Volume 39 - 2026 Compendium
Total Ankle Replacement and Arthritis
05/01/2026
Karissa Badillo, DPM, AACFAS; Roberto A. Brandão DPM, FACFAS
Ankle arthritis is a debilitating condition commonly driven by prior trauma and chronic instability, often progressing despite conservative care. As imaging limitations challenge early detection of intra-articular damage, surgical...
Ankle arthritis is a debilitating condition commonly driven by prior trauma and chronic instability, often progressing despite conservative care. As imaging limitations challenge early detection of intra-articular damage, surgical...
Ankle arthritis is a...
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Charcot Reconstruction
05/01/2026
Zeeshan S. Husain, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS; Athanasios Garbis, DPM; Kyle Lawton, DPM
Charcot neuroarthropathy remains a limb-threatening condition, but evolving surgical strategies are shifting the focus from rigid fixation to functional limb preservation. Emerging techniques—such as the “flipper foot” construct and selective...
Charcot neuroarthropathy remains a limb-threatening condition, but evolving surgical strategies are shifting the focus from rigid fixation to functional limb preservation. Emerging techniques—such as the “flipper foot” construct and selective...
Charcot neuroarthropathy remains...
05/01/2026
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Achilles Tendon Rupture
05/01/2026
Kasra Behfar, DPM, MS, DABMSP; Linda Oh, DPM; Kim L. Felder, DPM, FACPM, FAPWCA, FASPS
This case challenges conventional thinking, demonstrating successful nonoperative management despite a large tendon gap, neuropathy, and poor adherence to treatment recommendations. Four-year follow-up findings highlight the potential for...
This case challenges conventional thinking, demonstrating successful nonoperative management despite a large tendon gap, neuropathy, and poor adherence to treatment recommendations. Four-year follow-up findings highlight the potential for...
This case challenges...
05/01/2026
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Gout and Diabetes
05/01/2026
Michael S. Nirenberg, DPM
In patients with diabetes, gout should never be viewed as an isolated joint problem. This article argues that concurrent gout and diabetes signal a broader state of insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, and kidney dysfunction—while also...
In patients with diabetes, gout should never be viewed as an isolated joint problem. This article argues that concurrent gout and diabetes signal a broader state of insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, and kidney dysfunction—while also...
In patients with diabetes, gout...
05/01/2026
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Peroneal Tendons
05/01/2026
Jeffrey Dikis, DPM
This review outlines a practical, evidence-informed approach to diagnosis, imaging interpretation, and management to help clinicians identify and treat peroneal tendon pathology effectively. Such disorders are often overlooked due to symptom...
This review outlines a practical, evidence-informed approach to diagnosis, imaging interpretation, and management to help clinicians identify and treat peroneal tendon pathology effectively. Such disorders are often overlooked due to symptom...
This review outlines a...
05/01/2026
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Os Cuboideum Secundarium
05/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Jaime Moore, AGNP
A rare accessory ossicle, the os cuboideum secundarium, is typically an incidental finding—but in high-risk feet, it can become clinically significant. This case highlights how an unrecognized plantar-lateral bony prominence contributed to...
A rare accessory ossicle, the os cuboideum secundarium, is typically an incidental finding—but in high-risk feet, it can become clinically significant. This case highlights how an unrecognized plantar-lateral bony prominence contributed to...
A rare accessory ossicle, the os...
05/01/2026
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Lower Extremity Compression
04/01/2026
Loan Lam, DPM, FAWPHc, FAPWCA, CWSP, CHWS, CLWT
Compression therapy remains the gold standard for managing lower extremity edema, yet its application is often underutilized due to clinical uncertainty. Understanding the edema continuum—and how patients move along it—is essential to...
Compression therapy remains the gold standard for managing lower extremity edema, yet its application is often underutilized due to clinical uncertainty. Understanding the edema continuum—and how patients move along it—is essential to...
Compression therapy remains the...
04/01/2026
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TAR Contraindications
04/01/2026
Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS; Oliver Knauer, DPM, AACFAS
Understanding absolute and relative contraindications to total ankle replacement helps surgeons minimize complications such as loosening, wound failure, and early revision. This article provides a practical, evidence-informed framework to...
Understanding absolute and relative contraindications to total ankle replacement helps surgeons minimize complications such as loosening, wound failure, and early revision. This article provides a practical, evidence-informed framework to...
Understanding absolute and...
