Podiatry Today - ISSN: 1045-7860 - Volume 19 - Issue 3 - March 2006

Continuing Education: Treating Difficult Nails In Diabetic Patients

By Peter Blume, DPM, Jared T. Wilkinson, DPM, and Jonathan J. Key, DPM

Given the increased risk of nail abnormalities among people with diabetes, these authors offer essential diagnostic insights and a thorough review of treatment options ranging from topical and oral medications to surgical intervention.

Diabetes Watch: Understanding The Potential Impact Of Diabetes On Bone Biology And Biomechanics

By Glenn Weinraub, DPM

Editor's Perspective: Diabetes Research: Why It Needs To Be More Of A Budget Priority

By Jeff Hall, Executive Editor

Feature: Closing Difficult Wounds

By Stephanie C. Wu, DPM, MS, Lawrence A. Lavery, DPM, MPH, and David G. Armstrong, DPM, PhD

Offering a thorough review of the literature, these authors provide a closer look at negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). They emphasize that NPWT can be an effective adjunct in healing various types of wounds and may facilitate the increased efficacy of skin grafts.

How To Diagnose Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

By Kathleen Satterfield, DPM

It can be challenging to differentiate diabetic peripheral neuropathy from conditions with similar symptoms. Accordingly, this author surveys the literature on this subject and provides key insights on effective diagnostic testing for neuropathy.

Key Insights On Split-Thickness Skin Grafts

By Thomas Zgonis, DPM, Thomas S. Roukis, DPM, and Douglas T. Cromack, MD, FACS

Skin grafts may provide a durable, cost-effective option for soft tissue coverage of diabetic foot and ankle wounds. With this in mind, these authors discuss proper procedures for utilizing split-thickness skin grafts and maximizing their success.

A Guide To Nutritional Supplements For Patients With Diabetes

By John Hahn, DPM, ND

Given the importance of good nutrition for patients with diabetes, this author offers a review of the literature on nutritional supplements and the beneficial effects they can have in reducing and preventing diabetes complications in the lower extremity.

How To Avoid The Top 12 Investing Mistakes

By David Edward Marcinko, MBA, CMP, CFP

There are many pitfalls in investing, ranging from not having a comprehensive financial plan to incorrectly valuing a practice. Instead of rolling the dice and taking unnecessary risks, this author emphasizes a prudent approach to investing by avoiding some of the more common mistakes.

Forum: Counseling Patients On What Not To Bring To The Office

By John H. McCord, DPM

Letters: Raising Questions About Ankle Arthrodiastasis

By Jerome K. Steck, DPM, FACFAS, and George Vito, DPM, FACFAS

New Products: A More Flexible Package

News and Trends: Can Exercise Expedite Wound Healing In Older Patients?

By Brian McCurdy, Associate Editor

Surgical Pearls: First Metatarsal Pathology: Can An Implant Provide A Long-Term Solution?

By Kerry Zang, DPM, Shahram Askari, DPM, A’Nedra Fuller, DPM, and Chris Seuferling, DPM

Technology In Practice: Can A Non-Selective NSAID Provide Improved Pain Relief?

By Anthony Leone, Special Projects Editor

Treatment Dilemmas: Essential Insights On Treating Freiberg's Infraction

By Justin Franson, DPM, and Babak Baravarian, DPM

Wound Care Q&A: Inside Insights On Emerging Wound Care Modalities

Clinical Editor: Lawrence Karlock, DPM