Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

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Medicare Compliance for the Podiatric Medical Practice

by Robert D. Doug Sowell

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 219; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-219 - 1 Apr 2001

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The APMA has had an ongoing concern for years regarding efforts on the part of the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) and the local Medicare carriers to audit individual practices [...] Full article

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Publication Patterns and Perceptions of the Australian Podiatric Medical Faculty

by Hylton B. Menz and BPod(Hons)

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 210-218; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-210 - 1 Apr 2001

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Despite the wide range of publication opportunities in podiatric medicine, little is known about how podiatric authors select journals in which to publish or their perceptions of journals currently available. To investigate these issues, a survey of publication patterns and perceptions of full- [...] Read more.

Despite the wide range of publication opportunities in podiatric medicine, little is known about how podiatric authors select journals in which to publish or their perceptions of journals currently available. To investigate these issues, a survey of publication patterns and perceptions of full- and part-time academic staff members at podiatric medical schools in Australia was undertaken. Most of the papers by Australian podiatric medical faculty members have been published in “local” journals, such as the Australasian Journal of Podiatric Medicine (38%) and the British Journal of Podiatry (17%). However, an increasing number of papers are being published in JAPMA (14%). In addition, a large proportion of papers have been published in a variety of journals that are not specific to podiatric medicine, particularly in the areas of biomechanics and diabetic medicine. The number of publications per faculty member was associated with the highest qualification obtained, academic rank, and the number of years of employment in higher education. The most important factors in selecting the journal in which to publish were the journal’s inclusion in MEDLINE, the perceived prestige of the journal, and the quality of the journal’s peer-review panel and editor. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 210-218, 2001) Full article

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A Comparison of Footprint Indexes Calculated from Ink and Electronic Footprints

by Stephen R. Urry and Scott C. Wearing

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 203-209; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-203 - 1 Apr 2001

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Pressure platforms offer the potential to measure and record electronic footprints rapidly; however, the accuracy of geometric indexes derived from these prints has not been investigated. A comparison of conventional ink footprints with simultaneously acquired electronic prints revealed significant differences in several geometric [...] Read more.

Pressure platforms offer the potential to measure and record electronic footprints rapidly; however, the accuracy of geometric indexes derived from these prints has not been investigated. A comparison of conventional ink footprints with simultaneously acquired electronic prints revealed significant differences in several geometric indexes. The contact area was consistently underestimated by the electronic prints and resulted in a significant change in the arch index. The long plantar angle was poorly correlated between techniques. This study demonstrated that electronic footprints, derived from a pressure platform, are not representative of the equivalent ink footprints and, consequently, should not be interpreted with reference to literature on conventional footprints. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 203-209, 2001) [...] Full article

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Effects of Prefabricated Foot Orthoses and Soft Insoles on Postural Stability in Professional Soccer Players

by Matthew L. Percy and Hylton B. Menz

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 194-202; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-194 - 1 Apr 2001

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Postural stability is an important component of skilled athletic activity. However, the effects of foot orthoses on stability have not been adequately addressed. This study measured postural sway in 30 asymptomatic professional soccer players in three standing positions and four underfoot conditions. The [...] Read more.

Postural stability is an important component of skilled athletic activity. However, the effects of foot orthoses on stability have not been adequately addressed. This study measured postural sway in 30 asymptomatic professional soccer players in three standing positions and four underfoot conditions. The results revealed that the underfoot condition had no significant effect on sway in the mediolateral or anteroposterior planes; however, there was a trend toward less mediolateral sway when subjects stood in a unipedal position with prefabricated orthoses. These results suggest that insoles and foot orthoses have no significant beneficial or detrimental effects on postural stability in asymptomatic subjects. Clinically, this suggests that no improvements in balance performance could be expected with prophylactic use of insoles or orthoses but that clinicians may prescribe insoles and foot orthoses without fear of impairing postural performance in elite athletes. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 194-202, 2001) [...] Full article

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Changes in Foot Function with the Use of Root and Blake Orthoses

by Lloyd Reed and Paul J. Bennett

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 184-193; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-184 - 1 Apr 2001

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This study examined the effects of two designs of rigid foot orthoses on plantar pressure measurements and identified differences between the devices. While wearing modified Root- and Blake-style orthoses, 27 subjects were examined with the Electrodynogram (EDG) in-shoe pressure measurement system. Reliability testing [...] Read more.