04/01/2026
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Ankle Fracture Fixation
04/01/2026
Alexa Bykowski, DPM; Brian Burgess, DPM, FACFAS
Ankle fracture management is increasingly guided by mortise stability and patient factors, not simply fracture pattern or the number of malleoli involved. Even subtle talar malalignment can dramatically alter tibiotalar contact mechanics and...
Ankle fracture management is increasingly guided by mortise stability and patient factors, not simply fracture pattern or the number of malleoli involved. Even subtle talar malalignment can dramatically alter tibiotalar contact mechanics and...
Ankle fracture management is...
04/01/2026
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Perioperative GLP-1 Considerations
04/01/2026
Melissa Lockwood, DPM
For podiatric surgeons, the shift to using GLP-1 receptor agonists introduces new perioperative considerations. A thoughtful, multidisciplinary approach is essential to safely optimize outcomes in this growing patient population.
For podiatric surgeons, the shift to using GLP-1 receptor agonists introduces new perioperative considerations. A thoughtful, multidisciplinary approach is essential to safely optimize outcomes in this growing patient population.
For podiatric surgeons, the...
04/01/2026
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TAR Edema Control
04/01/2026
Keith A. Crenshaw, DPM, MS, AACFAS; Jeffrey E. McAlister, DPM, FACFAS
Postoperative edema following total ankle arthroplasty is more than a temporary inconvenience—it is a critical determinant of wound healing and long-term outcomes. Emerging evidence suggests that both preoperative soft-tissue characteristics...
Postoperative edema following total ankle arthroplasty is more than a temporary inconvenience—it is a critical determinant of wound healing and long-term outcomes. Emerging evidence suggests that both preoperative soft-tissue characteristics...
Postoperative edema following...
04/01/2026
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Heel Melanoma
04/01/2026
Kody Jacobson, DPM; Devin Towson, DPM; Jodi Walters, DPM, DABFAS; James Dancho, DPM, FACFAS; Valarie Samoy, DPM, DABPM
Heel melanoma is uncommon, but its location on a weight-bearing surface makes it easy to miss. These three plantar heel cases underscore how delayed recognition can lead to invasive disease and nodal spread, while timely biopsy and...
Heel melanoma is uncommon, but its location on a weight-bearing surface makes it easy to miss. These three plantar heel cases underscore how delayed recognition can lead to invasive disease and nodal spread, while timely biopsy and...
Heel melanoma is uncommon, but...
04/01/2026
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Vibrio Necrotizing Fasciitis
04/01/2026
Karin Messiha, DPM; Ksenja Llazar, DPM; Shailee Vishnubhatt, DPM
Vibrio vulnificus necrotizing fasciitis is a rapidly progressive, often fatal soft tissue infection that demands immediate clinical recognition and decisive surgical management. This case underscores the limitations of relying on the LRINEC...
Vibrio vulnificus necrotizing fasciitis is a rapidly progressive, often fatal soft tissue infection that demands immediate clinical recognition and decisive surgical management. This case underscores the limitations of relying on the LRINEC...
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04/01/2026
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Nutrition
04/01/2026
Lisa M. Schoene, DPM, ATC, FACFAS
As supplements flood the marketplace and patients arrive armed with questions about nutrition, detoxification, and longevity, podiatrists are uniquely positioned to guide evidence-informed conversations about lifestyle and targeted...
As supplements flood the marketplace and patients arrive armed with questions about nutrition, detoxification, and longevity, podiatrists are uniquely positioned to guide evidence-informed conversations about lifestyle and targeted...
As supplements flood the...
04/01/2026
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Surgeon Wellness
04/01/2026
Jennifer J. Spector, DPM, FACFAS
This ACFAS session focused on managing high-stress moments in real time, navigating difficult patient dynamics without losing yourself, and cultivating courage and resilience when life fractures your identity.
This ACFAS session focused on managing high-stress moments in real time, navigating difficult patient dynamics without losing yourself, and cultivating courage and resilience when life fractures your identity.
This ACFAS session focused on...
04/01/2026
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Superficial Venous Arterialization
03/01/2026
Khanjan Nagarsheth, MD, MBA, RPVI; Eleanor F. Dunlap, DNP, ANP-BC, MBA; Suzanna S. Fitzpatrick, DNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP; Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS, FACFAS
For patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) who lack conventional revascularization options, venous arterialization offers a potential path to limb salvage. While deep venous arterialization (DVA) has gained attention in recent...
For patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) who lack conventional revascularization options, venous arterialization offers a potential path to limb salvage. While deep venous arterialization (DVA) has gained attention in recent...
For patients with chronic...
03/01/2026
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Total Talus Replacement
03/01/2026
Jannani Krishnan, DPM; Bhavkaranjeet Kaur, DPM; James Brian Warne, DPM
Total talus replacement is emerging as a powerful salvage option for patients with advanced avascular necrosis (AVN), failed ankle arthroplasty, or end-stage ankle arthritis. This article explores the advantages of 3D-printed...
Total talus replacement is emerging as a powerful salvage option for patients with advanced avascular necrosis (AVN), failed ankle arthroplasty, or end-stage ankle arthritis. This article explores the advantages of 3D-printed...
Total talus replacement is...
03/01/2026
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Multidisciplinary Care
03/01/2026
Alton R. Johnson, Jr., DPM, DABPM, FACPM, FASPS, CWSP
Multidisciplinary collaboration isn’t limited to academic medical centers—it’s achievable in private and community-based podiatric practices as well. In this interview, Dr. Johnson outlines practical strategies for assembling decentralized...
Multidisciplinary collaboration isn’t limited to academic medical centers—it’s achievable in private and community-based podiatric practices as well. In this interview, Dr. Johnson outlines practical strategies for assembling decentralized...
Multidisciplinary collaboration...
03/01/2026
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Campylobacter Osteomyelitis
03/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Jaime Moore, AGNP
This case report describes a presumed hematogenous Campylobacter osteomyelitis of the hallux in an immunocompetent adult, complicated by coexisting crystal arthropathy and culture-negative findings.
This case report describes a presumed hematogenous Campylobacter osteomyelitis of the hallux in an immunocompetent adult, complicated by coexisting crystal arthropathy and culture-negative findings.
This case report describes a...
03/01/2026
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MIS for Bunions
03/01/2026
Eric Baskin, DPM, FACFAS; Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS; Alexandra Anain, DPM, AACFAS
As minimally invasive (MIS) bunion surgery continues to gain traction, variations in fixation strategy have prompted renewed discussion around complication profiles. This article reviews both established and evolving complications associated...
As minimally invasive (MIS) bunion surgery continues to gain traction, variations in fixation strategy have prompted renewed discussion around complication profiles. This article reviews both established and evolving complications associated...
As minimally invasive (MIS)...
03/01/2026
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Plantar Fascial Tears
03/01/2026
James M. Cottom, DPM, FACFAS; Tyler J. Verdoni, DPM, AACFAS
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common complaints foot and ankle providers diagnose and treat. Interstitial tearing of the plantar fascia is prevalent, especially in chronic or recalcitrant heel pain patients. These authors describe...
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common complaints foot and ankle providers diagnose and treat. Interstitial tearing of the plantar fascia is prevalent, especially in chronic or recalcitrant heel pain patients. These authors describe...
Plantar fasciitis is one of the...
03/01/2026
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Nitric Oxide in Wound Care
03/01/2026
Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
This article explores the science, clinical rationale, and observational data supporting nitric oxide foam as a promising frontline therapy in modern wound management.
This article explores the science, clinical rationale, and observational data supporting nitric oxide foam as a promising frontline therapy in modern wound management.
This article explores the...
03/01/2026
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Microbiome
03/01/2026
Lekha Mutyala, DPM; Tal Boussi, DPM; Rachel Wagman, DPM; Elizabeth Ansert, DPM, MBA, MA, DAPBM, AACFAS
From pathogenic colonization to probiotic potential, this article reviews the skin-gut axis as it applies to chronic wound care. Learn more from this review about how the microbiome can influence wound healing—and what this means for the...
From pathogenic colonization to probiotic potential, this article reviews the skin-gut axis as it applies to chronic wound care. Learn more from this review about how the microbiome can influence wound healing—and what this means for the...
From pathogenic colonization to...
03/01/2026
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TAR Billing and Coding
02/12/2026
Danielle N. Butto, DPM, FACFAS; Zachary Flynn, DPM, FACFAS
As total ankle arthroplasty expands to address increasingly complex deformities, surgeons must navigate strict NCCI edits and bundling rules to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement. Understanding when adjunct procedures are separately...
As total ankle arthroplasty expands to address increasingly complex deformities, surgeons must navigate strict NCCI edits and bundling rules to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement. Understanding when adjunct procedures are separately...
As total ankle arthroplasty...
