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November 23, 2011, Issue #444
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DISCUSSION
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Your emails will be reviewed by pedorthists and the editors of Pedorthic Newswire, and selected submissions will be posted in an upcoming issue for feedback from other readers. We reserve the right to edit submissions and responses. Please note:the deadline for all submissions and responses is 12 noon Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday for that week's issue.
NEW QUESTION
Question: I am a certified therapeutic shoe fitter with ABC. I started out fitting shoes with a DME company for the Medicare Therapeutic shoe program. Now, it seems to me, that a pedorthist certificate is required to fit seniors in the program.
Just wondering what other options or benefits I can explore? At this point it seems ABC is benefiting most from my annual fee and continuing education credits. Any response(s) would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
- Certified Shoe Fitter
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS WITH RESPONSES
Question: Is anyone aware of a manufacturer that carries an A5500 qualifying shoe in an athletic lace style in a size 1 youth. I have come across some that have the necessary depth, materials and closure but are not offered in the 3 widths necessary to satisfy the A5500 definition. Thanks.
- R Jankas C.Ped
Response: Go to www.dmepdac.com/dmecsapp/do/search to obtain a list of all PDAC approved shoes. Beware that this will return over 5000 results, but may get you pointed in the right direction as far as some of the obscure vendors out there. Alternately, you may want to consider custom athletic shoes. I have had to resort to this for my patients with really small feet.
- PNW Reader
Question: A few weeks ago, I posted a question asking how many people were not planning on attending the PFA Symposium and why. I received many responses via email to my question. Most cited either poor economy or lack of bang for their buck. Many said they had to choose between PFA, Medtrade, AOPA because of limited time and budget. After attending this year's event, being graciously invited by one of the foundational vendors, I both observed and heard many attendees reaction to this year's show.
Being an educator, many former students, and peers stopped to talk to me. Most were in shock that attendance was so low, both on the vendor and general attendee side. Several were disappointed with the quality and relevance of specific presentations. Many others voiced that on a per credit earned basis, attending the symposium was not very economical. Many of the vendors I talked to expressed the same sentiment of disappointment. If you attended, I would like your opinion on the economics and quality of this year's event, as well as plans to attend subsequent events in the future. Is distance education a more viable option?
- Rick E. Sevier - BS Ed. BOCO C. Ped.
Response: I have heard feedback from one vendor that attended PFA say that, from the vendor's perspective they were disappointed in the attendee turn out in the exhibitor's hall and the difficulty for attendees to have time with vendors. Obviously vendor support is a key component of the financial success of the seminar so one can hope that their needs are better met in future seminars. I know that as an attendee in past PFA seminars that it can be a challenge to leave a presentation, stop by a restroom, get to the exhibitors hall, see a few vendors, and then get back to the next presentation on time. Even with time blocked out for exhibit hall it was a challenge to have quality time with all the key vendors and then go exploring for new companies and their offerings. I know I would come back from PFA seminars feeling like I had been on the run for several days.
At other trade shows I have attended, the seminar management recognized that many individuals are early risers or do not mind working late so they allow exhibitor halls to open at 7:00 am and to go late to cater to both types of attendees. Hopefully vendors bring enough personnel to staff their booths with split shifts but the opportunity to increase contact with attendees should make it worthwhile.
- PNW Subscriber
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SPONSOR NEWS
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HEALTH AND INDUSTRY
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Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki today announced the publication of a final regulation in the Federal Register on clothing allowance that expands the eligibility criteria for Veterans with multiple prosthetic and orthopedic devices or skin conditions caused by prescribed medications. "Veterans whose service-connected disabilities require prosthetic appliances and skin medications deserve financial assistance for the extra clothing they have to purchase," said Shinseki. "A federal appeals court has ruled that Veterans may be entitled to more than one clothing allowance, and we are adjusting our regulations to make sure Veterans get the benefit of that decision." Full Text
Source: Business Wire
After a heavy oxygen tank fell on her foot while she was visiting her mother in a nursing home earlier this month, Tamra Williams was in pain all night-but dreaded what she figured would be an hours-long wait in a Dallas hospital emergency room. So the next morning she headed to a PrimaCare urgent-care clinic near a shopping mall in suburban Mesquite, Texas, where a doctor treated her fractured toe and sent her on her way within an hour.
