Recent research suggests that patient adherence to post-operative instructions from their doctor may be the best way to reduce complications after surgery. The study was conducted by researchers at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. They found that patients who did not follow their doctor’s post-op instructions were 3.66 times as likely to experience delayed […]
The Pros & Cons of Minimally Invasive Achilles Tendon Surgery
Achilles tendon injuries are common among athletes who put a lot of stress on their legs and feet, and there are different ways to treat an Achilles injury once it occurs. In certain circumstances, doctors can perform a minimally invasive surgery that gives the patient a faster recovery time, but the procedure also has some […]
A Special Thanks for Making OHTYS 2012 Great!
Last night, the annual Our Hearts to Your Soles event took place in south Minneapolis. This is the eighth year we’ve participated in this amazing event, and I have to say it gets bigger and better every year. Thanks to everyone who helped make “Our Hearts to Your Soles” 2012 a huge success! A special […]
Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that results from overuse of the Plantar Fascia – the strong band of tissue that connects your heel to your toes and helps support the arch. Causes Plantar fasciitis begins with a tiny tear in this tissue from too much activity, too much pressure, or from an acute strain. The […]
Joint Injuries in Athletes
Guest blog by Elizabeth Carrollton, a medical writer for Drugwatch.com Joint injuries are a very common problem in athletes, especially in weight-bearing joints. Sprains and strains are common in knees and ankles, while hips are more prone to overuse injuries, like bursitis and tendinitis, as well as muscle strain and stress fractures. All of these […]
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