Podiatric MedicineInformation on chiropody in The Michener Institute's Learning Resource Centre (LRC) may be found in several sources. Relevant books, journals and multimedia materials can be identified through a search on our computerized catalogue. Journal articles may be identified by searching e-indexes such as CINAHL or PubMed, or our collections of e-journals. Relevant Internet sites are listed at the bottom of this page. |
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Subject Headings
To search by subject in the LRC Catalogue or PubMed, MeSH subject headings should be used for best results. The following list represents a sample of available headings; to obtain a complete list of relevant subject terms please use the MeSH browser in PubMed or consult with LRC staff.
| Achilles tendon | Foot deformities | Metatarsus |
| Ankle | Foot deformities, acquired | Nails |
| Ankle joint | Foot deformities, congenital | Nails, malformed |
| Athletic injuries | Foot dermatoses | Skin diseases |
| Biomechanics | Foot diseases | Sports medicine |
| Calcaneus | Foot rot | Tarsal bone |
| Clubfoot | Gait | Tarsal joint |
| Diabetes mellitus | Hallux valgus | Tinea pedis |
| Diabetic ulcer | Heel | Toe joint |
| Foot | Heel pain | Toes |
Resources
A database of journals to which the LRC subscribes is available at www.michener.ca/lrc/, click on Search by Journal Title (TDNet)
Relevant books/audiovisuals can be found in these call number ranges in the LRC:
| WE | Lower Extremity, Leg, Foot, Biomechanics |
| WR | Dermatology (nails) |
Relevant Web sites:
Foot & Ankle Link Library http://www.footandankle.com/podmed Formerly known as The Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Network, this web page contains links to websites for podiatry-related organizations, businesses, on-line journals
Podiatry Channel www.podiatrychannel.com An overview of numerous foot conditions with causes, signs & symptoms, and treatment.
Relevant Associations and Regulatory Colleges:
- American Podiatric Medical Association www.apma.org
- Canadian Podiatric Medical Association www.podiatrycanada.org
- College of Chiropodists of Ontario www.cocoo.on.ca
- Ontario Podiatric Medical Association www.opma.ca
- Ontario Society of Chiropodists www.ontariochiropodist.com
Can't find what you're looking for?
Please ask the Learning Resource Centre staff for assistance.
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