on their own experience.
By Hank Black
Achilles tendon ruptures are severe injuries that are associated with a long recovery and significantly affect an athlete’s ability to function at a high level. In devising strategies for rehabilitation and return to play, the goal of clinicians and athletes alike is to try to minimize this impact.
By J. Turner Vosseller, MD
Created as an alternative to heavy, difficult-to-secure walking boots, the new Richie AeroSpring Brace Systems have been designed to treat common conditions treated with walking boots. The AeroSpring “system approach” combines the therapeutic effects of a…
Ovation Medical has introduced the new Game Changer Premium Universal OA Knee Brace, designed to get knee osteoarthritis patients back to as much activity as possible. The brace should be worn for 30 to 60 minutes on the first day, and…
Coral now offers Coral Daily Vitamin D3, designed to help maintain strong bones and good overall health in the millions of Americans who are deficient in vitamin D, even during the summer months when sun exposure promotes natural vitamin D production.
Academy Award-winning Vicon has announced the availability of a new compact camera, the Vertex. The Vertex camera boasts a small and flexible design, with wide angle fields of view, allowing it to capture significant volumes in very tight spaces.
KidSport Cushioning Insoles are new, affordable full-length insoles from Powerstep that are specifically designed for children. KidSport is a fully cushioned, less aggressive option for children’s footwear, which often lacks sufficient cushioning or support.
Ottobock launches WalkOn Reaction Junior ankle foot orthosis (AFO). Based on the WalkOn Reaction Plus, the WalkOn Reaction Junior is designed for children requiring greater support than traditional dorsiflexion-assist AFOs provide.
Xelero has replaced its original best-selling pedorthic shoe, Hyperion, with the Hyperion II. This outdoor shoe, optimized for excursions in extreme conditions, is available as a women’s low top and a men’s low top and high top.
Elite Orthopaedics introduces the Advantage Post Operative Adjustable Knee Brace, designed to provide controlled range of motion for patients recovering from knee surgery or those who have knee injuries or instabilities.
The Swede-O Thermal Vent Plantar DR is designed to help relieve pain and discomfort associated with plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, and other conditions. The device features a nonelastic strap that pulls the ankle into slight dorsiflexion and extends the toes gently to stretch the plantar fascia, while…
The new JAFO Free Flow ankle foot orthosis (AFO) sleeve uses a comfortable, 1/8″ thick CoolFlex material to secure a prefabricated AFO. The zip-up sleeve design is intended to eliminate the chafing that can be caused by AFO straps, as well as enhance blood circulation, increase…
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