Laurie Barclay, MD August 29, 2014 Patients with gout, particularly women, have increased risk for vascular disease, according to findings of a study published online August 27 in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases. “Hyperuricaemia, the biochemical precursor to gout, has been linked with an increased incidence of, and mortality from, both [coronary heart disease (CHD)] and stroke,” write Lorna E. Clarson, MBChB, […]
by Tom Goom on August 22, 2014 Plantar fasciitis can be a nuisance to treat and, to date, we’ve had little high quality evidence to guide us. Today’s blog represents an exciting new direction in treating this stubborn condition. For some time we’ve noted the similarities between plantar fascial problems and tendinopathy. Back in 2006 […]
Story Source by Tom Goom on August 22, 2014 in Foot and ankle, Guest Bloggers, Running Injuries Plantar fasciitis can be a nuisance to treat and, to date, we’ve had little high quality evidence to guide us. Today’s blog represents an exciting new direction in treating this stubborn condition. For some time we’ve noted the […]
Ann Anat. 2014 Jul 29. pii: S0940-9602(14)00149-6. doi: 10.1016/j.aanat.2014.07.003. [Epub ahead of print] Changes in length of the plantar aponeurosis during the stance phase of gait – An in vivo dynamic fluoroscopic study. Fessel G1, Jacob HA2, Wyss C3, Mittlmeier T4, Müller-Gerbl M5, Büttner A6. Author information Abstract In locomotion, ligaments and muscles have been […]
Regular exercise significantly lessened the excess mortality risk associated with elevated serum uric acid, a large Taiwanese study found. by Nancy Walsh, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today July 25, 2014 Action Points Regular exercise significantly lessened the excess mortality risk associated with elevated serum uric acid, a large Taiwanese study found. Among individuals whose serum […]
Is Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Clinical Efficacy for Relief of Chronic, Recalcitrant Plantar Fasciitis? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo or Active-Treatment Controlled Trials Meng-Chen Yin, MD, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Volume 95, Issue 8, Pages 1585–1593, August 2014 Abstract Objective To assess the efficacy of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and […]
Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Nov;35(11):1159-65. doi: 10.1177/1071100714543907. Epub 2014 Jul 18. Yvonne M Golightly Abstract Background: The occurrence of musculoskeletal foot disorders differs by race and obesity, and these disorders may be related to pronated (low arch) or supinated (high arch) foot structure. This cross-sectional analysis examined relationships of foot disorders and foot function by race […]
Chuanhu anti-gout mixture versus colchicine for acute gouty arthritis: A randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, non-inferiority trial – Full Text International Journal of Medical Sciences , 07/14/2014 Evidence Based Medicine Clinical Article Wang YG, et al. – The Chuanhu anti–gout mixture has been used for many years in the treatment of gout in Chinese Traditional Medicine, and […]
Published on Jan 22, 2014 Want to treat your Plantar Fasciosis (formerly known as Plantar Fasciitis) naturally, without surgery or orthotics? Natural Sports Podiatrist Dr. Ray McClanahan discusses natural, conservative and preventive treatments for Plantar Fasciosis, and compares them to traditionally offered, conventional Podiatric treatments. Learn why this condition often involves no “itis” or inflammation […]
Medscape Medical News > Conference News Alice Goodman June 15, 2014 Full Story PARIS — Erectile dysfunction (ED) is common and often severe in men suffering from gout, according to the results of a cross-sectional survey of men who presented to a rheumatology clinic. “These results strongly support the proposal to screen all men with […]
Miller EE, et al., The effect of minimal shoes on arch structure and intrinsic foot muscle strength, Journal of Sport and Health Science (2014), http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jshs.2014.03.011 Journal Abstract Full Text Article PDF The purpose of the following study was to investigate the differences of running in minimal versus conventional shoes on intrinsic foot muscle development and […]
Plantar fasciitis and its relationship with hallux limitus. AuthorsAranda Y, et al. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2014 May;104(3):263-8. doi: 10.7547/0003-0538-104.3.263. Abstract Background : We sought to determine whether patients with plantar fasciitis have limited dorsiflexion in the first metatarsophalangeal joint and which type of foot, pronated or supinated, is most frequently associated with plantar […]
Wassinger Craig Manual Therapy Volume 19, Issue 3 , Pages 242-245, June 2014 Dynamic standing balance is essential to perform functional activities and is included in the treatment of many lower extremity injuries. Physiotherapists utilize many methods to restore standing balance including stability exercises, functional retraining, and manual therapy. The purpose of this study was […]
Méndez-SánchezRoberto The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. April 2014, 20(4): 251-257. doi:10.1089/acm.2013.0192. Journal Reference ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the immediate effects of manipulation of bilateral sacroiliac joints (SIJs) on the plantar pressure distribution in asymptomatic participants in the standing position. Design: Randomized, controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Participants: Sixty-two asymptomatic men and women (mean age, […]
A pilot randomized clinical trial Manual Therapy Volume 19, Issue 2 , Pages 102-108, April 2014 Bernice Saban Abstract Background Plantar heel pain syndrome (PHPS) is a common foot disorder; however, there is limited clinical evidence on which to base treatment. Repeated clinical observations indicating heel pain during heel rise and minisquat on the affected […]
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Available online 6 March 2014 Akhbari Behnam, PhD, PT Journal Reference Abstract Objective The purpose of this case report is to describe the use of dry needling based on myofascial meridians for management of plantar fasciitis. Clinical features A 53-year-old man presented with bilateral chronic foot pain for more than 2 […]
Orthopedic Research and Reviews Authors: Martinelli N, Bonifacini C, Romeo G Published Date March 2014 Volume 2014:6 Pages 33 – 40 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/ORR.S43126 Abstract: Almost 1 million Americans are affected by plantar fasciitis (PF), which is the commonest cause of chronic heel pain. This condition is often managed conservatively, and many rehabilitation protocols, some with […]
Méndez-Sánchez R, et al. J Altern Complement Med. 2014 Feb 4. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract Abstract Objective: To investigate the immediate effects of manipulation of bilateral sacroiliac joints (SIJs) on the plantar pressure distribution in asymptomatic participants in the standing position. Design: Randomized, controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Participants: Sixty-two asymptomatic men and women (mean […]