Cherri Choate, DPM

Kiddythotic Sizing

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Here are some basic tips on sizing the Prolab Kiddythotics:

Converting In-Office Adjustments into Permanent Orthotic Modifications

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

It is common for practitioners to make adjustments to insoles or orthotics. Once these in-office adjustments are made, the ideal would be to convert these to long term modifications on the orthotics themselves. Translating what was done, to what the lab needs to do, can be challenging, but here are a few suggestions:

Shin Splints: Prevent and Treat

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Shin splints is a common injury among atheletes. More recently, the correct term for this condition is "Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome" and new research has shown important connections to training practices and foot pathology.

Physical Therapy Referrals are Key to Long Term Improvement

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The role of physical therapy in the management of musculoskeletal issues can not be over stated. The best long term patient outcomes, independent of area of interest, are the result of team management. Physical therapists are an vital part of the team.

Styloid Pain from Orthotic Use

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Occasionally, following the dispensing of orthotics, a patient will complain about styloid pain or the feeling that they are "rolling" outward. In-office modifications for this are quite simple and are likely to relieve the complaints of pain. Here are a few ideas:

Medial Column Connections in the Foot

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A few years ago, I attended a lecture regarding the interconnections of fascia throughout the entire body. I remember observing slide after slide of the fascia of the body that seemed to be one large mass that reached from hallux to cranium.

High Arched Feet: Shoes and Orthotics

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The patient with the pes cavus feet, usually presents to the office after the 4th decade of life, as their feet and shoe fit become more painful.

Troubleshooting Excessive Inversion

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

For a variety of reasons patients will often complain that they feel like they are tilting outward. Two common reasons for this feeling are limb length discrepency compensation and habitual gait change due to pain/dysfunction.

Orthotics and Plantar Fasciitis

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

I am unaware of the exact statistic, but in my personal experience I would say that at least 15-20% of patient present to the office for complaints of heel pain. One component of the treatment plan for these patients is biomechanical control. Although the biomechanical component is usually addressed, the choice of when and how continues vary considerably.

The Intolerant Excessively Flat Mobile Foot

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Are there times when patient's feet just don't tolerate the typical orthotic? I recently evaluated a friend's feet who has not been able to tolerate even well made devices.