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Study Examines First MPJ Arthrodesis Failure And Revisions

11/21/2018

A recent study examines the most common reasons for failure of first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) arthrodesis and the most effective revision procedures.

A recent study examines the most...

11/21/2018

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Two-Piece Hammertoe Implant Offers Easier Insertion

10/22/2018

Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor

An emerging hammertoe implant may provide strong correction and interphalangeal stabilization with less trauma to tissues. The opti-Toe®, part of a new generation of cannulated implants, is composed of titanium and offers ease of...

An emerging hammertoe implant...

10/22/2018

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Study Compares Four Treatments For Chronic Plantar Fasciitis

10/22/2018

Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor

Comparing extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), platelet-rich plasma (PRP), local corticosteroid injection and prolotherapy for chronic plantar fasciitis, a recent study concludes that the effects of each treatment vary in duration.

Comparing extracorporeal...

10/22/2018

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ADA Releases Revised Clinical Practice Guidelines

03/03/2002

Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recently released its revisions of the 2002 Clinical Practice Recommendations. Will these revisions lead to improved clarity, better outcomes and a heightened awareness of diagnostic indicators among...

The American Diabetes...

03/03/2002

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Fifteen Percent Of Diabetics Will Develop Foot Ulcers

02/03/2002

Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor

How prevalent are foot ulcers among patients with diabetes? About 2.4 million diabetes patients, representing 15 percent of the estimated 16 million Americans afflicted with the disease, will develop serious foot ulcers during their...

How prevalent are foot ulcers...

02/03/2002

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Study Questions Compression Bandages

01/03/2002

Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor

Should you use compression bandages to help treat patients with venous leg ulcers? A recent study reveals a downside to using these bandages. Some patients who were treated for venous leg ulcers with compression bandaging developed toe...

Should you use compression...

01/03/2002

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