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Snake Bites to the Lower Extremity Reported to U.S. Emergency Departments
Background: Thousands of snake bites occur in the U.S. each year. Venomous snake bites can produce serious adverse effects, and even bites from nonvenomous snakes may cause adverse effects. Snake bites are often treated at hospital emergency departments (EDs). The objective of this study was to describe snake bites to the lower extremity treated at US hospital EDs.
By Mathias B. Forrester, BS
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Patellofemoral taping: Pain relief mechanisms
A recent study sheds new light on the underlying mechanisms of patellar taping, helps explain some previous contradictory findings, and provides strong evidence for patient specific treatments.
By Frances T. Sheehan, PhD
Night splint treatment of plantar fasciitis pain
Both the traditional adjustable night splint and a dorsal night splint improved plantar fasciitis pain outcome scores in a retrospective study, with results trending in favor of the dorsal design.
By Selene G. Parekh, MD, MBA, Olubusola A. Brimmo, MD, Ryan May, BS, and Bret C. Peterson, MD.
ACL experts aim to take training to the next level
Research suggests that training protocols can reduce the risk of anterior cruciate ligament tear, but epidemiological evidence suggests that in the real world, training doesn’t work as well as it should.
By Barbara Boughton
Spinal cord injury: Role of ankle foot orthoses
The current approach to gait retraining after incomplete spinal cord injury emphasizes restoration of normal walking patterns rather than compensation, which is changing perceptions about AFOs.
By Preeti M Nair, PT, PhD, and Andrea L Behrman, PT, PhD
Evidence-based foot care in patients with diabetes
The medical literature provides a range of evidence on which to base treatment decisions, but the practitioner must interpret and evaluate that evidence in the context of his or her clinical expertise.
By Cordell Atkins, PT, DPT, CWS, CDE, CPed
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Welcome to Lower Extremity Review or LER as we call it. This long awaited magazine fills the lower extremity information gap for practitioners in the fields of Podiatry, Physical Therapy, O&P Pedorthics, and Orthopedics. With over 20 years experience in multi-disciplinary editorial development and publishing, the collaboration of this incredible team has made this publication possible
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Townsend Nox Splint
Townsend announces the release of the Nox splint. The Nox (from the Greek word for night) splint is designed for nighttime relief and treatment of plantar fasciitis, fibromatosis, Achilles tendinitis, heel spurs, and foot drop. At one third the weight and bulk of...
Therapeutic Kickstart System
Cadence Biomedical introduces the therapeutic version of the Kickstart Walking System, a rehabilitation system designed to help physical therapists maximize rehabilitation outcomes in patients who have experienced a neurological injury. Kickstart’s technology provides...
Therafirm Ease Compression
New from Therafirm is the Ease premium opaque gradient compression line, which complements Knit-Rite’s patented Core-Spun by Therafirm compression socks. Both the gradient compression line and the compression socks are engineered using ultra stretchy yarns for comfort...
Slim Fit Max Insoles
Foot Management is now introducing its Slim Fit Max insole, which is made with durable EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) top and bottom covers for added comfort and shock absorption. This orthotic device has a sturdy polypropylene shell that is designed to provide the foot...
Orfitrans Excel
Orfitrans Excel from Allied O&P Supply is a new polyethylene (PE) copolymer for ankle and foot orthoses and flexible prosthetic sockets and liners. It comes in black or semitransparent. It has a very low friction that is not tacky or sticky to the mold, pulls very...
MultiMotion Joint
Allard USA offers its new MultiMotion joint, a dynamic corrective system joint designed to ensure fast, efficient, and effective treatment of contractures resulting from neurological conditions. MultiMotion features three simple adjustments: flexion/extension, ROM...
iWALK2.0 Hands-free Crutch
The iWALK2.0 is a hands-free crutch designed to end the pain and inconvenience of conventional crutches. It allows people with lower leg injuries to lead functional, hands-free, pain-free lives during the nonweight-bearing phases of their rehabilitation. Safe, stable,...
Dorsal Night Splint
New on the market, Powerstep’s Dorsal Night Splint offers patients relief from the pain and discomfort associated with plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis. This low profile splint holds the foot in a neutral or slightly flexed position overnight to prevent...
CV2 from Good Blood Flow
Good Blood Flow introduces the CV2, a wellness product designed to increase venous and arterial lower extremity blood flow. In addition to improving circulation, the CV2 can be used to help relieve restless leg syndrome; reduce leg pain and edema; and assist with...
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