Podiatry Today - ISSN: 1045-7860 - Volume 17 - Issue 3 - March 2004

Continuing Education: Key Insights On Diagnosing Heel Pain In Kids

By Russell G. Volpe, DPM

Pediatric heel pain complaints can range from calcaneal apophysitis to benign cysts. This author summarizes the diagnostic approach to various causes of heel pain in children and discusses the essential principles of management once you make the diagnosis.

Diabetes Watch: Does A New Cellulose Dressing Have Potential In Chronic Wounds?

By Barbara J. Aung, DPM

Diagnostic Dilemmas: Diagnosing And Treating A Painful Tumor

By Marc A. Brenner, DPM, Stanley R. Kalish, DPM, and Tom Truong, DPM

Editor's Perspective: Pursuing Optimal Outcomes For Patients With Diabetes

By Jeff Hall, Editor in Chief

Feature: Reassessing The Impact Of Diabetic Footwear

By Guy R. Pupp, DPM, and Peter M. Wilusz, DPM

Emphasizing the role of the pedorthotist in the multidisciplinary team for diabetic foot care, these authors explore the possible preventive and post-op indications for a variety of therapeutic shoes, braces, orthoses and other ambulatory devices.

Activity Monitoring: Can It Bolster Patient Compliance?

By Katherine Holtz-Neiderer, DPM, and David G. Armstrong, DPM, MSc

Given that repetitive stress plays a significant role in recurring plantar foot ulcers among patients with diabetes, the authors examine the use of pedometers in assessing patient activity and explore the idea of “dosing” activity.

A Guide To Treating Crush Injuries

By Zach J. Tankersley, DPM, Robert W. Mendicino, DPM, Alan R. Catanzariti, DPM, and Jordan P. Grossman, DPM

Given the serious and complex nature of crush injuries, the authors offer a thorough review of diagnostic principles and provide insights for aggressive treatment in order to minimize potential complications.

Essentials To Planning For A Successful Retirement

By Robert Smith, Contributing Editor

When retiring after decades of practice, it may seem like easy street. Before you can enjoy the good life, you need to have a well-thought out plan. With this in mind, this author talks to a couple of experts in the field.

Forum: When Unswerving Faith Is The Ultimate Healer

By Larry Zimmerman, DPM

New Products: No More Cold Feet

News and Trends: New Research Emerges On Benefits Of Ultrasound Use

By Brian McCurdy, Associate Editor

Point/Counterpoint: Plantar Skin Flaps On Diabetic Ulcers: Are They Worth It?

Surgical Pearls: How To Treat Osteoarthritis Of The First MTPJ

By Thomas Cusumano, DPM

Wound Care Q&A: Key Insights On Treating Post-Op Wounds

Clinical Editor: Lawrence Karlock, DPM