Medical management and surgical intervention can be a significant challenge when caring for patients with mental or intellectual disabilities (ID). An interdisciplinary team approach is important for proper management, advocacy, and care patients with IDs in the perioperative phase. This paper will examine the case of a young adult with a medical history of spina bifida myelomeningocele presenting with a lower extremity soft tissue infection, and highlight the crucial role of an interdisciplinary approach to the perioperative process in patients with ID.

The popularity of lower extremity compression garments (CGs) amongst athletes continues to increase. Initially CGs were mainly prescribed to patients with chronic venous disorder. Using graduated lower extremity CGs with a degrading pressure from distal to proximal parts of this extremity increases venous flow velocity, reduces venous wall distension, improves valvular function, and stimulates lymphatic outflow.

Twenty consecutive patients underwent 1 st TMTJ arthrodesis utilizing a tri-planar instrumented system. Serial radiographs were obtained to assess osseous complications, specifically: delayed-, mal-, non-union and hardware related problems, as well as, need for return to the operating room following the index procedure.

The main theme of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to synthesize the evidence of randomized controlled trial of evidence of Pilates intervention, in comparison to control groups and other forms of exercise, for falls prevention in healthy older adults.

McQuistan Chiropody Professional Corporation in Hamilton, Ontario is currently seeking a FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME REGISTERED CHIROPODIST ASSOCIATE. Previous experience is an asset, but new graduates are welcome. We are looking for an energetic, motivated and caring professional to provide innovative care to the full extent of the chiropodial scope of practice. We are a busy private practice and provide patient-focused care.

 

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