02/12/2026
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Ankle Surgery
02/01/2026
Jeffrey E. McAlister, DPM, FACFAS; Keith A. Crenshaw, DPM, MS, AACFAS
Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a well-established precursor to post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis, driven by altered joint mechanics and progressive cartilage degeneration. This article reviews the pathophysiologic link between CAI and...
Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a well-established precursor to post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis, driven by altered joint mechanics and progressive cartilage degeneration. This article reviews the pathophysiologic link between CAI and...
Chronic ankle instability (CAI)...
02/01/2026
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Heel Ulcers
02/01/2026
Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS, FACFAS; Korey DuBois, DPM, AACFAS; Kelly McKeon, DPM; Nicole K. Cates, DPM, AACFAS; Azeen Farahani, DPM
This article introduces a minimally invasive technique designed to functionally shorten an over-lengthened or weakened Achilles tendon and correct calcaneal gait, reducing pathologic heel loading without a formal tendon transection. The...
This article introduces a minimally invasive technique designed to functionally shorten an over-lengthened or weakened Achilles tendon and correct calcaneal gait, reducing pathologic heel loading without a formal tendon transection. The...
This article introduces a...
02/01/2026
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Lumbosacral Pathology
02/01/2026
Nicholas Romansky, DPM, FACFAS
Lower extremity pain, numbness, or weakness frequently presents to podiatry as an isolated foot problem, yet a substantial proportion originates proximally from the lumbosacral spine or nerve roots. Because radiculopathy and stenosis often...
Lower extremity pain, numbness, or weakness frequently presents to podiatry as an isolated foot problem, yet a substantial proportion originates proximally from the lumbosacral spine or nerve roots. Because radiculopathy and stenosis often...
Lower extremity pain, numbness,...
02/01/2026
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Lower Extremity Wounds
02/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Jodi Walters, DPM, DABFAS; Nicklett Johnston, DNP; Amanda Sepulveda, NP; James Dancho, DPM; David Jolley DPM, DABFAS; Valarie Samoy, DPM, DABPM; Lorrie Mills, BSBM, CCRP
This retrospective evaluation takes a look at wound healing outcomes using synthetic extracellular matrix dressings, amniotic allografts, and combination therapy in lower extremity wounds of varying complexity.
This retrospective evaluation takes a look at wound healing outcomes using synthetic extracellular matrix dressings, amniotic allografts, and combination therapy in lower extremity wounds of varying complexity.
This retrospective evaluation...
02/01/2026
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Regenerative Medicine
02/01/2026
Nicole G. Freels, DPM, FACPM, CPed
Regenerative medicine is rapidly reshaping how podiatrists approach musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain, wound care, and patient expectations. Foot and ankle specialists are uniquely positioned to lead the responsible integration of such...
Regenerative medicine is rapidly reshaping how podiatrists approach musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain, wound care, and patient expectations. Foot and ankle specialists are uniquely positioned to lead the responsible integration of such...
Regenerative medicine is rapidly...
02/01/2026
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PSI for TAR
02/01/2026
Jason George DeVries, DPM, FACFAS; Brandon M. Scharer, DPM, FACFAS
Precise implant alignment remains a cornerstone of successful total ankle replacement, driving both longevity and functional outcomes. Patient-specific instrumentation has emerged as a key enabling technology, offering surgeons a CT-based,...
Precise implant alignment remains a cornerstone of successful total ankle replacement, driving both longevity and functional outcomes. Patient-specific instrumentation has emerged as a key enabling technology, offering surgeons a CT-based,...
Precise implant alignment...
02/01/2026
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Osteotomy Technique
01/27/2026
Karl W. Dunn, DPM, FACFAS; Justin K. Garvin, DPM, AACFAS
This article explores when and why metatarsal osteotomies other than the Weil may offer useful alternatives for deformity-driven correction. By matching osteotomy selection to underlying biomechanics, the authors share how surgeons can...
This article explores when and why metatarsal osteotomies other than the Weil may offer useful alternatives for deformity-driven correction. By matching osteotomy selection to underlying biomechanics, the authors share how surgeons can...
This article explores when and...
01/27/2026
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MIS Bunion Surgery
01/01/2026
Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM, FACFAS; Alex Anain, DPM
Frontal plane rotation remains an often-overlooked component of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) correction, despite its importance in achieving true triplanar realignment. With the rise of minimally invasive (MIS) bunion techniques, these authors...
