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Thomas Michaud's book : Foot Orthoses and Other Forms of Conservative Foot Care

Discussion in 'Podiatry and Related Books' started by Petcu Daniel, Jul 31, 2009.

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  1. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member


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    Hello,

    Could you help me with some thoughts about the book : "Foot Orthoses and Other Forms of Conservative Foot Care" by Thomas C. Michaud ? Which is its utility in these days ? Which aspects could be considered useful and which are out of date ?

    Thank you for your kindness !

    Daniel
     
  2. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member

    I found a review on amazon.com
    Quote:"This is simply the best source that anyone can find on the mechanics, diagnosis, and conservative treatment of the foot. If you are a chiropractor, podiatrist, pedrothist, orthopedist, etc., you MUST have this book on your shelf. The subject of Foot Orthoses is not a simple one, yet Dr. Michaud does an excellent job of explaining with clear diagrams and illustrations to follow. This book should be mandatory in all schools involved with the subject of foot mechanics and treatment"
    There are other opinions ?
    Thank you ,
    Daniel
     
  3. Griff

    Griff Moderator

    Last edited: Aug 5, 2009
  4. Two Shoes

    Two Shoes Member

    Ian,

    I agree with you about the Kirby books. They are excellent value and clinically relevant, but the other 2 books that you mentioned have been on the "to be published" list for more than 12 months.

    I have tried to contact the relevant authors and/or publishers of those 2 books via websites, emails and have, either, had no replies or seen publishing dates postponed.

    It is frustrating!

    To answer the original poster:
    I think Michaud is still worth a read, but as to which parts - then that is individual to the reader. For example, what I find interesting/relevant may be different to another reader.

    I would read widely and check the discussions on this site that are suggested as essential reading.

    Darren
     
  5. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member

    Thank you Ian,

    The question is : if the last two books [Athletic Footwear and Orthotics in Sports Medicine ,The Foot and Leg in Sport ] are focused on sport activities and foot orthoses for athletes , how can they help in the case of diabetic, rheumatoid arthritis patients or other foot conditions ?

    I have Mr. Kevin's 1st and 2nd Precision Intricast Newsletter books [hope to have and the 3rd !] and I found them very challenging ! I also have, Mr. Anthony's book "The manufacture and use of FFO". I like a lot Mr. Anthony's way to transpose in practical prescribing protocols the Root paradigm [even if they are written in a "purist manner"] .

    Daniel
     
  6. Griff

    Griff Moderator

    Hi Darren,

    I don't disagree with you regarding the frustration; I pre-ordered both these books almost a year ago myself (Bartold's will be worth the wait though!)

    I guess the publishing process is so extensive that books could almost be 'out-of-date' by the time they hit the shelves nowadays. My point was that if it were a book that Daniel wanted (which I assumed form his post) rather than regular visits here or into the various academic/podiatric journal literature then after Kevins books these 2 would potentially be as 'up to date' as possible.

    I certainly didn't mean to sound as if I was discouraging Daniel from reading Michaud's book (or any book for that matter). I guess we all just have to be careful not to believe everything we read from older textbooks (just look at two questions posted in recent new threads by a student as testimony to this)

    Ian
     
  7. Griff

    Griff Moderator

    Hi Daniel,

    My apologies, I falsely assumed it was a textbook on orthoses with regard to sports activity/musculoskeletal medicine that you were searching for (although lets not forget that people with the conditions you mention above play sport also of course).

    As far as I am aware these particular conditions are not mentioned in Athletic Footwear and orthotics in Sports Medicine - the list of contents shown here

    Not sure about Simon's book - maybe he could come on and tell us?

    If it is these sort of conditions you are most interested in then maybe a more specialist book within that field would be more in depth?

    Ian
     
  8. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member

    Quotes :

    Ian : “I guess we all just have to be careful not to believe everything we read from older textbooks”
    Darren : “For example, what I find interesting/relevant may be different to another reader.”

    I could say that “I find interesting/relevant” what I “believe” [depending on the base of my believes]. Please, let me to try to give an example : reading about the two axes midtarsal joint model from “Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower Extremities” I found some practical example about how this model is transposed in prescribing protocol in Mr. Anthony’s book. Of course, reading about midtarsal joint in Mr. Kevin’s book and Mr. Nester article’s, if I don’t have a rigid mind, I have to reconsider the practical examples from Mr. Anthony’s book. How can I do this if my understanding or my practice it is not enough in order to give a practical solution ? I think, only trying to understand other people’s work related to this subject ! So, this is the reason I’ve asked “Which aspects could be considered useful and which are out of date ? “

    Thank you,
    Daniel
     
  9. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member

    For sure they play sport, but probably with other velocities [for example] or only some kind of sports [depending on pathology, lifestyle...], which probably change the biomechanics and prescription protocol also !

