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Six Determinants of Gait

December 31, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This clinical reference outlines the six major determinants in normal and pathological gait that can be evaluated and treated by occupational therapy practitioners to improve functional mobility efficiency, safety, and independence.
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Immediate Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Ankle Stability (2020)

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
The purpose of this study was to determine if kinesiology tape improved ankle stability by increasing activation of stabilizing muscles of the ankle. Twenty-seven male (N=16) and female (N-11) volunteers were recruited. To be included, they had to be over the age of 18 and in good health with no injuries in the legs in […]
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Figure-of-Eight Measurement

October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This will assist clinicians in properly performing figure-of-eight measurement to assess foot and/or ankle edema.
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Edema

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
For clinicians who need a quick clinical reference for grading, measuring, and treatment strategies for edema. Ahmadinejad, M., Razban, F., Jahani, Y., & Heravi, F. (2022). Limb edema in critically ill patients: Comparing intermittent compression and elevation. International Wound Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.13704 Pellecchia, G. L. (2003). Figure-of-eight method of measuring hand size: Journal of Hand Therapy, […]
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Clinical Tests of Tibialis Posterior Tendinopathy: Are They Reliable, and How Well Are They Reflected in Structural Changes on Imaging? (2021)

June 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Physical examination maneuvers are commonly utilized to assist therapists with the diagnosis of tibialis posterior tendinopathy (TPT) but little is known about their reliability and relationship to imaging. A prospective cohort study was conducted in 52 people with medial foot/ankle pain. Subjects underwent a clinical examination for TPT by two physical therapists and an ultrasound […]
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Bracing Superior to Neuromuscular Training for the Prevention of Self-Reported Recurrent Ankle Sprains: A Three-Arm Randomised Controlled Trial (2014)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The presently examined study sought to determine if bracing, neuromuscular training, or a combination of bracing and neuromuscular training is superior for reducing the recurrence rate of ankle sprains after 1 year. It was a three arm randomized controlled trial with a 12 month follow-up period. Participants were eligible if they had a lateral ankle […]
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Clinical Risk Factors for Achilles Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review (2019)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The authors sought to determine which non genetic risk factors are associated with the development of Achilles tendinopathy (AT). They conducted a systematic review of the literature with a protocol registered in the international PROSPERO database. Publications were eligible for inclusion if there was a potential risk factor related to AT along with a diagnosis […]
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High-Load Strength Training Improves Outcome in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis (2014)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
A total of 48 subjects with ultrasound verified plantar fasciitis and symptoms of at least 3 month duration were randomized into every other day strength training or daily plantar fascia specific stretching groups. Subjects were recruited from three recruitment sites in Denmark. Strength training included calf raises with the use of the windlass mechanism to […]
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Plantar Heel Pain Differential Diagnosis

January 3, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout lays out the incidence, symptoms, and signs for the following diagnoses: Plantar fasciitis (PF), fat-pad atrophy (FPA), pes cavus, plantar fasciitis with fat-pad atrophy, and pes planus.
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