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Does Patient Age Influence First Ray Procedure Selection?
These authors offer a closer look at hallux abducto valgus and the impact of age on treatment decisions in adolescents and elderly patients.
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Tackling The 10 Myths Of Barefoot Running
This author investigates common misconceptions about barefoot running and expounds on the positive effects of minimalist footwear.
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Can Compact Lasers Have An Impact For Onychomycosis?
In recent years, laser therapy has emerged as a possible treatment option for onychomycosis. Given the variety of available lasers, this author offers insights on a couple of compact laser systems and provides a helpful primer on the technology behind laser therapy modalities.
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Transitioning From A Solo Practice To A Group Practice
A group podiatry practice can offer numerous financial benefits but stepping away from a solo practice can be a very difficult decision. By providing an example of a solo DPM that he worked with in weighing this decision, this practice management consultant illustrates some of the key issues and considerations for solo practitioners looking to join a group practice.
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A Guide To Endoscopic Decompression For Intermetatarsal Neuromas
When conservative measures fail, endoscopic decompression may provide pain relief of Morton’s neuroma. This author provides key diagnostic pearls, imaging insights and surgical tips.
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A Guide To Drug-Drug Interactions In Podiatry
Given the likelihood that one of your patients is already taking a prescription drug, it is critical to be aware of potential interactions between medications. In addition to reviewing pertinent pharmacology principles, this author offers insights on azole antifungals, NSAIDs and a variety of other medications, and how to reduce the risk of harmful interactions.
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Assessing LLD And Whether Shoe Lifts Can Have An Impact
While most of the published research on leg length discrepancy (LLD) focuses on surgical intervention, conservative care may be helpful in this regard. Accordingly, this author discusses the assessment of LLD and how shoe lifts can be beneficial.
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Can Low-Level Laser Therapy Have An Impact For Small Fiber Neuropathy?
In addition to reviewing diagnostic testing for small fiber neuropathy and current treatments, these authors discuss recent study results for low-level laser therapy.
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Key Pearls For Performing Bunion Surgery
When performing bunion surgery, one must keep in mind various biomechanical considerations. These authors discuss factors such as the intermetatarsal angle and metatarsal declination as well as the importance of pronation and first ray hypermobility.
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Current Insights On First MPJ Implants
Recent years have seen the rise of innovative implants for first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) pathologies. Accordingly, this author offers an intriguing review of the current literature on first MPJ arthroplasty.
