Welcome to the intersection of orthotics and prosthetics in cyberspace!
This last Corner of the year concludes with more information from the excellent Nordic P&O meeting in Reykjavik as well as some highlights from the exhibits at the Fall AOPA Annual Meeting in Reno. It also contains an extensive "Guest Article" from Dr. Will Ertl and Dr. Jan Ertl providing their perspective on a number of important issues related to the amputation method they are championing.
The reports from the transcontinental tour across the USA to see how prosthetists are currently managing patients with hip disarticulation or transpelvic amputations will resume again in January.
All chapters from the Spanish language textbooks on Lower Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics have been posted, and remain available for downloading, along with the classic text from UCLA on Upper Limb Prostheses.
Best wishes to all readers for a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year.
Thanks to the generosity of Sr. Alberto Castillo from Mexico City, the articles in this Corner will now be available in Spanish too. A
brief biography
is posted, listing just a few of Sr. Castillo's many accomplishments. Additional chapters from the texts on lower limb prosthetics and orthotics that have been translated into Spanish are also available for downloading.
Please feel free to leave your comments and suggestions regarding this information in our
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This month's Corner includes the next installment of uploads of chapters from the entire Spanish language texts on Lower Limb Orthoses and Lower Limb Prostheses, for downloading or printing. CPO Services is very pleased to be able to post electronic versions of texts used in the former WHO school in the Dominican Republic, with the kind permission of Sidney Fishman, PhD.
I hope you have enjoyed some of the information posted in this monthly Corner. Please leave your comments and suggestions for improvements or topics in the
Guest Book
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Thank you.
--John Michael, CPO
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ertl procedure
Please help! After 3 failed total ankle replacement surgeries (along with a subtalar fusion) I am exploring the option of a bka in the hope of getting on with my life. I have been trying to do as much research and be as informed as possib... read more
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Need referral
I need a referral to a doctor that performs the ertl procedure in either Kern County, Tulare County, or Kings County. Bakersfield, Porterville, Visalia or Fresno. Please respond.
Thanks, Sharon LaScala (559) 784-3604
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Re: Need referral
I think the most updated source for such information is the Ertl web site at www.ertlreconstruction.com. Since Dr. Jan Ertl is in Sacramento, you may wish to speak with him. --John Michael CPO
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Need to find out about limb extention
I have not heard from any doctor yet, so I am going to put my self out on all the medical sites I can find, and maybe just maybe, I can get someone who will be willing to help me reach my goal. I can wear my leg to do stuff around th... read more
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Re: Need to find out about limb extention
If I understand correctly, you are interested in learning whether you are a candidate for surgical limb lengthening. You will need to meet with an orthopedic surgeon with experience in this technique. I'm not aware of any lengthenings for... read more
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Feliz Navidad y Prospero Año Nuevo 2004.
Ciudad de Mexico 24 de Diciembre, 2003.
Estimado John Michael, CPO: le enviamos un afectuoso saludo con motivo de esta Navidad y le deseamos lo mejor para el proximo año 2004. Muchas gracias por su arduo trabajo de informacion, en favor de... read more
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Re: Feliz Navidad y Prospero Año Nuevo 2004.
Thank you, Sr. Castillo, for these kind words of encouragement. Despite the ongoing work required to keep this forum timely, I am honored by the scope of readers worldwide who share my passion for P&O information. As we end another year, ... read more
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The Ertle Procedure
As a physical therapist and athletic trainer, who has focused on comprehensive rehabilitation following limb amputation, I find this interaction regarding surgical technique very exciting. I have had the privilage of training Paralympic at... read more
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ertl controversy
Greetings; in my exploration of the Ertl Procedure, I've found much positive commentary on the results. However, on a few occasions I've seen reference to a controversy around the procedure, although there was no information regarding said... read more
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Re: ertl controversy
Robert, I know all the ins and outs of the Ertl because I'm an Ertl amputee myself. My surgery was 6/3/03 in Columbus, Ohio so it's all still very fresh in my mind. The pros for me were (and still are) numerous--I can walk, jump, jog, bike,... read more
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Re: Re: ertl controversy
AJ....I posted a message on this site but have not gotten any feedback yet so I'm hoping you have some info on my questions about the ertl procedure...1) why aren't there more surgeons who perform it since it seems to be a better amp proced... read more
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Re: ertl controversy
Why the use of the word controversy? Before John Michael’s columns the only other place I could find the word used in connection with the Ertl Procedure was for presentations at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surge... read more
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Re: ertl controversy
The previous Corners on this topic are archived and represent my best effort to present the available information without either excessive hype or blatant prejudice. The Drs. Ertl's clarifications and comments are posted this month. Start... read more
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Re: ertl controversy
Robert, you can get a lengthy review at the newly launched Ertl website www.ertlreconstruction.com . I agree, you are certainly entitled to look at ALL available options.
In my mind, having personally witnessed the procedure performed in ... read more
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REQUESTING ADVISE
DRs, BOTH OF MY SHOES HAVE SHOWN SIGNS OF UNEVEN/EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE OURSIDE OF THE HEEL--MY
FEET BEND OUTWARD.
I HAVE TRIED TO CORRECT THE MISALIGNMENT PROBLEM BY WEARING A PRODUCT CALLED "PHASE 4 ORTHOTICS." I HAVE LITERALLY BROKEN... read more
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Re: REQUESTING ADVISE
Thank you for this question. You don't need a different product until you are evaluated by someone who knows something about the biomechanics of foot orthoses. Once an office exam has established the biomechanical reason why your shoes we... read more
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