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Arthroscopy for Ankles
A surgical procedure widely used on knees can also repair damaged ankles claim the researchers. Arthroscopy may be the best known for repairing knee injuries, but it is also a valuable method for...
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Ankle Fracture Surgery - Diabetics fare worse than non-diabetics
A study at Duke Univ. has shown that the surgical outcome of surgery for fracture of ankle is not as good as in non-diabetics. The results were published Aug. 15, 2005, in the Journal of Bone and...
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MRI of the Ankle Changes Patient Treatment And Improves Diagnosis
MR imaging can make a dramatic difference in the management of patients with ankle pain, changing treatment in about one-third of the patients, a new study finds. The study, of 91 patients, found that...
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Jaya Cracked Ankle at 'Drona' Sets
Mumbai, Actress and Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan, who was seen visibly limping at a film awards function recently, had broken her ankle while shooting for Goldie Behl's film 'Drona' in Bikaner last...
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Stimulating the Ankle Can Help Patients With Overactive Bladder
It's a condition that most people prefer not to talk about, yet sufferers will go to extremes to find help for this embarrassing problem. It's called overactive bladder (OAB) and it's characterized by...
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Sprinters and Non-sprinters Have Different Foot and Ankle Structures
Human sprinters and non-sprinters portray different skeletal structure of the foot and ankle. According to Stephen Piazza, associate professor of kinesiology, the research is the first to use magnetic...
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Adidas Cancels Sales of Sneakers Topped With Rubber Ankle Chains
Well-known sportswear designer Adidas has cancelled the sales of sneakers topped with rubber ankle chains following negative response that it reminded people of slavery. The so-called "shackle...
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Use of Radiography Reduced by 22 Percent When Simple Rule in Children's...
Although only 12% of these show fractures, radiography is widely used in diagnosing ankle injuries, with 85%-95% in pediatric injuries. "Radiography is unnecessary for most children's ankle injuries,...
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Ankle Fractures Could be a Significant Risk Factor
At the University of Geneva, a study by researchers concluded that prevalent ankle fractures should be considered as osteoporotic fractures and taken into account in fracture-risk assessment. The...
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10cm High Heels for More Than Three Times a Week Can Damage Ankle Muscles in...
Do you love your stilettos? Here's why you might want to change your habit. A new study has revealed that women who wear 10 cm high heels over three times per week developed an imbalance of four...
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Over 500 Orthopedics Discuss Tackling Foot and Ankle Injuries in India
Over 500 orthopedics participated in a conference in New Delhi aimed at improving medical treatment for ankle and foot injuries in India. Currently, over 50% of Indians having ankle or foot problems...
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Foot and Ankle Swelling Could Lead to Heart Disease
ul class="group-list punch-points"liAnkle or leg swelling is the accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body./liliSwelling is more noticeable in the lower part of the body due to...
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Prevention Programs Reduce Ankle Injuries In Soccer Athletes
Ankle injuries in soccer players can be reduced by 40 percent with the help of prevention programs, according to a new study appearing in today's issue of the emJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery/em...
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Close Contact Casting may be an Appropriate Treatment for Older Adults With...
A modified casting technique known as close contact casting can improve functional outcomes for ankle fracture in older adults, says a new study. The modified cast resulted in similar functional...
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Self Help-The Best Help for Ankle Sprain
Physiotherapy for a sprained ankle is no better than resting at home. Experts found little clinical difference between people who underwent regular physiotherapy sessions, and those who simply used...
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Misdiagnosed Foot, Ankle Injuries Results in Arthritis and Disability
More than three million emergency room visits in the United States each year are related to common foot and ankle injuries. Front-line physicians are advised to err on the side of caution and opt for...
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Arthroscopy Used to Tackle an Ankle Fracture
In a new approach to joint fractures in India, doctors at Indian Spinal Injuries Hospital, New Delhi, have used an arthroscope even while fixing a simple ankle fracture. This the first time such a...
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Lightweight, Soft Robotic Ankle Supports Help Patients Walk After Stroke
Experiencing a stroke can be scary and confusing. More than 7 million Americans are stroke survivors, and a vast majority of affected individuals never fully recover the ability to walk. Scientists...
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Wearable Ankle For Patients After Stroke Attack
Eighty percent of patients who have experienced stroke lose the ability to function any one limb. The phenomenon is called hemiparesis. And even patients who recover walking mobility during...
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New Anatomic Structure in the Ankle Joint Identified
New study identifies a ligament in the lateral side of the ankle which could shed light on chronic pain after an ankle sprain. The findings of the study are published in the journal iKnee Surgery,...
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MIT Boffin's Robotic Ankle the Next Step in Prosthesis
London, A double amputee MIT biophysicist has designed a robotic ankle that allows wearers to exert 20 percent less effort compared to a conventional prosthetic leg. The robotic ankle puts a motorised...
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Foot and Ankle Specialist Gives Insight into Serious Big Toe Injuries
A foot and ankle specialist at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York has revealed that the highest numbers of serious toe injuries are usually reported by athletes who compete in sports like...
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A Simple Ankle Sprain Could Offset A Serious Blood Clot
Minor leg injuries like ankle sprains and muscle ruptures may increase the risk of blood clots in the legs or lungs. Previous studies revealed that major injuries increased the risk for venous...
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Wearing Stocking on Long-haul Flights may Relieve Ankle Swelling
Researchers done a study on pilots and passengers and found that wearing tight stockings on long-haul flights is the best way to relieve ankle swelling and to help ward off post-flight fatigue. To...
