Exertional Compartment Syndrome of the Medial Foot Compartment: Diagnosis and Treatment.

abstract：BACKGROUND:A patient "handoff," or the "sign-out" process, is an episode during which the responsibility of a patient transitions from one health-care provider to another. These are important events that affect patient safety, particularly because a significant proportion of adverse events have been associated with a r...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Sansosti LE,Crowell A,Ellis-McConnell W,Meyr AJ

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditional methods of diagnosing onychomycosis, such as microscopy, histologic staining, and cultures, may not provide the clinician with documentation before initiating antifungal drug therapy. DNA technology now supplies the tools for increased sensitivity, speed, and accuracy in the diagnostic arena by allowing fo...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Binstock JM

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of diabetic foot ulcerations has been a difficult task for podiatrists. Numerous methods and materials have been used in an attempt to alleviate this frustrating and complex treatment dilemma. However, there is one treatment method that has been used successfully for decades on plantar ulcerations of the...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Baker RE

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most clinical studies on total ankle replacement (TAR) report assessments based on traditional clinical scores or radiographic analysis. Only a few studies have used modern instrumentation for quantitative functional analysis during the execution of activities of daily living. The aim of this study was to us...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Benedetti MG,Leardini A,Romagnoli M,Berti L,Catani F,Giannini S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigated the validity of probe-to-bone testing in the diagnosis of osteomyelitis in a selected subgroup of patients clinically suspected of having diabetic foot osteomyelitis. METHODS:Between January 1, 2007, and December 31, 2008, inpatients and outpatients with a diabetic foot ulcer were prospectiv...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Mutluoglu M,Uzun G,Sildiroglu O,Turhan V,Mutlu H,Yildiz S

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasonography are used widely for the diagnosis of Morton's neuroma. The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy of these two modalities as diagnostic tools in Morton's neuroma. METHODS:Fifty feet of 47 consecutive patients (39 women and 8 men; mean age, 46 years;...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Fazal MA,Khan I,Thomas C

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Short-term medical missions are common in medical educational settings and could possibly affect student learning. Little research has been conducted about the potential of these missions on students' transformative learning, in particular as it relates to empathy and multicultural awareness. METHODS:Eight ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Elliott CM 2nd,Toomey RJ 3rd,Goodman BA,Barbosa P

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study compared preoperative and postoperative results for selected radiographic measurements of 30 patients undergoing the modified Austin bunionectomy procedure for the correction of hallux abducto valgus. Significant reductions in all postoperative radiographic values were demonstrated, including hallux abductu...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Bryant AR,Singer KP

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Giant-cell tumor of the tendon sheath (GCT-TS) is an uncommon occurrence for a foot and ankle surgeon. However, there is a need to recognize the symptoms of typical and atypical presentations of this pathology. These benign neoplasms are recognized clinically as a soft-tissue mass that is usually painless and palpable...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Levi M,Crafton J

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors address current issues regarding use of antiseptics and disinfectants with particular emphasis on the problems associated with claims made by manufacturers of various chemical agents. Other issues include the efficacy and limitations of commercial products, selecting the most appropriate formulation for pr...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Terleckyj B,Elsinger EC,Axler DA

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Onychomycosis is a chronic fungal infection of the nail that is recalcitrant to treatment. It is unclear why normally effective antifungal therapy results in low cure rates. Evidence suggests that there may be a plethora of reasons that include the limited immune presence in the nail, reduced circulation, presence of ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Gupta AK,Carviel J,Shear NH

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nail pathologies have a broad range of origin and may sometimes be complicated in presentation or clinical course, specifically when the pathology remains recalcitrant after treatment. In this case report we discuss a pathologic disorder that was initially misdiagnosed as a pyogenic granuloma surrounding an ingrown na...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Goez JC,Kilfoil RL,Wang CA,Sax Z,Arif F

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this review, the author presents the physiologic events in wound healing. A discussion is provided with emphasis on proper tissue handling and suture techniques. A variety of methods are demonstrated as they are applied to specific clinical situations in foot and ankle surgery. It is the intent of this discussion t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Gusman D

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was conducted to determine whether fungal culture results in cases of suspected onychomycosis differ depending on the location from which the specimen is obtained. Specimens were taken from the nail plate, subungual debris, and nail bed in 30 patients with clinical evidence of onychomycosis. Cultures from the ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Harvey CK,Richardson A

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tendinopathy in the presence of gouty arthropathy is relatively common, yet the clinical suspicion for gout involvement in acute tendon pain remains low. A 49-year-old man presented with an acute, tender, erythematous mass to the right posterior heel. A computed tomographic scan was obtained, which revealed a septated...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Halaharvi C,So E,Tawancy C,Kibler KA,Logan D

