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abstract：:Optimal healing for fractures requires anatomic reduction and stable fixation. This optimizes not only bone healing, but optimal function within the limb including joint functioning. Proper ligamentous healing is also crucial for optimal functioning. In patients with injuries around the ankle involving distal tibiofib...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Grambart ST,Prusa RD,Ternent KM

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Combined flexor hallucis longus tendon transfer and bone-tendon allograft transplantation is a reasonable option for advanced distal-segment Achilles tendinopathy. This procedure provides anatomic restoration and improved function of the posterior muscle group without sacrificing the regional anatomy. Allograft transp...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Catanzariti AR,Hentges M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis is a successful and proven surgical procedure for patients who have significant arthritic changes, deformity, and failed previous operations. Surgical technique varies depending on the type of fixation. Basic surgical principles should not be violated. Correction of the deformity with ap...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Kim C,Catanzariti AR,Mendicino RW

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical treatment of the elderly can be a very difficult and complex endeavor. Appropriate and thorough evaluation of this group of patients is essential to identify surgical candidates who may be at increased risk for developing age-related problems, such as cognitive impairment or postoperative delirium. Involvemen...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Payton P,Shook JE

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The supination of the forefoot that develops with adult acquired flatfoot is defined as forefoot supinatus. This deformity is an acquired soft tissue adaptation in which the forefoot is inverted on the rearfoot. Forefoot supinatus is a reducible deformity. Forefoot supinatus can mimic, and often be mistaken for, a for...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Evans EL,Catanzariti AR

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past several years there has been a dramatic rise in the incidence of tuberculosis. Peripheral skeletal tuberculosis is, more often than not, misdiagnosed as osteoarthritis or pyogenic osteomyelitis. Tuberculosis is no longer a "zebra" among differential diagnoses. This article reviews the pathogenesis, along...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Kosinski MA,Smith LC

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article has attempted to provide some insight into the subject of death, dying, and the patient with AIDS. Even though the thought of death and dying is common, it is a topic that at most times is left unspoken. This is especially true in relationship to an illness that, among many, is considered taboo. This arti...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Vader B,Wrubel B,Vader M

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain in the second metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) is a complaint frequently encountered by foot and ankle specialists. The pathology associated with this joint is often painful and debilitating for the patient. In the past, typical treatment protocols for second MTPJ pathology were aimed at relief of patient symptom...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Shane A,Reeves C,Wobst G,Thurston P

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rehabilitation of foot and ankle injuries is essential for full functional recovery and prevention of chronic disease. Rehabilitation includes the usage of physical therapy modalities and rehabilitative exercise whose goals are the reduction of pain and edema and the increase of strength and proprioception. Physical t...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Losito JM,O'Neil J

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The congenital convex pes valgus deformity has been presented in reference to its etiology, pathologic anatomy, diagnosis, and treatment. It is imperative that this deformity be diagnosed immediately and treatment instituted rapidly to achieve a functional plantigrade and asymptomatic foot. ...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Silvani SH

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone grafting, especially in rearfoot surgery, is occasionally required. Two main morphologic types of bone may be grafted, namely cortical and cancellous. Each type of bone has its unique characteristics, which, when used properly, will ensure a good surgical result. Other factors also play an important role in decis...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Wolf K

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term tendinopathy includes a series of pathologies, all of which have a combination of pain, swelling, and impaired performance. The terms tendinosis, tendinitis and peritendinitis are all within the main heading of tendinopathy; this terminology provides a more accurate understanding of the condition and highligh...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Feilmeier M

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Photonic techniques such as CAD can now be applied to foot and ankle surgery for preoperative planning. Perhaps "CAS" (computer-aided surgery) or "surgitecture" would be more appropriate terms for our field and application. Achievements in this new frontier depend on present and future generations of podiatrists who a...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Woodle AS

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of this article is to provide an introductory look into current concepts regarding chronic regional pain syndrome. Great advances have been made over the last 15 years, but we are far from a complete understanding of this disorder. This article places great emphasis on early clinical recognition and treatment...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Pontell D

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Current literature disputes Whitman's belief that muscle action plays the primary role in foot stability. Because of this faulty premise, Whitman included an excessively high medial flange in his orthosis. The high medial flange caused many patients a great deal of discomfort. To avoid this pain, the patients would no...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Starrett CJ

