Episode 10: What are stress fractures? A stress fracture is a tiny crack in a bone that usually happens from overuse. Putting repetitive strain on bones can break them down. Resting gives bones a chance to rebuild, the way muscles do. But when

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Oct 1st, 2017 7m 7s

Episode 9: The Big Four Let’s talk about the association between The Big Four problems: Equinus Haglund’s deformity Insertional Achilles Tendonitis with bursitis Retro-Calcaneal bone spurs Haglund’s deformity is a bony enlargement on the ba

When to Keep Wounds Moist or Dry?

Sep 26th, 2017 4m 2s

Episode 7: When to Keep Wounds Moist or Dry? When should you air out your wound? When wounds are kept exposed to the air they will dry and form a scab. The purpose of the scab is to protect the wound from environmental contamination. But, at

Toenail Fungus

Nov 25th, 2016 5m 32s

Episode 5: Toenail Fungus Nail Fungus: A fungus is an organism that lives in warm moist areas. Fungus of the toenails is a common problem that can affect people of all ages, although it most commonly affects individuals who are older. Treatme

Annual Foot Screen

Jun 25th, 2016 4m 1s

Episode 4: Annual Foot Screen What is ANNUAL FOOT SCREEN? Your annual foot screen is a comprehensive exam in which Dr. Pulapaka and her team update/overhaul your chart, check your Medicare compliance, and perform simple & basic tests to the lo

Diabetic Foot Care

May 21st, 2016 4m 27s

Episode 3: Diabetic Foot Care The importance of diabetic foot care and some Do’s & Don’ts. Washing your feet with warm or tepid water and soap every day keeps them clean and gives you a good chance to do that daily inspection. Applying a moistu

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Apr 24th, 2016 4m 3s

Episode 2: PLANTAR FASCIITISAnatomy - The plantar fascia is made up of 3 distinct parts: the medial, central, and lateral bands on the bottom of the foot.There are many treatment options when patient experience heel pain.Rest and activity mo

Antibiotic Resistance

Apr 10th, 2016 5m 23s

This is dedicated to my Grandmother Evelyn Trache, she passed away a few years ago at the age of 95. Her life and spirit were inspiring for me, so this series is dedicated to her. So join in with the discussions. PODIATRY DOC TALK OPENI