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Soccer Superstar David Beckham Scores Podiatry Award for Showing Kids How to Think on Their Feet and Stay Active

Golden Foot Award Presented at Foot Doctors’ Annual Meeting in Hawaii

Bethesda, Md.—Some consider him a winner on the field, as well as off. When David Beckham is not playing soccer, he spends a large portion of his down time winning over the hearts of children.  As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and philanthropist to numerous children’s organizations, Beckham’s good deeds are not going unnoticed. On July 24, 2008, the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) will honor the soccer ace with the Golden Foot Award at the American Podiatric Medical Association’s 96th Annual Meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii.  The award is presented to individuals such as Beckham who have demonstrated an appreciation of podiatric sports medicine and made significant effort to promote physical fitness to the public.

"As the face of soccer nationally and internationally, he has used his celebrity and popularity to raise awareness all over the world about the importance of physical activity in the lives of children," said Dr. Timothy Dutra, AAPSM immediate past president.

AAPSM has bestowed this prestigious honor upon many inspiring, sports-minded legends from former Chicago Bear running back Walter Peyton to U.S. astronaut F. Story Musgrave. Due to Beckham's busy schedule, he will not be able to attend the award presentation; however, he has delivered an acceptance speech via videotape to be broadcast during the ceremony.

Since signing with the LA Galaxy in 2007, the 33-year-old, star midfielder has ignited even more interest in soccer in the United States among fans of all ages.  In addition, Beckham runs the David Beckham Academy, a soccer school for children, located in London and at The Home Depot Center in Los Angeles.  

To listen to David Beckham’s remarks as a recipient of the 2008 Golden Foot Award, visit www.apma.org and www.aapsm.org.

Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association is the nation's leading professional society for foot and ankle specialists. The association has component societies in 53 locations in the U.S. and its territories and a membership of close to 11,500 doctors of podiatric medicine. For free foot health information, visit www.apma.org.

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Golf Sports Medicine Organization Membership
Open To Medical Professionals

Casual To Committed Golfers Should Be Treated Like Touring Pros

It Takes More Than Talent, Hard Work, and Commitment to Play Like a Pro. Cutting Edge Medical Care from Sports Medicine Professionals Often Makes the Difference.

The cutting edge training and rehabilitation benefits of sports medicine have helped touring professionals realize their athletic potential. But, for most of the 25 million casual, involved and committed golfers, that valuable information and cutting edge care has simply not been available.

For most golfers, changes in the game have been limited to advancements in equipment. Missing has been the knowledge of human physiology, physical conditioning, mental fitness, nutrition and advanced medical care than allows for the rapid return to the game. Now, that is about to change.

The Golf Sports Medicine Organization (GSMO) has been organized to combine the art and science of sports medicine with the skill and knowledge of the golf industry for the good of the golfer, for the love of the game.

Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon and GSMO President, Dr. Richard Emerson believes that all golfers, regardless of ability, should have access to the same benefits provided by sports medicine to the pros. “When golfers are mentally, physically, and medically prepared to play; receive proper instruction, and play with properly fitted equipment, the health benefits and enjoyment of the game will be achieved.”

Former LPGA President, Kerry Graham, GSMO Secretary/Treasurer, announced that GSMO membership is now open to all medical and golf industry professionals as well as golfers who want to learn how they can benefit from sports medicine. “Through the cooperation of the sports medicine profession and the golf industry, all who love golf can gain more enjoyment out of their game. We invite you to become part of the changing world of golf.”

For more information about Golf Sports Medicine or to schedule an interview, contact Thomas Miller, GSMO Executive Vice President, at 800-805-9394 or visit our website at www.golfsportsmedicine.com.

