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		Research Dermatology within the UK podiatric literature: a content analysis (1989-2010) Ivan R Bristow, Alan M Borthwick Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:21 (24 May 2013) Abstract \| Provisional PDF
		Research The effects of prolonged running on foot posture: a repeated measures study of half marathon runners using the foot posture index and navicular height Emma Cowley, Jonathan Marsden Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:20 (24 May 2013) Abstract \| Provisional PDF
		Research The effect of customised and sham foot orthoses on plantar pressures Chris J McCormick, Daniel R Bonanno, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:19 (17 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary McCormick and colleagues report on the mechanical effects and perceived credibility of a range of 'sham orthoses', and conclude that a contoured polyethylene orthosis is the most appropriate comparator device in clinical trials where a small mechanical effect across all regions of the foot is desired.
		Research Factors affecting center of pressure in older adults: the Framingham Foot Study Thomas J Hagedorn, Alyssa B Dufour, Yvonne M Golightly, Jody L Riskowski, Howard J Hillstrom, Virginia A Casey, Marian T Hannan Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:18 (8 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Foot orthoses for the management of low back pain: a qualitative approach capturing the patient’s perspective Anita E Williams, Lindsay A Hill, Christopher J Nester Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:17 (7 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Review “Effectiveness of interventions in reducing pain and maintaining physical activity in children and adolescents with calcaneal apophysitis (Sever’s disease): a systematic review” Alicia M James, Cylie M Williams, Terry P Haines Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:16 (3 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Training the next generation of clinical researchers: evaluation of a graduate podiatrist research internship in rheumatology Serena Naidoo, Catherine Bowen, Nigel Arden, Anthony Redmond Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:15 (16 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Reliability and validity of the Microsoft Kinect for evaluating static foot posture Benjamin F Mentiplay, Ross A Clark, Alexandra Mullins, Adam L Bryant, Simon Bartold, Kade Paterson Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:14 (8 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Correction Correction: A survey of foot problems in community-dwelling older Greek Australians Patricia Kaoulla, Nicoletta Frescos, Hylton B Menz Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:13 (5 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Methodology Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Karen J Mickle, Christopher J Nester, Gillian Crofts, Julie R Steele Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:12 (4 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Neuropathic midfoot deformity: associations with ankle and subtalar joint motion David R Sinacore, David J Gutekunst, Mary K Hastings, Michael J Strube, Kathryn L Bohnert, Fred W Prior, Jeffrey E Johnson Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:11 (25 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Assessment of foot and ankle muscle strength using hand held dynamometry in patients with established rheumatoid arthritis Matthew Carroll, William Joyce, Angela Brenton-Rule, Nicola Dalbeth, Keith Rome Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:10 (22 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Review Gait parameters associated with hallux valgus: a systematic review Sheree E Nix, Bill T Vicenzino, Natalie J Collins, Michelle D Smith Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:9 (12 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A comprehensive review of 9 studies involving 589 participants reveals increased hallux and medial forefoot loading, decreased ankle and rearfoot motion, intrinsic muscle activity and reduced stability in people with hallux valgus.
		Research Effect of thong style flip-flops on children’s barefoot walking and jogging kinematics Angus Chard, Andrew Greene, Adrienne Hunt, Benedicte Vanwanseele, Richard Smith Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:8 (5 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Reliability of ultrasound imaging in the assessment of the dorsal Lisfranc ligament David D Rettedal, Nathan C Graves, Joshua J Marshall, Katherine Frush, Vassilios Vardaxis Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:7 (3 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Commentary Australian Diabetes Foot Network: practical guideline on the provision of footwear for people with diabetes Shan M Bergin, Vanessa L Nube, Jan B Alford, Bernard P Allard, Joel M Gurr, Emma L Holland, Mark W Horsley, Maarten C Kamp, Peter A Lazzarini, Ashim K Sinha, Jason T Warnock, Paul R Wraight Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:6 (26 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Reviewer acknowledgement Reviewer acknowledgement 2012 Hylton Menz, Mike Potter Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:4 (19 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review A review of the foot function index and the foot function index – revised Elly Budiman-Mak, Kendon J Conrad, Jessica Mazza, Rodney M Stuck Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:5 (1 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of flexor tenotomy on healing and prevention of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers on the distal end of the toe Jaap J van Netten, Adriaan Bril, Jeff G van Baal Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:3 (24 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A review of 38 diabetic toe ulcers treated with flexor tenotomy found that 35 ulcers (92%) healed, with a mean healing time of 22 +/- 26 days. However, infected ulcers took significantly longer to heal (35 days).
