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Total Contact Casting, Therapeutic Footwear & Inserts for Diabetic Foot Ulcers

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Video Summary

The video features Dr. Sinyi Kor, a professor of physical therapy, who specializes in diabetic foot impairment. He discusses the use of total contact casting as a treatment for diabetic foot ulcers. He explains that total contact casting is a highly effective modality for healing diabetic neuropathic plantar ulcers, with over 90% of ulcers healing in an average of 43 days. He emphasizes the importance of reducing pressure on the foot to promote healing, and discusses the principles and techniques of applying total contact casting. He also highlights the role of footwear in preventing ulcer recurrence and lower extremity amputation, and discusses the use of extra depth shoes, inserts, and orthoses to offload pressure. Dr. Sinyi Kor also addresses the treatment of midfoot ulcers and the use of bracing. He concludes by emphasizing the need for patient education and adherence to recommended treatments, and encourages regular foot examinations for neuropathy and calluses. The video provides valuable insights into the treatment and management of diabetic foot ulcers, offering practical recommendations for physical therapists and healthcare practitioners. No credits are mentioned.

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David R. Sinacore, PT, PhD, FAPTA
PT Breakout

from: "Non-operative Management of the Foot and Ankle" (2020)

Keywords

Dr. Sinyi Kor

total contact casting

diabetic foot ulcers

pressure reduction

footwear

midfoot ulcers

patient education