Lower Extremity Review
Background: Syndesmotic injuries make up 12% of all ankle sprains, but 25% of ankle sprains in football. Historically, screw fixation has been the predominant type of surgery, which provides stabilization to the syndesmosis joint. However, the strong fixation procedure can cause a loss of movement in the early recovery phase…
Background: Syndesmosis ankle sprains account for 25% of all ankle sprains in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) football athletes. Typical return-to-play (RTP) time for an ankle syndesmosis sprain is approximately 8 weeks. However, in a small randomized controlled trial, it was found that the platelet rich…
This study aimed to compare the relationship between self-reported ankle disability and neurocognitive hop performance among healthy controls, ankle sprain copers, and individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI). The researchers hypothesized that…
These researchers analyzed injury and treatment patterns among middle school-aged athletes receiving care from athletic trainers who were members of the Athletic Training Practice-Based Research Network (AT-PBRN). The study identified football, basketball, and…
This study investigated factors that may contribute to the development of persistent pain 6 months after a lateral ankle sprain (LAS). The findings indicated that experiencing pain at the time of returning to activity and being able to bear full weight at the…
This study investigated the effectiveness of care strategies and patient-reported outcome scores in predicting the development of chronic ankle instability (CAI) after an acute lateral ankle sprain (LAS). This study enrolled 51 community participants within 1 week of…
This study examined the joint loads and muscle forces during landing in individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI) compared to those without CAI. The findings revealed that individuals with CAI had lower ankle joint loads and reduced muscle force contributions…
There is an increased risk for re-injury throughout the first 12 months after an acute lateral ankle sprain (LAS). Prior research has demonstrated that those with ankle sprain history have decreased Health Related Quality of Life (HRQoL).
Lateral ankle sprain (LAS) is a common injury with a high recurrence rate. Potential inequities in care provided may contribute to recurrence. The purpose of this study was to describe LAS classified as ‘recurrent’ in NCAA Division I athletes across…
Background: Posterolateral ankle impingement typically presents as pain on the posterolateral aspect of the ankle that worsens with plantar flexion and passive or active great toe flexion. Typically, the condition is caused by repetitive low-grade trauma into plantar flexion. This is a type 3 case study on…
Background: A 13-year-old male athlete with no history of injuries, was playing in a middle school football game when he was tackled while running the ball and the opposing player landed on his left foot. He had immediate pain in his ankle and was unable to walk after the incident.
Background: Osteochondromas are the most prevalent benign bone tumor, occurring mostly in the long bones of the leg, thigh, and arm. Representing 20%–50% of benign tumors, osteochondromas are rarely symptomatic. Most symptomatic cases are linked to posttraumatic conditions or idiopathic causes.
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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