		Commentary Neurologist practice patterns in treatment of muscle cramps in Canada Mary Jane Lim Fat, Seint Kokokyi, Hans Dieter Katzberg Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:2 (9 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Research capacity and culture in podiatry: early observations within Queensland Health Peter A Lazzarini, Julia Geraghty, Ewan M Kinnear, Mark Butterworth, Donna Ward Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:1 (9 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology A novel approach to mapping load transfer from the plantar surface of the foot to the walls of the total contact cast: a proof of concept study Lindy Begg, Patrick McLaughlin, Leon Manning, Mauro Vicaretti, John Fletcher, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:32 (13 December 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A method to quantify the loading of the walls of the total contact cast using pressure sensor strips is described. This method may be useful for future studies assessing the offloading properties of the total contact cast in people with diabetic foot ulceration.
		Research A comparison of customised and prefabricated insoles to reduce risk factors for neuropathic diabetic foot ulceration: a participant-blinded randomised controlled trial Joanne S Paton, Elizabeth A Stenhouse, Graham Bruce, Daniel Zahra, Ray B Jones Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:31 (5 December 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Custom-made insoles are more expensive than prefabricated insoles and no better in reducing peak pressure in people with diabetic neuropathy. However, the custom-made insole was slightly more effective than the prefabricated insole in reducing forefoot pressure time integral at issue and 6-month follow-up.
		Research Assisting role redesign: a qualitative evaluation of the implementation of a podiatry assistant role to a community health setting utilising a traineeship approach Anna M Moran, Susan A Nancarrow, Leah Wiseman, Kerryn Maher, Rosalie A Boyce, Alan M Borthwick, Karen Murphy Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:30 (27 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review Importance and challenges of measuring intrinsic foot muscle strength Achini Soysa, Claire Hiller, Kathryn Refshauge, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:29 (26 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research The effect of patients’ preference on outcome in the EVerT cryotherapy versus salicylic acid for the treatment of plantar warts (verruca) trial Sarah Cockayne, Kate Hicks, Arthur R Kangombe, Catherine Hewitt, Michael Concannon, Kim Thomas, Farina Hashmi, Caroline McIntosh, Gwen Brierley, David Torgerson, Ian Watt, On behalf of the EVerT team Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:28 (12 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Pattern of outsole shoe heel wear in infantry recruits Aharon S Finestone, Kaloyan Petrov, Gabriel Agar, Assaf Honig, Eran Tamir, Charles Milgrom Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:27 (25 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary Diabetic foot disease in the United Kingdom: about time to put feet first Alistair D McInnes Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:26 (11 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Alistair McInnes reviews the quality of diabetic foot care in the United Kingdom, and suggests several areas for improvement.
		Research Reduction of peak plantar pressure in people with diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy: an evaluation of the DH Pressure Relief Shoe™ Anita Raspovic, Karl B Landorf, Jana Gazarek, Megan Stark Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:25 (1 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Using in-shoe plantar pressure measurement technology, Raspovic and colleagues show that the DH Pressure Relief ShoeTM decreases plantar pressures by 51% compared to a control shoe and by 43% compared to participants' own shoes.
