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Differences in Achilles Tendon Stiffness in People with Gout
SOURCE: BMC Musculoskelet Disord
Gout has been associated with weaker foot/leg muscles and altered gait patterns. There is also evidence of on-going foot pain and an increased risk of tendinopathy, with the Achilles and patella tendons most frequently affected in gout. 

 
How To Address Recurrent Hammertoes
SOURCE: Podiatry Today
Although hammertoes are a common surgical pathology addressed by podiatric surgeons, recurrence can be problematic and frustrating. Accordingly, these authors review common etiologies, keys to assessment and essential pearls to facilitate successful revision. 

 
Office-Based Advanced Wound Care Therapy
SOURCE: Lower Extremity Review
Diabetes mellitus is the leading cause for nontraumatic amputation. Since 1980, the number of people with diabetes around the world has nearly quadrupled, from 108 million to nearly 422 million in 2014—and it continues to rise. Although first described in 1550 BC, diabetes is among today’s costliest diseases, placing a major strain on our modern healthcare system due to its many complications.

 
Muscle Activity of the Triceps Surae With Novel Propulsion Heel-Lift Orthotics in Recreational Runners
SOURCE: Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
The triceps surae muscle has been identified with propulsion during running gait, and typical heel-lift orthotics (THOs) have been used to treat some sports injuries of this structural-biomechanical unit. The effects of a novel propulsion heel-lift orthotic (PHO) on surface electromyography (EMG) activity of the gastrocnemius during a full cycle of running have yet to be tested.

 
SpiderTech Calf & Arch Pre-Cut
SpiderTech Inc.
Manufactured in Toronto, Canada. The SpiderTech Calf and Arch Spider provides support for patients dealing with a variety of Calf, Ankle, and Foot issues. The support can be in the form of additional proprioceptive feedback important after injury and exercise induced fatigue. It is also beneficial for pain control, range of motion deficit caused by increased muscle tone and improved fluid transfer.
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Events
CFPM 2020 Annual Conference
This year's conference will be delivered virtually via an interactive and engaging platform that allows delegates to attend from anywhere around the world. We are currently working on the program, but registration is open.
Please click here for more information.
 
CFPM Annual Conference Speaker Spotlight
Each week, CFPM will be profiling a selection of speakers leading up to the CFPM Annual Conference: November 12-14, 2020. 

You can see the full selection of Conference Speakers on our website
 
Job Postings
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Practices for Sale
Practice for Sale - West Toronto
(Posted October 6, 2020) Podiatrist retiring and wishes to sell the practice. Located in the Kingsway on Bloor St., across from the Royal York subway. Mainly routine care and orthotics with room to grow the practice. Currently seeing about half of what I saw last year, this business will be priced accordingly. Contact Robert N. Sterin, DPM at 416-420-9686 (cell) or at rnsterindpm@gmail.com. 

Do you have a practice for sale? CFPM can post a practice for sale ad to reach the chiropody/podiatry community. This service is FREE to members only. Non-member ads are also available for a fee.