Clinics like PrimaCare's-and others in many drugstores that offer fewer services-are increasingly cropping up nationwide to address a widening deficit in care: The number of patients seeking emergency care rose more than 43% between 1990 and 2009, while the number of hospital emergency departments declined 27% over the same period, says Renee Hsia, an emergency-medicine researcher at the University of California, San Francisco. Full Text
Source: The Wall Street Journal
The maker of Tootsie Roll candy is suing a small shoe company over its Footzyrolls brand of shoes that roll up into compact bundles. In a lawsuit filed last week in Illinois federal court, Chicago-based Tootsie Roll Industries accused Rollashoe of intentionally preying on its famous trademark used for lollipops and chewy candies since 1908. Footzyrolls "so resembles each of the Tootsie Roll Marks in sound, commercial impression and appearance that when used in association with footwear, it is likely to cause confusion, to cause mistake or deceive," Tootsie Roll said in its complaint. Full Text
Source: Reuters
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DIABETES
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Hispanics are the focus of a campaign to promote foot care among people with diabetes, says the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Hispanics are 66 percent more likely than whites to be diagnosed with diabetes, which can result in foot ulcers and lower limb amputations. Leading causes of type 2 diabetes include poor diet, lack of exercise and genetics, risk factors that are especially high among Hispanics, according to the association. Full Text
Source: Healthday.com In 2009, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommended that Hemoglobin A1c be exclusively used for the diagnosis of diabetes in children. The simple test measures longer-term blood sugar levels -- without requiring patients to fast overnight. However, a new U-M study has shown that these tests are not very accurate in children. "We found that Hemoglobin A1c is not as reliable a test for identifying children with diabetes or children at high risk for diabetes compared with other tests in children," says Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H., lead author of the study and a pediatric endocrinologist at U-M's C.S. Mott Children's Hospital. "In fact, it failed to diagnose two out of three children participating in the study who truly did have diabetes." Although tests that require patients to fast are the most accurate tests, they are difficult to obtain in clinical practice, highlighting the need for improved nonfasting testing strategies. Full Text Source: University of Michigan Health System Real-time, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is effective in improving blood glucose control in people with Type 2 diabetes, reveals a study published online today in Diabetes Care, a leading journal on diabetes research and management. This is the first time that real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) has been studied in a large U.S.-based, randomized-controlled trial in people with Type 2 diabetes. Most studies have demonstrated that real-time CGM is effective in patients with Type 1 diabetes, or patients using intensive insulin treatment of both basal and meal time insulin. Full Text Source: Market Watch |
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SPORTS AND FITNESS
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By: Felicia Stoler
Recently, I saw the news of a 100-year-old man, Fauja Singh, who finished the Toronto Marathon in 8 hours, 11 minutes. What struck me as interesting was that he started running at 81 years of age. I have been involved with marathons, professionally, for years and recently had the opportunity to watch the Ironman World Championships in Kona. I have observed for over a decade that the average age of "endurance" athletes is much older than one would expect. Twice, Diana Nyad, 61, made attempts to swim from Cuba to Florida... certainly, there have not been any 20-somethings performing such feats. But why is this? Full TextSource: Fox News Global Market for Sports and Fitness Nutrition to Reach US $67.2 Billion by 2017GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Sports and Fitness Nutrition market. The global market for Sports and Fitness Nutrition is projected to cross US$67.2 billion by the year 2017, primarily prompted by rising health and fitness conscious customers. Products that previously were targeted towards athletes and body builders are now gaining popularity among the general population as the role of sports nutrition products is changing from 'muscle building' to one that promotes good health. A fitness-crazy generation and the good-health image of sports drinks are driving growth in sports & energy drinks and sports & energy bars segments. Full Text
By: Anne Stein
At a British 10K charity run last year, a blonde with sunglasses and a slew of world records jogged easily among the 11,000 other runners who'd shown up that day. Olympic marathoner Paula Radcliffe crossed the finish line with a huge smile on her face, despite being a whopping 15 minutes off her best time for the distance. Back in the 1950s and 1960s - before the jogging and aerobics boom hit the U.S. and thousands of health clubs dotted the land - exercise during pregnancy was rarely discussed. These days, pregnant women are packing prenatal yoga and low-impact aerobics classes. They're swimming, biking and running - and, yes, they're occasionally lining up at a race near you. Full Text