		Commentary Diabetes foot disease: the Cinderella of Australian diabetes management? Peter A Lazzarini, Joel M Gurr, Joseph R Rogers, Andrew Schox, Shan M Bergin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:24 (1 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary To kick off Foot Health Month in Australia, Lazzarini et al explore Australia's diabetes amputation rate, one of the worst in the developed world, and why equivalent funding in evidence-based care would be an investment.
		Research Foot health education for people with rheumatoid arthritis — some patient perspectives Andrea S Graham, Alison Hammond, Steven Walmsley, Anita E Williams Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:23 (31 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of three different toe props on plantar pressure and patient comfort Sarah Johnson, Helen Branthwaite, Roozbeh Naemi, Nachiappan Chockalingam Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:22 (29 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology Reliability of the TekScan MatScan® system for the measurement of postural stability in older people with rheumatoid arthritis Angela Brenton-Rule, Joshua Mattock, Matthew Carroll, Nicola Dalbeth, Sandra Bassett, Hylton B Menz, Keith Rome Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:21 (13 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of different depths of medial heel skive on plantar pressures Daniel R Bonanno, Cheryl Y Zhang, Rose C Farrugia, Matthew G Bull, Anita M Raspovic, Adam R Bird, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:20 (13 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Data from plantar pressure in healthy adults with flat-arched or pronated foot posture indicate a medial heel skive of 4mm or 6mm increased medial rearfoot pressure, although plantar pressures at the midfoot and forefoot were not affected.
		Research Perceptions of the ankle brachial index amongst podiatrists registered in Western Australia Pamela Y Chen, Kaye M Lawford, Naiya Shah, Julie Pham, Virginia M Bower Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:19 (30 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary Screening for foot problems in children: is this practice justifiable? Angela Evans Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:18 (24 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Angela Evans discusses the case for screening for foot problems in children, using criteria outlined by the World Health Organisation.
		Research An analysis of Euroqol EQ-5D and Manchester Oxford Foot Questionnaire scores six months following podiatric surgery Anthony J Maher, Timothy E Kilmartin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:17 (9 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Editorial Making an impact: the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Hylton B Menz, Mike J Potter, Alan M Borthwick, Shannon E Munteanu, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:16 (9 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review Physical therapies for Achilles tendinopathy: systematic review and meta-analysis Samuel P Sussmilch-Leitch, Natalie J Collins, Andrea E Bialocerkowski, Stuart J Warden, Kay M Crossley Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:15 (2 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Inter-assessor reliability of practice based biomechanical assessment of the foot and ankle Hannah L Jarvis, Christopher J Nester, Richard K Jones, Anita Williams, Peter D Bowden Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:14 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Interrater and intrarater reliability of photoplethysmography for measuring toe blood pressure and toe-brachial index in people with diabetes mellitus Christopher Scanlon, Kris Park, David Mapletoft, Lindy Begg, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:13 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Interrater and intrarater reliability of photoplethysmography is excellent for measuring toe blood pressure, good for toe-brachial index but only fair for brachial pressures in people with diabetes mellitus.
		Research What are the key conditions associated with lower limb amputations in a major Australian teaching hospital? Peter A Lazzarini, Sharon R O’Rourke, Anthony W Russell, Damien Clark, Suzanne S Kuys Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:12 (30 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary An audit of lower extremity amputation cases performed at the Princess Alexandra Hospital (Brisbane, Australia) between July 2006 and June 2007 indicates that people undergoing amputation are more likely to be older, male and have diabetes.
		Research Altering gait by way of stimulation of the plantar surface of the foot: the immediate effect of wearing textured insoles in older fallers Anna L Hatton, John Dixon, Keith Rome, Julia L Newton, Denis J Martin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:11 (30 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology Visual categorisation of the arch index: a simplified measure of foot posture in older people Hylton B Menz, Mohammad R Fotoohabadi, Elin Wee, Martin J Spink Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:10 (23 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Comparison of shoe-length fit between people with and without diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a case–control study Alistair D McInnes, Farina Hashmi, Lisa J Farndon, Amanda Church, Maria Haley, Debora M Sanger, Wesley Vernon Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:9 (16 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A significant proportion of people with and without diabetes wear shoes that are either too long or too short for their foot length.
