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Podiatry Today
These expert panelists offer keys to pain management, discuss current guidelines and share their thoughts on palliative care treatment for patients at the end of their lives.
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Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
While abnormal rearfoot posture and its relationship to patellofemoral pain has been thoroughly discussed in the literature, its relationship to patellofemoral osteoarthritis has not been determined. This study aimed to examine whether rearfoot posture is associated with a higher prevalence of radiographic PFOA in a compartment-specific manner in patients with medial tibiofemoral osteoarthritis.
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Lower Extremity Review
Clinical studies have demonstrated that properly fitted footwear may alleviate knee pain resulting from osteoarthritis or other joint disease processes, while the wrong shoe can exacerbate the condition. How can practitioners help patients with knee pain make the distinction?
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Podiatry Today
The approach to the evaluation and management of acute Achilles tendon rupture has experienced a constant evolution over the past five decades. Both surgical and non-surgical treatments have had extensive study, and a wealth of new evidence is available that has changed the most basic tenets of management of this common injury.
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Prevention
It's summer, and your perfectly pedicured toes are begging to be shown off in a cute new pair of flip flops. One problem: Studies show this type of flimsy footwear can do a number on your feet — and ankles, lower back, hips, and legs. Walking in unsupportive thong sandals messes with your gait and your posture, leaving you with a weak foundation that makes you more prone to pain all over your body. So much for fun in the sun, right?
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By Lisa Mulcahy
 Patients are becoming more and more informed about the important issue of cleanliness when they visit the doctor's office. This is a good thing, because your patients' concern about germs in the treatment environment should be your concern, and your staff's responsibility. According to the Centers for Disease Control, a surprising 48 percent of healthcare workers don't wash their hands between patients.
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Physicians Practice
Medical Practices Should Lead By Examples
“Leading by examples” is the rarely discussed little brother of “leading by example.” With our diverse employee and patient populations, leading by examples is a necessity. I seek to explain the difference and how a physician might incorporate Leading by Examples to great effect.
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ACFAOM
An ACFAOM Certified Clinical Podiatric Medical Assistant (CCPMA) can perform routine nail care, pre-treatment foot exams, collect client health information correctly, set up a sterile field and much more. Click here for additional information about the CCPMA qualification and its potential value for your practice.
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Gait & Posture
Walking in high heels may alter gait in various ways, which may be of importance to designers and physicians.
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