Lower Extremity Review
The iTENS unit uses wireless electrotherapy to promote pain relief and relaxation in any major joint or trouble area in the body. The portable physiotherapy device can be simply attached to the skin, making it effective for targeted relief of back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and ankle pain, as well as shoulder and elbow pain. The device uses transcutaneous…
Vomaris recently announced the launch of its US Food & Drug Administration–cleared PowerHeal™ bioelectric bandage for over-the-counter (OTC) use. PowerHeal bioelectric bandages are powered by patented microcell battery technology. Foundationally inspired by the body, the technology mimics the electrical energy (known as transepithelial potential) that…
CURREX PICKLEBALLPRO insoles are tailored to meet the unique demands of pickleball while providing a personalized fit. Driven by a commitment to the performance, comfort, and well-being of professional and recreational athletes, these insoles feature superior grip that delivers total control on the court for secure lateral movement for quick on-court movement and…
KT Ice is a groundbreaking series of products designed to revolutionize the way consumers prepare, perform, and recover from physical activity. The KT Ice series features a comprehensive range of products tailored to support individuals at every stage of their fitness journey. Both KT TAPE PRO ICE and KT RECOVER MAGNESIUM CREAM incorporate menthol to…
Surestep Sandals have the same attention to detail as the company’s shoes. They are designed with a wider, deeper heel, toe box, and instep, leaving room for braces and a comfortable fit. The unique tread promotes intrinsic movement and flexibility while a “cut-line” allows for easy shoe modifications. In fact, the sandals have the same proven sole as the shoes.
With temperatures on the rise and student athletes returning to preseason practice fields this summer, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) has released safety tips to ensure parents ask the right questions of schools to ensure best sports safety practices are in place.
From the National Athletic Trainers’ Association
Pain in the flexible flatfoot is a common complaint. When present, it is important to find its exact location and causes. This study aimed to find differences between children with and without medial arch pain and relate them to the reduction of pain following surgical treatment.
Ankle-foot-orthoses (AFOs) play a significant role in gait biomechanics, but researchers from Italy identified a lack in evidence of the effects of AFOs on static balance. They conducted a study that looked at 24 patients (15 males, age 57±14 yrs, BMI 23.4±4.4kg/m2), with…
Awareness of well-being and health issues have contributed to increased popularity of sauna bathing. However, little is known about potential risks and injuries. The aim of this study was to identify the causes for injuries, the affected body regions, and to define recommendations for prevention.
To achieve bone health in general population, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines and the Endocrine Society guidelines recommend 50 and 75 nmol/L respectively as sufficient levels of serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D). Researchers from China wanted to understand if there were positive effects…
In a 30-year study of nearly 100,000 females, French researchers found that females who exercised the most had a 25% lower rate of Parkinson’s disease compared to those who exercised the least. While the study does not prove that exercise lowers the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, it does show an association.
In this cross-sectional study, international researchers compared patellofemoral geometry in individuals with a youth-sport-related intra-articular knee injury to uninjured individuals, and the association between patellofemoral geometry and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-defined osteoarthritis…
A proven and effective medication for osteoporosis, which is currently only available as an injection, can be administered orally using a novel “robotic pill,” according to a study presented in June at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.
Evidence shows that a high proportion of U.S. adults with normal body mass index (BMI) still have obesity which highlights the inadequacy of BMI as the gold standard measure of metabolic health. To better understand drivers for cardio-metabolic disease, new research highlighted the…
Full recovery of testosterone production may be possible for men who wish to stop using anabolic-androgenic steroids for muscle growth. Anabolic steroids are used as performance-enhancing drugs by professional and amateur athletes, and by other men to improve appearance.
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