		Research The reliability of plantar pressure assessment during barefoot level walking in children aged 7-11 years Stephen D Cousins, Stewart C Morrison, Wendy I Drechsler Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:8 (20 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research Unknotting night-time muscle cramp: a survey of patient experience, help-seeking behaviour and perceived treatment effectiveness Fiona Blyton, Vivienne Chuter, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:7 (15 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research The foot-health of people with diabetes in a regional Australian population: a prospective clinical audit Byron M Perrin, Marcus J Gardner, Susan R Kennett Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:6 (8 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary An audit of 576 patients with diabetes in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia shows that publically funded podiatric services of this large regional area of Australia deal with a disproportionally large number of people with diabetes at high risk of future diabetes-related foot complications.
		Research Measurement of tibial nerve excursion during ankle joint dorsiflexion in a weight-bearing position with ultrasound imaging Matthew Carroll, Janet Yau, Keith Rome, Wayne Hing Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:5 (8 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Cost-effectiveness of cryotherapy versus salicylic acid for the treatment of plantar warts: economic evaluation alongside a randomised controlled trial (EVerT trial) Eugena Stamuli, Sarah Cockayne, Catherine Hewitt, Kate Hicks, Shalmini Jayakody, Arthur Kang'ombe, Gwen Turner, Kim Thomas, Mike Curran, Farina Hashmi, Caroline McIntosh, Nichola McLarnon, David J Torgerson, Ian Watt, the EVerT team Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:4 (27 February 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary An economic evaluation of the EVerT randomised trial of plantar wart treatment indicates that cryotherapy costs on average GBP101 more per participant over the 12 week time-frame, while there is no additional benefit in terms of proportion of patients healed compared with salicylic acid.

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		Research Dermatology within the UK podiatric literature: a content analysis (1989-2010) Ivan R Bristow, Alan M Borthwick Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:21 (24 May 2013) Abstract \| Provisional PDF
		Research The effects of prolonged running on foot posture: a repeated measures study of half marathon runners using the foot posture index and navicular height Emma Cowley, Jonathan Marsden Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:20 (24 May 2013) Abstract \| Provisional PDF
		Research The effect of customised and sham foot orthoses on plantar pressures Chris J McCormick, Daniel R Bonanno, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:19 (17 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary McCormick and colleagues report on the mechanical effects and perceived credibility of a range of 'sham orthoses', and conclude that a contoured polyethylene orthosis is the most appropriate comparator device in clinical trials where a small mechanical effect across all regions of the foot is desired.
		Research Factors affecting center of pressure in older adults: the Framingham Foot Study Thomas J Hagedorn, Alyssa B Dufour, Yvonne M Golightly, Jody L Riskowski, Howard J Hillstrom, Virginia A Casey, Marian T Hannan Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:18 (8 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Foot orthoses for the management of low back pain: a qualitative approach capturing the patient’s perspective Anita E Williams, Lindsay A Hill, Christopher J Nester Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:17 (7 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Review “Effectiveness of interventions in reducing pain and maintaining physical activity in children and adolescents with calcaneal apophysitis (Sever’s disease): a systematic review” Alicia M James, Cylie M Williams, Terry P Haines Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:16 (3 May 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Training the next generation of clinical researchers: evaluation of a graduate podiatrist research internship in rheumatology Serena Naidoo, Catherine Bowen, Nigel Arden, Anthony Redmond Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:15 (16 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Reliability and validity of the Microsoft Kinect for evaluating static foot posture Benjamin F Mentiplay, Ross A Clark, Alexandra Mullins, Adam L Bryant, Simon Bartold, Kade Paterson Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:14 (8 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Correction Correction: A survey of foot problems in community-dwelling older Greek Australians Patricia Kaoulla, Nicoletta Frescos, Hylton B Menz Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:13 (5 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Methodology Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Karen J Mickle, Christopher J Nester, Gillian Crofts, Julie R Steele Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:12 (4 April 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Neuropathic midfoot deformity: associations with ankle and subtalar joint motion David R Sinacore, David J Gutekunst, Mary K Hastings, Michael J Strube, Kathryn L Bohnert, Fred W Prior, Jeffrey E Johnson Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:11 (25 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Research Assessment of foot and ankle muscle strength using hand held dynamometry in patients with established rheumatoid arthritis Matthew Carroll, William Joyce, Angela Brenton-Rule, Nicola Dalbeth, Keith Rome Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:10 (22 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Review Gait parameters associated with hallux valgus: a systematic review Sheree E Nix, Bill T Vicenzino, Natalie J Collins, Michelle D Smith Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:9 (12 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A comprehensive review of 9 studies involving 589 participants reveals increased hallux and medial forefoot loading, decreased ankle and rearfoot motion, intrinsic muscle activity and reduced stability in people with hallux valgus.
