Sunday, January 1, 2012

Musings from a Footstool: Why Arch Height Really does not Mean Much.

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Happy New Year 2012     I want to start this year's blogging about feet getting back to my roots. In podiatry school I learned the bas...
Saturday, December 31, 2011

Sesamoid Injury: MRI evaluation

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The following series of MRI images closes out my first full year as a blogger. I started in 2010 and still have not found my rhythm of sorts...
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Friday, December 30, 2011

Extrinsic Rearfoot Posting: Adding Stability with Birkocork

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The following photos demonstrate the application of an extrinsic rear foot post. For many custom made orthotics, they are a vital component....
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Thursday, December 29, 2011

Calluses: A Beauty Product worth checking out

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http://www.amazon.com/Artemis-Woman-SMOOTHER-pedicure-appliance/dp/B001JYJLMY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1325220512&sr=8-1 TX Podi...
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Monday, December 26, 2011

How to Add More Stability to An Orthotic Device Via Topcovers

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This simple trick has made many orthotic devices more stable over the years. Here I show a more complex version, but the general principle c...
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Sunday, December 25, 2011

Cortisone Shots: Avoid Too Close to the Skin

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When giving cortisone shots near the skin, it is important to avoid long acting Cortisone which can weaken the skin and soft tissue for up...

How To Safely Drive In The Rain On The Way To Your Favorite Podiatrist

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Sent to me by my good friend Kenn. Thanks Kenn. DEFINITELY WORTH READING - The first tip is excellent. Have not tried the second. Subje...
Thursday, December 22, 2011

Nature's Healing Powers: 25% of you will feel deep peace with this video

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When you are in pain, and whether or not you believe in God, you will find this video of Nature has great healing powers. Happy Holidays. Dr...
Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Juvaderm: A Fat Pad Possible Replacement? The Jury is still out.

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Tissue Filler Can Delay or Prevent Hammertoe Surgery: NY Podiatrist When Diana Smirkle had painful corns which conservative treatment did...
Sunday, December 18, 2011

Bunions: What the top covers on your orthotics should not look like!!

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I am getting a lot of mileage out of these inserts for my blog since they tell a great story. Orthotic devices are used all the time for l...
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When We Push Off the Ground: What is the Ideal Wear Pattern?

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When we push off of the ground, the powerful first metatarsal should be free to plantar flex (move downward towards the ground) with most ...
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Friday, December 16, 2011

Heel Pain: Try to Beat the Wear Pattern on these Orthotic Devices

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The science of reading shoe inserts for pressure analysis can be as mysterious as reading the tea leaves for some, but not for experienced ...
Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Getting Better Heel Stability with Orthotic Devices

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Here various materials are used along the medial and lateral borders of the heel cup to obtain getter stability out of an orthotic device....
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

When Toenails Should Be Registered as Lethal Weapons

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Here my patient John, his name has been changed to protect his identity (witness protection), demonstrates why his toenails need to be regis...

Good News: Almost a Oxymoron--Check this website and Feel Happier!!

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GoodNewsNetwork at www.goodnewsnetwork.org  Oh by the way, did I tell you the story of the paralyzed cyclist who is now trying for the Ol...
Monday, December 12, 2011

Cold Feet: Where to Start.

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Hi my friend! I'm making some progress on the foot with an accupuncturist. It's slow going but a little less painful. I'm writi...
Sunday, December 11, 2011

Doctor's Orders: 15 MInutes of Exercise A Day for Better Health

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15-Minute Daily Walk Can Extend Life 3 Years: Aussie Podiatrist Dr. Phil Vasyli , a podiatrist and founder of Orthaheel and Vionic Performan...