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A methodic analysis of foot radiographs is valuable when evaluating for joint disease. The author presents a system that allows the interpreter to establish a list of expected differential diagnoses. This is especially useful when the arthritide does not present with its classic radiographic appearance. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Christman RA

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although it has yet to be determined which surgical procedure provides the least chance for recurrence, surgical treatment remains the preferred therapy for giant cell tumors of bone. Few cases of giant cell tumor of the tarsus have been reported in the literature, with less than 10 of these cases occurring in the cun...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Dunn EC,Mauro G,Cohen R

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Erythrasma is a superficial skin infection caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum . Interdigital erythrasma is the most common form and is easily confused with tinea pedis. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of interdigital erythrasma in patients with clinically suspected tinea pedis. MET...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Polat M,İlhan MN

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes-related lower-extremity amputations are largely preventable. Eighty-five percent of amputations are preceded by a foot ulcer. Effective management of ulcers, which leads to healing, can prevent limb loss. METHODS:In a county hospital, we implemented a six-step approach to the diabetic limb at risk....

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Rogers LC,Bevilacqua NJ

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinicians may have poor sensitivity in determining whether a given diabetic patient with a foot ulcer has osteomyelitis. Thus many turn to diagnostic tests. The literature was reviewed and data on the sensitivity and specificity of five commonly used diagnostic tests were compiled. Using Bayes' theorem, the authors' ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Wrobel JS,Connolly JE

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A single case of a tibial sesamoid fracture in a softball player is reported here. A review of the literature confirms that this is an unusual and difficult problem to treat in the athletic population given the significant loads placed on the sesamoids during athletic activity. In the case presented, conservative care...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Jones JL,Losito JM

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective evaluation consisting of a written survey and physical examination was completed on flexor digitorum longus tendon transfer patients. The tendon transfer is used to alleviate symptoms and address imbalance of extrinsic and intrinsic muscles. The authors present an evaluation of 110 procedures with an a...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Burleigh W,Gold GS,Jex RM,Young G

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Exercise is highly beneficial for persons with diabetes. Similar to many other patients, those with diabetes may be reluctant to exercise given a lack of motivation and proper instruction regarding an exercise prescription. In general, medical providers are poorly equipped to develop an exercise prescription...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Jenkins DW,Jenks A

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Amputation has been most commonly considered the only option to achieve local tumor control for calcaneal malignancies. Advances in oncologic treatment modalities and wide resection have made limb salvage increasingly possible. We retrospectively reviewed nine patients with calcaneal malignancies treated wit...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Li J,Wang Z

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Measurement of large-fiber peripheral nerve function is critical to the assessment of patients with nerve injury, chronic nerve compression, and neuropathy. We evaluated the Semmes-Weinstein nylon monofilament (SWM), vibrometry, and the Pressure-Specified Sensory Device (PSSD) (Sensory Management Services LLC, Baltimo...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Radoiu H,Rosson GD,Andonian E,Senatore J,Dellon AL

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report digital pressure changes in normal subjects following the 5-min postocclusive reactive hyperemia test. This test increases the sensitivity of using toe pressures to assess the adequacy of blood flow. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Hoffman AF,Schmugler BA,Matthews MJ

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The flexor digitorum accessorius longus muscle was encountered during routine dissection of the posteromedial region of the left ankle of an 84-year-old female cadaver, by a first year podiatric medical student, in a lower extremity anatomy laboratory session. The purpose of this article is to describe the flexor digi...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： VanCourt RB,Siesel KJ

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Poorly fitting footwear has frequently been cited as an etiologic factor in the pathway to diabetic foot ulceration. However, we are unaware of any reports in the medical literature specifically measuring shoe size versus foot size in this high-risk population. We assessed the prevalence of poorly fitting footwear in ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Nixon BP,Armstrong DG,Wendell C,Vazquez JR,Rabinovich Z,Kimbriel HR,Rosales MA,Boulton AJ

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Any pathomechanical change in the foot or ankle is expected to cause adverse biomechanical effects on the lumbopelvic region. However, no objective data can be found in the literature regarding the effects of M. Transversus abdominus (mTrA) and M. Lumbar multifidus (mLM), which are effective muscles in lumbo...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Kararti C,Bilgin S,Dadali Y,Büyükturan B,Büyükturan Ö,Bek N

更新日期：2019-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：:The lateral intermetatarsal angle, a measurement of the sagittal plane angular divergence between the dorsal cortices of the first and second metatarsals of lateral weightbearing foot radiographs, was compared in 30 normal and 30 hallux limitus feet. The results suggest that the angle may be measured reliably and that...

journal_title：Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

authors： Bryant A,Mahoney B,Tinley P

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00