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  1. Mark_M
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    Nail Surgery options

    I asked my compounding pharmacist, to make a batch of liquefied phenol.
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 12, 2021 in forum: United Kingdom
  2. Mark_M
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    Chilblains or covid toes?

    Very difficult to tell from a photo alone. Patient history would be more informative, cold climate? covid hot spot? vascular disease?
    Post by: Mark_M, Nov 4, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  3. Mark_M
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    Can a landlord demand full rent when they shut their own premises in Covid?

    As far as Im aware in Australia, there has been no rent relief for commercial premises. My Landlord increased my rent (by 5%) as written in my...
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 19, 2020 in forum: Practice Management
  4. Mark_M
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    Autoclave Disposal

    I have purchased a new autoclave retiring my old Melag, Ive put it into my store room next to my retired Siemens....starting to get a bit of a...
    Thread by: Mark_M, Jul 9, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  5. Mark_M
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    How to steer the ship through Covid-19

    I would think this would be highly unlikely. Australian podiatrist were considered to be an essential service and remained open during the entire...
    Post by: Mark_M, Jun 24, 2020 in forum: Practice Management
  6. Mark_M
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    'alternating knee' nightly ache, advice appreciated, Dx even better

    Hi Mark, I'm only replying so you don't get that award ...haha ha. Is there a reason why you haven't diagnosed yourself with osteo-arthritis?...
    Post by: Mark_M, May 8, 2020 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  7. Mark_M
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    Help with terminating self employment contract

    Sounds like you are in breach of your contract. I have too say 3 months notice is excessive. If you dont want to break your contract , Just go...
    Post by: Mark_M, Apr 23, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  8. Mark_M
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    Help with terminating self employment contract

    Hi Isatfoot, Im not sure where you are located. If you are in Australia and a member of the association, you have free access to their HR...
    Post by: Mark_M, Apr 22, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  9. Mark_M
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    Coronavirus (COVID-19): infection control and prevention measures

    here is the article in english. Newsbot picked it up but members are probably just scrolling past newsbot feeds...
    Post by: Mark_M, Apr 14, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  10. Mark_M
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    Best foot scanner?

    You should speak to your lab first. To ensure you scanner will be the correct file format. Labs will usually have their preferred scanner. Other...
    Post by: Mark_M, Apr 3, 2020 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  11. Mark_M
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    Runner with Planter Fasciitis

    Heel lift should work well. What shoe is he running in? Hoka can provide a a higher heel elevation and there are plenty of shoes to prevent pronation.
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 23, 2020 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  12. Mark_M
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    Phenol Drainage Stopped and My Thumb Started Sore&Redness Please Help!

    Sounds like your getting a post operative infection. This will require antibiotics. In the mean time use an Antiseptic like Betadine.
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 20, 2020 in forum: Foot Surgery
  13. Mark_M
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    Runner with Planter Fasciitis

    Hi Lee, I would probably only use an orthotic when he is not running. If his plantar fascia is so sensitive an orthotic may exacerbate his...
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 20, 2020 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  14. Mark_M
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    How to steer the ship through Covid-19

    I have wondered if my income protection or business insurance would cover an event like this. Probably not. I'm sure many massage therapists will...
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 17, 2020 in forum: Practice Management
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    Covid 19 advice for podiatrists

    Hi Phil, Im not sure where you are. In Australia our association has given us some guidelines. Lucky for us , Podiatrists have all been trained in...
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 15, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  16. Mark_M
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    Please help with fungal nail of 2 year old

    Hi Gen, Hi agree with everything Blinda said. I would consider applying clotrimazole cream 1 -2x day. I would not suggest this for an adult.
    Post by: Mark_M, Mar 6, 2020 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  17. Mark_M
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    Is demand for podiatrists in Australia growing?

    Hi Sponge, I think demand is growing for our profession, with an oversupply of podiatrists. NSW supplies about 100 new graduates a year. Most jobs...
    Post by: Mark_M, Feb 16, 2020 in forum: Australia
  18. Mark_M
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    Ongoing ankle instability / insole discomfort

    Hi James, What is the discomfort from insoles? arch pain? or just slipping? Are they generic ? If the client is sliding laterally look at -...
    Post by: Mark_M, Jan 14, 2020 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  19. Mark_M
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    Short Second Metatarsal

    Hi Gareth, Funnily enough I had an update from one of his family members just last week. According to his grandmother he had the 2nd digit...
    Post by: Mark_M, Dec 16, 2019 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  20. Mark_M
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    coricosteriod injections

    I have done the injection course in Australia. It was great. As podiatrists we only have access to local anaesthetics. We can inject cortisone...
    Post by: Mark_M, Nov 22, 2019 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  21. Mark_M
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    What is happening to this forum?

