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Introduction of The 1stRaythotic – ultra thin carbon fiber insole
Introduction of The 1stRaythotic – ultra thin carbon fiber insole

When a podiatrist speaks about the 1st ray, the 1st ray refers to the first metatarsal bone and the great toe.  The 1st rayHallux_limitus_diagram has a unique range of motion that requires plantarflexion of the first metatarsal to enable dorsiflexion of the great toe.  In essence, the first metatarsal needs to drop lower...

Improving functional outcomes of great toe amputations
Improving functional outcomes of great toe amputations

Wounds of the lower extremity have a host of different contributing causes, but in diabetic patients, the vast majority ofDiabetes - great toe amputation wounds occur as a result of loss of protective sensation.  Protective sensation is the ability to feel pain.  Diabetic peripheral neuropathy results in loss of sensation, inabil...