Propulsion: the use of the Morton’s Extension in Athletics Vol. 47, Issue 1 Vol. 47, Issue 1 | | March/April 2015 March/April 2015 | | www.pedorthics.org www.pedorthics.org Each year, more individuals choose ABC for pedorthic certification than any other credentialing body. With ABC’s unprecedented commitment to education, training and high standards, it’s not hard to see why. To find out how you can become ABC certified, call 703-836-7114 or visit us at abcop.org current Pedorthics Editorial Staff EXECUTIVE EDITOR COVER STORY Tara A. Mina ASSOCIATE EDITOR Rob Sobel and Tammy Daulton ART DIRECTOR Kristopher P. Gramza DESIGN/PRODUCTION KPG DESIGN Advertising & Sales Staff CURRENT PEDORTHICS Tracey Aaron, Arlington Publishing MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS MANAGER Rebecca Fazarri, CMP EXHIBIT AND SPONSORSHIP SALES MANAGER Andre Cholewinski, CPM Headquarters Staff MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER Christopher Costantini MEMBERSHIP AND CONTINUING EDUCATION Althea Powell Chandler and Christopher Costantini GOVERNMENT RELATIONS DIRECTOR Dean Mason LEGAL COUNSEL Allan J. Weiner, Kelley Drye & Warren, LLP Current Pedorthics (ISSN 1552-8111) is published bimonthly by the Pedorthic Footcare Association (PFA), 1610 East Forsyth St. Suite D, Americus, GA 31709. Telephone: (229)389-3440 Fax: (888)563-0945, Website: www.pedorthics. org, Email: pedorthicsusa@gmail.com. Copyright© 2015, PFA. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any manner without written permission. Letters to the Editor and other unsolicited material are assumed intended for publication and are subject to editing. Articles in Current Pedorthics do not necessarily reflect the opinion of PFA, its board of directors or its employees. Authors are responsible for the validity of their content and credentials. Current Pedorthics’ use of trademarked names is done in an editorial fashion intended to benefit the trademark owner, with no intention of trademark infringement. If you have any questions regarding display advertising or classified ads, please contact Tracey Aaron at (815) 356-8344 or email taaron@arlpub.com. Please send all product and industry-related press releases to pedorthicsusa@gmail.com. 2 Pedorthic Footcare Association www.pedorthics.org 15 | Propulsion: the use of the Morton’s Extension in Athletics: Old Remedy or Innovative Healthy Advantage? By Macalee Harlis Jr, Mike Norris and Von M. Homer A look at possible advantages to utilizing the carbon Morton’s Extension prophylactically to prevent injury and to enhance performance in athletes. FEELING TRAMPLED BY YOUR LAB? Services Start at $31* Diabetic . EVA . Cork Carbon Fiber . PolyPro *A5513Diabetic sales@amfit.com . www.amfit.com 800.356.3668 . Vancouver, Washington USA - not just the 3 #1 Gel for Custom Orthotics. Whenever extra cushioning/relief of sensitive areas or soft-tissue supplement is needed, think PQ. Scar Tissues • Skin Graphs • Amputations Congenital Disorders Professional Quality Viscoelastic Polymer Gel PQ Liquid is available in 2 part, pint or quart kits and mixes easily for consistent results. • A true, soft-tissue supplement • Ideal for arthritics and diabetics • Make total contact, custom inlays flexible orthotics, and distal end pads • Make custom pads any durometer • Cures in approximately 20 minutes at 72° • Contains no nutritive components for microbe growth • Contains no cellular constructions so there is no collapse in load-bearing areas PQ Gel Makes Excellent Fore-Foot Fillers. View Riecken’s Ecatalog of • Insoles • Heel Cups • Pads • Lifts • Wedges • Spring Plates at www.FootComfortWorld.net Call (800) 331-8040, ext 109, to order PQ Gel Foot-Care Products. 3 Laboratory of Foot-Care Products Evansville, IN PQ Gel Foot-Care Products are also available from Cascade, G&W Heel Lifts, PEL, P.W. Minor, Ruby Leather, Verne Bintz and Warwick Enterprises.