Seoul, South Korea

Dr. Barrett recently lectured at the April, 2011 International Stem Cell Conference in Seoul on the topic of the use of autologous blood stem cells in the treatment of Plantar Fasciosis (Fasciitis).  He also performed live cases in Korea to teach their surgeons this technique. More than 550 plastic and orthopedic surgeons attended the conference.

 

Dr. Barrett on Meet the Masters

Dr. Barrett was featured on Meet the Masters.

Long Term Results of Morton's Excision

A study by Womack, Richardson, Murphy, et. Al, from the University of Tennessee, published in Foot and Ankle Int., June, 2008 found that only 51% of 120 patients who had a Morton's entrapment (Neuroma) excised had a good or excellent result.  10% reported a fair result, and 40% had a bad result.  These authors are from the department of orthopedic surgery at the Campbell clinic--a very prestigious clinic.  

These findings confirm our clinical experience that removal or excision of the entrapped nerve is NOT a good surgical procedure.  This condition is caused by a pinched nerve, and decompression (removing the compression) has a much better success rate (90%) with almost minimal complications.  Refer to the EDIN procedure.