Bohler’s angle is an angle measured on a lateral x-ray of the calcaneus to assess a possible fracture.
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B is for the Beighton Scale For Hyper-mobility
October 31, 2022
The Beighton Scale For Hyper-mobility is a composite score used to assess hypermobility
B is for Babinski Sign or Reflex
October 31, 2022
The Babinski Sign or Reflex is a test done to evaluate the possible presence of absence of an upper motor neuron.
B is for Bauer Bump
May 19, 2022
The Bauer Bump is a synonym for Haglund’s deformity at the back of the heel bone. The terms is used in ice hockey circles due to the prominent bone being irritated by the skates used, of which the Bauer brand is the most common.
B is for Bunion Correctors
October 6, 2019
Theses are night splints for bunions that are supposed to correct the bunion. They do not correct bunions, but can improve the angle of the big toe a few degrees after a few months of use.
B is for Body Mass Index
July 16, 2013
The Body Mass Index is defined as weight over height squared and is considered a useful screening tool for obesity.
B is for Blisters
April 18, 2013
Blisters are very common superficial skin lesion due to too much friction on the skin.
B is for Biomechanics
April 18, 2013
Biomechanics is the science of how the body moves and underpins a lot of podiatry.
B is for Basal Cell Carcinoma
April 18, 2013
A basal cell carcinoma is a particularly nasty skin cancer that can sometimes affect the foot.
B is for Burning Feet
November 11, 2012
Burning feet is a miserable condition, as more often than not there is no cure and the treatment is symptomatic.