Podiatry This Week
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What is the best way to avoid first appointment no-shows?

Obtain credit card info before appointment
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Overbook and apologize to patients
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Atlas Orthotic Lab Limited
Atlas provides quality custom made orthotics, the largest selection of brand name footwear with a superior ordering platform. Our iPad Scanning Technology option enables contactless casting along with time and cost savings. Guaranteed 3-5 day turnaround time for all orders - all year long. Atlas - the clear choice for today’s orthotics.
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Dormer Laboratories Inc.
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Industry News
Roundtable Insights On Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery
SOURCE: Podiatry Today
What approaches provide optimal outcomes? How do interested surgeons overcome the steep learning curve? When and how should one train in these techniques? What are the relevant indications and contraindications? Also, what does the future hold for minimally invasive surgery for hallux valgus? The panelists address these questions and more, sharing their insights on and experience with this evolving surgical pathway.

 
Improved MRI Scans Could Aid in Development of Arthritis Treatments
SOURCE: Lower Extremty Review
A team of engineers, radiologists, and physicians from the University of Cambridge have developed an algorithm that builds a 3D model of an individual’s knee joint to map where arthritis is affecting the knee. It then automatically creates ‘change maps,’ which not only tell researchers whether there have been significant changes but allow them to locate exactly where these are. This technique could boost efforts to develop and monitor new therapies for arthritis.

 
The Epidemiology of Chronic Ankle Instability with Perceived Ankle Instability
SOURCE: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
Chronic ankle instability, developing from ankle sprain, is one of the most common sports injuries. Besides it being an ankle issue, chronic ankle instability can also cause additional injuries. Investigating the epidemiology of chronic ankle instability is an essential step to develop an adequate injury prevention strategy. However, the epidemiology of chronic ankle instability remains unknown. 

 
Influence of Foot Pain on Frailty Symptoms in an Elderly Population
SOURCE: Sci Elo Brazil
Aging and chronic illness processes like hyperglycemic disease, musculoskeletal disorders and heart processes can produce frailty syndrome. Consequently, these degenerative processes produce alterations that can affect mental and general health. For example, aging and frailty can affect gait speed and increase the risk of falling due to balance alterations. Furthermore, the presence of frailty symptoms affects health-related quality of life (HQoL) in this population group.

 
SpiderTech Calf & Arch Pre-Cut
SpiderTech Inc.
Manufactured in Toronto, Canada. The SpiderTech Calf and Arch Spider provides support for patients dealing with a variety of Calf, Ankle, and Foot issues. The support can be in the form of additional proprioceptive feedback important after injury and exercise induced fatigue. It is also beneficial for pain control, range of motion deficit caused by increased muscle tone and improved fluid transfer.
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Events
CFPM Annual Conference - Registration open for Exhibitors/Sponsors

CFPM's Annual (Virtual) Conference is scheduled for Nov. 11 to 13, 2021. Registration is now open for Exhibitors/Sponsors. The Conference Committee has begun working on the program and will be announcing topics and speakers starting in June. Visit our website often for updates.

 
Infracare
ToeFX Canada
Job Postings
Chiropodist Wanted - Belleville (posted June 1, 2021)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Commission
 
If you are interested, please provide the following information: Your experience, expertise and how you would be the right fit for this type of work environment. They welcome you to show your uniqueness/compassion when compiling your information. 

Send resume to: vip@stepbystepomg.ca See full details here.
 
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Practices for Sale
Post your practice for sale on the CFPM Website
CFPM can post a practice for sale ad to reach the chiropody/podiatry community. This service is FREE to members only. Click here.
Calendar of Events
4
Jun 2021
 
CFPM Webinar Series - Webinar #7 - The six principal factors involved with staff disengagement or de-motivation and the "Engagement Wheel"
We will go over the six main factors involved with staff "checking out" and losing their motivation. The good news is that you can be a positive influence and help each one of your staff to remain engaged and motivated. The facts of running a clinic is that your you and your staff are faced with these factors daily. Knowing about them and how to help you staff deal with them can be a tremendous force in keeping your team happy, engaged and coming to work willing to give you their 110%. FREE for all CFPM members.
18
Jun 2021
 
CFPM Webinar Series - Webinar #8 Treatment of trigger points using Radial Shockwave in a Podiatric setting. A novel approach
The Dolorclast Method - Shockwave use in a Podiatric Setting: A novel approach using trigger points with speaker Dr. Howard Penn. Objectives:

1. What are shock waves.
2. Indications for ESWT
3. Proven mechanisms of action
4. Clinical evidence
5. Practical applications using trigger points

Dr. Penn has been practicing podiatric medicine and surgery in Buffalo, New York, for the past 32 years. He is board certified in foot surgery by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Shockwave therapy has been a very effective treatment modality in his practice for the past 20 years for a variety of musculoskeletal ailments. FREE for all CFPM members.
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Nov 2021
 
2021 Annual Conference
This year's conference is being delivered virtually via an interactive and engaging platform that allows delegates to attend from anywhere around the world.

Conference Schedule Snapshot:

Thursday, November 11 - Pre-Conference - 12 to 4 p.m.
Friday, November 12 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, November 13 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.