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  1. NewsBot
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    MSK symptoms in orthopedic surgeons

    The Biomechanical Burden of Orthopaedic Procedures and Musculoskeletal Injuries Sustained by Orthopaedic Surgeons: A Systematic Review Amy L Xu et...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 1, 2023, 2 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Toenail Dust as a Potential Occupational Hazard in Podiatric Medicine

    Toenail Dust as a Potential Occupational Hazard in Podiatric Medicine: A Comprehensive Literature Review Komal Saini et al J Am Podiatr Med Assoc....
    Thread by: NewsBot, Oct 18, 2022, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Effect of insoles on tibial shock

    Quantifying the effectiveness of static and dynamic insoles in reducing the tibial shock experienced during walking Steven...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Aug 29, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Prevalence of Staphylococcus nasal colonization among Podiatrists

    Prevalence of Staphylococcus spp. nasal colonization among doctors of podiatric medicine and associated risk factors in Spain Sheila de Benito et...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 21, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  5. Craig Payne
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    A tragic suicide

    The Daily Mail are reporting: 'I begged her to leave medicine': Sister's plea to promising young doctor before she took her own life - as three...
    Thread by: Craig Payne, Mar 18, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  6. ashmorepodiatry
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    Overcoming a TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) injury of the wrist as a practicing Podiatrist

    Hi all! I would be extremely grateful if anyone has any knowledge of a Podiatrist colleague suffering from an injury or tear of the TFCC of their...
    Thread by: ashmorepodiatry, Jan 2, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  7. Bug
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    Survey of Australian Podiatrists on Musculoskeletal Injuries

    Recruitment of Australian Podiatrists: The physical demands of podiatry care may negatively affect a podiatrist?s career. But what is the...
    Thread by: Bug, Apr 23, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Australia
  8. Craig Payne
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    Divorce Rate for Podiatrists

    I was tipped off to this by a post at PodPost with a link to a news story. I missed the story when it first was posted, so I dug a bit deeper:...
    Thread by: Craig Payne, Mar 21, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Podiatry Trivia
  9. Holapod
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    Dealing with professional stress and burnout

    Hi all, I'm hoping for some advice from some of the members out there with 15-20+ years experience. I'm approaching 10 years as a public...
    Thread by: Holapod, Dec 15, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Exercise interventions for the treatment of chronic low back pain

    Exercise interventions for the treatment of chronic low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Searle...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 15, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Isolation of Dermatophytes (and Other Fungi) from Human Nail and Skin Dust

    Isolation of Dermatophytes (and Other Fungi) from Human Nail and Skin Dust Produced by Podiatric Medical Treatments in Australia. Steven...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 3, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Occupational stress in Podiatrists

    OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AMONG AUSTRALIAN PODIATRISTS IN GENERAL AND GERIATRIC PRACTICE: A PILOT STUDY. Paul D. Tinley, PhD Journal of the American...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Jan 13, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  13. ajs604
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    Broken finger, could I still legally work?

    I had an accident yesterday which resulted in a right avulsion fracture to me right 5th finger. I work as a Podiatrist in community Health. I have...
    Thread by: ajs604, Nov 29, 2014, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Arm strength and toenail cutting

    Consequences of Repetitive Toenail Cutting by Podiatric Physicians on Force Production, Endurance to Fatigue, and the Electromyogram of the Flexor...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Oct 3, 2014, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  15. surfboy
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    Sore neck

    Does anyone else experience a bad neck from having your head tilted downwards every day? What did you do about it? I've tried all the...
    Thread by: surfboy, Jun 18, 2013, 12 replies, in forum: Practice Management
  16. F. Fewster
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    Fume extraction cabinets (glue fumes)

    Hi Everyone I'm after advice on the best options for fume extraction when making orthotic adjustments using glue/heat guns etc. I would...
    Thread by: F. Fewster, Aug 6, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  17. JOSKIN
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    Podiatry related nasal problems

    Hi, I have been having problems with pain at the top of my nasal cavity area. It initially felt like I had been punched in the face...
    Thread by: JOSKIN, May 8, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Musculoskeletal disorders in podiatrists at work

    Self-reported musculoskeletal disorders in podiatrists at work. Losa Iglesias ME, Becerro De Bengoa Vallejo R, Salvadores Fuentes P. Med Lav....
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 21, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Workplace Exposure to Bioaerosols in Podiatry Clinics

    Workplace Exposure to Bioaerosols in Podiatry Clinics. Coggins MA, Hogan VJ, Kelly M, Fleming GT, Roberts N, Tynan T, Thorne PS. Ann Occup Hyg....
    Thread by: NewsBot, Feb 1, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  20. Nina
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    CFLs emit UV radiation

    I have just been reading this months WHICH? magazine, they have been testing light bulbs, a big issue in our house as I'm the only person who...
    Thread by: Nina, Nov 3, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  21. Emma82
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    Repetative strain injury to thumb