Frontal plane rotation remains an often-overlooked component of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) correction, despite its importance in achieving true triplanar realignment. With the rise of minimally invasive (MIS) bunion techniques, these authors...
Frontal plane rotation remains...
01/01/2026
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Practice Management
01/01/2026
Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS
As podiatric practice becomes increasingly complex and the cost of delivering high-quality care continues to rise, many podiatrists are seeking new ways to enhance financial stability without compromising clinical focus. Here, the author...
As podiatric practice becomes increasingly complex and the cost of delivering high-quality care continues to rise, many podiatrists are seeking new ways to enhance financial stability without compromising clinical focus. Here, the author...
As podiatric practice becomes...
01/01/2026
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Case Study
01/01/2026
Arthur Evensen, DPM, CWSP; Angel Lin, DPM; Lee Curbo, DPM; James Dancho, DPM
Surgical management of diabetic foot osteomyelitis continues to evolve as many seek techniques that preserve function and achieve infection control. This case report highlights a unique case, demonstrating rapid wound resolution and limb...
Surgical management of diabetic foot osteomyelitis continues to evolve as many seek techniques that preserve function and achieve infection control. This case report highlights a unique case, demonstrating rapid wound resolution and limb...
Surgical management of diabetic...
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Midfoot Pain
01/01/2026
Harry John Visser, DPM, FACFAS; Skylah Faith Lozano, DPM
Lateral midfoot pain is often chronic, diffuse, and diagnostically challenging. This review highlights key anatomical, biomechanical, and clinical considerations to improve recognition and management of this underappreciated involvement of...
Lateral midfoot pain is often chronic, diffuse, and diagnostically challenging. This review highlights key anatomical, biomechanical, and clinical considerations to improve recognition and management of this underappreciated involvement of...
Lateral midfoot pain is often...
01/01/2026
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Case Study
01/01/2026
Aabha Suchak, DPM, FACFAS, DABPM, CWS
Even the most “routine” nail care appointment can prove anything but routine. This case highlights how a nonhealing ulcer in a patient with diabetes ultimately revealed microinvasive squamous cell carcinoma, emphasizing the need for thorough...
Even the most “routine” nail care appointment can prove anything but routine. This case highlights how a nonhealing ulcer in a patient with diabetes ultimately revealed microinvasive squamous cell carcinoma, emphasizing the need for thorough...
Even the most “routine” nail...
01/01/2026
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Pyoderma Gangrenosum
01/01/2026
Jessica M. Somma, DPM
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a challenging and often delayed diagnosis due to its variable presentation and overlap with other ulcerative conditions. This review summarizes current understanding of its pathophysiology and highlights emerging...
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a challenging and often delayed diagnosis due to its variable presentation and overlap with other ulcerative conditions. This review summarizes current understanding of its pathophysiology and highlights emerging...
Pyoderma gangrenosum remains a...
01/01/2026
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Case Study
01/01/2026
Jean V. Archer, DPM, FACPM, CWS, FACCWS, FASPS, FAPWHc; Hayley Collins, DPM; William Lopez, DPM; Michael L. Cooper, MD
When systemic illness masks evolving limb pathology, timely podiatric evaluation becomes critical. This case illustrates how early surgical management paired with a synthetic electrospun matrix supported effective reconstruction after...
When systemic illness masks evolving limb pathology, timely podiatric evaluation becomes critical. This case illustrates how early surgical management paired with a synthetic electrospun matrix supported effective reconstruction after...
When systemic illness masks...
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Interview
01/01/2026
Alicia Canzanese, DPM, ATC, FAAPSM, CAQ-SM, DABPM
Early sports specialization is on the rise, and with it, a growing prevalence of overuse injuries among young athletes. In this Q&A, Dr. Canzanese explores how intensive, single-sport participation affects foot and ankle biomechanics,...
Early sports specialization is on the rise, and with it, a growing prevalence of overuse injuries among young athletes. In this Q&A, Dr. Canzanese explores how intensive, single-sport participation affects foot and ankle biomechanics,...
Early sports specialization is...
01/01/2026
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Case Report
01/01/2026
Christian Frey, DPM; Matthew Gorski, DPM
Degloving soft tissue injuries of the foot represent rare but devastating trauma events that require rapid assessment, staged debridement, and coordinated multidisciplinary care to preserve limb function. This case report describes the...
Degloving soft tissue injuries of the foot represent rare but devastating trauma events that require rapid assessment, staged debridement, and coordinated multidisciplinary care to preserve limb function. This case report describes the...
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