E-scooter injuries rack up big medical bills
Electric scooters might seem a fun way to zip about, but they're also a pricey hazard to riders' health, a new study argues.
Jan 19, 2024
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Musculoskeletal Diseases: News and Research on Joint Dislocations
MeSH tree: C05.550.518
No benefit of physiotherapy over general advice after dislocated shoulder: Clinical trial
Routinely referring patients to a tailored program of physiotherapy after a dislocated shoulder is no better than a single session of advice, supporting materials and the option to self-refer to physiotherapy, finds a clinical ...
Jan 17, 2024
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What happens when a kneecap dislocates
Knee dislocation can be caused by a sudden blow, such as taking a hard hit playing a contact sport like football or hockey, or by a chronic condition, such as a stretched ligament. Some people have a particular knee anatomy ...
Nov 29, 2023
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Q&A: 'Sports specialization' in young athletes can do more harm than good
"Sports specialization" is a topic that's come to the forefront in recent years, meaning athletes that are playing one particular sport, especially year-round. This is at the exclusion of other activities that they would ...
Oct 3, 2023
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Joint replacement surgery and arthritis are not inevitable, expert says
Don't worry about your hips or knees as you age. Arthritis in those joints isn't inevitable. Keep doing the activities you enjoy. Those hopeful words come from Rafael Sierra, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic specializing ...
Oct 2, 2023
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Joint replacement surgery, arthritis are not inevitable
Don't worry about your hips or knees as you age. Arthritis in those joints isn't inevitable. Keep doing the activities you enjoy. Those hopeful words come from Rafael Sierra, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon at Mayo Clinic specializing ...
Sep 27, 2023
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Study reveals winning combination for sports-related shoulder injuries
Starting a robust exercise program sooner after surgery could prevent patients with dislocated shoulders from sustaining a repeat injury and help them return to sport faster.
Aug 30, 2023
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What are dead hangs? What are the shoulder pain risks, and how do I do them safely?
You might have seen media articles or fitness influencers online urging people to do "dead hangs," where one hangs loosely from a bar—usually with feet off the floor. The goal is usually to improve upper-body strength and ...
Apr 21, 2023
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Q and A: Avoiding shoulder injuries while shoveling snow
Last winter, I slipped and fell shoveling snow. I have arthritis in one of my shoulders. I'm concerned about having another injury. How common are shoulder injuries during the winter due to shoveling snow and other activities? ...
Feb 24, 2023
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Baby sling safety is under the spotlight: A five-point checklist can keep infants safe
Carrying babies in a soft fabric sling or carrier close to their parent or caregiver has been practiced throughout the world for centuries. However, the recent inquest into the death of a three-week old baby boy in New South ...
Sep 27, 2022
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