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  1. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    A simple double blind study can be performed. I would imagine a cold laser Helium neon type beam is used for targeting. This beam can be left on...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  2. facfsfapwca
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    How many joints does the 5th toe have?

    5th toes Before we discuss number of phalanges. Lets discuss whether 5th toes are vestigial. Before we discuss this we need to discuss...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, May 21, 2012 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  3. facfsfapwca
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    Orthotic Devices to Treat Scoliosis?

    15 y/o boy Scoliosis causes hip to tilt. Both legs on my patient are of equal length but right leg appears and functions shorter d/t...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 19, 2012 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  4. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    We have the same problem in the US not all Podiatrists are "Dr.s" But we are approaching equivalency and therefore increasing respect from MDs....
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Nov 29, 2011 in forum: Australia
  5. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    Post by: facfsfapwca, Nov 27, 2011 in forum: Australia
  6. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    What is the BACKGROUND OF AN aUSTRALIAN pODIATRIST? hAS HE PERFORMED PRIOR TO PODIATRY SCHOOL AS WELL AS AN md? a dr DEGREE HANDED OUT TO...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Nov 27, 2011 in forum: Australia
  7. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    This seems to be an Australian issue but we in the US have had this for many years. Some Podiatrists were accepted both to a Podiatry and a...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Nov 27, 2011 in forum: Australia
  8. facfsfapwca
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    Plantar fasciitis treated with local steroid injection

    What is the actuial dose and type of steroid what did you inject? How Much?
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Oct 25, 2010 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  9. facfsfapwca
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    Plantar fasciitis treated with local steroid injection

    I have a series of questions I have never seen asked and would like very much clarified. Please answer with specifics as trhose using ultrasound...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Oct 25, 2010 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  10. facfsfapwca
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    Ultrasound guided injection of the subtalar joint

    A second study should be done showing accuracy without Ultra sound.
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Oct 29, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  11. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    Just accomodate him with supportuive orthosis and he will do fine.
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Sep 24, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  12. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Ok brilliant serious people have developed this product. I would like to see their SAT scores to confirm of course. What is the mechanism and...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Sep 10, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  13. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    I HAVE NOT ACTUALLY EVER HEARD A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF HOW THIS MODALITY WORKS AND THE RATIONALE FOR ITS USE.
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Sep 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  14. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    Are degrees in Australia purchasable? Can A stupid person with wealthy parents find a school that will graduate him as a doctor or podiatrist?...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Sep 7, 2009 in forum: Australia
  15. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    I would like to thank Podiatry arena for allowing this exchange of ideals. I became a Podiatrist in the US because I was a first generation...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Sep 7, 2009 in forum: Australia
  16. facfsfapwca
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    Dr Podiatrist?

    One of the most famous "Doctors" in the US media. He was a brilliant "physician" who gave advice on every ailment on the radio. He was Dr....
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jul 13, 2009 in forum: Australia
  17. facfsfapwca
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    Multiple Sclerosis and Toenails

    Change in nail appearance is more commonly due to trauma or pressure or ischemia. Fungus comes after the nail has been weakened either by...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jul 11, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  18. facfsfapwca
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    Multiple puncture technique for verrucae

    Curretting and phenolizing this is a very good and proven technique with supportive studies for singular VP lesions. This wasn't the topic why did...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jul 11, 2009 in forum: Australia
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    Multiple puncture technique for verrucae

    It was done in US. Anesthetize the area and needle the largest wart completely turn it to swiss cheese. A scab will form in a few days and all...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jul 10, 2009 in forum: Australia
  20. facfsfapwca
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    Shockwave therapy for Morton's neuroma

    We all know tight shoes cause "Morton's Neuroma". We all know cessation (completely for 6 weeks) cures "Morton's Neuroma". If they cheat the pain...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, May 25, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  21. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    I checked on line and searched Cochrane library using Onychomycosis and toenail found no reference to either. It would be great to find evidence...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  22. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    "Cochrane" what does this refer to?
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  23. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Laser nor anything else can bring dead cells to life. Before i would try a laser I would like a detailed explanation of why it should work and...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  24. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Why do people give the attribute of curing nail fungus with products not indicated for nails? If a topical worked on nail fungus it would be to...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  25. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Belinda, I am quoting you and correcting you. "the damage is only permanent if the entire matrix has been damaged as healthy nail regrowth is...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  26. facfsfapwca
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Compromised individuals HIV even Downs syndrome are predisposed to fungal infections. nails that have permanently weakened can be improved with...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 29, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Laser treatment for nail fungus

    Usually fungal nails are due to a weakness in the toenail caused by Trauma. the most common trauma is tight shoes. That's why most women develop...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Mar 27, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    "Podiatrists... don't have a medical background or the experience to look at the complexity of the f

    In the US many Podiatrists like myself were intelligent admitted to both Medical and Podiatric school. There were many orthopedists in the US who...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 12, 2009 in forum: United Kingdom
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    my credentials are facfs I was also Board certified in Podiatric orthopedics for 20 years. my views were not unusual I noticed most respondents...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  30. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    Last two Dr agree I like the groove idea our lab calls it a "zotch notch" We agree the fibroma's are really scarring from tears and we need to...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  31. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    We do not do surgery that we believe will not have satisfactory results. Occasionally, rarley excision is warranted. Fasciotomy as you...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  32. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    Cast the patient using plaster non weightbearing but hold him in neutral and load the 5th. Take forefoot and rearfoot measurements and measure...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  33. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    Amfit is not an orthosis. It is a ready made non rx over the counter product and it may work but not as likely as acorrectly casted and fabricated...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 9, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  34. facfsfapwca
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    Dupuytren's contracture in the foot

    Good supportive orthosis not soft non rx orthosis can render plantar fibromas asymptomatic. If the contractures are very severe surgery may be...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Feb 5, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    JAPMA

    I don't want to add to the cost of selling with an ad. Would the local school in your country be interested? It shows the steps Podiatry took...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jan 12, 2009 in forum: Introductions
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    JAPMA Impact Factor?

    I do not know a reference but fully agree with your statement. It has been a uniting force as well a source of information and the Podiatrist who...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jan 10, 2009 in forum: Teaching and Learning
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    JAPMA Impact Factor?

    I do not know a reference but fully agree with your statement. It has been a uniting force as well a source of information and the Podiatrist who...
    Post by: facfsfapwca, Jan 10, 2009 in forum: Teaching and Learning
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    JAPMA

    I have carefully saved 40 years of JAPMA Journal of the American Podiatric medical Association. I am interested in ideas for the utilization...
    Thread by: facfsfapwca, Jan 10, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: Introductions
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