Each week, authors at MedPage Today ask a handful of doctors about a health topic in a column called Friday Feedback. Last Friday they discussed the changing sentiment of the phrase “patient responsibility.” You can check out what the doctors had to say before diving into Dr. Silverman’s take below. Old Phrase Not long ago […]
Calcaneus Fractures: The Problem With Avoiding Surgery
A reader recently sent me the following question when discussing calcaneus fractures and treatment. “Dr. Silverman, I had calcaneus fracture 5 months ago and my heel is somewhat deformed. In your opinion, how long should I wait to do the reconstruction operation or arthrodesis?” With so much pressure exerted on our heels on a daily basis, […]
Preventing Blisters While Running: Does Taping Work?
Runners and marathoners are always looking for ways to keep their feet in pristine shape, and blisters are often one of the more common issues that develop in regular runners. Some try to mitigate their risk of blisters by taping certain areas of their foot, but is that technique effective? According to an interesting study […]
Overuse Arm Injuries In Youth Baseball Players
An in-depth study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that many youth baseball players are being encouraged to play through arm discomfort. Lead author Christopher S. Ahmad, MD, said the increase in youth baseball injuries is likely tied to overuse while the body is still developing. “Both nationally and internationally, we’re witnessing […]
Fear of Judgement Keeping Women From Regular Exercise
A new study out of England uncovered that some women don’t exercise as regularly as they would like out of fear of being judged by others. Going to the gym can sometimes be an intimidating experience, especially for beginners. Developing a workout routine can be difficult for adults in all walks of life, but researchers […]
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