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Parents Cautioned About Dangers of Childhood Foot and Ankle Burns
University of Florida researchers have warned parents in the southeastern United States, that warm-weather activities like having a barbecue, roasting marsh mallows in a campfire or burning yard...
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The Much Loved Flip-flops can Lead to Sore Feet, Ankles and Legs
They're the latest fad, and the coolest footwear in the hot summer season, giving you the much desired casual look, but according to a group of researchers the much-loved flip-flops can result in sore...
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Total Ankle Replacement Without Metal Implants
Researchers say that patients having severe arthritis can now opt for total ankle replacement without having to put up with metal implants. For years, patients have had the option of total joint...
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Total Ankle Replacement With No Metal
Patients suffering from severe arthritis now have an option for total ankle replacement that offers increased mobility and pain relief without permanent metal implants. Pioneered by Daniel K. Lee,...
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Ugg-style Boots Could Increase the Risk of Ankle Sprains in Women
Chic Ugg-style boots, which cost from 50 pounds to 100 pounds, increase the risk of ankle sprains and bad posture, experts have warned. The soft structure and heel-less sole create a breeding ground...
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Ankle Splints Help Stroke Patients Regain Mobility
Ankle and foot splints can help stroke patients regain the ability to walk and keep their balance, says a new study. Although splints - also called orthotics - offer less improvement for other...
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Ugg-style Boots Boost Ankle Sprains, Bad Posture Risk In Women
Chic Ugg-style boots increase the risk of ankle sprains and bad posture, experts have warned. The soft structure and heel-less sole create a breeding ground for fungi that cause foot infections,...
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'Do Not Ignore Chronic Ankle Pain,' Warn Researchers
Sprains are caused by an unfortunate fall, sudden twist or blow to the ankle. This leads to chronic ankle pain. But scientists have said that the underlying cause of the pain could be more than just a...
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New Techniques Prove Successful In Treating Injuries To The Ankle Joint
People with ankle injuries who do not respond successfully to initial treatment may have a second chance at recovery, thanks to two new procedures developed to restore the injured area. The study is...
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Simple Balance Training Can Help Prevents Ankle Sprains
A simple training programme, based on a series of balancing exercises, can cut the risk of recurrent ankle sprains by 35% and could lead to huge savings in medical and lost productivity costs,...
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Study Shows How to Detect Your Child's Foot and Ankle Problems
It is because of subtle signs and symptoms that foot and ankle problems in children are not properly diagnosed. Experts from American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons have listed five warning signs...
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Foot and Ankle Injuries Linked to Skateboarding
Experts from American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) have warned that the thrill of skateboarding might give rise to severe foot and ankle injuries among kids and young adults. The tricks...
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Ankle Test may Help to Identify Cardiac Risk After Stroke
A simple blood test would soon help identify stroke survivors at risk of another cardiovascular event, say researchers. The research team from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill suggests that...
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Robotic Ankle to Put Spring Back into an Amputee's Step Developed
A prosthetic device called SPARKy (Spring Ankle with Regenerative Kinetics) has been developed by researchers at Arizona State University. The device is a robotic ankle system which helps amputees get...
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Rooney's Ankle Injury May Not Rule Him Out Of World Cup
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney, who injured his ankle in his club's Champions League game against Bayern Munich on Tuesday, won't be playing for a month. Though that means that he will not...
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Foot Positioning - Key to Ankle Sprains
The position of the foot before the ground contact during running and walking may put people at risk of ankle sprains, suggests University of Georgia kinesiology researcher. Cathleen Brown Crowell, an...
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Ankle Brace-Wearing Athletes Suffer Three-times Fewer Injuries
Lace-up ankle braces may help prevent ankle sprains and fractures in high school basketball players, a new research has shown. "We wanted to see whether the use of lace-up ankle braces is a viable...
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Ankle Re-Injury Risk With Movement of Hip and Knee Joints
The way individuals move their knee and hip joints may influence the risk of ankle re-injury, according to new research. In the past, sports medicine therapists prescribed strengthening and stretching...
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Now, Natural Looking, Energy Efficient Robotic Ankles for Amputees
Amputees can now breathe a sigh of relief for researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston have developed two robotic devices that mimic the human ankle, give them more...
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Scratching Ankle Found to be More Satisfactory Than Scratching Back
Ankle has replaced your back as producing the most satisfying sensation when scratched, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Dermatology. Researchers from the Wake Forest...
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Just 3 Weeks in a Cast Enough to Heal Your Ankle Fracture
bHighlights:/bul class="group-list punch-points"liWearing a cast for three weeks is as good as wearing it for six-weeks for healing ankle fractures/liliFor stable ankle fractures, not requiring...
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Surgeon Replaces Crushed Ankle Bone With 3D Printed Implant
A broken talus of a road accident victim was replaced by 3D Printed Implant. The patients had come to came to Loyola for an alternate option as all the other hospital suggested procedures that limited...
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New 3D Printed Flexible Mesh for Ankle and Knee Braces Developed
Newly developed 3D printed mesh is more flexible for ankle and knee braces. These 3D printed flexible yet stretchy mesh could be used to create wearable supports and implantable devices that support...
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Is Total Ankle Replacement Good for Ankle Arthritis?
bEnd-stage ankle arthritis/b is characterized by complete loss of cartilage and "bone-on-bone" contact in the ankle joint resulting in pain and stiffness. so, the treatment needs to be effective in...
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Ankle and Ankle Movements While Riding an Hoverboard
If you're learning to ride a hoverboard, engineering researchers have found out a simple advice that would help you: bit's all in the ankles/b. It has been experimentally demonstrated that ankle...
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