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https://read.qxmd.com/read/37858226/protocol-for-a-randomised-feasibility-trial-comparing-a-combined-program-of-education-and-exercise-versus-general-advice-for-ankle-osteoarthritis
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Michelle D Smith, Viana Vuvan, Natalie J Collins, David J Hunter, Nathalia Costa, Melinda M Franettovich Smith, Bill Vicenzino
BACKGROUND: Ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is a serious problem with high associated pain and disability. While education and exercise are recommended for the initial management of OA, this has not been investigated in ankle OA. The primary aim of this study is to establish the feasibility of running a full-scale randomised controlled trial (RCT) investigating a combined education and exercise program compared to a general advice program for people with ankle OA. The secondary aims are to collect preliminary data which will inform sample size calculations, and understand the perspectives of people with ankle OA on their participation in the trial...
October 20, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37845758/a-multi-professional-survey-of-uk-practice-in-the-use-of-intra-articular-corticosteroid-injection-for-symptomatic-first-metatarsophalangeal-joint-osteoarthritis
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Michael R Backhouse, Jill Halstead, Edward Roddy, Vivek Dhukaram, Anna Chapman, Susanne Arnold, Julie Bruce
BACKGROUND: The first metatarsophalangeal joint is the most common site of osteoarthritis (OA) in the foot and ankle. Intra-articular corticosteroid injections are widely used for this condition, but little is known about their use in practice. This study explored current practice within the UK National Health Service (NHS) relating to the administration of intra-articular corticosteroids for people with painful first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) OA. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey using Qualtrics online survey platform (Qualtrics, Provo, UT, USA), distributed through professional bodies, special interest groups, and social media...
October 17, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37840128/validity-and-reliability-of-hallux-valgus-angle-measurement-on-smartphone-digital-photographs
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Albert Cakar, Ozkan Kose, Firat Dogruoz, Huseyin Selcuk, Tolga Kirtis, Omer Faruk Egerci
BACKGROUND: This prospective study aimed to test the reliability and validity of hallux valgus angle (HVA) measurement on smartphone digital photographs compared with the standard radiographic evaluation. METHODS: Twenty Seven female patients (45 feet) with forefoot deformity were evaluated with weight-bearing anteroposterior foot radiographs and smartphone photographs. Radiographic hallux valgus angle (rHVA) was measured on digital radiographs. Two different photographic HVA measurement methods were used...
October 16, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37794445/association-between-triglyceride-glucose-index-and-severity-of-diabetic-foot-ulcers-in-type-2-diabetes-mellitus
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Weihao Chen, Xuedong Wang, Qilin Jiang, Jiyan Wu, Wanyan Shi, Xiaoxiao Wang, Yihu Yin, Jiayin Zheng, Xiang Hu, Cai Lin, Xingxing Zhang
BACKGROUND: Triglyceride glucose (TyG) index is a good surrogate biomarker to evaluate insulin resistance (IR). The study aimed to investigate whether the TyG index is related to the severity of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). METHODS: A total of 1059 T2DM patients were enrolled in this observational, retrospective, single-center study. TyG index was calculated as ln[fasting triglycerides (mg/dl) × fasting glucose (mg/ dl)/2]...
October 5, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37794415/dermatophyte-resistance-on-the-rise
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LETTER
Ivan R Bristow, Lovleen Tina Joshi
Dermatophytes are group of filamentous fungi which have adapted to living on the skin of humans and other animals. In the last decade, reports have emerged from Asia of new dermatophyte strains showing resistance to the commonly used antifungal agent terbinafine and others. The spread of these resistant strains has been noted in many other countries globally. Little is known about the mechanisms or management of this emerging problem. Urgent research and changes to current practice are required if the spread of the infection is to be contained and managed effectively...
October 5, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37789375/development-of-a-foot-and-ankle-strengthening-program-for-the-treatment-of-plantar-heel-pain-a-delphi-consensus-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
John W A Osborne, Hylton B Menz, Glen A Whittaker, Karl B Landorf
BACKGROUND: People with plantar heel pain (PHP) have reduced foot and ankle muscle function, strength and size, which is frequently treated by muscle strengthening exercises. However, there has been little investigation of what exercises are used and there is no sound evidence base to guide practice. This study aimed to develop a consensus-driven progressive muscle strengthening program for PHP. METHODS: Thirty-eight experts were invited to participate in the study over three rounds...
October 3, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37784205/the-impact-of-wound-ph-on-the-antibacterial-properties-of-medical-grade-honey-when-applied-to-bacterial-isolates-present-in-common-foot-and-ankle-wounds-an-in-vitro-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Carla McArdle, Shirley Coyle, Derek Santos
BACKGROUND: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and post-surgical wound infections are amongst the most troublesome complications of diabetes and following foot and ankle surgery (FAS) respectively. Both have significant psychosocial and financial burden for both patients and the healthcare system. FAS has been reported to have higher than average post-surgical infections when compared to other orthopaedic subspecialties. Evidence also indicates that patients with diabetes and other co morbidities undergoing FAS are at a much greater risk of developing surgical site infections (SSIs)...