This study examined the effects of two designs of rigid foot orthoses on plantar pressure measurements and identified differences between the devices. While wearing modified Root- and Blake-style orthoses, 27 subjects were examined with the Electrodynogram (EDG) in-shoe pressure measurement system. Reliability testing was performed on the EDG data. Significant changes were observed in the temporal parameters of gait when subjects wore the orthoses. When the devices were used, the duration of some of the components of stance phase was altered, and the initiation of loading beneath the medial forefoot was delayed. A reduction in the total duration of loading at discrete sites beneath the heel and forefoot was also observed. The effects of the two orthoses were similar, with only small differences observed between the devices. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 184-193, 2001) [...] Full article

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Foot Orthosis Prescription Habits of Australian and New Zealand Podiatric Physicians

by Karl Landorf, Anne-Maree Keenan and R. Louise Rushworth

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 174-183; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-174 - 1 Apr 2001

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This research project investigated the orthotic prescription habits of podiatric physicians in Australia and New Zealand. A 23-item questionnaire was distributed to all members of the Australian Podiatry Association and the New Zealand Society of Podiatrists. When asked what type of foot orthoses [...] Read more.

This research project investigated the orthotic prescription habits of podiatric physicians in Australia and New Zealand. A 23-item questionnaire was distributed to all members of the Australian Podiatry Association and the New Zealand Society of Podiatrists. When asked what type of foot orthoses they prescribe most often, 72% of respondents reported functional foot orthoses; the next most common response was prefabricated orthoses (12%). A typical prescription for functional foot orthoses consisted of a modified Root style orthosis, balanced to the neutral calcaneal stance position, with the shell made from polypropylene and an ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA) rearfoot post applied. The majority of podiatric physicians surveyed used a commercial orthotic laboratory to fabricate their orthoses. However, New Zealand respondents were three times more likely to prescribe prefabricated foot orthoses, and males were twice as likely as females to manufacture the orthoses themselves rather than use a commercial orthotic laboratory. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 174-183, 2001) [...] Full article

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Health-Related Quality of Life Following Podiatric Surgery

by Paul J. Bennett, Carla Patterson and Michael P. Dunne

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 164-173; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-164 - 1 Apr 2001

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This 6-month prospective study investigated the outcomes of foot surgery performed by Fellows of the Australian College of Podiatric Surgeons. The study recruited 140 patients who were treated for orthopedic, neurological, or integumentary diseases of the foot. The majority of subjects who underwent [...] Read more.

This 6-month prospective study investigated the outcomes of foot surgery performed by Fellows of the Australian College of Podiatric Surgeons. The study recruited 140 patients who were treated for orthopedic, neurological, or integumentary diseases of the foot. The majority of subjects who underwent podiatric surgery experienced significant postoperative improvements in a range of health-related quality-of-life dimensions as measured by the disease-specific Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ) and the generic Short Form 36 (SF-36) questionnaire. Subjects reported a reduction in foot pain, increased levels of physical function, improved general foot health perception, and improved footwear-related quality of life. No significant adverse outcomes or unplanned re-admissions to the hospital were reported. This study demonstrates the advantage of assessing health-related quality of life as opposed to patient satisfaction. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 91(4): 164-173, 2001) [...] Full article

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by Hylton B. Menz

J. Am. Podiatr. Med. Assoc. 2001, 91(4), 163; https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-91-4-163 - 1 Apr 2001

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It gives me great pleasure to present two special issues of the Journal devoted to podiatric medical research from Australia. The articles included in these issues cover a wide range of topic areas, and provide an insight into the high quality research currently [...] Read more.

It gives me great pleasure to present two special issues of the Journal devoted to podiatric medical research from Australia. The articles included in these issues cover a wide range of topic areas, and provide an insight into the high quality research currently being undertaken in Australian schools of podiatric medicine [...] Full article

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