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This Week
for October 29th - November 5th, 2006
The Reflexology Debate
See what the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has to say (or doesnt say) about the practice of reflexology. Is Reflexology science, theory or just plain quakery? Read a review of the latest book written on Reflexology and get a lesson in history on the subject. Included is an interactive mapping page and decide for yourself if Reflexology holds up to the scrutiny of medical science.
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Mummification and an Ancient Foot Prosthetic
Mummification was an ancient Egyptian burial practice performed over 5000 years ago. A report is discussed about an ancient Egyptian toe prosthetic made of wood and leather found in 2002. Was it worn for 30 years or was it applied to the foot at mummification during the ancient burial? You decide.
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Is the weight bearing vs. non-weight bearing x-ray that important?
We all get x-rays from the local radiologist of non-weight bearing foot views. A simple case study reviewing weight bearing and non-weight bearing foot x-rays is discussed. See how a large talonavicular spur is missed only to be seen on full weight bearing foot views from in-office x-rays.
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A Simple Classification System for the Treatment of Ingrown Toenails
A simple classification for the treatment of ingrown toenails is introduced. A review including the etiology of onychocryptosis and principals of surgery are discussed.
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for October 29th - November 5th, 2006
The Reflexology Debate
See what the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has to say (or doesnt say) about the practice of reflexology. Is Reflexology science, theory or just plain quakery? Read a review of the latest book written on Reflexology and get a lesson in history on the subject. Included is an interactive mapping page and decide for yourself if Reflexology holds up to the scrutiny of medical science.
Read story
Mummification and an Ancient Foot Prosthetic
Mummification was an ancient Egyptian burial practice performed over 5000 years ago. A report is discussed about an ancient Egyptian toe prosthetic made of wood and leather found in 2002. Was it worn for 30 years or was it applied to the foot at mummification during the ancient burial? You decide.
Read story
Is the weight bearing vs. non-weight bearing x-ray that important?
We all get x-rays from the local radiologist of non-weight bearing foot views. A simple case study reviewing weight bearing and non-weight bearing foot x-rays is discussed. See how a large talonavicular spur is missed only to be seen on full weight bearing foot views from in-office x-rays.
Read story
A Simple Classification System for the Treatment of Ingrown Toenails
A simple classification for the treatment of ingrown toenails is introduced. A review including the etiology of onychocryptosis and principals of surgery are discussed.
Read story
