Healthcare News
ACL Injuries in Female Athletes: Understanding the Higher Risks and Lower Return-to-Play Rates
Although males have higher rates of ACL injuries, the relative risk of ACL injury is actually much higher in females. Despite increased understanding of ACL injuries and prevention, injury rates among females have remained consistent, while rates have simultaneously decreased among males. As female participation in youth sports continues to increase, along with the expansion of college and professional athletic programs, identifying the underlying causes of this increased risk becomes increasingly important.
Exercising with knee or hip pain
If you deal with knee and hip pain, it may be time to up your exercise game. More than just a good health habit, exercise is also an effective treatment for many knee and hip problems. And exercises that can strengthen muscles supporting knees and hips can be especially helpful.
3 Innovations That Are Improving Precision in Direct Anterior Hip Arthroplasty
The outcomes of direct anterior hip replacement may be equivalent to conventional hip replacement using lateral or posterior approaches, but demand for the direct anterior approach has soared in recent years.
How To Recognize and Manage Early Arthritis in Your Fingers
Arthritis in your fingers often causes morning stiffness and aching. These early symptoms can progress if untreated.Early treatment can help relieve symptoms and protect joint function from arthritis in your fingers.
Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears
When the symptoms of a rotator cuff tear are acute, meaning there is a sudden flare-up of symptoms, it may be helpful to rest the shoulder to allow the inflammation of the injury to settle down.
