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Elbow fractures: Surgery or not?
Elbow fractures: Surgery or not?
Source: Orthopedics This WeekA new study, indeed, a critical analysis review, looked at a particular type of elbow fracture, the olecranon fractures, which typically are complicated by the fact they may involve multiple fragments and create ulnohumeral instability, and asked the question, should these patients be treated surgically or not?
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis to Flare Up?
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis to Flare Up?
Source: Verywell HealthPlantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel and foot pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, becomes inflamed. Certain factors can cause plantar fasciitis to flare up, including lots of physical activity, wearing shoes without proper support, or rapid weight gain.
Isometric Shoulder Exercises
Isometric Shoulder Exercises
Source: Verywell HealthIsometric exercise is a type of exercise in which you contract certain muscles without any other movement. A physical therapist may prescribe isometric shoulder exercises if you have pain or need to regain normal shoulder range of motion, strength, and/or mobility.
Both high- and low-dose exercise therapy found to be beneficial for knee osteoarthritis
Both high- and low-dose exercise therapy found to be beneficial for knee osteoarthritis
Source: Medical XpressResearchers from Karolinska Institutet have compared high dose exercise therapy versus low dose in patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis. The study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine show that both groups had similar results. However, high dose exercise therapy provided superior outcomes related to function in sports and recreation in the short term, with results subsiding after six months.
What Is Hip Dysplasia?
What Is Hip Dysplasia?
Source: Verywell HealthHip dysplasia is a condition that occurs when the hip socket (acetabulum) is too shallow to fully support the ball of the hip joint, called the femoral head. This typically affects a developing fetus, a condition called congenital hip dysplasia or developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). However, symptoms can appear during adolescence or even in adulthood.
Arthrex receives FDA clearance for pediatric indication of ACL implant
Arthrex receives FDA clearance for pediatric indication of ACL implant
Source: HealioArthrex Inc. has announced FDA clearance of its TightRope implant for use in pediatric patients with ACL injuries, according to a company press release.
How women can reduce the risk of hip fracture
How women can reduce the risk of hip fracture
Source: Science DailyIncreasing intake of protein and drinking regular cups of tea or coffee is a way women could reduce their risk of suffering a hip fracture, according to new research. Food scientists have found that for women, a 25g a day increase in protein was associated with, on average, a 14% reduction in their risk of hip fracture. In a surprise twist, they also discovered that every additional cup of tea or coffee they drank was linked with a 4% reduction in risk.
How Often Should You Work Out?
How Often Should You Work Out?
Source: healthessentialsRegular exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle. But you might be wondering how much you should work out in a given week to get the most benefits.
8 Signs Of Mallet Finger
8 Signs Of Mallet Finger
Source: Handcare (ASSH)A mallet finger, sometimes called “baseball finger” because it can be common in baseball players, is a deformity of the finger typically caused by injury. You may have a mallet finger if you’ve recently jammed, cut, or broken your fingertip. Most likely, a hard object like a ball struck the tip of your finger or your finger was bent forcefully when lifting a heavy object or performing a daily task.
Jones Fracture of the Foot: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Jones Fracture of the Foot: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Source: Verywell HealthJones fractures are caused by sudden force on the outside of the foot when twisted, usually with the heel off the ground. This can occur from overuse, playing sports, dancing, or a slip-and-fall accident.
