Surgical procedures to correct Achilles tendon ruptures resulted in a significant reduction in the likelihood of re-rupture compared to non-operative treatment, according to a study conducted by researchers at The State University of New York at Buffalo. For their study, researchers analyzed multiple databases to discover how many patients suffered a re-rupture of their Achilles […]
Showering After Surgery Not Linked to Increased Infection Rates
Although it may sound obvious, a new study found that showering or bathing after ankle surgery but before having your sutures removed has not been linked to an increased likelihood of developing a foot infection. The study was conducted to determine if a patient was at a greater risk to develop an infection if they […]
Performer Breaks Leg During America’s Got Talent Routine
A member of the Chicago Boyz broke his tibia in three places Tuesday when he landed awkwardly during an acrobatic performance on America’s Got Talent. The injury occurred near the end of the group’s routine, which featured an energetic ensemble of rope and people jumping. As you can see in the video below, a few […]
Five Leg Injuries to Monitor as the NFL Season Approaches
Ankle and leg injuries are some of the most common injuries in sports, meaning it’s no surprise that we’ve assessed and diagnosed countless sports injuries right here on our blog. Football is a big sport for lower body injuries, as players are continually getting tackled at awkward angles. Now that training camp is underway, we […]
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Wearing Sandals
Flip flops aren’t ideal year round but they often make an extended appearance during the hot summer months. Sandals can be great if you want to let your foot breath, but they offer less support and protection than regular tennis shoes. Below, we discuss some of the benefits and dangers of wearing sandals. Benefits We’ll […]
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