David J. Soomekh, DPM, FACFAS

Platelet-Rich Plasma: Can It Have An Impact For Plantar Fasciitis?

10/24/2012

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) has been in use for decades in various medical disciplines and recently has shown some promise in treating heel pain. This author discusses how PRP fits into his treatment regimen for chronic plantar fasciitis and...

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) has...

10/24/2012

Podiatry Today

A Closer Look At Platelet-Rich Plasma For Achilles Tendon Pathology

10/24/2011

David J. Soomekh , DPM, FACFAS;

Bob Baravarian , DPM, FACFAS;

Sydney K. Yau , DPM;

As orthobiologic technology continues to advance, these authors discuss the theory behind platelet-rich plasma (PRP), offer a thorough review of the literature on PRP for Achilles tendon injuries and provide insights from their clinical...

As orthobiologic technology...

10/24/2011

Podiatry Today

Emerging Insights On Platelet-Rich Plasma

04/28/2010

David J. Soomekh , DPM, FACFAS;

Platelet-rich plasma has become more popular over the last several years as an orthobiologic option for foot and ankle injuries. Incorporating a mix of research findings with his own clinical experience, this author takes a closer look at how...

Platelet-rich plasma has become...

04/28/2010

Podiatry Today

Diagnostic Dilemmas

When Neurosensory Testing Can Help Pinpoint The Cause Of Heel Pain

09/03/2004

David J. Soomekh , DPM, FACFAS;

Babak Baravarian , DPM, FACFAS;

While there are many different causes of primary heel pain, it is often misdiagnosed as simple plantar fasciitis without the proper diagnostic tools. This is especially true for patients who have recurring symptoms and/or have failed multiple...

While there are many different...

09/03/2004

Podiatry Today

Diagnostic Dilemmas

How To Diagnose And Treat Interdigital Neuritis

01/03/2005

David J. Soomekh , DPM, FACFAS;

Babak Baravarian , DPM, FACFAS;

In 1876, Morton described a peculiar and painful affliction of the foot in the area of the fourth and fifth metatarsals as the metatarsals compress the plantar interdigital nerve. Describing this as a neuroma is bit of a misnomer as the...

In 1876, Morton described a...

01/03/2005

Podiatry Today