37-1: Lower Extremity Disorders

Letter from the Editor-in-Chief

In this first issue of Volume 37, our contributors provide a clinical emphasis on lower extremity disorders. Scientific literature indicates that hip, knee, and ankle/foot disorders account for a significant number of patient complaints within general clinical practice. For example, estimated incidence rates for knee complaints within the general population are 21.4 per 1000 person-years for women and 22.8 per 1000 person-years for men.

In her feature article, Jessica Morehouse, BS, MS, DO(c) provides a comprehensive review of lower extremity joint replacements including an anatomy review, surgical approaches, and post-operative rehabilitation. Dr. Stuart McIntosh’s audio lecture outlines the relationship between “dead butt” syndrome (or gluteal amnesia) and lower extremity disorders such hip and knee pain. In addition, Dr. Mark Pfefer highlights a common source of hip pain known as femoroacetabular impingement. In our Abstracts and Commentaries section, Dr. Brad Muir reviews the influence of the nervous system in the causation and management of lower extremity disorders. Finally, Dr. Brian Gleberzon, in part 4 of his “Unethical Practice Activities” Juris-Proofing series, considers the responsibility of high-volume and cash practices in chiropractic clinical care.

I trust that as the reader, you will find this issue of D.C. Tracts both informative and interesting, refining your clinical expertise and patient services.

Best Regards,
Bryan M. Bond, DC, MS, PhD