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Photos of Past AAPSM Events

AAPSM President Elect Bruce Williams, DPM (l) along with AAPSM Vice President David Davidson, DPM (r) stop by the Superfeet booth at SAM to thank Superfeet for their Iron Man Level sponsorship of the Academy.	AAPSM Executive Director Rita Yates thanks Abe Lavi from Vilex for their Iron Man Level Sponsorship of the Academy.
AAPSM Vice President David Davidson, DPM (l) along with President Elect Bruce Williams, DPM (r) stop by the Tekscan booth at the recent SAM meeting. Tekscan is a current Marathon Level sponsor of the AAPSM.	David Davidson, DPM (l) and Bruce Williams, DPM (r) thank Darco International for their Sprint Level sponsorship of the Academy at the SAM meeting in Orlando.
Bruce Williams, DPM and David Davidson, DPM stop by the SOLO Laboratories booth at SAM to thank them for their Sprint Level sponsorship of the Academy.	AAPSM Vice President David Davidson, DPM (l) appears with AAPSM Fellow Gerald Cosentino, DPM and AAPSM President Matt Werd, DPM and AAPSM President Elect Bruce Williams, DPM (r) after Dr. Cosentino's outstanding lecture during the AAPSM sports medicine track at the 2008 SAM meeting in Orlando.
Current AAPSM President Matt Werd, DPM (l) along with AAPSM Secretary Treasurer Karen Langone and AAPSM Director Jamie Yakel, DPM pose with Robert Duggan, DPM (r) after his informative lecture during the AAPSM track at the 2008 SAM meeting in Orlando.	Matt Werd, DPM demonstrates taping technique during the AAPSM workshop held at the 2008 SAM meeting in Orlando.

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AAPSM Proposed Bylaws Available Online

The PROPOSED AAPSM Bylaws are now available for downloading and review. They will be voted on by our members at the AAPSM Annual Meeting in July 2008. Take this advance opportunity to review them online.

Click here to access the proposed AAPSM Bylaws.

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AAPSM Receives Humanitarian Award

The AAPSM, along with the Federation of International Podiatrists (FIP), was honored during the American Podiatric Medical Association's (APMA) House of Delegates meeting on 26 March 2006 for their work in creating the Fit Feet program of Special Olympics, Int. The APMA's Humanitarian Award is bestowed to an organization that has a long-lasting, meaningful effect on the public and a definable positive impact on podiatric medicine. APMA President, Harold B. Glickman, DPM presented the award.

Paul Shenton, president of FIP. Steven Pribut, DPM, president, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) and Harold B. Glickman, DPM, president of APMA. [Photo by David Zych, APMA]

Receiving the award for the AAPSM was Stephen Pribut, DPM, President of the AAPSM and Paul Shenton, President of FIP.

Fit Feet was developed by Special Olympics, International with the assistance of AAPSM and FIP to screen and assist olympics athletes who often suffer from foot and ankle pain and deformities. In 2005, over 40 Fit Feet screening events were held. The "Fit Feet" program benefits Special athletes by providing screenings and an educational evaluation of their feet, ankle, legs, gait, as well as their shoes and socks.

If you are interested in participating in the Special Olympics, Inc. "Fit Feet" program, please contact Dr. Patrick Nunan at 513-779-9673 or by e-mail at PJNDPMRUN@aol.com. You can also contact our executive director Rita Yates at 1-888-854-FEET.

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AAPSM Sports Medicine Article Series

A well received series of articles on a variety of podiatric sports medicine topics are currently being published in Podiatry Management magazine. Podiatry Management Magazine has graciously given permission to publish select articles. Recent articles include Basketball Injuries, Running Injuries, Skating Biomechanics and Injuries, Skiing, Hiking, and Golfing Injuries. Look for the upcoming special issue of Podiatry Management on Shoes. There you will find an informative article entitled "Advances in Athletic Footwear".

The American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine serves to advance the understanding, prevention and management of lower extremity sports and fitness injuries. It’s membership is podiatric sports medicine physicians. One of the goals is to enable the individuals to optimize their enjoyment and safe participation in sports and fitness activities. Important components of this mission include professional education, scientific research, public awareness and membership support.

The American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine was founded in San Francisco in 1970 by a group of podiatric sports physicians who had the insight to realize the need for a podiatric sports medicine association devoted to the treatment of athletic injuries. The AAPSM is the second largest affiliate organization of the American Podiatric Medical Association.

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