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  1. Mike Plank
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    Diabetes Study Day, S. London

    The Kingston and South London Branch of the SOCAP would like to invite Podiatrists to a Diabetes Study Day on Saturday 21st April 2018 in Sutton,...
    Thread by: Mike Plank, Feb 28, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Conferences
  2. Mike Plank
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    High Heels making the news

    This is the latest on the issue with the Nicola Thorp case...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Apr 25, 2017 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  3. Mike Plank
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    Soc of Pod and Chirop rules on nail surgery

    Mark, I understand where you are coming from. The Patients are not protected either!
    Post by: Mike Plank, Apr 19, 2017 in forum: United Kingdom
  4. Mike Plank
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    Soc of Pod and Chirop rules on nail surgery

    What a pity we did not get closure of function at the same time as title. Our scope of practice has been undermined from all angles and...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Apr 19, 2017 in forum: United Kingdom
  5. Mike Plank
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    Soc of Pod and Chirop rules on nail surgery

    Wow, Makes some interesting reading. Such as "This profession is now recognised by the NHS where it is known as a ‘Podiatry Assistant’. You may...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: United Kingdom
  6. Mike Plank
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    Soc of Pod and Chirop rules on nail surgery

    The actual wording is "Single handed practice is not recommended when performing nail surgery. The Society recommends two podiatrists or a...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Mar 18, 2017 in forum: United Kingdom
  7. Mike Plank
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    iPad portable 3d foot scanner

    http://structure.io/ Not that that's a bad thing necessarily. Been discussed on here quite a few times The scanner in question is probably a...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Nov 24, 2016 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  8. Mike Plank
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    iPad portable 3d foot scanner

    I have just ordered an iTom-cat 3D light scanner which attaches to the back of an ipad. It gives fantastic photo like 3D images. I will post an...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Nov 22, 2016 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  9. Mike Plank
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    Is this really a sign of a lack of clinical competence or just a 'mistake'?

    Show me someone who has never made a mistake? It does not specify if the incline is medial or lateral either let alone what harm, if any came to...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Nov 8, 2016 in forum: United Kingdom
  10. Mike Plank
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    Start up business reception. Queries

    So lets get this right Fishpod, you are seriously recommending double booking patients and working 14 hours a day! Please see this thread:...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jun 17, 2016 in forum: Practice Management
  11. Mike Plank
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    Imprecise biomechanical terms

    I will throw in 'midtarsal joint locking'! It is now referred to stiffness of the joint tissues.
    Post by: Mike Plank, May 20, 2016 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  12. Mike Plank
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    Plantar Fasciitis Has Very Little To Do With Your Foot

    Gobeldegook! Almost lost the will to live reading this! How can any of this be helpful to anyone?
    Post by: Mike Plank, May 17, 2016 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  13. Mike Plank
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    Biomechanics Study Day S.London UK

    The Kingston and S.London Branch of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists would like to announce we are are holding a Biomechanics Study day...
    Thread by: Mike Plank, Feb 28, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Conferences
  14. Mike Plank
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    Digitsole Smartshoe - Back to the Future?

    Saw a brief description of these in the news. Interesting technology! http://www.wired.com/2016/01/digitsole-smartshoe-01 Hope link works!
    Thread by: Mike Plank, Jan 6, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Podiatry Trivia
  15. Mike Plank
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    Please answer `yes` or `no`

    This person is far from confused and is pushing the boundaries of the HCPC rules. By saying they are not a Podiatrist they still get the title in...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Dec 6, 2015 in forum: United Kingdom
  16. Mike Plank
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    Dr. Google Mug

    Just googled it and they are available on a few sites. Xmas gift?:santa:
    Post by: Mike Plank, Dec 4, 2015 in forum: Break Room
  17. Mike Plank
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    New running shoes from MBT!

    Anyone have any idea what a midfoot sensor and a heel sensor is? I assume this is some kind of recoil mechanism or material. What do they sense...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Oct 16, 2015 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  18. Mike Plank
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    Help- not sure what to do (cover employment issues)

    Ask them what happens when you accidently cut a patient who is HIV? or has an infected wound? One set of instruments is criminal. You should not...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Oct 13, 2015 in forum: United Kingdom
  19. Mike Plank
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    are stanley screw boxes good domicillary bags

    Just googled Stanley workstation and there appear to be several versions. The attached pictures give one version which I feel would make a great...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jul 12, 2015 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  20. Mike Plank
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    are stanley screw boxes good domicillary bags

    I too have used Mothercare baby box in the past. Little tray area folds out when open. Took the baby stickers off first though!;) Still have it...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jul 7, 2015 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  21. Mike Plank
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    Struck off for using work mobile phone for personal use

