Healthcare
Protect Your Feet and Ankles from Winter Weather
Source: PR Newswire
The winter months bring snow, ice, and increased foot and ankle injuries, according to foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons. As we plan for the next couple months of winter weather, the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) offers guidance to protect your feet and ankles.
Causes and home remedies for toe cramps
Source: Medical News Today
The toes and feet bear the weight of the body every day. People may squeeze them into tight-fitting shoes or subject them to pressure while playing sports, making toe cramps a common complaint.
Total ankle arthroplasty offers patients greater range of motion and less pain
Source: Science Daily
New research reveals patients with end-stage ankle arthritis can expect enhanced quality of life within six months of surgical reconstruction.
Lawnmower injuries a persistent source of serious injury and high costs, new study affirms
Source: Science Daily
In what researchers call an unusually comprehensive analysis of nationwide data, they conclude that the rate of lawnmower injuries persists at close to 6,400 a year, most of them requiring surgery and hospitalization, and costing an average of $37,000 per patient.
Why are my feet swollen?
Source: Medical News Today
A person might experience swollen feet for a number of reasons. Some causes, such as minor injury, are apparent and easy to treat. Others, however, may be signs of a serious underlying health condition
Ankle Pain When Walking
Source: Healthline
Your ankle is a complex grouping of bones, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. It supports your weight while standing, walking, and running. It’s quite common for injuries or conditions to affect your ankle and this can cause pain while walking.
How does rheumatoid arthritis affect the ankles?
Source: Medical News Today
In this article, we take a close look at how RA affects the ankles, including the symptoms, and how people can relieve pain and swelling.
3 Ways Your Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon Treats Arthritis
Source: PR Newswire
Almost half of the population in their 60s and 70s has arthritis in their feet or ankles. In recognition of World Arthritis Day 2018 on October 12, the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society® (AOFAS) raises awareness for this painful condition and offers a guide to treatment options.
What should I do if my child is pigeon toed?
Source: Medical News Today
Seeing a child's toes point inward may cause concern for a parent. However, this common and painless condition, known as pigeon toe or pediatric intoeing, is common in children up to the age of 8 years.
Swelling, time to surgery did not affect wound complications after ankle fracture surgery
Source: Healio
BOSTON — Researchers found preoperative ankle swelling and time to surgery were not associated with a change in soft tissue outcomes after ankle fracture surgery. The study also revealed few postoperative wound complications.