Source: Chicago Tribune
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BECOMING CERTIFIED IN PEDORTHICS
| Pedorthics is a professional field covering the design, manufacture, modification and/or fit of footwear. Pedorthics encompasses shoes, orthoses and foot devices that prevent or alleviate foot problems caused by disease, overuse, injury or congenital defect. Certified Pedorthists work with patients and their footwear to conform to a doctor's footwear prescription as part of the patient's treatment
To earn certification in Pedorthics, you must take a pre-determined number of course hours in pedorthics and pass a certifying examination overseen by either The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics® or Board for Certification/Accreditation, Int'l. Both the ABC and BOC are independent certification bodies that set standards for the profession and offer certifications that are recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
More information, including FAQ's
The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics information on the step-by-step process of becoming a certified pedorthist
Board of Certification/Accreditation International information on becoming a BOC Pedorthist.
For information on the Canadian certifying organization visit The Pedorthic Association of Canada.
ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR BECOMING CERTIFIED IN PEDORTHICS
The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Click here to view a detailed calendar including dates and locations, information and pricing.
CFS Allied Health Education: Pedorthic Certification: Exam Review. This review is focused on supplying the student with the skills and knowledge needed to pass the ABC Certified Pedorthic exam by presenting exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Contact CFS Allied Health Education at (918) 266-3678 or visit http://www.learnpedorthics.com/ for more information.
*ABC and The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics are registered trademarks of the The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., which is not affiliated with CFS Allied Health Education and does not endorse this review.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring Available; Eneslow Training & Tutoring Program, Individual and Small Group Program
WHO SHOULD COME:
Those who wish to prepare for the Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes or the
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course and Exam, also those who wish to improve their pedorthic, sales, retailing, biomechanics and business skills or those who need a refresher course;
SUBJECTS: PEDORTHICS - SALES -RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Pedorthic Assessment - Pedorthic Shoe Fitting - Pedorthic Solutions Footwear - Foot Orthotics
Foot Products - Ready-made - Custom Shoe Constructions and Designs
Shoe Modifications - Casting and Evaluation Techniques for Custom Shoes & Orthotics - Business and Practice Management Finance & Administration
Forecasting & Budgeting - Buying & Inventory Control Marketing & Advertising Professional Responsibility - Safety - Human Resources Biomechanics Pediatrics
Pathology of Diseases and Malalignments
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
$150/ hour for individual training
GROUP TRAINING
$125/hour per person for two or more participants in the same program at the same time
$100/hour per person for five or more participants in the same program at the same time
Fee: Two hour minimum
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 TRAINING WITH ROBERT S. SCHWARTZ, CPED, OR DR. JUSTIN WERNICK, DPM, CPED
$250/hour for individual training &
$200/hour per person for group training
Added Value: An insider's look into the retail, pedorthic, sales, store operations, and business management of Eneslow.
ABC and BOC points may be applied for.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE, 470 Park Avenue South at 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016. Call for more info (212) 477-2300 (Ask for Sarah Goldberg, CPED) (212) 353-2876 Fax
email: epi@eneslow.com or visit http://eneslow.com/epi
Pro-Learn, LLC announces its new CAPE approved Pedorthic Pre-certification program
Pro-Learn's program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Pedorthic Education (CAPE) to provide Levels 1, 2 and 3 of pedorthic pre-certification coursework required by ABC and BOC to become eligible to apply and sit for board examination. ProLearn utilizes the latest technology in Distance Learning and Virtual Classrooms. This is the same Distance Learning Program technology model used by advanced O & P schools used to deliver their curriculum. This allows maximum flexibility in our programs that gives the student choices that fit their busy lifestyle, level of experience and learning style. Programs vary from three-week, live classes to completing the coursework completely online (Experienced, advanced degree holding healthcare professionals only). Our staff and faculty is composed of degree holding healthcare professionals who are Pedorthists, Nurses, O & P, Professional Pedorthic Educators and Physicians.