    Scrolling through these hearings, there are a lot of Social workers being struck off. Is this because it is a large profession or are the HCPC...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jun 18, 2015 in forum: United Kingdom
  22. Mike Plank
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    Rheumatology Study Day South London

    I would like to invite you to a Kingston and South London Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists CPD Study Day Event. Course Title: Rheumatology...
    Thread by: Mike Plank, Mar 4, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: Conferences
  23. Mike Plank
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    Payment options

    I would advise taking cards as the majority of my patients pay with this method. People tend to spend more when using a card as they do not have...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: Practice Management
  24. Mike Plank
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    Nail surgery fees

    Is it just me or is this a ridiculous question? Simon, you obviously do not work in Private Practice or you would not be asking this. Are you...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Nov 18, 2014 in forum: United Kingdom
  25. Mike Plank
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    Back to Front Feet

    This appears to be a case of Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) which describes a range of conditions where there are severe joint...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Oct 16, 2014 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  26. Mike Plank
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    do foot orthoses come with a body weight limit

    Absolutely and weakness of Post tib tendon!
    Post by: Mike Plank, Sep 20, 2014 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  27. Mike Plank
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    do foot orthoses come with a body weight limit

    Quote "Found it rather funny that not one of them mentioned his weight.." Ah! yes, the old Elephant in the room! For a bespoke...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Sep 16, 2014 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  28. Mike Plank
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    Things you wish you hadn't said to your pt

    Keep that padding on for as long as you can. 12 weeks later it's still attached to their foot. Gag!:eek:
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jul 8, 2014 in forum: Break Room
  29. Mike Plank
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    £8 per patient

    I quoted £35 as a Podiatry appointment fee in a Clinic. I know some Pods do have a nail cutting fee which is less (approx £20-25 for simple nail...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jul 8, 2014 in forum: United Kingdom
  30. Mike Plank
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    Needling versus liquid nitrogen cryotherapy for the treatment of pedal warts

    Re: [Check4SPAM] RE: URL Attempt I too would have thought that Cryotherapy would have had a better outcome. There are however many variables...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jun 30, 2014 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  31. Mike Plank
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    Fungal Nails - Canespro

    Canespro does not treat Fungal infection directly. It breaks down the infected nail plate so it can be removed and then a suitable nail antifungal...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jun 10, 2014 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  32. Mike Plank
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    £8 per patient

    This situation of what fee to charge comes up often on Pod Arena. A Minimum charge or price fixing is illegal however taking a survey of fees...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jun 9, 2014 in forum: United Kingdom
  33. Mike Plank
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    Dermatology

    I would see the patient first. Take a good Medical History and then make a list of differential diagnoses. Apply any tests required and then the...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Apr 1, 2014 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  34. Mike Plank
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    Caption Competition - Podiatrists Extreme Planking

    Although this thread is 'extreme planking' I thought I'd post this Ultimate planking image! When I first heard of planking I was a bit nervous....
    Post by: Mike Plank, Mar 19, 2014 in forum: Break Room
  35. Mike Plank
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    Foot health trends

    Hi Cupcake and welcome to the arena! I have had a few chilblains on patients this year but not as many as the very cold winter of 2012-13. I...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Mar 19, 2014 in forum: Introductions
  36. Mike Plank
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    Do people do nail surgery single handed?

    I feel it is always best practice to have someone (receptionist, colleague) within ear-shot when doing a PNA/TNA should any clinical emergency...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Mar 14, 2014 in forum: United Kingdom
  37. Mike Plank
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    Women claims to see Jesus image on her toes

    I think it is the Mona Lisa in the mist.
    Post by: Mike Plank, Mar 5, 2014 in forum: Podiatry Trivia
  38. Mike Plank
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    Dermatology Update Day with Dr Bristow

    Thanks Belinda. Should be an interesting day!
    Post by: Mike Plank, Jan 16, 2014 in forum: Conferences
  39. Mike Plank
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    Dermatology Update Day with Dr Bristow

    Kingston and S.London Branch of SOCAP are holding a Dermatology Update Day with Dr Ivan Bristow as speaker on Saturday 8th March at St Helier...
    Thread by: Mike Plank, Jan 15, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: Conferences
  40. Mike Plank
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    Ageing Podiatrists Expanding Waistlines

    One of my patients brings me fruit! Is she implying I need it and not chocolate? It certainly is a refreshing change.I had to spend a few moments...
    Post by: Mike Plank, Dec 21, 2013 in forum: Break Room
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