October 2, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37770911/assessment-of-the-diagnostic-accuracy-of-vibrasense-compared-to-a-biothesiometer-and-nerve-conduction-study-for-screening-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Srihari Sharma K N, Anil Kumar H
AIMS: Peripheral neuropathy is a common microvascular complication in diabetes and a risk factor for the development of diabetic foot ulcers and amputations. Vibrasense (Ayati Devices) is a handheld, battery-operated, rapid screening device for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) that works by quantifying vibration perception threshold (VPT). In this study, we compared Vibrasense against a biothesiometer and nerve conduction study for screening DPN. METHODS: A total of 562 subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus underwent neuropathy assessments including clinical examination, 10-g monofilament test, VPT evaluation with Vibrasense and a standard biothesiometer...
September 28, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37749634/characteristics-of-hindfoot-morphology-and-ankle-range-of-motion-in-young-women-with-hallux-valgus
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Mieko Yokozuka, Kanako Okazaki
BACKGROUND: Hallux valgus occurs more frequently in women as they age; therefore, it is beneficial to prevent hallux valgus in younger women. The purpose of this study was to clarify the characteristics of hindfoot morphology and the range of motion of the ankle joint with hallux valgus in young women. METHODS: The participants were 140 young women (mean age 18.8 ± 0.6 years). A three-dimensional footprint automatic measurement apparatus was used to measure the hallux valgus angle in the standing position and the arch-height ratio and heel-floor angle (HFA) in the standing and chair-sitting positions...
September 25, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37726760/global-prevalence-and-incidence-of-hallux-valgus-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Yangting Cai, Yuke Song, Mincong He, Wei He, Xianxin Zhong, Hao Wen, Qiushi Wei
BACKGROUND: Though hallux valgus is a common foot deformity, the integrated information on its global prevalence and incidence is relatively lacking. The aim of this research was to assess the global prevalence and incidence of hallux valgus, thus providing reliable data reference for clinical practice. METHODS: A systematic review of global hallux valgus research publications concerning its prevalence and incidence was performed based on six electronic databases ((PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), China Online Journals and CQVIP)) from their inception to November 16, 2022...
September 20, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37726754/hospital-clinicians-perceptions-and-experiences-of-care-pathways-for-chronic-limb-threatening-ischaemia-a-qualitative-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Eleanor Atkins, Ian Kellar, Panagiota Birmpili, Jonathan R Boyle, Arun D Pherwani, Ian Chetter, David A Cromwell
BACKGROUND: Chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI) is a condition associated with significant risks of lower limb loss and mortality, which increase with delays in management. Guidance recommends urgent referral and assessment, but delays are evident at every stage of the CLTI patient pathway. This study uses qualitative methods to explore hospital clinicians' experiences and perceptions of the existing CLTI pathway. METHODS: A qualitative interview study was conducted...
September 19, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37715274/financial-characteristics-and-security-of-podiatry-work-in-victoria-the-paige-cross-sectional-study-of-australian-podiatrists
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Anna G Couch, Terry Haines, Belinda O'Sullivan, Hylton B Menz, Cylie M Williams
BACKGROUND: Podiatrists' earnings have an important influence on workforce dynamics. This includes the profession's ability to attract and retain workers so the population's healthcare needs can be met. This study aimed to describe financial characteristics of podiatry work and factors relating to a sense of financial security. METHODS: This was a cross sectional study using data from Victorian podiatrists who participated in Wave 1 of the Podiatrists in Australia: Investigating Graduate Employment (PAIGE) survey...
September 16, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37705016/objectively-assessed-long-term-wearing-patterns-and-predictors-of-wearing-orthopaedic-footwear-in-people-with-diabetes-at-moderate-to-high-risk-of-foot-ulceration-a-12%C3%A2-months-observational-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Stein H Exterkate, Manon Jongebloed-Westra, Peter M Ten Klooster, Hendrik Koffijberg, Christina Bode, Julia E W C van Gemert-Pijnen, Josephus G van Baal, Jaap J van Netten
BACKGROUND: Orthopaedic footwear can only be effective in preventing diabetic foot ulcers if worn by the patient. Robust data on long-term wearing time of orthopaedic footwear are not available, and needed to gain more insights into wearing patterns and associated factors (i.e. participants' demographic, disease-related characteristics, and footwear usability). We aimed to objectively assess long-term wearing patterns and identify factors associated with wearing orthopaedic footwear in people with diabetes at moderate-to-high risk of ulceration...
