In our last article, we talked about how 3D scanning turns the orthotic consultation into a demonstration the patient can see for themselves. Today I want to back up to the very first step ...

Not much has changed since this column began about the issue of Same and/or Similar.  To provide a bit of Levity about this daunting subject I took an old joke and put a bit of a spin to it. ...

    There are many things I like about this article. First, it goes with my functional classification of deformities into mild, moderate and severe categories. We should be able to lo...

The first installment addressing the biomechanical needs of patients’ status post trans metatarsal amputation (TMA) reviewed the major biomechanical challenges these patients face and initial...

  In our previous articles, we've covered the importance of clear communication about biomechanics and building systematic Root orthotic programs. Today, let's talk about the one piece of tec...

       This article has 3 good mechanical points that I want to review. The main goal of most ankle athletic taping is to prevent ankle sprains, therefore it helps pr...

A colleague asked are there common biomechanical traits and needs for patients who have undergone a trans metatarsal amputation? Yes. Patients who undergo a trans metatarsal amputation (TMA) commo...

  In the last post, we covered how to build a systematic orthotic program that generates consistent revenue. But even the best system breaks down if patients can't understand why they need wh...

  This is a simple article which highlights how adding a soft material under the heel on a custom orthotic device helps lower heel plantar pressures, and also lowers midfoot pressure. It wa...

  In our last article, we talked about why patients choose $50 inserts over custom orthotics and how to change that conversation. But winning individual orthotic consultations is only half th...

        I have some lipstick in all of my office patient rooms for this exact purpose and they can be a game changer. They make a predictable mark for an impressio...

These guidelines are clear and help keep the community respectful and focused. A positive environment like this makes it easier for members to share knowledge and have meaningful discussions. Platf...

Medicare, as with other third-party payers, has had to contend with an explosion of reimbursements associated with an increase in utilization of a wide variety of medical/surgical services. To redu...

  In last week’s column, we discussed several common DME enrollment issues. Two groups of suppliers were identified as being at high risk for revocation. The first group includes provid...

  In our last post, we talked about the three things patients need before they'll commit to custom orthotics: proximity, proof, and specificity. Today, let's dig deeper into the biggest chall...

  Patients will present with Functional and Structural Hallux Limitus all the time. The basis of this study is to attempt to compare barefoot, minimalist shoe Orthotic #1, and minimalist shoe...

Over the past several months, many providers have discovered that their DME licenses (PTANs) are being rejected. The largest group affected includes providers attempting revalidation who either han...

  How to spot the gap between your practice and the ones quietly winning orthotic patients in your area. Last time, we walked through how to use your Google Business Profile to show up when ...

      Treating children with “growing pains” with custom orthotic devices is very common. Podiatrists focus on the abnormal biomechanics as in adults and desig...

  Having recently attended an out of state podiatry conference, it provided an opportunity to mingle with colleagues and vendors who offered a rare opportunity for “clinical” inte...