    Hi, I have developed RSI to my first carpometacarpal joint and it is becoming increasingly more uncomfortable when working, especially when using...
    Thread by: Emma82, Feb 7, 2011, 17 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  22. Mark Russell
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    Pulmonary Mycosis/Occupational Silicosis in Podiatrists

    Would be grateful for any information regarding pulmaonary mycosis and/or occupational silicosis in podiatry. Also, if there is any literature...
    Thread by: Mark Russell, Mar 23, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  23. Felix
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    Prescription Safety Glasses

    Hello Can anyone tell me a good place that can fit prescription into safety glasses for use in clinic? I think the bridge of my nose is...
    Thread by: Felix, Jan 28, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: Australia
  24. t5christie
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    Posture during home visits and nursing home rounds

    Hi everyone, Just finished my 1st day as a qualified Podiatrist:D. Anyhow, the reason for my thread is that a fair amount of my work will be...
    Thread by: t5christie, Dec 17, 2009, 15 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  25. markleigh
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    Neck stiffness from podiatry work

    I have been practicing for 17 years. Have had a "stiff" neck for quite a few years. In the last 2 weeks I have been more aware of the neck...
    Thread by: markleigh, Jul 27, 2009, 24 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  26. Paul_UK
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    Possible Carpal Tunnel - not good for working with

    I may possibly be suffering from Carpal Tunnel, I am suffering in both hands, although my right is worse. Has anyone had it before? If so how did...
    Thread by: Paul_UK, Nov 20, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: Break Room
  27. Lorraine Munro
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    Crickey!!Ulnar nerve impingement

    Has anyone else suffered ulnar nerve impingement. I found it aweful, scary and a stop and smell the roses moment!:craig:
    Thread by: Lorraine Munro, Oct 11, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  28. Dhonuill
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    Source of statistics

    Can anyone recommend a source for UK podiatry-related statistics, along the lines of 'work days lost through knee, hip or back pain', for example?...
    Thread by: Dhonuill, Jul 6, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  29. RStone
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    Allergies & Footcare Products

    Hi All I have an increasing number of patients who are exhibiting adverse reactions to common footcare products such as Sorbolene, Eulactol,...
    Thread by: RStone, Jul 3, 2008, 16 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  30. Sue Ferguson
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    The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006

    The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 I suppose this will affect us all in the UK if we want to continue to treat children. Here are...
    Thread by: Sue Ferguson, Jun 5, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: United Kingdom
  31. Princess
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    Phenol disposal

    Hi all, Wondering if you can help? I have some liquified phenol that I need to dispose of - in my previous job we had a pharmacy...
    Thread by: Princess, Apr 5, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  32. victoriah
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    Inspection of private clinics

    Hello to all, Earlier this year, I came across a report made upon a private medical clinic, by the Healthcare Commission. Very extensive it was...
    Thread by: victoriah, Feb 9, 2008, 21 replies, in forum: United Kingdom
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    Distal Lower-Extremity Pain and Working Postures

    Distal Lower-Extremity Pain and Working Postures in the Quebec Population. Messing K, Tissot F, Stock S. Am J Public Health. 2007 Aug 29;...
    Thread by: NewsBot, Sep 1, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  34. Ian Graham
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    Tennis Elbow among Podiatrists

    Does anyone know of any research into the prevalence of tennis elbow among Podiatrists or any other related gradual process injury occurance. My...
    Thread by: Ian Graham, Aug 2, 2007, 12 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  35. pr29walk
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    Face masks. how long is to long

    Hi. Does anyone know of any studies that have been done regarding surgical face masks and how long they can be worn before they loose their...
    Thread by: pr29walk, Jun 18, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  36. jb
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    Seats VS feets

    Hi all A simple question, but one that may be of most relevance to those of us lucky (or unlucky as it were) to be 6'7": Should we be sitting...
    Thread by: jb, Nov 4, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  37. Snowstorm
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    Poor Treatment Facilities In Nursing Homes.

    :( I have reached a difficult situation in one particular nursing home which is a convent. I am concerned by the lack of adequate treatment...
    Thread by: Snowstorm, Oct 14, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: United Kingdom
  38. leahn
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    Podiatrists with neck and back pain

    I am a 4th year Occupational Therapy student and am in the process of completing my major written investigation for the year. The title of my...
    Thread by: leahn, Aug 10, 2006, 16 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
  39. betafeet
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    Infection Control

    I would like to open this arena for discussion: Jude
    Thread by: betafeet, Aug 1, 2006, 6 replies, in forum: United Kingdom
  40. NewsBot
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    OH & S concerns spell end for foot clinics

    The Yorkshire Post are reporting: Health fears spell end of the road for foot clinics PATIENTS who attend clinics for treatment to their feet in...
    Thread by: NewsBot, May 8, 2006, 7 replies, in forum: United Kingdom
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