Lower Extremity Review
Countries around the world are now rushing to vaccinate their populations against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. In the U.S., more than half of adults are now fully vaccinated. But new infections still occur daily. Better treatments are needed to reduce hospitalizations and deaths, and to help prevent spread of the virus.
In a study out of Japan, 54 female college basketball athletes filled out the Oslo Sports Trauma Research Centre questionnaire detailing all “physical complaints” for 135 days. The average daily prevalence for any problem was 44%, with substantial problems accounting for 16%.
Falls and fall-related injuries are major threats not only for older adults but also for younger age groups such as working-age adults. It has been shown that it is possible to reduce the risk of falls and fall-related injuries, to some extent. However, interventions that aim to reduce both the risk of falls and mitigate fall-related injuries through teaching safe falling techniques are still sparsely investigated.
Practice is important for learning something new. Repeating an action over and over increases the likelihood of mastering it. But recent research shows that taking short breaks may be just as critical. A 2019 study found that short, frequent breaks were key to improving performance on a new task. These short rest periods strengthen memories of the new skill just practiced.
There is no question that walking is generally a good form of exercise. However, it is not always appropriate during all phases of pregnancy, nor does it adequately prepare a woman for delivery or the fourth ‘Tornado’ Trimester. Long gone are the days of no lifting and putting your feet up during pregnancy. Pregnancy is the time to ‘train’ for a postnatal marathon that will last several years in a sleep-deprived state.
By Tracie Smith-Beyak
By Monica R. Maly, PT, PhIn a recent study in The Lancet, Cui et al estimated there are ~654 million people age 40 and older around the world who have knee osteoarthritis and an additional ~87 million individuals age 20 and older who have already been diagnosed.
By Monica R. Maly, PT, PhD
Sleep – that magical state where our bodies recuperate, our minds rejuvenate, and we are free of the everyday stresses of the world – is a necessary physiological process that all humans require.
By Jeremy R. Hawkins, PhD, LAT, ATC; Michael Reeder, DO; and Alli Powell, DAT, LAT, ATC
In the first article of this series, I provided a general overview of the concepts of recovery and regeneration as well as terminological and methodological differences. I called it a necessary consequence of the stresses relating to training and performance. Since then, recovery has come out of the shadows.
By Antonio Robustelli, MSc, CSCS
Many foot and ankle specialists focus on the musculoskeletal conditions of patients. Skin and nail conditions of the feet, however, are some of the most common complaints that patients have. This 3-part series describes the most common conditions patients present with to my office and provides some effective treatment options.
By Paul J. Betschart, DPM
Ottobock, Duderstadt, Germany, has appointed Marc C. Lundeberg as the new CEO and regional president of the company’s North America operation, headquartered in Austin, TX. He succeeds Brad Ruhl, who will remain on as non-executive chairman until he transitions to retirement after a more than 30-year tenure with…
Bioness, Valencia, CA, has been acquired by Bioventus, Durham, NC, a global company with a focus on clinically effective, cost-efficient, minimally invasive medical treatments that engage and enhance the body’s natural healing processes. The acquisition cost was for $45 million in up-front consideration, with up to…
Caresole’s Circa Knee Compression Sleeve is professionally crafted and designed to relieve knee pain and prevent knee injuries. Made from a soft neoprene material, the sleeve keeps knees warm, helping to lubricate joints and prevent injuries. The contoured fit allows for maximum comfort, non-slip silicone strips and…
The CITRESPLINE™ and CITRELOCK™ Ligament Reconstruction Devices from Acuitive Technologies are intended to firmly engage tendons and ligaments within a bone tunnel while preserving the integrity of the soft tissue during insertion of the device. These products are intended to be used during orthopedic surgeries for…
DJO, a subsidiary of Colfax Corporation and a global provider of medical technologies to get and keep people moving, announced that it has completed the acquisition of MedShape, a privately held orthopedic medical device company founded in 2005.
The Ascend smart knee orthosis is designed to help relieve knee pain and support functional improvements, dramatically improving mobility for patients. State-of-the-art embedded sensor technology intuitively senses and supports everyday movements, such as ascending and descending steps, and can also help those struggling with strenuous or extended activities, such as gardening or long walks, without pain or discomfort.
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