You did it. You went under the knife and had a surgeon fix your foot or ankle ailment. Now that the doctor’s job is over, it’s your turn as a patient to put yourself in the best position to fully recover after foot surgery. Today, we share seven tips to aid in your recovery. 1. […]
Knee Surgery Could Increase Arthritis Risk
A new study claims that undergoing surgery to repair a meniscal tear in the knee could increase a person’s risk of developing arthritis. The findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting, say that meniscus surgery could contribute to cartilage loss and an elevated risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knee. For […]
Calcaneus Fractures: The Problem With Avoiding Surgery
A reader recently sent me the following question when discussing calcaneus fractures and treatment. “Dr. Silverman, I had calcaneus fracture 5 months ago and my heel is somewhat deformed. In your opinion, how long should I wait to do the reconstruction operation or arthrodesis?” With so much pressure exerted on our heels on a daily basis, […]
Quick Medical Checklist Can Reduce Hospital Errors
Just the other day on out blog we featured the American Medical Association’s response to criticism that the association did little to reduce the number of preventable errors in a medical setting. Today, we’re hearing about a medical resident who has developed a checklist that appears to reduce errors and improve communication when handing a patient […]
The Importance of a Second Opinion Before Surgery
When you’re tasked with a major life decision like purchasing a home or picking a college to attend, you look around and examine all your options before making a decision. So why don’t we do the same when it comes to surgery? A lot of people seek out a second opinion prior to surgery, but […]
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