James M. Gerrard, Daniel R. Bonanno, Glen A. Whittaker, Karl B. Landorf Introduction Foot orthoses and shock-absorbing insoles are commonly used to treat and prevent

The compensated equinus deformity is caused by either a structural or functional shortage of the gastrocnemius muscle. It creates an inability to achieve a range

Biomechanical and Postural Considerations/ Orthotic Treatment By Joe Coletta, PTA, C.Ped Current Pedorthics Pedorthic Footcare Association   http://www.pedorthotics.org Cavus foot deformities are commonly associated with neurological

This article discusses the importance of considering foot flexibility when prescribing orthotics.  To ensure maximum therapeutic value from the orthotics, extra care and attention to

Are You Over-Prescribing Them? Dr. Lloyd Nesbitt, DPM How are your results going with the orthotics that you prescribe?   Do you find that too

Patient Female, 24 years old, 125 lbs. Complaint Dull, throbbing pain on the lateral plantar aspect of the left foot, just proximal to the fifth

Is a Virtual Cast Equivalent to a Plaster Cast? A lot of practitioners are hesitant to switch from the plaster casting technique to a laser

Haglund’s deformity is a commonly seen but not well understood condition also known as retrocalcaneal exostosis. An abnormality of the heel bone and soft tissues

Patient 28 year old female, 121 lbs. Complaint Lateral forefoot pain, left foot only. X-Rays X-rays taken were negative for fractures. On the lateral view-

Practitioners prescribe foot orthotics to improve foot function and relieve pain. This also produces observable changes in other areas of the lower extremities. The most

Patient Female, 35 years old, 135 lbs Complaint Throbbing pain sub-second and third metatarsal of the right foot. History The patient was treated by another

Patient Male, 29 years old, volleyball player, 267 lbs. Complaint Increasing pain and swelling in both knees over a six year period. Pain and stiffness

Patient Female, 62 years old, 165 lbs. Complaints Pain at the 1st metatarsal head bilaterally and pain and numbness in the 3rd interdigital space, right

As with anything in life, people don’t always want to take your advice. When it comes to orthotics, there can be all sorts of reasons

Patient Female, age 34, 126 lbs. History and Chief Complaint For the past seven years, the patient’s feet have become progressively more uncomfortable. At first

It is not uncommon for some runners to develop lateral knee pain. This symptom is often associated with a significant reduction in subtalar joint motion,

The cavus foot has limited motion and absorbs shock poorly. Although it is often only a minor problem in multidirectional sports or sprinting, it can

Forefoot Valgus- The Plantarflexed First Ray The following chart is designed to clarify the various differences in forefoot valgus and plantarflexed first ray deformities. This

Patient: Female, 14 years, 105 lbs Complaints Redness, pain and swelling on the back of both feels, several months duration. History Negative- no specific history

In Brief: About 4% if the athletes with foot problems seen by the authors had cuboid syndrome. The authors say that the syndrome is common

The plantar fascia is a band of connective tissue running from the heel to the ball of the foot. Inflammation of the plantar fascia occurs

The ideal situation is one where a patient is experiencing pain, the practitioner prescribes an orthotic, this orthotic relieves their pain and everyone lives happily

What is it?   Talipes equinus deformity is a condition in which the foot is held in a plantarflexed position. The patient will lack the

Patient: Female, 55 years old, 140 lbs   Chief complaint   In our second case of the season, our patient complains of pain in the

  Hallux Limitus is a condition causing inflammation and soreness of the big toe, accompanied by restriction of movement. If untreated, it can lead to

Patient: Male, 35 years old, 5’9″, 190 lbs   History and chief complaint   Patient’s feet have always bothered him, and he has “flat feet”.

  Shin splints are a painful injury, common among athletes, soldiers and dancers. They are one of a number of injuries caused by repetitive overuse