Please visit www.pro-learn.com or email cmartin@pro-learn.com for more information to assist you or your staff in making a decision on the right option for you, your business, your family, and your lifestyle.
International School of Pedorthics is offering two classes per month every month until December 31st 2012.
January 1 2013 ISP will close it's doors to pre certification and focus on International pedorthic training and post education advanced training.
ISP offers accreditation manual service with Accreditation Champ
And our newline of pre fabricated foot products,we offer our on site lab training, and consulting.
ISP has had training in Saudi Arabia, Jamaica, Puerto Rico ,Canada, Mexico and other countries.
Call 702-449-0978 or the office at 702-449-0974
DECEMBER, 2011
The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Beijing, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 10 - 19, 2011 (Brea, California) - To Be Confirmed Soon
Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school (Elwood Course Location Only). Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only. Private Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within walking distance from the RMPI.
BECOME AN ABC THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER
For information on Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses
Information on 2012 Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses will be coming soon.
2012 COURSES
GEORGIA - Foot Solutions Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course: Class Dates: February 13 - 24, 2012 May 14 - 25, 2012 August 6 - 17, 2012 November 5-16, 2012 Additional Classes to be Announced Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes four times per year. The training course will offer the pre-certification in Pedorthics certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the Certified Pedorthist Exam. Upon completing our course and successfully passing the competency tests and fulfilling the 1,000 hour "Clinical practice Requirement" students are eligible to sit for the ABC or BOC exam to earn their Pedorthic Certification (CPED Pedorthist). GEORGIA - Foot Solutions 1-Day C.Ped Pre- Exam Review Session. February 10, 2012 May 11, 2012 August 3, 2012 November 9, 2012 For Application and Fee Information Contact: Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 tstrickland@footsolutions.com Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 bhubauer@footsolutions.com Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 bfaddock@footsolutions.com The Foot Solutions Pedorthic Training Center facility is located at: 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067.
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MONTHLY AND ONGOING
Riecken's Orthotic Labs - 800-331-8040; SAFIO Class, Second Friday of every month, at 5115 Oak Grove Rd., Evansville, IN. Four casting stands provided, limited to 8 students. Contact Darlene at the above number for more information.
Traveling Courses To Your Area sponsored by The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute of Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school. Please contact us to discuss your needs at phone: 765-557-7216. Email: pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org or visit our Web site at: http://www.pedorthicbiomechanics.org/.
The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school: Advanced Manufacturing - 50 Hour Course - Approved For 49.5 CME's for Pedorthists by the ABC. This course is designed to teach BAPFOL standards in manufacturing functional feet orthoses and provide an introduction to advanced biomechanical posting. Class size is limited to two students. For more information or to customize a course to meet your manufacturing educational needs, please email pam@rmpi.org or phone 765-557-7216. Tuition cost: $2K - includes housing and transportation to and from the airport and school.
The National Shoe Retailers Association is pleased to bring training and CEs directly to you, without the additional cost of travel, food, lodging, registration fees or lost work time. Our affordable WISER Sales Training DVD makes in-house training easy and there's now an online exam for Continuing Education credits from ABC and BOC.
WISER Sales Training provides quality training for new sales associates and re-motivates experienced sales staff. The DVD format makes it easy for employees to train at times convenient for them, and for employers to offer quality training without hiring outside trainers or taking the most experienced staff off the sales floor. ABC's Category 1 CEUs for WISER Sales Training total 21.75 credits (2.5 scientific, 19.25 business), good through year 2010. BOC's credit total is 20.34 (6.42 CPE Category 1, 13.92 Category 2).
