A message from CFPM President Stephanie Playford
 
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SOURCE: Podiatry Today
Over the past eight years, I have found the foot and ankle community's reluctance to adapt to the evidence-based paradigm shift in treating chronic refractory plantar fasciitis (CRPF) perplexing. Fortunately, we generally see that most plantar fasciitis patients do not require surgery. Thus, the limited number of surgical procedures for this condition provides some context to the continued use of plantar fasciotomies.
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SOURCE: Lower Extremity Review
Resistance training (RT) is a popular mode of physical exercise often associated with voluntary muscle contraction against an external load, and its regular practice has been advised as an essential part of physical conditioning programs. RT benefits are often associated with improvements in the musculoskeletal system such as increased muscle strength and hypertrophy, improved bone health, reduced low-back pain, and better functionality.
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SOURCE: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
High plantar pressures are associated with increased foot ulcer risk in people with diabetes. Identification of high plantar pressures in people with diabetes is clinically challenging due to time and cost constraints of plantar pressure testing. Factors affecting foot biomechanics, including reduced joint range of motion and foot deformity, are implicated in the development of high plantar pressures and may provide a method to clinically identify those at risk of pressure related complications.
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SOURCE: biology
This study supports evidence regarding the effects of facial skin hair on the fit factor of surgical masks and filtering respirators in healthcare providers. The fit factor of surgical masks does not seem to be modified by the presence of facial hair, showing a low fit factor in both bearded and non-bearded healthcare providers. In contrast, the use of filtering respirators in conjunction with the presence of facial hair impairs their fit factor.
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Re-connect with your colleagues via our interactive and engaging platform. Better than ever, it will promote interactivity and will allow delegates to attend from anywhere around the world. Conference Schedule Snapshot:
Thursday, November 11 - Pre-Conference - 1 to 5 p.m. - Pre-registration is required
1 - 3 p.m. - Effective Medical Device Reprocessing Impacts Quality of Care (includes certificate of completion) - $50.00
3 - 4 p.m. - Medicine Bag Workshop (includes pre-shipped materials) with Marc Forgette of Makatew Workshops - $40.00
4 - 5 p.m. - The New Marketing Tools You Can Use to Market Your Practice with Rem Jackson of Top Practices LLC - $40.00
Friday, November 12 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, November 13 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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The CFPM can post a job posting to reach the chiropody/podiatry community. This service is FREE for all CFPM members and $150 for non-members (for a 30 day posting).
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Chiropodist Wanted – New Graduates Welcome! For Our Downtown Toronto Office (Near Queen Subway) The Chiropodist will provide professional patient care, including but not limited to: nail and callus care, wart treatment, treating acute and chronic wounds, custom orthotics, biomechanical and gait analysis, ingrown nails, fungal nails, laser and shockwave treatments, pain management, nail surgeries, health education/counselling, etc.… Get full details here.
CFPM can post a practice for sale ad to reach the chiropody/podiatry community. This service is FREE to members only. Click here to post your listing.
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FREE for all CFPM members.
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Nov 2021
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The 5 Risk that you cannot ignore will help you learn, identify and apply the appropriate method of infection control, occupational health and safety requirements and the Canadian standards and best practices in reprocessing of medical devices in a healthcare office settings. In addition, staff will gain the knowledge and confidence in the reprocessing of medical devices aligning with infection prevention and control practices and other regulatory requirements in ensuring the safety of patient and staff. A pre-registration fee of $75 will apply. Certificate included.
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Nov 2021
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Learn how to create a traditional Medicine Bag in this fascinating workshop, where Marc will share stories about the origins of the materials and the cultural significance of the bag. Discover how non-Indigenous allies can support Indigenous artisans, entrepreneurs and knowledge-keepers by taking some thoughtful yet simple steps to appreciate, rather than appropriate, Indigenous culture. A $40 pre-registration fee will apply.
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Nov 2021
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Marketing is an essential business activity that can greatly enhance your practice profits while also sculpting your practice to attract patients you enjoy seeing and treating. Organizing your online and offline marketing does not have to be complicated and frustrating. In fact, it can be a team building activity. Find out how in this session. A $40 pre-registration fee will apply.
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Friday, November 12 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Nov 2021
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Saturday, November 13 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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