Limping
Many different health conditions can cause limping (antalgic gait) when you walk. This can include acute injuries as well as gradually progressing medical concerns. Paying closer attention to when the limping occurs and any symptoms that accompany it can help you determine its origins.
Surgical fixation for pickleball-related Achilles ruptures may improve quality of life
Patients who sustained Achilles tendon ruptures while playing pickleball benefit from surgical fixation, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting.
Early Weightbearing Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Unstable Ankle Fractures in a Geriatric Population: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Ankle fracture incidence is increasing in the elderly. There is a growing trend toward early weightbearing. We investigated the effects of early weightbearing after ankle open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) in the geriatric population.
What You Should Know About the Forefoot
You may be surprised to learn that your forefoot carries and balances nearly half of the body's total weight, and is designed to handle significant force and wear-and-tear.
Tips for healing a sprained ankle fast
Sprained ankles can be very painful, and severe sprains can require months of recovery. However, a person can take several steps at home to help speed their healing and reduce the risk of re-injury.
