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MicroVas Vascular Treatment System

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Hey everybody!

Welcome back to this week's discussion on foot facts -what you need to know.
It's been a while, but I'll get you up to speed on the 411!

MicroVas Vascular Treatment System

In October of 2006, footDrHorsley began using a remarkable treatment device for wounds and poor circulation called the MicroVas Vascular Treatment System (MicroVas). MicroVas is an electrical stimulation device used to increase circulation to upper and lower extremities or speed up wound healing process.

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Hallux Limitus

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Defintion

Hallux limitus describes a condition in which there is limitation of motion of the 1st metatarsal phalangeal joint in the sagittal plane. Hallux limitus is the inability of the hallux to dorsiflex at the 1st MPJ. This limited range of motion results in jamming of the 1st metatarsal phalangeal joint (1st MPJ). Over time, repetitive jamming will contribute to arthritis of the 1st MPJ. The most characteristic sign of hallux limitus is a bump (exostosis) on top of the head of the 1st metatarsal. In fact, many doctors also refer to hallux limitus as a dorsal bunion.

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Ankle Foot Orthotic (AFO) Ankle Supports

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Greetings once again from everyone at footDrHorsley.

This is the beginning of a new series centered around custom Ankle Foot Orthotic (AFO) ankle supports. Custom supports are designed to prevent the ankle from rolling when it is unable to support itself. AFO's help individuals with, but not limited to these problems:

Ankle Foot Orthotic (AFO) Ankle Supports
  • Ankle arthritis or DJD (Degenerative Joint Disease)
  • Ankle, subtalar or midtarsal trauma
  • Charcot foot
  • Chronic Achilles tendonitis
  • Extra support for the obese patient
  • Increased stability for varum or valgum at the knee
  • Linsfrancs Injury
  • Paralytic equinus or drop foot
  • PTTD (Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction)
  • Severe pronation or Pes planus
  • Sports injuries, such as chronic ankle sprains
  • Talocalcaneal vargus or valgus
  • Tibialis tendonitis (posterior of anterior)

AFO supports provide stability, reduce swelling on the ankle, and help to improve gait movement. Their reinforced leather structure can be made rigid or flexible depending upon each patients specific needs. One of the favorite uses among patients is the alternative to surgery the AFO provides. For those of you that may want surgery to be used as the last option, the custom AFO serves as an excellent temporary fix.

The process of getting an AFO begins with a quick-dry cast which will be used to make your custom brace. There are two different AFO braces recommended through footdrhorsley: the Arizona Brace and the RYBO brace. Both of these companies assemble their products right here in America so it allows for a fast turnaround on orders. Both offer various braces ranging in height, width, color, and fastening.

Check the eShop at footDrHorsley soon for these products

Shepard’s “Veggie” Pie

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Cookbook Recipe

footDrHorsley invites you to try this cookbook recipe. (Contributed by Attiyya Ingram)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes, such as russet, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 11/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
  • 1 carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
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Veggie Stuffed Quesadilla

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Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini, cubed
  • 1 head fresh broccoli, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 small button mushrooms, chopped
  • 4 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup shredded Sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Place zucchini, broccoli, bell pepper, onion and mushrooms in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.
  3. Place two tortillas, side by side, on the prepared baking sheet. On each tortilla layer cheddar cheese, vegetables, then Monterey jack cheese. Top each with another tortilla.
  4. Place under the broiler and cook until lightly browned. Carefully turn tortillas and cook on the other side until lightly browned.

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