On diabetic foot, wound healing, amputation prevention, and the merger of consumer tech with medical devices
In the nuanced field of diabetic foot care, confronting toe ulcers and osteomyelitis necessitates a delicate balance of precise medical judgement and adept surgical intervention. A manuscript by Dr. Yaminne of Beirut, Lebanon provides a well-considered algorithm meant to aid clinicians in making informed decisions when opting for surgical remedies. The algorithm delineated in the... Continue Reading →
Important work from Andersen and coworkers on a potentially reproducible, minimally invasive clinical procedure to reduce pressure on distal digits with flexible deformities. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of needle flexor tendon tenotomy treatment of the diabetic hammertoe deformity. Research design and methods: A multicenter randomized controlled trial of individuals with... Continue Reading →
