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Atlas Orthotic Lab
Atlas Orthotic Lab Limited
Atlas provides quality custom made orthotics, the largest selection of brand name footwear with a superior ordering platform. Our iPad Scanning Technology option enables contactless casting along with time and cost savings. Guaranteed 3-5 day turnaround time for all orders - all year long. Atlas - the clear choice for today’s orthotics.
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Industry News
Walking In The Shoes Of Our Patients
SOURCE: Podiatry Today
In my last DPM blog, I discussed the importance of treating the “whole” patient when it comes to managing diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).  And, during the course of a busy day, with increasingly condensed schedules, potentially limited resources and added administrative responsibilities, our encounters with patients at the highest risk for amputation, who deserve the most time and attention, can seem a bit chaotic.

 
Compartment Syndrome: Appreciating Atypical Lower Leg Pain in Athletes
SOURCE: Lower Extremty Review
Leg pain in the active and athletic patient population can be difficult to evaluate, diagnose, and treat. A physician must be aware of many causes of lower extremity pain in these patients. Lower leg pain experienced by athletes is typically posterior tibial tendonitis, shin splints, stress fractures, or Achilles tendonosis.

 
Rare Case of a Very Large Angioleiomyoma of the Dorsum Foot
SOURCE: Cureus
Angioleiomyomas are relatively rare benign smooth muscle soft tissue tumors which often occur on the extremities. They are rarely diagnosed preoperatively as clinical and radiological examination is often nonspecific and inconclusive.

 
Treatment of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome with Dielectric Radiofrequency Diathermy
SOURCE: Medicina
Notwithstanding patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) being one of the most common causes of pain in the front of the knee in outpatients, few studies have shown the effects of radiofrequency on knee pain and function in this population.

 
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
Here's a chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card
  

During COVID-19, did you accumulate a collection of fun and colourful socks? We know we did. Lots and lots of socks!

Between May 1 and May 31, send us your sock photos. All entries will be entered into a drawing for a $250 Amazon gift card, which you can use to buy more socks. We will also be compiling all sock photos by turning them into a fun video that we will share at the end of Foot Health Month. This contest is open to foot health professionals. So, get your socks on, take a picture and send it to events@cfpmcanada.ca.

CFPM Annual Conference - Registration open for Exhibitors/Sponsors

CFPM's Annual (Virtual) Conference is scheduled for Nov. 11 to 13, 2021. Registration is now open for Exhibitors/Sponsors. The Conference Committee has begun working on the program and will be announcing topics and speakers starting in June. Visit our website often for updates.

 
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ToeFX Canada
Job Postings
Latest Job Opportunities
  
Check out the latest job postings on our CFPM website. Full-Time Chiropody positions in Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Toronto (North York), Ontario, and Full-Time Podiatry postion in Winnipeg, Manitoba. See full details here.
 
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Post your practice for sale on the CFPM Website
CFPM can post a practice for sale ad to reach the chiropody/podiatry community. This service is FREE to members only. Click here.
Calendar of Events
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May 2021
 
CFPM Webinar Series - Webinar #6 - Solutions beyond Orthotics
We will explore a case study that highlights the challenges that can be encountered when conservative methods (such as orthotics) fail. The aim of this webinar is to discuss surgical soft tissue treatment options that are within a chiropodist's scope of practice that can be utilized in the treatment of heel and arch pain. FREE for all CFPM members.
4
Jun 2021
 
CFPM Webinar Series - Webinar #7 - The six principal factors involved with staff disengagement or de-motivation and the "Engagement Wheel"
We will go over the six main factors involved with staff "checking out" and losing their motivation. The good news is that you can be a positive influence and help each one of your staff to remain engaged and motivated. The facts of running a clinic is that your you and your staff are faced with these factors daily. Knowing about them and how to help you staff deal with them can be a tremendous force in keeping your team happy, engaged and coming to work willing to give you their 110%. FREE for all CFPM members.
18
Jun 2021
 
CFPM Webinar Series - Webinar #8 Treatment of trigger points using Radial Shockwave in a Podiatric setting. A novel approach
The Dolorclast Method - Shockwave use in a Podiatric Setting: A novel approach using trigger points with speaker Dr. Howard Penn. Objectives:

1. What are shock waves.
2. Indications for ESWT
3. Proven mechanisms of action
4. Clinical evidence
5. Practical applications using trigger points

Dr. Penn has been practicing podiatric medicine and surgery in Buffalo, New York, for the past 32 years. He is board certified in foot surgery by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Shockwave therapy has been a very effective treatment modality in his practice for the past 20 years for a variety of musculoskeletal ailments. FREE for all CFPM members.
11
Nov 2021
 
2021 Annual Conference
This year's conference is being delivered virtually via an interactive and engaging platform that allows delegates to attend from anywhere around the world.

Conference Schedule Snapshot:

Thursday, November 11 - Pre-Conference - 12 to 4 p.m.
Friday, November 12 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, November 13 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.