September 14, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37705053/effects-of-textured-insoles-and-elastic-braces-on-dynamic-stability-in-patients-with-functional-ankle-instability
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Yunqi Tang, Xinyue Li, Yi Li, Peiyao Liang, Xinyu Guo, Cui Zhang, Pui Wah Kong
BACKGROUND: Functional ankle instability (FAI) is a common condition that affects individuals who have experienced previous ankle sprains. Textured insoles and elastic ankle braces have been previously used as interventions to improve stability in FAI patients. However, the optimal combination of these interventions has not been fully explored. The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of different types of textured insoles and elastic ankle braces on the dynamic stability of individuals diagnosed with FAI...
September 13, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37684639/perceptions-of-social-media-utilization-among-orthopaedic-foot-and-ankle-surgeons
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Mehdi S Salimy, Ankur S Narain, Patrick B Curtin, Eric C Bellinger, Abhay R Patel
BACKGROUND: The growing social media presence in healthcare has provided physicians with new ways to engage with patients. However, foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons have been found to underuse social media platforms despite their known benefits for patients and surgeons. Thus, this study sought to investigate the reasons for this phenomenon and to identify potential barriers to social media utilization in clinical practice. METHODS: A 19-question survey was distributed to active attending physicians identified through the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society membership database...
September 8, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37674248/effect-of-surgical-approach-on-the-treatment-of-morton-s-neuroma-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Jiayao Zhang, Jing Li, Wufeng Cai, Kaiwen Zheng, Xihao Huang, Xin Rong, Qi Li
BACKGROUND: Surgical resection of Morton's neuroma includes dorsal and plantar approaches. However, there is no consensus on the choice of approach in clinic. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the surgical results of dorsal and plantar approaches. METHODS: The literatures of PubMed, Cochrane library, Embase and Web of Science were searched on April 26th, 2023. A systematic review was performed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines...
September 7, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37674176/off-loading-and-compression-therapy-strategies-to-treat-diabetic-foot-ulcers-complicated-by-lower-limb-oedema-a-scoping-review
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REVIEW
Justine Tansley, Richard Collings, Jennifer Williams, Joanne Paton
BACKGROUND: Lower limb oedema is a common co-morbidity in those with diabetes and foot ulceration and is linked with increased amputation risk. There is no current guidance for the treatment of concurrent diabetic foot ulcers and lower limb oedema, leading to uncertainty around the safety and efficacy of combination approaches incorporating offloading and compression therapies. To determine indications and contraindications for such strategies and identify any other supplementary treatment approaches, a scoping review was undertaken to map the evidence relating to off-loading and compression therapy strategies to treat both diabetic foot ulcers and lower limb oedema in combination...
September 6, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37674170/a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-randomised-controlled-trials-of-surgical-treatments-for-ingrown-toenails-part-ii-healing-time-post-operative-complications-pain-and-participant-satisfaction
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REVIEW
Victoria Exley, Katherine Jones, Grace O'Carroll, Judith Watson, Michael Backhouse
BACKGROUND: When performing nail surgery, clinicians must choose from a multitude of procedures and variations within each procedure. Much has been published to guide this decision making, but there are a lack of up to date robust systematic reviews to assess the totality of this evidence. METHODS: Five databases (MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science and CENTRAL) and two registers (Clinicaltrials.gov and ISRCTN) were searched to January 2022 for randomised trials evaluating the effects of a surgical intervention(s) for ingrown toenails...
September 6, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37670403/can-a-shoe-mounted-imu-identify-the-effects-of-orthotics-in-ways-comparable-to-gait-laboratory-measurements
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Max Lewin, Carina Price, Christopher Nester
BACKGROUND: Footwear and orthotic research has traditionally been conducted within laboratories. With increasing prevalence of wearable sensors for foot and ankle biomechanics measurement, transitioning experiments into the real-world is realistic. However wearable systems must effectively detect the direction and magnitude of response to interventions to be considered for future usage. METHODS: RunScribe IMU was used simultaneously with motion capture, accelerometers, and force plates during straight-line walking...
September 5, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
https://read.qxmd.com/read/37605269/how-does-the-clinical-practice-of-aotearoa-new-zealand-podiatrists-align-with-international-guidelines-for-the-prevention-of-diabetes-related-foot-disease-a-cross-sectional-survey
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Hannah Jepson, Peter A Lazzarini, Michele Garrett, Matthew R Carroll
BACKGROUND: Given the importance of preventive care for the lower limb in people with diabetes, and the absence of local guidelines in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ), the aim of this study was to determine the alignment of assessment and management used in the prevention of diabetes-related foot disease by NZ podiatrists to the international prevention guideline recommendations. METHODS: A 37-item web-based survey was developed using a 5-point Likert scale (0 = always; 5 = never) based on the International Working Group of the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) 2019 prevention guidelines and included domains on participant demographics, sector, caseloads, guidelines, screening, management, education, and referral...
August 22, 2023: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
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