This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here May 31, 2022 .TOP NEWS Microbiology of diabetic foot osteomyelitis – Is it geographically variable? The Foot Diabetic foot osteomyelitis (DFO) is a dreaded complication as both diagnosis and treatment of the condition is laborious. However, for proper decision on antibiotics in medical management of DFO, accurate determination of microbes is necessary to narrow the spectrum of coverage and to reduce adverse effects of long-term administration of antibiotics. READ MORE .PROFESSION NEWS Adolescent perspectives on participating in a feasibility trial investigating shoe inserts for patellofemoral pain Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Patellofemoral pain (PFP) affects one-quarter of adolescents, yet there are few evidence-informed recommendations to treat PFP in this population. HAPPi Kneecaps! is a randomised, controlled, participant- and assessor-blind, parallel-group feasibility trial of shoe inserts for adolescents with PFP. READ MORE Survival of primary ankle replacements: Data from global joint registries Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Ankle arthroplasty, commonly known as ankle replacement, is a surgical procedure for treating end-stage ankle osteoarthritis. Whilst evidence shows good clinical results after surgery, little is known of the long-term survival of ankle replacements and the need for ankle revision. READ MORE Rates of complications in Achilles tendon rupture repair using absorbable and nonabsorbable suture material: A systematic review The Foot The impact of suture type on tensile strength, re-rupture rates and infection risk in Achilles tendon rupture repair has not been well established. The aim of this review is to evaluate existing literature on the associated risk of postoperative infection with absorbable and non-absorbable suture materials in Achilles tendon rupture repair. READ MORE . CURRENT RESEARCH ARTICLES OF INTEREST What is the effect on kinesio taping on pain and gait in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome? Cureus Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the leading causes of anterior knee pain treated by orthopedists and physical therapists. This syndrome predominantly affects young, active individuals, and remains a challenging syndrome to manage due to the lack of quantitative diagnostic criteria to monitor during treatment. READ MORE  PRODUCT SHOWCASE Formula 7® Solution Formula 7® is the only paraben free soluble tolnaftate antifungal microemulsion fortified with cosmetic ingredients and bactericidal agents. Formula 7® is formulated with cosmetic ingredients that rehydrate and restore the natural physical properties and appearance of the skin and nail with each use. LEARN MORE What are risk factors for and outcomes of late amputation after treatment for lower extremity sarcoma: A childhood cancer survivor study report Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research via DocWire News Although pediatric lower extremity sarcoma once was routinely treated with amputation, multiagent chemotherapy as well as the evolution of tumor resection and reconstruction techniques have enabled the wide adoption of limb salvage surgery (LSS). Even though infection and tumor recurrence are established risk factors for early amputation (< 5 years) after LSS, the frequency of and factors associated with late amputation (≥ 5 years from diagnosis) in children with sarcomas are not known. READ MORE   Foot & Ankle Weekly Connect with ACPM Hailey Golden, Director of Publishing, MultiView, 469-420-2630 | Download media kit Kori Levingston, Content Editor, MultiView, 972-831-2701 | Contribute news American College of Podiatric Medicine American 1060 Aviation Blvd., Suite 100 | Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 212-997-0947 | Contact Us | www.acpmed.org/ Click here to unsubscribe.  Learn how to add us to your safe sender list so our emails get to your inbox. ADVERTISE SUBSCRIBE PAST ISSUES   7701 Las Colinas Ridge, Ste. 800, Irving, TX 75063