    Also the Podiatry Arena weekly e-newsletter always seems to show the same threads. Not sure how the algorithm works, but If we want to entice...
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 29, 2019 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  22. Mark_M
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    What is happening to this forum?

    News Bot makes it more difficult to see posts from members. Also i think new members are scared to post. Used to see a lot of posts start with "go...
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 27, 2019 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  23. Mark_M
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    Severe overpronation

    Hi Enrique, I assume you are in the USA. From your photos I would not consider your pronation to be severe. Why are you considering surgery? Are...
    Post by: Mark_M, Sep 22, 2019 in forum: Foot Surgery
  24. Mark_M
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    Hard Quiz - expert topic - TOENAILS

    https://iview.abc.net.au/show/hard-quiz Hard Quiz Series 4 , episode 16
    Thread by: Mark_M, Sep 12, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: Break Room
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    NDIS Audit - renew registration

    https://ahpa.com.au/news-events/ahpa-ndis-registration-grant-update/
    Post by: Mark_M, Jul 26, 2019 in forum: Australia
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    NDIS Audit - renew registration

    Hi everyone, The initial registration process for NDIS was lengthy and frustrating. Has anyone started the renew registration process? From what I...
    Thread by: Mark_M, Apr 30, 2019, 4 replies, in forum: Australia
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    Sham contractor arrangements (Australia)

    Hi Robbo, I'm surprised to hear contracting is still around. As you mentioned podiatry employment does not fit criteria for a contractor. Back in...
    Post by: Mark_M, Apr 9, 2019 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Advice on fee sharing

    Hi Alice, Renting your room to another podiatrist does not sound like a good idea. They could potentially steal your clientele or your business....
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 15, 2018 in forum: Practice Management
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    Sal acid

    Hi Catfoot, Im in Australia. I was taught to use Salacid or Trichloracetic/ monochloracetic acid. A few years ago Trichloracetic acid became a...
    Post by: Mark_M, Aug 20, 2018 in forum: United Kingdom
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    Sal acid

    Hi rosepod1, I used to use a similar method. 1. debride 2. apply 60% sal acid under occlusion 3 days 3. pt returns in 1 week - repeat step 1 & 2...
    Post by: Mark_M, Aug 6, 2018 in forum: United Kingdom
  31. Mark_M
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    Midmark M11 is leaking

    Looks like you need a new gasket seal. I have had a few sterilisers over the years and gasket seals need to be replaced annually sometimes more...
    Post by: Mark_M, Aug 6, 2018 in forum: Teaching and Learning
  32. Mark_M
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    The 'Greatest running shoe ever'

    Kipsang runs a 2:03:58 Tokyo. Record still stands. https://www.flotrack.org/articles/5061836-wilson-kipsang-runs-20358-at-the-tokyo-marathon
    Post by: Mark_M, Feb 25, 2018 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  33. Mark_M
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    Inpatient client

    Last time I saw a patient in hospital (Australia) I had to bring proof of my registration and insurance. I think hospitals prefer to use their...
    Post by: Mark_M, Jan 24, 2018 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  34. Mark_M
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    Regular alcohol consumption could cut diabetes risk

    https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/jul/28/regular-alcohol-consumption-diabetes-risk-study Regularly drinking a moderate amount of certain...
    Thread by: Mark_M, Jul 31, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  35. Mark_M
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    Have minimalist shoes gone too far?

    New Stick-On Soles Let You Forget Flip Flops And Go Barefoot [IMG]
    Thread by: Mark_M, Jun 22, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Break Room
  36. Mark_M
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    Billing options-HICAPS/TYRO etc GP rooms

    Hi Tpcman, I would consider 3 machines for 3 clinics to be the norm. You need a different provider number for each clinic but the bank details can...
    Post by: Mark_M, May 17, 2017 in forum: Practice Management
  37. Mark_M
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    Billing options-HICAPS/TYRO etc GP rooms

    The Hicaps machine does not perform well when plugged in to a copper phone line or shared with fax. The machine looses connection and needs to...
    Post by: Mark_M, May 16, 2017 in forum: Practice Management
  38. Mark_M
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    Billing options-HICAPS/TYRO etc GP rooms

    Hi Holapod, I don't have any experience in mobile eftpos machines. I would speak to the practice manager and ask to use their machine. They can...
    Post by: Mark_M, May 15, 2017 in forum: Practice Management
  39. Mark_M
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    Best Podiatry Drill 2016

    bump
    Post by: Mark_M, Oct 21, 2016 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  40. Mark_M
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    Best Podiatry Drill 2016

    I am currently using a Berchtold S35 Touch Screen. It has poor dust extraction , very noisy and cuts out often (dust bag errors). This machine is...
    Thread by: Mark_M, Oct 19, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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