Depending on the type of work done, your doctor might recommend that you stay immobilized for a few days following surgery. Kicking back on the couch and channel surfing may be fun for a while, but we compiled a list of activities to keep you and your loved ones entertained following an operation. Activities for […]
Percy Harvin Battling Through Ligament Tear
Percy Harvin has been sidelined with an ankle injury for four weeks, but he’s recovering from a more severe injury than initially thought. Harvin suffered a Grade 3 sprain of his left ankle against the Seahawks on November 4, according to a team source. A Grade 3 sprain is associated with a complete ligament tear, and […]
5 Tips for Staying Safe on Crutches in the Ice and Snow
Guest Blog by Tom Schwab, founder of GoodbyeCrutches. Follow Tom on twitter at @TMSchwab. Who ever came up with the sarcastic phrase “Funny as a crutch” surely had the challenge of using crutches in the winter on snow and ice. While staying non weight bearing after an injury or surgery is always challenging, winter conditions […]
Accessory Navicular Removal Surgical Process
An accessory navicular is defined as an extra bone in the foot, and oftentimes it causes moderate to severe discomfort. Depending on the severity, your doctor may recommend a non-surgical treatment to alleviate the pain, or surgery if treatment doesn’t decrease symptoms. Here is an explanation of the surgical process for Accessory Navicular Removal. Pre-surgical Care […]
Following your Dr.’s Post-Op Instructions is Essential to Successful Recovery
Recent research suggests that patient adherence to post-operative instructions from their doctor may be the best way to reduce complications after surgery. The study was conducted by researchers at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. They found that patients who did not follow their doctor’s post-op instructions were 3.66 times as likely to experience delayed […]
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