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of the medially deviated and overlapping second digit is often frustrating because of inconsistent surgical results. After a review of the pertinent anatomy and previous forms of treatment, both conservative and surgical, the author discusses the concept of a laterally closing metatarsal head osteotomy. Exp...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Berens TA

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient's HIV status often has significant impact on a physician's willingness and ability to provide quality medical care. A physician may face substantial penalties for refusing to treat a patient who has HIV. Even the referral of a patient with HIV to an HIV specialist may constitute a discriminatory act. The law...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Katine M,Hyatt JC

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyaline cartilage is avascular in nature, relying on surrounding synovial fluid for its nutrient supply. Lacking an inflammatory response, hyaline cartilage is unable to be repaired itself after injury. BMS technique allows reparative cartilage to be produced, taking the form of fibrocartilage. Fibrocartilage is weake...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Cottom JM,Maker JM

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Evans calcaneal osteotomy is currently the premier procedure for lateral column lengthening of the flexible flatfoot deformity. It has withstood the test of time, proving itself an effective procedure for the correction of pediatric flexible flatfoot. Current understanding of the osteotomy has allowed the Evans ca...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： DeYoe BE,Wood J

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:End-stage flatfoot is a challenging surgical deformity. It is most commonly rigid and painful, although it may be totally or partially reducible. Arthrosis may be a major feature causing pain, but not necessarily. The terminology "end-stage" means that the deformity and compensation has progressed as far as it will go...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Vogler HW

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article traces the history of the use of computers in the analysis of human gait. Following a brief retrospective review of the precomputer era, the topics of motion, force, and pressure analysis using computers are discussed. The need for careful justification of clinically applied techniques is stressed through...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Cavanagh PR,Henley JD

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wounds of the lower extremity involving the distal third of the leg remain a significant challenge due to anatomic location and often poor host physiology. Perforator-based propeller flaps may provide rapid coverage of these wounds with a relatively low rate of major complications and often readily managed minor compl...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Liette MD,Rodriguez P,Bibbo C,Masadeh S,Ellabban MA

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interdigital corns or soft corns are the accumulation of spongy, hyperkeratotic, circumscribed tissue between opposing surfaces of adjacent digits of the foot. The authors discuss the incidence, causes, locations, and treatment of these interdigital corns. ...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Day RD,Reyzelman AM,Harkless LB

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Charcot deformity is a challenge that foot and ankle surgeons struggle to manage successfully. Despite the advances in knowledge, technology, and treatment modalities, limb loss is still greater than 10%. This article discusses the efficacy of conservative measures and traditional surgical approaches. It proposes a mu...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： DiDomenico L,Flynn Z,Reed M

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:End-stage ankle arthritis is a debilitating condition that leads to pain and swelling in the ankle joint, with symptoms aggravated by standing and ambulation. Ankle arthritis commonly results from a history of trauma, or a series of recurrent injuries to the ankle. However, it may develop from other causes such as une...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： DiDomenico LA,Gatalyak N

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The systemic treatment of fungal infections has changed considerably over the past 10 to 20 years. Griseofulvin, the only drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the systemic treatment of onychomycosis, has a cure rate that seldom exceeds 40%. Many new drugs are targeting the three main kinds of drug the...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Wenig JA

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankle arthrodiastasis provides an alternative surgical treatment of the mild to moderate posttraumatic ankle arthritis. Ankle arthrodesis or ankle implant arthroplasty is usually reserved for the end-stage ankle arthritis and after conservative treatment options have been implicated for a long period of time. Ankle jo...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Badahdah HM,Zgonis T

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although there is strong evidence that cigarette smoking is perhaps the major risk factor associated with peripheral occlusive vascular disease, there still appears to be little indication that clinicians in podiatric medicine and patients recognize this. When smoking is combined with other risk factors such as diabet...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Levy LA

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Burning sensation in the feet is a common problem encountered in podiatric medicine. When this pain is bilateral, symmetric, and includes the top and bottom of both feet, small nerve fiber involvement must be considered in the differential diagnosis. With the now available, in-office, skin biopsy quantification of int...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Barrett SL,Dellon AL

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ankle sprain is the most common injury in sport and has a high incidence of long-term disability. This disability may be partly due to early return to sport before ligament healing has been completed. The podiatric physician can follow sound guidelines for making a return-to-play decision for athletes suffering fr...

journal_title：Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery

authors： Richie DH,Izadi FE

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00