    Daniel
     
  10. Kevinl

    Kevinl Member

    Michauds book is worth reading, Just keep in mind that he a chiropractor. His brother owns an orthotic manufacturing lab and played a big role in the book. I would also google other sources as well......Happy readings!
     
  11. Meganz

    Meganz Welcome New Poster

    Are chiros incapable of diagnosing foot problems?
     
  12. Kevinl

    Kevinl Member

    Not what I was trying to say at all, sorry.
     
  13. David Wedemeyer

    David Wedemeyer Well-Known Member

    I think possibly the point that Kevin was trying to get across is that chiropractor's tend to view orthotic treatment very differently than podiatrists and allied fields and are not known as 'experts' in that realm. My introduction to the world of orthotics was being provided a foam box to step in for a free 'spinal pelvic stabilizer' in clinic by one of the companies chiropractors overwhelmingly use.

    I read Dr. Michaud's book while studying for my pedorthic exam. I feel for the chiropractor, who has literally no training in orthoses out of college his book is a great service to his colleagues and practitioners who may not have had college level training in orthoses. He also does an excellent job of presenting casting, lab and material methods, production and manual treatment all in one text.

    Last I had heard he was updating the text and doing studies on casting. Be great if he popped in here...
     
  14. Meganz

    Meganz Welcome New Poster

    Thank you for the input. I can see where you and Kevin are coming from and while I agree chiropractors are not foot experts, we do get a fair amount of training in diagnosing foot/biomechanical disorders. I have great interest in becoming as knowledgeable about the foot, hence why I am here. I will definitely be looking into the other recommended resources.

    Thanks again,

    Megan
     
  15. David Wedemeyer

    David Wedemeyer Well-Known Member

    Megan good to have you on board. We get few DC's contributing here, apparently interest in biomechanics and foot orthoses is not as high in our profession as one would hope. Diagnosis is important; treatment is equally important I feel you agree by being here. I would like to see biomechanics courses in chiropractic college include orthotic training someday.

    Welcome and enjoy your journey,
     
  16. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    I just came across the reviews of my book and although it's nice to see it's still being used, I wouldn't recommend it as the information in it is really out of date (I wrote it in the late '80's-yikes). I'm about a month away from finishing a new book and with any luck it should be done by March of 2011. I've been working on it for over 3 years as it has over 550 new illustrations and about 1,000 new references. Unlike the last book, it's on gait analysis of the entire body, not just the foot and ankle. The first chapter is on the evolution of bipedality and it reviews anatomical changes in each of our hominid ancestors that made them more efficient. Another chapter on biomechanical exam looks at all the new 3-D research and goes over all the new measuring techniques and theories (including great ideas like Payne's work on the supination resistance device). I've added stuff for podiatrists that includes info on the DC technique for making an orthotic, as well as stuff for PT's and DC's regarding strengtheing exercises, strecthes and mob/manipulations. Now all I have to do is finish the last chapter and it's done. If anyone is intersted in receiving a notice when it's done, just send me an email.
    Thanks,
    Tom Michaud
     

  17. Hi Tom :welcome: to Podiatry Arena, I´m sure if you pop back with a thread/post when the book is finished people would appreciate it.

    Hopefully we might see you posting on a few threads also.
     
  18. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Thanks Mike, I'll let you know when it's done.
    Tom
     
  19. David Wedemeyer

    David Wedemeyer Well-Known Member

    Tom,

    I'd like to repeat Michael's sentiment:welcome: and please post a link when the book is finished. I for one would love to read it and look forward to it.

    I urge you to contribute when you have time, you have a great deal to offer here. I know that there are fellow DC's that lurk but do not post on PA Tom. I am hopeful that more will contribute and advance their knowledge of the subject.

    Best regards,
     
  20. Meganz

    Meganz Welcome New Poster

    Excellent!!! I'm looking forward to the new edition. Thanks so much for the heads up.

    Megan
     
  21. Ian Linane

    Ian Linane Well-Known Member

    Hi Tom
    I emailed you. I look forward to reading it.
     
