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Rotator cuff repair with biceps tenodesis did not impact speed of recovery after surgery
Rotator cuff repair with biceps tenodesis did not impact speed of recovery after surgery
Source: HealioOutcomes and the speed of recovery were similar between patients who underwent rotator cuff repair with bicep tenodesis and patients who underwent only rotator cuff repair, according to a presentation at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting.
What to know about MCL tears
What to know about MCL tears
Source: Medical News Today.comA tear to the medial collateral ligament in the knee can cause pain, swelling, and a lack of stability in the knee. Treatment is usually with ice, a knee brace, and physical therapy. Surgery may be necessary in rare cases.
Pooch Peril: More Elderly Are Fracturing Bones While Dog Walking
Pooch Peril: More Elderly Are Fracturing Bones While Dog Walking
Source: Health DayWalking the dog can be great exercise for seniors, but there could be one downside: bone fractures
Get in shape for tennis and other racquet sports
Get in shape for tennis and other racquet sports
Source: Medical XpressBy practicing a pregame plan for these strenuous workouts, you'll be less likely to experience injuries that could leave you sidelined.
Physical Therapy Can Keep Sports Injuries at Bay
Physical Therapy Can Keep Sports Injuries at Bay
Source: Health DayPhysical therapy helps people recover from sports injuries, but it also can help prevent them, an expert says.
Play It Safe With Winter Sports
Play It Safe With Winter Sports
Source: Health DaySkiing, snowboarding, skating and sledding are great ways to have winter fun, but be sure to take steps to reduce your risk of injuries, experts say.
What Causes Tendon Inflammation?
What Causes Tendon Inflammation?
Source: HealthlineTendons are thick cords that join your muscles to your bones. When tendons become irritated or inflamed, the condition is called tendinitis. Tendinitis causes acute pain and tenderness, making it difficult to move the affected joint.
Finding the Right Athletic Shoe
Finding the Right Athletic Shoe
Source: Health DayWhile it will do some damage to your bank account, you need a sport-specific pair of shoes for any activity you do more than three times a week. Otherwise you risk injury and may hamper your performance.
Strengthen your deltoids to help prevent shoulder injuries
Strengthen your deltoids to help prevent shoulder injuries
Source: Medical XpressWhen it comes to training, the anterior, or front, deltoid muscle gets almost all the attention, while the medial and posterior deltoids get the cold shoulder.
New Medical Device May Eliminate Need for Some Knee Replacement Surgery
New Medical Device May Eliminate Need for Some Knee Replacement Surgery
Source: HealthlineSurgeons say the Calypso device can help relieve pain for people with osteoarthritis in their inner knee region.
