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Beyond Bunionectomy: The Role of Physical Therapy: More and more surgeons are embracing the idea that physical therapy after bunion... 
Patellofemoral taping: Pain relief mechanisms: A recent study sheds new light on the underlying mechanisms of patellar taping, ... 
Evidence-based foot care in patients with diabetes: The medical literature provides a range of evidence on which to base treatment d... 
Night splint treatment of plantar fasciitis pain: Both the traditional adjustable night splint and a dorsal night splint improved ... 
Therapeutic management of flexible flatfoot pain: The practitioner’s objective in treating flexible flatfoot is to realign the f... 
More and more surgeons are embracing the idea that physical therapy after bunion surgery can improve range of motion and other functional outcomes. But some practitioners still aren’t sure it’s right for everyone.
By Linda Weber
Lower extremity researchers are realizing what practitioners already know: Sometimes, average just isn’t good enough.
Anyone who’s familiar with the college admissions process can tell you about the limitations of averages. Sure, averages – in this case, grade point averages – can be useful as a screening tool, and to get a general sense of a student’s performance.
By Jordana Bieze Foster
In the wake of a Dutch report that surgery does not decrease the risk of radiographically diagnosed osteoarthritis following anterior cruciate ligament injury, research presented in July identified preoperative variables that could predict the development of OA after ACL reconstruction.
Plus: • Hamstring injuries • Hip screening
Prefabricated foot orthoses improve the ability to perform weight-bearing knee flexion tasks in patients with patellofemoral pain, according to research from La Trobe University in Australia.
Plus: • Lacing techniques • Fatter, flatter feet
For years, the amputation prevention literature has been dominated by studies performed outside the United States. Two recent studies, however, have served notice that that trend is starting to change.
Plus: • Depressive effects • Antibiotic regimens
By Jordana Bieze Foster
Top opinion leaders and researchers from across the globe came together in May for the International Society of Prosthetics & Orthotics (ISPO) meeting in Leipzig, Germany, and the International Federation of Podiatrists (FIP) meeting in Amsterdam. This special report covers a range of topics from both events, specifically selected for their relevance to the lower extremity practitioner.
Welcome to Lower Extremity Review or LER as we call it. This long awaited magazine fills the lower extremity information gap for practitioners in the fields of Podiatry, Physical Therapy, O&P Pedorthics, and Orthopedics. With over 20 years experience in multi-disciplinary editorial development and publishing, the collaboration of this incredible team has made this publication possible. We will bridge the gap between manufacturers and practitioners through an integrated initiative that includes:
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