The Beighton Scale For Hypermobility is a composite score used to assess hypermobility The Beighton score is used to evaluate joint hypermobility or flexibility...
B is for Babinski Sign or Reflex
The Babinski Sign or Reflex is a test done to evaluate the possible presence of absence of an upper motor neuron. The Babinski sign...
A is for ABCDE
ABCDE is the checklist of changes indicating a possible malignant lesion:A = AsymmetryB = Border irregularityC = Colour variationD = Diameter increaseE = Evolution...
M is for Melanoma
A melanoma is a potentially dangerous skin lesion that can occur on the foot and tend to have a worse outcome if not detected...
J is for Jacks Test
Jacks test is a test done weightbearing to assess the static function of the windlass mechanism. It is also called the Hubscher maneuver. The...
R is for the Richie Brace
The Richie Brace is an AFO that is used for conditions like posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and lateral ankle instability. It consiist of a...
D is for Durlacher corn
A Durlacher corn is a corn that is just lateral to the nail on the fifth toe that may be part of an extra...
C is for Cimetidine
Citimidine is an histamine H2 antagonist used to treat some gastrointestinal disorders. It has also been used to treat verrucae on the foot. The...
C is for Carbon fiber plate
Carbon fiber plates are often used as shoe stiffeners for conditions like hallux rigidus and turf toe Rigid carbon fiber insoles are often used...