Mese: Ottobre 2022

La gestione del rischio in Sanità è un tema centrale, sia per ciò che concerne la prevenzione che l’applicazione di ogni terapia in sicurezza. Il 22/25 novembre 2022 ad Arezzo, si tiene il “Forum Risk Management” che tratterà dell’argomento con un panel di testimonianze illustri, esperti di settore ed opinion leader, oltre a un interessante…

About 50% of nail conditions result from various causes, including nail injuries, psoriasis, lichen planus, and occasionally tumours (cancerous and noncancerous)  Lichen planus affects the nails in up to 10% of cases. Some people may have only mild symptoms such as discoloration of the nail beds, thinning of the nails, and formation of nail ridges.…

Melanoma, the sternest skin cancer, grows on skin that gets too much sun. It can also commence in places where the sun hardly shines, such as your foot. Because most people never check their feet for signs of melanoma, this cancer often spreads before it’s noticed. Allowed to spread, melanoma can turn deadly. By inspecting…

Diabetes can affect several systems in the body, including the nervous system. The most common type of peripheral neuropathy affects the leg and foot. Diabetic Peripheral neuropathy results in the loss of sensation of the foot. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and in some cases, pain. This loss of protective sensation may result in the…

Our activities of daily living inherently involve interacting with the physical environment: the complexity of our bipedal walking is commonly done in an apparent remarkable easiness.  We definitely want to keep feet in the best possible shape, as if they hurt your mobility and enjoyment of life are affected. Movements allow children to connect concepts…

Pes planovalgus (i.e., flatfoot) is a common condition among young children and also is encountered in adults. In children, congenital pes planus typically resolves with age as the foot musculature strengthens. Flexible pes planus is defined as a normal arch during non-weight-bearing activity or tiptoeing, with a flattening arch on standing. In rigid pes planus,…

An infected foot is often painful and can make it difficult to walk. Infections can be both fungal and bacterial infections. An infection can occur after an injury, having bacteria entering the wound, such as a cut or a skin crack, and cause an infection. Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes mellitus and ingrown toenails,…

Overuse injuries due to lifestyle problems, unpaired walking or sporting activities commonly lead to ankle and foot abnormalities. The tendons, bones and muscles are specifically prone to degeneration. The various disorders may be classified by a grading system that includes peritendinous inflammation, degenerative tendon disease, and ruptures. Bone marrow edema is another typical manifestation of…

is characterized by hyperextension of the corresponding metatarsophalangeal joint and lateral or medial deviation of the toe that comes to lay over the other.  Digitus superductus deformity usually occurs in combination with complex forefoot deformity like splayfoot and hallux valgus or digitus quintus varus deformity.  The raised toe shows pressure sores and corns (med. Clavus)…