A Rare Case of Bilateral Xanthomatosis of the Achilles Tendon
Xanthomatosis is an atypical pseudotumor of connective tissue characterized by the accumulation of lipid-laden histiocytes, often manifesting as encapsulated yellowish masses. It is commonly associated with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH). This case report aims to...
Does Kinesio Tape Negatively Affect Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis
Radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (r-ESWT) is accepted as one of the most effective treatment modalities for plantar fasciitis (PF). Also, kinesio taping (KT) application is effective for the treatment of PF. However, there is not enough evidence about the...
HIIT Appears to Temper Metabolic Syndrome in 8-year Study
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a set of 5 cardiometabolic risk factors including obesity and Type 2 diabetes, that typically worsen with age. One exercise-training program is effective at improving those factors in middle-aged individuals with MetS. This study...