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Douglas Richie, Jr., DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM

03/23/2012
Given the relatively common nature of adult-acquired flatfoot, this author offers practical pearls and emerging insights from the literature on key biomechanical findings that can influence decision making for both conservative and surgical...
Given the relatively common nature of adult-acquired flatfoot, this author offers practical pearls and emerging insights from the literature on key biomechanical findings that can influence decision making for both conservative and surgical...
Given the relatively common...
03/23/2012
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01/29/2020
There has always been misunderstanding about the nomenclature, anatomy and role of certain nerves in the propagation of plantar heel pain.  For example, consider this simple quiz: Question:  What nerve innervates the periosteum and plantar...
There has always been misunderstanding about the nomenclature, anatomy and role of certain nerves in the propagation of plantar heel pain.  For example, consider this simple quiz: Question:  What nerve innervates the periosteum and plantar...
There has always been...
01/29/2020
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12/06/2016
A hot topic in the area of surgical procedures for treatment of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) is the possible need for correction of frontal plane deformity of the first metatarsal. This concept has been presented several times in past years at...
A hot topic in the area of surgical procedures for treatment of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) is the possible need for correction of frontal plane deformity of the first metatarsal. This concept has been presented several times in past years at...
A hot topic in the area of...
12/06/2016
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11/22/2013
In a podiatric practice, a single rewarding interaction with a patient can easily override any of the negative encounters of the day. I recently had this type of positive experience with a patient who followed up six months after undergoing...
In a podiatric practice, a single rewarding interaction with a patient can easily override any of the negative encounters of the day. I recently had this type of positive experience with a patient who followed up six months after undergoing...
In a podiatric practice, a...
11/22/2013
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07/09/2010
Last year, I wrote a blog for Podiatry Today entitled: “Why Podiatrists Should Not Fear Custom Foot Orthotics at Costco” (see http://www.podiatrytoday.com/blogged/why-podiatrists-should-not-fear-cu…). Interestingly, this blog has generated...
Last year, I wrote a blog for Podiatry Today entitled: “Why Podiatrists Should Not Fear Custom Foot Orthotics at Costco” (see http://www.podiatrytoday.com/blogged/why-podiatrists-should-not-fear-cu…). Interestingly, this blog has generated...
Last year, I wrote a blog for...
07/09/2010
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05/19/2021
Healthcare consumers should have a high degree of confidence that their doctors have met a “common standard” of core competencies to provide medical and surgical care within their scope of practice. DPMs do not currently meet this common...
Healthcare consumers should have a high degree of confidence that their doctors have met a “common standard” of core competencies to provide medical and surgical care within their scope of practice. DPMs do not currently meet this common...
Healthcare consumers should have...
05/19/2021
Podiatry Today
01/03/2003
While several large orthotic laboratories have offered AFOs for over 20 years, the increasing demand for the devices has become a significant phenomenon in the podiatric field. Why have podiatrists turned to AFOs more and more in recent...
While several large orthotic laboratories have offered AFOs for over 20 years, the increasing demand for the devices has become a significant phenomenon in the podiatric field. Why have podiatrists turned to AFOs more and more in recent...
While several large orthotic...
01/03/2003
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01/10/2019
A recent study of tendon and ligament loads in the foot adds to the debate about the sequence of events leading to adult-acquired flatfoot deformity (AAF).1 This new study, conducted by De la Portilla and coworkers, used finite element...
A recent study of tendon and ligament loads in the foot adds to the debate about the sequence of events leading to adult-acquired flatfoot deformity (AAF).1 This new study, conducted by De la Portilla and coworkers, used finite element...
A recent study of tendon and...
01/10/2019
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12/17/2015
Why are vendors claiming their products are “clinically proven”? I have always marveled at the bold statements made in advertisements for weight loss products, wrinkle creams and dietary supplements, which use phrases such as “doctor...
Why are vendors claiming their products are “clinically proven”? I have always marveled at the bold statements made in advertisements for weight loss products, wrinkle creams and dietary supplements, which use phrases such as “doctor...
Why are vendors claiming their...
12/17/2015
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06/25/2012
I am finalizing an upcoming cover story for Podiatry Today’s September issue titled, “Fall Prevention In The Elderly: Can Podiatric Physicians Have An Impact?” After searching the electronic databases, PubMed, Medline, Proquest, CINAHL and...
I am finalizing an upcoming cover story for Podiatry Today’s September issue titled, “Fall Prevention In The Elderly: Can Podiatric Physicians Have An Impact?” After searching the electronic databases, PubMed, Medline, Proquest, CINAHL and...
I am finalizing an upcoming...
06/25/2012
Podiatry Today