Podiatry Today - ISSN: 1045-7860 - Volume 19 - Issue 6 - June 2006

Continuing Education: How To Diagnose And Treat Insect Bites And Stings

By Gary Dockery, DPM, and Stephen Schroeder, DPM

As spring moves into the summer season, people are enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. Unfortunately, they may be more prone to ant bites, bee stings or ticks affecting the lower extremity. With this in mind, these authors discuss the initial presentation, clinical ramifications and treatment recommendations for various insect bites and stings.

Diabetes Watch: A Guide To Understanding The Various Wound Classification Systems

By Kathleen Satterfield, DPM

Editor's Perspective: Wound Classification Systems: Are They Significantly Utilized In Practice?

By Jeff Hall, Executive Editor

Feature: A Guide To Orthobiologics In Podiatric Surgery

Moderator: Mark Dollard, DPM; Panelists: Luis Leal, DPM, Kieran Mahan, DPM, D. Scot Malay, DPM, MSCE, Glenn Weinraub, DPM, and Thomas Zgonis, DPM

In order to help convey a broader understanding of the mechanism, use and indications of orthobiologic materials, a roundtable of experts in podiatric surgery reviews key fundamentals, shares its collective experience and offers pertinent insights to facilitate improved outcomes in bone defect management.

How To Address Pronation-Related Pathology

By David Levine, DPM, CPed

At times, the contributing factors to pronation-related pathology are subtle and easy to overlook. Accordingly, this author emphasizes a thorough assessment of the patient’s shoes, what to look for in evaluating the quality of orthotic casting and other key insights for facilitating effective orthotic prescriptions.

Point-Counterpoint: Is Plantar Plate Repair More Effective Than Flexor Tendon Transfer?

By Leon Reber, DPM, and Babak Baravarian, DPM

Yes. After discussing the importance of the plantar plate in facilitating MTPJ stability, Leon Reber, DPM, points out key shortcomings of the flexor tendon transfer and emphasizes the more direct focus of plantar plate repair. No. When it comes to more common, chronic cases of plantar plate tears, Babak Baravarian, DPM, says the flexor tendon transfer provides more stability and long-term correction.

Essential Insights For Managing Nonunions

By Jesse B. Burks, DPM, FACFAS

Nonunions can be challenging even for the most experienced podiatric surgeons. Accordingly, this author discusses key preventive measures for reducing the risk of nonunions and how to treat them when they do occur.

Seven Secrets To Successful Hiring

By Robert J. Smith, Contributing Editor

While it can be a challenge to find quality people for your staff, hiring the right person can greatly enhance the success of a practice. This author talks to a few practice management experts to find out their approaches to hiring new employees.

Forum: Did You Hear The One About The Bigoted Patient?

By John H. McCord, DPM

New Products: Healing Wounds From The Onset

News and Trends: Study Examines Combination Of Procedures For Hallux Rigidus

By Brian McCurdy, Senior Editor

Orthotics Q&A: Exploring Orthotic Indications For Various Conditions

Guest Clinical Editor: James Losito, DPM

Practice Builders: Essential Secrets To Marketing Your Practice Successfully

By Kevin McDonald, DPM

Sports Medicine: How To Recreate The Benefits Of Low Dye Strapping With Orthotics

By Scott A. Spencer, DPM

Technology In Practice: Can Topical Cryotherapy Provide A Viable Alternative For Pain Relief?

By Anthony Leone, Special Projects Editor