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  1. eddavisdpm
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    Burnout High Among Podiatrists

    Stressors of work do not just affect the practitioner but his or her family. Long hours, high stress levels and financial uncertainty are not...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Oct 19, 2019 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal shock wave therapy with custom foot orthotics in plantar fasciitis treatment

    Plantar fasciitis is not a degenerative condition of the plantar fascia; plantar fasciosis is. Orthotics potentially treat underlying causes of...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Aug 24, 2019 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Importance of thickness of the plantar fascia in plantar fasciitis

    Sonographic evaluation of plantar fascial pathology should not rely on an isolated criterion such as plantar fascial thickness. Sonographic...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jul 15, 2019 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  4. eddavisdpm
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    The total contact cast 'controversy'

    TCC is a good offloading option but the fact that a patient may not be able to drive home, especially if the right foot/leg is casted. Like many...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jul 15, 2019 in forum: Diabetic Foot & Wound Management
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    Platelet rich plasma vs shock wave vs corticosteroids for plantar fasciitis

    The authors use of sonography to measure changes in fascial thickness is admirable but I feel that the inclusion criteria should include use of...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 10, 2018 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  6. eddavisdpm
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    Compare and Contrast Advanced Composite Combat Boot Orthotic Systems for US Army

    Steve, Are both foot plates the same, that is, the product from Cascade and that from Orthobaltic? Ed
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 10, 2018 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
  7. eddavisdpm
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    Meta-analysis of shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis

    The author makes a good point about variations in study design. One variable that need be addressed is inclusion criteria for studies. Criteria...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Apr 18, 2017 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Surgery for hallux rigidus

    Like many studies, the stated results are based on relatively short term outcomes. A complete first MTP joint arthrodesis means no joint pain as...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Mar 7, 2017 in forum: Foot Surgery
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    Surgery for hallux rigidus

    The item not mentioned is the length of time patients were followed. One important issue with surgical treatments of hallux rigidus is what can be...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Mar 7, 2017 in forum: Foot Surgery
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    Nocturnal leg cramps

    Topical magnesium (magnesium gel or magnesium oil) has worked well for my patients with idiopathic nocturnal cramps. Oral magnesium, due to its...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Mar 7, 2017 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Heat mouldable carbonfibre/polypropylene shells

    Northwest Podiatric Lab in Blaine, WA ( http://www.nwpodiatric.com/ ) has a line of excellent carbon fiber pre-fabs known as "Pre-Custom." They...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jan 20, 2013 in forum: United Kingdom
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    Surgery without biomechanical consideration

    I am not a big fan of arthrodesis of the first MTP joint. That procedure had been more in vogue with the orthopedic community in the US but...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 10, 2012 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    This article is of high value, in my opinion, as it utilizes an objective and measurable parameter to determine the effects of ESWT on tissue....
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Sep 19, 2012 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Who offers a money back guarrantee on foot orthotics?

    We provide a lifetime warranty on our orthotics against rust. That warranty is voided by acts of terrorism, war or by wearing the left orthotic...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jun 15, 2012 in forum: Practice Management
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    The Cluffy Wedge and Achilles tendonitis

    Craig: I would think that the proximate effect of the Cluffy Wedge to be on FHL, that is, an effect on retrotalar pain as opposed to the achilles...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, May 16, 2011 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Ultrasound thickness correlates to improvement in plantar fasciitis

    Ultrasound may reveal a decrease in thickness of the fascia if a modality clinically demonstrated to effect such a decrease is utilized. I have...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Apr 6, 2011 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    The last two papers are interesting in that ESWT was applied to patients with heel pain but not for the primary indication of ESWT, plantar...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 29, 2010 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Your thoughts in my book on barefoot running?

    We were born without shoes. We were also born without clothes. Have you ever considered running without clothes? :bash: Shoes, clothes, shelter...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Oct 13, 2010 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Why Mastering Biomechanics is Crucial to the Profession

    Kevin: Thank you for your post. You are involved in the educational system so please tell us what is going on at the schools with respect to...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Aug 5, 2010 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Early shoe wear - was a bunion present?

    Here is an interesting find:...
    Thread by: eddavisdpm, Jul 24, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Electronic Medical Records - Web Based vs. Computer Software??

    EMR update. I started using Dox in February 2009 and discontinued its use at the end of July 2009. Despite having a reasonably fast internet...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Mar 14, 2010 in forum: Practice Management
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Paul: Thank you. The issues surrounding ESWT have always been interesting not just from the standpoint of science but by observing the politics...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Hi Don: Things have been busy. I relocated from the Seattle area to San Antonio in early 2007; left my Siemen's Sonocur behind. It was a...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Paul: I am not saying that ESWT should only be used in patients who have exhausted conservative treatment measures and are ready for surgery...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Paul - Natural regression and a limited lifespan for fasciosis? What research are you referring to? We are talking about patients who have...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 30, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Apis OC-2000 Foot Orthotics Carver

    David: Looks very interesting. I use plaster casting infrequently now. Mainly using the STS fiberglass slipper socks but am considering...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 28, 2009 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Forms

    I am looking for a good gait analysis, biomechanical exam, muscle testing and range of motion forms that are out there created by colleagues. It...
    Thread by: eddavisdpm, Nov 26, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Billing 99203 and 11721

    The modifier 25 should not be necessary as it is being used with a new visit/E&M code. That being said, not all third party payors process claims...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 26, 2009 in forum: Podiatry and Related Books
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Charlotte: I am not familiar with the company you are using. Some patients obtain temporary symptomatic relief which is a form of...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 23, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Paul: Here is an interesting review by Rompe: http://bmb.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/ldm005v1 See the section discussing the...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 23, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Paul: 1) It appears that the human body has significant difficulty in dealing with chronic inflammation. An example is the chronic inflammation...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 23, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Who offers a money back guarrantee on foot orthotics?

    I believe that it is important that patients understand that we are not providing a commodity but rather a service. The orthotic device is a...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 22, 2009 in forum: Practice Management
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    Charlotte: I am uncertain at what time after treatment you are assessing "initial results?" The effects of ESWT take 3 to 6 months to occur....
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Nov 22, 2009 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    The Unified Theory approach to podiatric biomechanics

    Kevin: I think that you have made an important point of clarification in your post that needs greater emphasis. The amount of subtalar joint...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jul 19, 2009 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Electronic Medical Records - Web Based vs. Computer Software??

    The advantages of EMR software in the ASP (application service provider) model, that is, software that resides on the server of the EMR vendor are...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jul 19, 2009 in forum: Practice Management
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    Using scanners to capture images of the foot for orthoses construction

    A couple of things to look for in a potential scanner: 1) The scanner is not proprietary to one lab. Ideally, we need a "universal" system...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 24, 2008 in forum: Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses
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    Whats your Gold Standard for onychomycosis?

    The link is to an article that must first be purchased to be read. Please summarize the article or provide a version that does not require a fee....
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 24, 2008 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Whats your Gold Standard for onychomycosis?

    Onychomycosis is such a common condition that it deserves a closer look. I have changed treatment regimens several times throughout the years....
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Dec 24, 2008 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    ESWT/JAPMA/Dr. Norris I loooked at the article in JAPMA again this morning and note that Dr. Norris is clearly listed on the bottom of the first...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jan 27, 2006 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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    Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

    ESWT Article Only Dr. Norris has a "proprietary" interest. It is very common for manufacturers to fund studies. Dr. Werber, was the primary...
    Post by: eddavisdpm, Jan 27, 2006 in forum: General Issues and Discussion Forum
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