Live Webinar 2025: Putting it into Practice: Forefoot-Live Webinar: Putting It Into Practice: Forefoot

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In this comprehensive webinar on foot and ankle care, a series of expert speakers present essential topics pertinent to in-office treatment. Dr. Paul Toulousan from the University of Michigan delves into lesser toe issues, including bunionettes and their various types, stressing the importance of non-operative treatments like shoe modifications and pads. He also discusses surgical interventions for persistent cases, highlighting issues such as mallet, claw, and hammer toes, providing details on conditions, causes, and both non-operative and surgical treatment options.<br /><br />Furthermore, Nurse Practitioner Tracy Herrig reviews nail deformities and infections, including ingrown nails and the importance of conservative treatments. She also discusses matrixectomy procedures, noting the potential for nail regrowth, and covers onychomycosis risk factors and treatment options, emphasizing the importance of nail debridement and topical application for effective results.<br /><br />Finally, Teresa Albert gives an overview of orthotic prescriptions, focusing on the anatomy of foot orthotics and the need to understand the goals of treatment. She discusses orthotic solutions for various foot conditions, emphasizing the importance of footwear as the foundation for effective orthotic use, and providing strategies for specific conditions like plantar fasciitis and flat feet.<br /><br />The session emphasizes non-operative care as a starting point, while also suggesting surgical avenues for those unresponsive to initial treatments. The experts highlight a multi-disciplinary approach involving careful consideration of footwear, orthotics, stretching, and surgical intervention where appropriate, all the while ensuring collaboration among healthcare providers to maximize patient outcomes.

Keywords

foot and ankle care

bunionettes

non-operative treatments

surgical interventions

nail deformities

matrixectomy

onychomycosis

orthotic prescriptions

plantar fasciitis

multi-disciplinary approach

footwear

patient outcomes