		Research Effect of thong style flip-flops on children’s barefoot walking and jogging kinematics Angus Chard, Andrew Greene, Adrienne Hunt, Benedicte Vanwanseele, Richard Smith Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:8 (5 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Reliability of ultrasound imaging in the assessment of the dorsal Lisfranc ligament David D Rettedal, Nathan C Graves, Joshua J Marshall, Katherine Frush, Vassilios Vardaxis Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:7 (3 March 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| ePUB \| PubMed
		Commentary Australian Diabetes Foot Network: practical guideline on the provision of footwear for people with diabetes Shan M Bergin, Vanessa L Nube, Jan B Alford, Bernard P Allard, Joel M Gurr, Emma L Holland, Mark W Horsley, Maarten C Kamp, Peter A Lazzarini, Ashim K Sinha, Jason T Warnock, Paul R Wraight Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:6 (26 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Reviewer acknowledgement Reviewer acknowledgement 2012 Hylton Menz, Mike Potter Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:4 (19 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review A review of the foot function index and the foot function index – revised Elly Budiman-Mak, Kendon J Conrad, Jessica Mazza, Rodney M Stuck Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:5 (1 February 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of flexor tenotomy on healing and prevention of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers on the distal end of the toe Jaap J van Netten, Adriaan Bril, Jeff G van Baal Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:3 (24 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A review of 38 diabetic toe ulcers treated with flexor tenotomy found that 35 ulcers (92%) healed, with a mean healing time of 22 +/- 26 days. However, infected ulcers took significantly longer to heal (35 days).
		Commentary Neurologist practice patterns in treatment of muscle cramps in Canada Mary Jane Lim Fat, Seint Kokokyi, Hans Dieter Katzberg Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:2 (9 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Research capacity and culture in podiatry: early observations within Queensland Health Peter A Lazzarini, Julia Geraghty, Ewan M Kinnear, Mark Butterworth, Donna Ward Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2013, 6:1 (9 January 2013) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology A novel approach to mapping load transfer from the plantar surface of the foot to the walls of the total contact cast: a proof of concept study Lindy Begg, Patrick McLaughlin, Leon Manning, Mauro Vicaretti, John Fletcher, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:32 (13 December 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A method to quantify the loading of the walls of the total contact cast using pressure sensor strips is described. This method may be useful for future studies assessing the offloading properties of the total contact cast in people with diabetic foot ulceration.
		Research A comparison of customised and prefabricated insoles to reduce risk factors for neuropathic diabetic foot ulceration: a participant-blinded randomised controlled trial Joanne S Paton, Elizabeth A Stenhouse, Graham Bruce, Daniel Zahra, Ray B Jones Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:31 (5 December 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Custom-made insoles are more expensive than prefabricated insoles and no better in reducing peak pressure in people with diabetic neuropathy. However, the custom-made insole was slightly more effective than the prefabricated insole in reducing forefoot pressure time integral at issue and 6-month follow-up.
