This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here September 29, 2020 .TOP NEWS Where are we with telemedicine and wound care? Podiatry Today In light of telehealth services taking on an increasingly prominent role in the health care community, our panelists share their varied experiences, discuss the benefits and pitfalls of this evolving system, and expound upon the future role of telemedicine in podiatric practice. READ MORE .PROFESSION NEWS Telehealth is expected to drive $29B in healthcare services in 2020 Healthcare Finance Due in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth has evolved from an alternative means of care to one of the primary ways in which many patients seek treatment. That's reflected in the numbers: In 2020, virtual care is expected to account for more than 20% of all medical visits in the U.S., which in turn is projected to drive $29 billion in total healthcare services. READ MORE MULTIBRIEFS EXCLUSIVE National task force encourages Congress to maintain telehealth support, but many doctors are leery By Scott E. Rupp Few subjects in healthcare have gained more attention than the meteoric rise in the use of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Doctors of all stripes turned to telehealth to keep their heads above water. Hospitals and health systems, too, implemented the technology in much the same manner: anything to keep revenue coming in and the lights on. However, nearly 60% of physicians interviewed as part of a recent survey said they remain leery about the quality of care they can provide remotely. READ MORE The 10 best states for physicians in 2020 Medical Economics What are the best states for physicians? Like most things in life, choosing where to practice medicine comes with pros, cons and trade-offs. Some physicians want to practice in a big city, others a one-stoplight town — and everything in between. READ MORE FDA recommends health care professionals discuss naloxone with all patients when prescribing opioid pain relievers or medicines to treat opioid use disorder FDA To reduce the risk of death from opioid overdose, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making the following recommendations about the opioid reversal medicine, naloxone: READ MORE Instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization for the management of chronic plantar heel pain: A pilot study Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association The purpose of this study was to determine feasibility of further investigation of treatment with instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization, using the Graston technique, compared with conservative care for treatment of chronic plantar heel pain. READ MORE 5 ways to boost practice efficiency on a shoestring budget Podiatry Management It is every manager’s mantra: “Do more with the same number of staff.” Translation? See more patients. Submit more claims. Generate more revenue — all while providing high-quality, low-cost care. READ MORE . CURRENT RESEARCH ARTICLES OF INTEREST Psychosocial care for people with diabetes: A position statement of the American Diabetes Association Diabetes Care Complex environmental, social, behavioral, and emotional factors, known as psychosocial factors, influence living with diabetes, both type 1 and type 2, and achieving satisfactory medical outcomes and psychological well-being. Thus, individuals with diabetes and their families are challenged with complex, multifaceted issues when integrating diabetes care into daily life. READ MORE Systematic review of postural control and lateral ankle instability, part II: Is balance training clinically effective? Journal of Athletic Training The objective of this study was to answer the following clinical questions: (1) Can prophylactic balance and coordination training reduce the risk of sustaining a lateral ankle sprain? (2) Can balance and coordination training improve treatment outcomes associated with acute ankle sprains? (3) Can balance and coordination training improve treatment outcomes in patients with chronic ankle instability? READ MORE Relationships between mechanical joint stability and somatosensory function in individuals with chronic ankle instability The Foot Individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI) have demonstrated alterations in ankle mechanics and deficits in sensory function. However, relationships between mechanical stability and somatosensory function have not been examined, nor have those between somatosensory function and injury history characteristics. READ MORE   Foot & Ankle Weekly Connect with ACPM Dennis Hall, Director of Publishing, MultiView, 469-420-2656 | Download media kit Christina Nava, Assist. 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