New procedural rules could prevent nearly 50% of children from receiving unnecessary ankle X-rays, according to a study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Dr. Kathy Boutis and colleagues conducted a study to see if hospitals could cut down on the number of children who receive radiographs on their ankles for minor injuries. Dr. […]
Updated Guidelines for Occupational HIV Exposure
The United States Public Health Service recently updated their guidelines for managing and preventing HIV exposure in the workplace. The biggest revision in the recommendations is the addition of a postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) regimen. Under the previous guidelines, healthcare professionals would be evaluated before determining a PEP regimen. Now, exposed workers will automatically receive a combination […]
5 Reasons to Undergo an Ankle or Foot MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging, commonly referred to as an MRI, is a medical technique used to view internal body structures in vast detail. Medical professionals love using MRI technology because it provides them with a much more detailed image than they could attain with a normal X-ray. MRIs are extremely useful at our practice because they […]
Sugary Drinks Linked to Obesity in Children
Children who consume more than eight ounces of sugary beverages on a daily basis are more likely to gain weight and be obese compared to children who avoid such concoctions, a new study revealed. For their study, researchers evaluated the drinking habits of nearly 10,000 children at 9 months, 2 years, 4 years, and 5 […]
A Helpful Guide to Buying Hiking Boots
Hiking boots can provide your foot with protection and support as you navigate your way through the wilderness, but how do you know which type of hiking boot is right for you? Below, we share some tips for choosing the right hiking boots for your ambitions. Picking your style There are four common styles of […]
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