Pricing for the program is as follows:
DVD, workbook and guide for trainers Members: $295 (Non-Members $395)
Additional Handbooks: $10 each
Online Test Members: $100 (Non-Members: $200)
For more information or to order, click http://www.nsra.org/wiser_intro.php?ad=pn
or call or email Veanne Lupia at 1-800-673-8446, ext. 7006, veannel@nsra.org.
Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars
Attendees will learn the importance of visual and digital analysis: pressure points, foot type, foot size and gait. Understanding activities and pathologies such as age, medical conditions and injuries (sports, diabetes, arthritis) will be discussed. Common foot pathologies will be reviewed, including methods of treatment utilizing state of the art technology. A hands-on workshop is also included. ABC - 7.75 Scientific Credits; BOC - 8.25
For information on Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
Information on 2012 Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars will be coming soon.
RMPI Advanced Manufacturing Courses: 49.5 CME's. For info contact: online@rmpi.org
Elwood Courses Includes Dormitory Housing & Transportation From Airport To Dormitories & School
Under Development for January, February, March - Connecticut and Texas
· December 7 - 11, 2011 (Brea, California) To Be Confirmed Soon
2012 COURSES
NATIONAL PEDORTHIC SERVICES - EDUCATIONAL COURSE
April 27-29, 2012 & September 21-23, 2012
National Pedorthic Services, Milwaukee WI.
Hands-on Custom Foot Orthosis Fabrication Course -18.25 ABC - CEPUs
Contact: Nora Holborow at (414)438-6662 or visit www.npsfoot.com
E-mail: nholborow@npsfoot.com
May 18-20, 2012 & August 24-26, 2012
National Pedorthic Services, Milwaukee WI.
A Hands-On Approach to Footwear Modifications - 19.25 ABC - CEPUs
Contact: Nora Holborow at (414)438-6662 or visit www.npsfoot.com
E-mail: nholborow@npsfoot.com
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CLASSIFIEDS
| Seeking to Hire: Wellness Life Systems, a leading national diabetic shoe provider, is seeking highly motivated Certified Pedorthists with excellent communication skills to join our team. We have positions available in many regions across the country. ACHC accredited, inserts created in our own orthotic lab. This unique opportunity allows the right individuals to: Get back to patient care! Perform in-home diabetic foot evaluations, shoe fittings, and deliveries in your local area; Manage your own territory and set your own schedule. Call Frank, 816-268-6857, with questions, or send resumes to jobs@wellnesslifesystems.com Ongoing
Seeking to Hire: Midwest Medical Services, a national provider of DME products, is seeking to hire Certified Pedorthists. We currently have multiple opportunities in all regions across the United States. Position would entail performing in-home evaluation and fittings, sale of diabetic supplies and pain management DME, managing your territory, and providing excellent patient care. Must be ambitious, well organized, and dependable. At Midwest Medical Services, we strive to provide the best patient care possible and support those who provide great care in our name. Call Kim, (816) 718-6946, with questions and/or email resumes to hr@midwestmedservices.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Ongoing
Seeking to Hire: Since our company's founding in 1923, Yale Surgical Company has been dedicated to meeting the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Pedorthic needs of Connecticut. We are beginning a new family generation of practitioners and are eager to meet the continuing need in our area. We currently have multiple opportunities for C. Ped., CO, CP, CPO and Orthotic/Prosthetic Techs in our New Haven office. We would love to speak with you to discuss your goals and future plans. Please feel free to look at our website, http://www.yalesurgical.com/ and email your resume to info@yalesurgical.com at your earliest convenience. Comp. salary, 401k etc. - Edward N. Kaufman Ongoing
Classifieds will run for 90 days unless we are informed that the position has been filled. Thank you! To place a classified ad, please email editor@pedorthicnewswire.com |
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John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. | | Erick Janisse,C.O., C.Ped. | | Jerome S. Klein, C.O., C. Ped. | | Edith James | | Rick E. Sevier BS Ed., C. Ped., BOC Ped. |
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