2021

Critical Steps in Custom Orthotics Fabrication

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When it comes to prescribing foot orthotics, a one-size-fits-all approach does more harm than good. Notably, patients have unique characteristics and needs that can only be addressed effectively with custom orthotics. Thus, podiatrists must consider each patient’s particular dysfunction to achieve a satisfactory treatment outcome. For instance, prescribing orthotics designed for posterior tibial dysfunction to a plantar fasciitis patient yields undesirable outcomes. That said, constructing custom foot orthotics requires a systematic approach to ensure the devices achieve the objective.…

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3 Common Sports Injuries That a Podiatrist Can Help With

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Sports podiatry is the area of medicine that helps people to recover from sports-related injuries affecting the feet and ankles. If you suffer from any of the following injuries, seeing a sports podiatrist could help you to get back on your feet and back to training as quickly and safely as possible. 1. Achilles Tendon Injuries Common among runners, injuries to the Achilles tendon can be difficult to treat. The natural instinct of many people is to stretch the Achilles tendon when it hurts, but you need to be very careful not to do further damage by applying force to a tendon that is already damaged.…

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