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January 17, 2014This is somewhat of a controversial topic as it new, expensive and a lot of unsubstantiated claims get made for it. Fungal infections of the toenails (or onychomycosis) is a common problem. It causes the nails to become deformed and grow with a yellowish discoloration. The biggest issue in this problem is that treatment can Continue reading →
Staff January 3, 2014Kohlers Disease is a problem with the navicular bone in the arch of the foot in young kids with a peak incidence around are 5 years. It usually presents as a ache on the top of the arch of the foot and often also causes the child to limp. Kohlers Disease is due to a Continue reading →
Staff December 28, 2013The Kinetic wedge is an extension to a foot orthotic that is patented by Howard Dananberg. The aim of this extension is to facilitate motion at the first metatarsophalangeal joint to treat functional hallux limitus. The Kinetic wedge hold the hallux in a dorsiflexed position and also elevates the lateral metatarsals. The effect of this Continue reading →
Staff December 21, 2013You may have seen all those elite athletes at recent Olympics games with the very pretty colored tape supporting various parts pf there body to treat and prevent injury. Is this tape effective or just a pretty placebo? Most of the research shows that it is not much better than a placebo. However, those that Continue reading →