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Biomechanics & Orthotics Specialty Channel

Feature
06/24/2021
Paul Langer, DPM, DABPM, FAAPSM
As technology continues to evolve, what will this mean for the customized footwear industry? More specifically, what are the potential benefits and challenges that the podiatrist may face in light of this evolution? In this article, the...
As technology continues to evolve, what will this mean for the customized footwear industry? More specifically, what are the potential benefits and challenges that the podiatrist may face in light of this evolution? In this article, the...
As technology continues to...
06/24/2021
Podiatry Today
Orthotics Q&A
06/08/2021

Guest Clinical Editor: Alicia Canzanese, DPM
Panelists: Joseph Agostinelli, DPM, Michael Donato, DPM and Jay Spector, DPM

Guest Clinical Editor: Alicia Canzane...
Seasonal changes in footwear, along with patient expectations, often result in inquiries to podiatrists about balancing shoe options with custom orthotic and biomechanical needs. Here the panelists discuss their personal experiences and...
Seasonal changes in footwear, along with patient expectations, often result in inquiries to podiatrists about balancing shoe options with custom orthotic and biomechanical needs. Here the panelists discuss their personal experiences and...
Seasonal changes in footwear,...
06/08/2021
Podiatry Today
Revisiting Supine Non-Weight Bearing Casting For Fabrication Of Functional Foot Orthotics And AFOs
04/30/2021

By Richard Stess, DPM

By Richard Stess, DPM
In this article, the author provides a refresher to practitioners as to how best to position themselves and their patients regardless of material or technology utilized when capturing a model of the foot and ankle with the neutral suspension...
In this article, the author provides a refresher to practitioners as to how best to position themselves and their patients regardless of material or technology utilized when capturing a model of the foot and ankle with the neutral suspension...
In this article, the author...
04/30/2021
Podiatry Today
Richie
Blog
04/27/2021
Doug Richie Jr. DPM FACFAS FAAPSM
I just attended the International Foot and Ankle Biomechanics (I-FAB) meeting which took place April 11-14, 2021 in São Paulo, Brazil. Fortunately, this meeting was held virtually so I did not have to take a trip out of the country to attend...
I just attended the International Foot and Ankle Biomechanics (I-FAB) meeting which took place April 11-14, 2021 in São Paulo, Brazil. Fortunately, this meeting was held virtually so I did not have to take a trip out of the country to attend...
I just attended the...
04/27/2021
Podiatry Today
Pertinent Orthotic Considerations For Hallux Limitus And Hallux Rigidus
Orthotics Q&A
03/29/2021

Guest Clinical Editor: Karen Langone, DPM, DABPM, FACPM, FAAPSM
Panelists: Richard Blake, DPM, MS, FAAPSM, Brian Fullem, DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM, Lisa Schoene, DPM, ATC, FACFAS, FAAPSM

Guest Clinical Editor: Karen Langone,...
Biomechanical optimization can play an essential role in remedying varying levels of limited motion at the first MPJ. Accordingly, our panelists share their thoughts and experience on best practices, interventions they try to avoid and...
Biomechanical optimization can play an essential role in remedying varying levels of limited motion at the first MPJ. Accordingly, our panelists share their thoughts and experience on best practices, interventions they try to avoid and...
Biomechanical optimization can...
03/29/2021
Podiatry Today
Richie
Blog
03/26/2021
Doug Richie Jr. DPM FACFAS FAAPSM
Should podiatrists refer all post-amputation patients to a pedorthist or orthotist for conservative care in the form of offloading devices?
Should podiatrists refer all post-amputation patients to a pedorthist or orthotist for conservative care in the form of offloading devices?
Should podiatrists refer all...
03/26/2021
Podiatry Today
DeHeer
Blog
03/24/2021
Patrick DeHeer DPM FACFAS
“Standard of care” is a misunderstood term amongst physicians, yet it impacts everything we do regarding our patients' care. Legally, medical malpractice falls under the general category of negligence in law.1 A plaintiff’s attorney must...
“Standard of care” is a misunderstood term amongst physicians, yet it impacts everything we do regarding our patients' care. Legally, medical malpractice falls under the general category of negligence in law.1 A plaintiff’s attorney must...
“Standard of care” is a...
03/24/2021
Podiatry Today
Can Early Correction Of Hyperpronation Help Prevent Secondary Deformities?
03/01/2021

By Mikkel Jarman, DPM

By Mikkel Jarman, DPM
Offering a closer look at the literature on pediatric hyperpronation, this author emphasizes the importance of early treatment to prevent potential long-term effects of this abnormality.
Offering a closer look at the literature on pediatric hyperpronation, this author emphasizes the importance of early treatment to prevent potential long-term effects of this abnormality.
Offering a closer look at the...
03/01/2021
Podiatry Today
Myth-Busting Concepts About Custom Foot Orthoses
Forum
02/25/2021

By Kevin A. Kirby, DPM

By Kevin A. Kirby, DPM
The use of custom foot orthoses to treat foot maladies dates back to as early as 1845 when Queen Victoria’s chiropodist, Lewis Durlacher, developed a molded-leather device to correct for “plantar pressure lesions” and “foot imbalances.”1...
The use of custom foot orthoses to treat foot maladies dates back to as early as 1845 when Queen Victoria’s chiropodist, Lewis Durlacher, developed a molded-leather device to correct for “plantar pressure lesions” and “foot imbalances.”1...
The use of custom foot orthoses...
02/25/2021
Podiatry Today
Richie
Blog
02/24/2021
Doug Richie Jr. DPM FACFAS FAAPSM
It is the most common musculoskeletal condition affecting the feet of older individuals yet the underlying cause of digital deformities in the human foot remains poorly understood.1,2
It is the most common musculoskeletal condition affecting the feet of older individuals yet the underlying cause of digital deformities in the human foot remains poorly understood.1,2
It is the most common...
02/24/2021
Podiatry Today

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