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  • April 12, 2016

    Metatarsal Transfer Lesions | Causes and treatment options

    The forefoot is designed to work as a unit. With each step, the multiple bones of the forefoot are intended to distribute load bearing in an equal distribution. In theory, each metatarsal head should carry an equal amount of load. A metatarsal transfer lesion occurs when one metatarsal head carries more than its fair share of load.

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  • April 7, 2016

    Metatarsal Pads | Which one is right for me?

    Metatarsal pads - which one is right for me? This article explores the different types of metatarsal pads and their indications and uses for forefoot pain, metatarsalgia, forefoot capsulitis and forefoot bursitis.

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  • February 8, 2016

    Metatarsal Transfer Lesions

    Podiatrists discuss a transfer lesion as a complication of bunion surgery. What is a transfer lesion and how is it treated? This article explores the concept of transfer lesions and treatment options.

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  • March 12, 2014

    Tips for choosing the right carbon fiber orthotic - spring plates.

    In January, I wrote a series of six blog posts regarding carbon fiber orthotics, detailing the uses and applications for each of our carbon fiber inserts. In our staff meeting this week, my boss, business partner and wife gently reminded me, 'honey, you forgot to write about spring plates.' Wow, my bad. Spring plates are the single most popular carbon fiber insert we sell. Like the old Steve Martin comedy routine, all I could do was hit my forehead with the palm of my hand and say, 'I forgot!' So, here's part 7 of the original 6 part series.

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