		Research Assisting role redesign: a qualitative evaluation of the implementation of a podiatry assistant role to a community health setting utilising a traineeship approach Anna M Moran, Susan A Nancarrow, Leah Wiseman, Kerryn Maher, Rosalie A Boyce, Alan M Borthwick, Karen Murphy Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:30 (27 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review Importance and challenges of measuring intrinsic foot muscle strength Achini Soysa, Claire Hiller, Kathryn Refshauge, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:29 (26 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research The effect of patients’ preference on outcome in the EVerT cryotherapy versus salicylic acid for the treatment of plantar warts (verruca) trial Sarah Cockayne, Kate Hicks, Arthur R Kangombe, Catherine Hewitt, Michael Concannon, Kim Thomas, Farina Hashmi, Caroline McIntosh, Gwen Brierley, David Torgerson, Ian Watt, On behalf of the EVerT team Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:28 (12 November 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Pattern of outsole shoe heel wear in infantry recruits Aharon S Finestone, Kaloyan Petrov, Gabriel Agar, Assaf Honig, Eran Tamir, Charles Milgrom Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:27 (25 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary Diabetic foot disease in the United Kingdom: about time to put feet first Alistair D McInnes Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:26 (11 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Alistair McInnes reviews the quality of diabetic foot care in the United Kingdom, and suggests several areas for improvement.
		Research Reduction of peak plantar pressure in people with diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy: an evaluation of the DH Pressure Relief Shoe™ Anita Raspovic, Karl B Landorf, Jana Gazarek, Megan Stark Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:25 (1 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Using in-shoe plantar pressure measurement technology, Raspovic and colleagues show that the DH Pressure Relief ShoeTM decreases plantar pressures by 51% compared to a control shoe and by 43% compared to participants' own shoes.
		Commentary Diabetes foot disease: the Cinderella of Australian diabetes management? Peter A Lazzarini, Joel M Gurr, Joseph R Rogers, Andrew Schox, Shan M Bergin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:24 (1 October 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary To kick off Foot Health Month in Australia, Lazzarini et al explore Australia's diabetes amputation rate, one of the worst in the developed world, and why equivalent funding in evidence-based care would be an investment.
		Research Foot health education for people with rheumatoid arthritis — some patient perspectives Andrea S Graham, Alison Hammond, Steven Walmsley, Anita E Williams Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:23 (31 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of three different toe props on plantar pressure and patient comfort Sarah Johnson, Helen Branthwaite, Roozbeh Naemi, Nachiappan Chockalingam Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:22 (29 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology Reliability of the TekScan MatScan® system for the measurement of postural stability in older people with rheumatoid arthritis Angela Brenton-Rule, Joshua Mattock, Matthew Carroll, Nicola Dalbeth, Sandra Bassett, Hylton B Menz, Keith Rome Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:21 (13 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research The effect of different depths of medial heel skive on plantar pressures Daniel R Bonanno, Cheryl Y Zhang, Rose C Farrugia, Matthew G Bull, Anita M Raspovic, Adam R Bird, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:20 (13 August 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Data from plantar pressure in healthy adults with flat-arched or pronated foot posture indicate a medial heel skive of 4mm or 6mm increased medial rearfoot pressure, although plantar pressures at the midfoot and forefoot were not affected.
		Research Perceptions of the ankle brachial index amongst podiatrists registered in Western Australia Pamela Y Chen, Kaye M Lawford, Naiya Shah, Julie Pham, Virginia M Bower Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:19 (30 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary Screening for foot problems in children: is this practice justifiable? Angela Evans Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:18 (24 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Angela Evans discusses the case for screening for foot problems in children, using criteria outlined by the World Health Organisation.
