Foot/Ankle Injury During Football Career Linked to Foot/Ankle OA
For retired U.K. male footballers, a foot/ankle injury during a football career is associated with an increased risk for foot/ankle osteoarthritis (OA), according to a study published online Oct. 22 in Rheumatology.
Source: HealthDay
What Causes Leg Pain (and How to Find Relief)
Leg pain can be caused by overuse, trauma, minor injuries, infection, or severe medical conditions. Although the most common causes are minor, temporary conditions, a prompt diagnosis and treatment of more severe conditions can help prevent pain from worsening and improve your long-term outlook.
Source: Verywell Health
Lower Leg Pain Causes and Treatment Options
Lower leg pain can have various causes, from relatively minor issues like muscle cramps to serious disorders such as diabetic neuropathy. Often, leg pain can be treated at home, but see a healthcare provider for severe or sudden pain and anytime you see symptoms of an infection, such as redness, tenderness, and fever.
Source: Verywell Health
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.
PRP and hypertonic glucose injections improve outcomes in patients with early- to middle-stage knee osteoarthritis: a multicenter retrospective study
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection therapy and hyperosmotic glucose hyperplasia therapy are commonly used methods for treating knee osteoarthritis (KOA).
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