A concerning story out of Chicago revealed two hospital executives, three physicians and a podiatrist had been participating in an elaborate health insurance scheme to defraud patients and collect illegal kickbacks. According to the arrest report, the six medical professionals were arrested by federal agents for conspiring to give and receive illegal kickbacks by referring […]
Diagnosis and Treatment of Concussions in Sports
Although an ankle or foot injury can keep you on the sidelines for months, a brain injury can impact a person’s life years after they’ve stopped playing sports. There has been ample evidence that a concussion during the adolescent years can severely impact healthy brain development, so certain protocols should always be followed when participating […]
Exercise Improves Glycemic Control in Diabetics
A study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise found that patients with type 2 diabetes saw a substantial improvement in glycemic control when they added a single, moderate-intensity workout to their daily routine. Method In their study, researchers gathered 60 people afflicted with type 2 diabetes and monitored their glucose levels over […]
Flatfeet in Children
It is not uncommon for many children to have flat feet during the course of their development. Some children will naturally develop a foot arch as their body continues to grow, while others will live pain free if their feet remain flat. Oftentimes parents consult orthopedic specialists if they feel that their child’s feet aren’t […]
5 Do’s and Don’ts of Barefoot Running
Barefoot running is becoming increasingly popular these days. So we decided to take a closer look at barefoot running and outline some techniques to practice and avoid. Here are 5 do’s and don’ts of barefoot running. Do – Run on a clean, paved surface As long as you are using the proper gait (forefoot or […]
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