A new analysis found that limiting sugar and refined carbohydrate consumption can have a significant impact in body weight reduction. The study asked both children and adults to limit their sugar intake, and they observed a small but significant reduction in body fat for adults who adhered to the guidelines. Researchers said the effects were […]
Serena Rolls Ankle, Competition
Serena Williams rolled her ankle in her first-round match of the Australian Open, then rolled over Edina Gallovits-Hall to advance 6-0, 6-0. Williams has suffered ankle injuries during her career, but Tuesday’s incident looked like it might send the five-time Australian Open champion home early. Williams held a 4-0 lead in the first set when […]
Orthopedic Surgeons vs. Podiatrists vs. Pedorthists: What’s the Difference?
Many people are confused about the difference between a podiatrist, a pedorthist, and an orthopedic surgeon. While the three professions have similarities, there are several distinct differences, outlined below. Orthopedic Surgeon Orthopedic surgeons deal with the musculoskeletal system (in other words, the muscles and bones in the body). This incorporates parts of the body other […]
Smartphone Technology Can Diagnose Injuries, Save Time
A study conducted in Jerusalem found that orthopedic consultants were able to successfully identify gross and subtle findings in radiology images through the use of their smartphone. TEREM Emergency Medical Centers operates five urgent care facilities and consults over 200,000 patients a year, including 10,000 fractures and 30,000 nonfracture injuries. The medical center has round-the-clock […]
Foot Gestures Can Determine Attraction, Personality Types
Body language is often representative of a person’s feelings, whether they are nervous, excited, or trying to pass a lie as the truth, but a study at the University of Manchester found that a person’s feet often give off secret messages about their feelings. Shoemaker Guy West paired up with Professor Geoffrey Beattie, Dean of […]
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