  22. Petcu Daniel

    Petcu Daniel Well-Known Member

    First of all thank you for your reply and congratulations for your efforts to update your very often referenced book !
    In that period of three years it was printed 3 books focused on foot orthoses:
    -Michaud - Foot Orthoses and Other Forms of Conservative Foot Care, 1993
    -R. Anthony - The Manufacture and Use of the Functional Foot Orthosis , 1991
    -Kent Wu: Foot Orthoses: Principles and Clinical Applications, 1990

    In my mind some of the representative foot functioning paradigms have generated their books focused on foot orthoses :
    STJ Neutral - Mr. Anthony book, Rotational Equilibrium - Mr. Kirby's books, Preferred motion pathway - Mr Nigg's books.
    I would like to ask you if yours new book could be linked with one of the known foot paradigms ?

    Thank you
    Daniel
     
  23. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Hi Daniel,
    Thanks for your interest and the chapter outlining abnormal motion is based on everything from altered motion from proprioceptive deficits to movement patterns secondary to weakness and tightness. It really looks at the entire structure, not just the foot/ankle. Because I review outcomes associated with three dimensional imaging, the information is a blend of different theories. The biomechancal exam section looks at measurements that actually predict motion so none of the Root measurements are included. I even omitted forefoot varus and valgus as causes for abnormal motion as the interrater relaiblity is low and they have never been correlated with altered motion.
    I hope this answers your question.
    Tom
     
  24. Griff

    Griff Moderator

    Hi Tom

    I'd certainly appreciate a heads up once your new book is available.

    All the best

    Ian
     
  25. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Hi Ian,
    I'll be sending out an ad when it's done so anyone who wants advanced notice should just email me an address and you'll get something in the mail as soon as it's done.
    Thanks,
    Tom
     
  26. Price?
     
  27. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    About 90 USD and less if I convert it to an e-book.
     
  28. footfan

    footfan Active Member

    Hi Tom,

    "I wouldn't recommend it as the information in it is really out of date (I wrote it in the late '80's-yikes)". The edition you sent me a few months ago said you reviewed the material in 1996. Is this correct? I like the focus of your new book.

    Jon
     
  29. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Hi Jon,
    I updated it in '96 to include all of McPoil's info on midstance period subtalar function but a lot has changed since then. The new book also covers the entire body, not just the foot/ankle. I'll let you know when it's done.
    Tom
     
  30. carolethecatlover

    carolethecatlover Active Member

    Michaud;s is required reading at the Universit of Newcastle (80Aussies) Very clear, very detailed. On my bedside table now.
    E book would be great, carry it around in my USB.
    I would love a few USB books.
    Carole
     
  31. Tim Greenwood

    Tim Greenwood Member

    I would love to get an update on the release date for Tom's new book, a March release date would be just in time for my birthday wish list :)
     
  32. JD

    JD Member

    Hi, Tom. Is your new book (Foot Orthoses and Other Forms of Conservative Foot Care) out yet? Please let me know too. I'm interested in purchasing two, possibly three copies. Will await your reply. Thanks.

    JD
     
  33. carolethecatlover

    carolethecatlover Active Member

    I will need a new copy, too! Sob, mine was stolen.... I posted all my texts and a lot of clinic clothes back to myself from Melbourne, and they have not arrived. Persumed stolen. Sob!
    Thank goodness I kept my tools with me.
     
  34. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Thanks JD. I'm finishing up the final illustrations and the index so with any luck I'll have it back from the printer by May. I'll let you know when it's done.
    Thanks,
    Tom
     
  35. Nilsen

    Nilsen Active Member

    ooh i would love this as an Ebook on my brand new Kindle!
     
  36. Regan O'Sullivan

    Regan O'Sullivan Welcome New Poster

    Hi Tom,
    Just wondering if there were any updates on the progress of your book? I was just about to buy the old one but will hold out for your new edition.
    All the best,
    Regan
     
  37. OneFoot

    OneFoot Active Member

    wow... a new version

    Sadly I still use the text a fair bit
     
  38. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    Hi Regan,
    I just finished it this week and now all I have to do is finish the index. Should be in print within 4-6 weeks.
    Thanks,
    Tom
     
  39. tommichaud

    tommichaud Member

    I've finally finished the new version of Foot Orthoses and Other Forms of Conservative Care and it's available at www.newtonbiomechanics.com or www.humanlocomotion.org. About half the book is posted at the site so you can better evaluate the content. The new title is Human Locomtion: The Conservative Management of Gait-Related Disorders.
    Thanks,
    Tom Michaud
     
  40. Congratulations, I had a quick skim. Is $100 price tag US dollars? Could you tell me what is reference 27 in chapter 6, please?
     
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