Sunday, July 8, 2012

Biomechanics: International Exchange (Part 1)

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Hello, I am a Podiatrist working in Australia, I have become very interested in learning more about your prescribing technique and the fe...

Pedicures and their Potential Dangers

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This is a note from the Podiatry Management Online Magazine Service. Thank You. MS/TN Podiatrist Discusses Dangers of Pedicures Po...
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Saturday, July 7, 2012

Nike Turbo Shox: Great At Cushion, But How Stable?

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Nike Women's Turbo Shok  Hi, Doc.  You helped me immensely with my bunion / hammertoe combination on my Left foot about a year ago. ...
Thursday, July 5, 2012

Posemethod of Running: For some softer and gentler method which can reduce symptoms

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     I love watching good runners run . The style and grace of powerful motion is not only appealing, but I can almost remember when I ...

Partial Rupture Achilles Tendon

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View of cross section of the achilles tendon showing small tear with fluid accummulation. The tendon itself is 1/3 larger than it should b...
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Saturday, June 30, 2012

Video on the Shoe Flexion and Torsion Tests when Stability Important

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With the big push in the shoe industry to make lighter and more flimsier shoes, I thought it only appropriate to show the how a podiatri...

Hallux Limitus/Rigidus Post Op Email Advice

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Dear Dr. Blake, I am an active (swim, pilates, yoga, circuit train, walk) 52-year old female with severe arthritis in hands an...
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Friday, June 29, 2012

Bunions: Toe Separators Are A Must!!

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Dear Dr Blake: When I was in your office on Wednesday, you expressed interest in my gel toe ring. Here’s the Amazon info on it: ...

Taping Supplies: Nexcare Product Stronger Than Kinesiotape for Foot Injuries

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Hi Rich, The tape I use is 3M Nexcare absolute waterproof. It is much stronger than the Kinesiotape for my big toe joint taping. It does...
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Thursday, June 28, 2012

Insertional Achilles Tendinitis: Email Correspondance

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Julie is a patient I saw yesterday (name changed for privacy). She has Insertional Achilles Tendinitis and came in for a second opinion. ...
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Peripheral Nerve Pain/Neuropathy and Vitamin D Deficiency: A Possible Link

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This is information from Podiatry Management Online Magazine service.  RE: Fosamax and Neuropathy? (From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM) From: Elli...
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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Hallux Limitus: Email Advice

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Hi Dr. Blake,       I stumbled upon your blog when researching about Hallux Limitus . I am fairly young in my early 20's and am attendin...
Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Women's Casual Shoe which Works Well With Orthotics

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Rich, Here's the shoes i had on today which fit my orthotics. I also attached a pic which shows the birkenstock like sole. I think ...
Monday, June 25, 2012

Ankle Sprains: Make sure Ankle Strength Even On Both Sides!!

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  More soccer sprains when one  ankle  is stronger: study Chicago Tribune (Reuters) - Pro soccer players are much more likely to suffer  a...
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Alcohol Injections for Nerve Desensitization for Athletics

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I just saw a patient whom I am using a series of 5 injections spread over the next 5-6 weeks to desensitize a very sore Morton's Neuro...
Sunday, June 24, 2012

Injured: Advice for Flying

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Hi, I have a sprained ankle - xray showed no breaks. I asked the orthopedist if it was okay for me to fly, and she said yes but to ...

Plantar Fibromatosis or Fibromas

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From: John J. Hickey, DPM   I've had luck using transdermal Verapamil 15% gel from PDLabs- it's a non-invasive treatment. T...
Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Hallux Limitus: Post Op Advice

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Hello Dr. Blake, My name is Julie and I came across your site while researching hallux limitus surgery recovery.  I'm a very ac...
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