Patients who have diabetes complicated by any degree of peripheral neuropathy are inherently at an increased risk for developing ulcers and infections. When patients with diabetes present with an ulceration, the degree of severity plays an important…

Discussing the case of a 65-year-old female patient who developed digital ischemia and subsequent bilateral gangrenous changes in the feet after vasopressor use, these authors review key considerations in facilitating successful limb salvage. 

In a case involving a 34-year-old patient who had left foot pain for four years, these authors discuss the rare muscular anomaly of flexor hallucis accessory longus and emphasize including accessory musculature in the differential diagnosis for foot…

Can a podiatrist rely on the evidence and his or her clinical experience when deciding to incorporate off-label use of a drug or device in a treatment plan? With this question in mind, this author delves into legal aspects, ethical considerations,…

Reviewing pertinent aspects of choosing an appropriate basketball shoe for athletes of varying ages and play levels, this author discusses key shoe features, playing surfaces and injury ramifications.

Early detection and intervention are critical to maximizing outcomes for patients with Charcot neuroarthropathy. With this in mind, these authors outline key nuances in laboratory evaluation, clinical examination and radiographic parameters for…

Point

Before implementing any new treatment modality to your practice, there are always two questions to ask: • Why do I want to offer this treatment? • What are the goals of this treatment? Fortunately, the answers are simple and consistent over time…

With winter sports in full swing, the panelists discuss their experiences with the unique nature of footwear, biomechanics and orthotics for these athletes.

Residents often seek to enhance their learning during this critical time in their careers. What are their go-to resources and how might these differ from the training of residents in years past? With this in mind, resident panelists share their…