Ectopic Toe Nails are nails that develop in areas of the toe or foot that they are not supposed to grow in.
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Ectopic Foot Nails (PodiaPaedia)
Ectopic Foot Nails (Podiatry Arena)
Day: September 24, 2015
The Mueller TPD Foot Orthotic
The Mueller TPD Foot Orthotic is a particular foot orthotic design originally developed by Terrance J Mueller DPM to specifically treaty posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. This foot orthotic typically has a deep heel cup and medial and lateral flanges to limit transverse plane motion.
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Mueller TPD Foot Orthoses (PodiaPaedia)
Mueller TPD Orthotic info (Podiatry Arena)
Gowers Sign
Gowers Sign is an indicator of several neurological problems such as Duchennes Muscular Dystrophy. It is due to the weakness of the proximal muscles. The child as to raise from the ground from a supine position and use the hands to climb up the legs.
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Gowers’ Sign (PodiaPaedia)
Gower Sign (Podiatry FAQ)
Gowers Sign (Podiatry TV)