Partially occluding blood flow to the limbs, in com­bin­ation with low-load resistance exercise, appears to facilitate hypertrophy and strength gains in athletes and others while protecting the joints from damaging stresses. By Cary Groner

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Patellofemoral pain’s subgroup situation just got a lot more interesting, thanks to study findings presented in June at the annual meeting of the National Athletic Trainers Association in Baltimore, MD. By Jordana Bieze Foster, Editor

Turf toe is a common injury in football players competing on artificial turf, but it also occurs in soccer and baseball players on natural grass and other playing surfaces. Turf toe is a sprain of the capsule of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint; increasing grades of injury may include… By Patricia Pande, MClScPT, CSCS, CPed

Support is growing, in the medical literature and in clinical practice, for the use of skin substitutes and other advanced biologic therapies in chronic diabetic foot ulcers. But researchers and practitioners remain uncertain as to which of these advanced products are best for… By Hank Black

Study findings regarding strengthening interventions in runners with patello­femoral pain syndrome have been inconsis­tent, perhaps because specific subgroups are more responsive than others. Preliminary research suggests high school runners may make up… By Lace Luedke, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, CSCS

Limb length discrepancies (LLDs) as small as 1.5 cm can significantly affect gait, and some clinicians choose to intervene in cases of even smaller discrepancies. Many LLDs can be addressed orthotically, but surgical techniques are becoming less invasive and more effective. By Cary Groner

A history of knee or ankle injury is associated with an increased risk of medical issues—and not just those related to joint health—in middle age and later decades of life, according to research presented in June at the annual meeting of the  National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) in Baltimore, MD. By Jordana Bieze Foster

Sport specialization and high volumes of sports participation are significantly associated with the risk of injuries—and overuse injuries in particular—in youth athletes, according to research from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. By Jordana Bieze Foster

In basketball players, upper extremity ball handling positions affect lower extremity kinetics during landing and should be considered when designing injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols, according to research from George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. By Jordana Bieze Foster

Postural instability in patients with diabetic foot ulcers is a strong predictor of poor adherence to off-loading treatment with removable devices, according to a new multicenter study in which off-­loading adherence was, in turn, a strong predictor of wound healing. By Larry Hand

Gait mechanics in patients with diabetic foot ulcers differ from those of both healthy controls and patients with diabetes who have no history of foot ulcer, according to research from James Cook University in Queensland, Australia. By Jordana Bieze Foster

Obtaining an initial magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan prior to first ray amputation in patients with diabetes is significantly associated with a decrease in mortality rate but not reamputation rate, according to research from Staten Island, NY. By Jordana Bieze Foster

Bonapeda Enterprises offers the new FORS-15 offloading insole, which is designed to provide gentle, consistent, and durable offloading of selected areas of the foot without edge effects. The insole’s construction features 15-mm thick multilayered Poron, a stable fabric midlayer…

OPTP has added the Posture Brick to its line of fitness and therapy products. Posture Bricks can be used for yoga or Pilates, or in clinical settings focused on positioning, posture, and therapeutic exercise. Posture Bricks are made from closed-cell, heat-molded EVA…

The OrthoPulse Ultra from Cura­Medix is an acoustic pressure wave device that combines EPAT (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology), innovation, and performance to help physicians eliminate their patients’ musculoskeletal pain.

Sigvaris North America is putting its best foot forward this summer with the launch of several additions to the Microfiber Shades line of graduated compression stockings. Designed to give people a fun, new way to wear compression every day, the Microfiber Shades line is now…

EcoPure Coral Powder is derived from coral that is harvested “above-sea” to help protect the ocean. This powder, featured in the Coral Complex3 supplement from Coral, is also available on its own. EcoPure powder offers 350 mg of bio­available coral calcium per serving…

Össur has launched Rebound Hip, a comfortable, lightweight postoperative brace for patients recovering from hip arthro­scopy, gluteus medius repair, or hamstring repair surgery. The universal belt fits hip circumferences up to 48″, and an optional belt extender…

The Aquaroll System from AquarollUSA is designed to enhance treatment of the foot, ankle, and other extremities. The Aquaroll bead hydromassage system combines 30,000 glass beads and water in motion to create a standing wave.

The newest member of the Cosamin brand family, Cosamin Verde, is a dietary supplement formulated to help support joint health. Cosamin Verde’s vegetarian formula contains shellfish-free glucosamine hydrochloride, avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) powder…

The Caresox Diabetic Light Compression sock is designed to provide maximum comfort for patients with diabetes. Manu­factured in Italy, the quick-drying Silver DryStat fibers are antifungal, antibacterial, and odor resistant.

New from Pro-Tec Athletics is the PF Sleeve, a low-profile, comfortable option for treating plantar fasciitis. The PF Sleeve features an open-toe design and advanced stitching designed to provide targeted stabilization for the arch, heel, and Achilles tendon.