		Research An analysis of Euroqol EQ-5D and Manchester Oxford Foot Questionnaire scores six months following podiatric surgery Anthony J Maher, Timothy E Kilmartin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:17 (9 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Editorial Making an impact: the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Hylton B Menz, Mike J Potter, Alan M Borthwick, Shannon E Munteanu, Karl B Landorf Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:16 (9 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Review Physical therapies for Achilles tendinopathy: systematic review and meta-analysis Samuel P Sussmilch-Leitch, Natalie J Collins, Andrea E Bialocerkowski, Stuart J Warden, Kay M Crossley Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:15 (2 July 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Inter-assessor reliability of practice based biomechanical assessment of the foot and ankle Hannah L Jarvis, Christopher J Nester, Richard K Jones, Anita Williams, Peter D Bowden Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:14 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Interrater and intrarater reliability of photoplethysmography for measuring toe blood pressure and toe-brachial index in people with diabetes mellitus Christopher Scanlon, Kris Park, David Mapletoft, Lindy Begg, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:13 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Interrater and intrarater reliability of photoplethysmography is excellent for measuring toe blood pressure, good for toe-brachial index but only fair for brachial pressures in people with diabetes mellitus.
		Research What are the key conditions associated with lower limb amputations in a major Australian teaching hospital? Peter A Lazzarini, Sharon R O’Rourke, Anthony W Russell, Damien Clark, Suzanne S Kuys Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:12 (30 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary An audit of lower extremity amputation cases performed at the Princess Alexandra Hospital (Brisbane, Australia) between July 2006 and June 2007 indicates that people undergoing amputation are more likely to be older, male and have diabetes.
		Research Altering gait by way of stimulation of the plantar surface of the foot: the immediate effect of wearing textured insoles in older fallers Anna L Hatton, John Dixon, Keith Rome, Julia L Newton, Denis J Martin Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:11 (30 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Methodology Visual categorisation of the arch index: a simplified measure of foot posture in older people Hylton B Menz, Mohammad R Fotoohabadi, Elin Wee, Martin J Spink Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:10 (23 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Comparison of shoe-length fit between people with and without diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a case–control study Alistair D McInnes, Farina Hashmi, Lisa J Farndon, Amanda Church, Maria Haley, Debora M Sanger, Wesley Vernon Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:9 (16 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A significant proportion of people with and without diabetes wear shoes that are either too long or too short for their foot length.
		Research The reliability of plantar pressure assessment during barefoot level walking in children aged 7-11 years Stephen D Cousins, Stewart C Morrison, Wendy I Drechsler Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:8 (20 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research Unknotting night-time muscle cramp: a survey of patient experience, help-seeking behaviour and perceived treatment effectiveness Fiona Blyton, Vivienne Chuter, Joshua Burns Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:7 (15 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research The foot-health of people with diabetes in a regional Australian population: a prospective clinical audit Byron M Perrin, Marcus J Gardner, Susan R Kennett Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:6 (8 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary An audit of 576 patients with diabetes in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia shows that publically funded podiatric services of this large regional area of Australia deal with a disproportionally large number of people with diabetes at high risk of future diabetes-related foot complications.
		Research Measurement of tibial nerve excursion during ankle joint dorsiflexion in a weight-bearing position with ultrasound imaging Matthew Carroll, Janet Yau, Keith Rome, Wayne Hing Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:5 (8 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research Cost-effectiveness of cryotherapy versus salicylic acid for the treatment of plantar warts: economic evaluation alongside a randomised controlled trial (EVerT trial) Eugena Stamuli, Sarah Cockayne, Catherine Hewitt, Kate Hicks, Shalmini Jayakody, Arthur Kang'ombe, Gwen Turner, Kim Thomas, Mike Curran, Farina Hashmi, Caroline McIntosh, Nichola McLarnon, David J Torgerson, Ian Watt, the EVerT team Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 2012, 5:4 (27 February 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary An economic evaluation of the EVerT randomised trial of plantar wart treatment indicates that cryotherapy costs on average GBP101 more per participant over the 12 week time-frame, while there is no additional benefit in terms of proportion of patients healed compared with salicylic acid.