Neurological Exam
Start learning how to a proper nerve exam such as a monofilament, tuning fork, two-point test, etc.
Monofilament Test
Know how to use a 10g Semmes Weinstein monofilament.
Tunning Fork
Know how to use a 128-Hz tuning fork for vibratory exam.
Two-point Discrimination Test
Know how to use a Boley gauge at two points in the foot.
Sharp and Dull Test
The sharp and dull test, or pinprick test, tests for the quality of sensation
Tinel Sign
Know how to use a 10g Semmes Weinstein monofilament.
Musculoskeletal Exam
Start learning how to do a proper muscular exam by performing range of motion, reflexes, check for equinus, etc.
Range of Motion
Check for the motion of the ankle, subtalar, and metatarsalphalangeal joints.
Reflex Exam
Check for nerve and muscular strength using a reflex hammer.
Silfverskiold Test
Check for decrease ankle joint range of motion.
Pratt Test
Squeeze the calf muscle for elicited pain of DVT.
Lockman’s Test
Test the integrity of the plantar plate on a metatarsalphalangeal joint.
Root Test
Test for hypermobility of the first ray.
Vascular Exam
Discover different ways to check for a pedal pulse to identify a healthy vascular system.
Doppler Exam
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Palpable Pulses
Feel for the vascular pressure of the DP and PT pulses.
Temperature Check
How is the current temperature of the skin? Hot? Cold?
Capillary Refill Test
Squeeze out the blood and see how fast it refills.
Digital Hair
Presence of hair shows a healthy vascular system is supplying the skin with nutrients to grow and heal.
Dermatologic Exam
Discover the several skin pathologies to recognize in the field of podiatric medicine.
Ulcers
Venous, Arterial, Neuropathic, and Decubitus ulcers
Plantar Wart
Believe it or not its actually a virus forming there.
Corns & Callus
The painful dry skin that form over your small joints.
Varicosities
Those pesky purple spider things on your legs.
Telangectasis
Another skin condition found in the extremities.
Chills Blains
Its really cold outside, why are my toes purple?
Lentigo Melanoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Nodular Melanoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Superficial Spreading Melanoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Acral Lentiginous Melanoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Squamos Cell Carcinoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Hear audible vascular sounds of the DP and PT pulses.
ABCDs of Melanoma
Are you sure you have a skin mole or is it worse!
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