New research published by the American College of Surgeons suggests that being able to remain independent after surgery plays a big role in having better outcomes after surgery. It may sounds obvious, and maintaining independence and mobility is a huge part of an occupational therapist or physical therapist’s job, but it’s easier said than done. […]
Cartilage Implant Could Resolve Toe Arthritis Pain
A new biomedical polymer implant that mimics the characteristics of articular cartilage could help relieve pain from toe arthritis. According to medical experts, the Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant (SCI) is designed to help patients who are dealing with painful arthritis at the base of their big toe. Oftentimes the only treatment options are to cope […]
Footing The Bill For Diabetic Foot Disease
New research out of the Queensland University of Technology in Australia suggests that diabetic foot disease is costing Australians millions of dollars each year. To determine the total cost of diabetic foot disease and related conditions, researchers examined a sample of diabetic patients across five hospitals in Queensland. “Our study, which investigated a representative sample […]
Special Shoes Not Very Beneficial For Knee Arthritis Sufferers
Individuals with knee arthritis are always looking for ways to take pressure off their aching knees, so if they see footwear with claims that they “are designed to relieve pressure on the knee joint,” odds are they’ll be willing to give them a try. Unfortunately, new research out of Australia suggests that they may not […]
Obesity Increases Risk of Early Death
New research suggests that obesity significantly increases the likelihood of early death from diabetes and liver problems in men. Study authors suggest that obesity is the second most significant contributor to death in Europe and North America, second only to smoking. The study was conducted on a massive scale, comprising data from 189 studies involving […]
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