The implementation of dilute betadine lavage before wound closure in total joint replacement operations reduced post-op infection rates from 0.97% to 0.15%, according to a 2011 study of more than 2,000 surgeries. Nicholas Michael Brown, MD, discussed his team’s results at the 2011 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Brown said although […]
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 […]
Our Hearts to Your Soles 2012
Next Tuesday, November 20th (a week from today), Silverman Ankle & Foot will be participating in “Our Hearts to Your Soles” – an annual philanthropic event where we provide shoes, socks, and care to local homeless people. This event is held in tandem with “Soles4Soles” – a national non-profit organization that distributes footwear to the […]
Lack of Sleep May Lead to More Sports-Related Injuries
Young athletes who don’t get at least eight hours of sleep at night may be at a higher risk for sports injuries than well-rested athletes, researchers found. A study conducted at a private school in California determined that student athletes who slept less than eight hours a night were more likely to suffer an injury […]
Tips for Preventing Trampoline Injuries
In a recent statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued a warning about the dangers of recreational trampoline use. Trampoline injuries have been slightly declining over the past several years. In 2008, 32 out of 100,000 children were injured on trampolines, compared to 38 out of 100,000 in 2004. Despite this, there is still […]