Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery
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This article is an overview of a variety of neurologic disorders that a podiatrist may encounter. Obviously, the topic is broad. A method of forming a differential diagnosis is attempted, rather than generating a list of disorders. ⋯ A brief review of the anatomy of the nervous system clarifies the origin of neurologic symptoms. Common neurologic symptoms and signs are discussed. The presentation of diseases that occur in specific systems, including lesions of the muscle, neuromuscular junction, nerve, plexus, nerve roots, anterior horn cells, spinal cord, and brain, are also described.
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A patient's HIV status often has significant impact on a physician's willingness and ability to provide quality medical care. A physician may face substantial penalties for refusing to treat a patient who has HIV. Even the referral of a patient with HIV to an HIV specialist may constitute a discriminatory act. The law provides certain guidelines that, if followed, may keep a physician out of the courtroom.
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The goal of the physician treating the athlete with Morton's neuroma should be the same as the goal of the athlete. This is to relieve the pain while allowing the athlete to continue with his or her activity as much as possible. Therefore, conservative therapy should be stressed. If it fails, all surgical methods, including the EDIN procedure, and their disadvantages should be considered before choosing to undertake one.
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Incorrect techniques repeated daily by a dancer can lead to overuse injuries. This article discusses the causes and treatment of foot and ankle injuries in the ballet dancer. The author also addresses skin lesions that are common in dancers who wear pointe shoes.