A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found there were four key lifestyle attributes associated with a lowered risk of mortality. For their study, researchers surveyed 6,229 adults between the ages of 44 and 84. Patients were given a lifestyle score ranging from 0-4, with 4 being the most categorically healthy. In order […]
Exercise Improves Glycemic Control in Diabetics
A study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise found that patients with type 2 diabetes saw a substantial improvement in glycemic control when they added a single, moderate-intensity workout to their daily routine. Method In their study, researchers gathered 60 people afflicted with type 2 diabetes and monitored their glucose levels over […]
The Pros & Cons of Minimally Invasive Achilles Tendon Surgery
Achilles tendon injuries are common among athletes who put a lot of stress on their legs and feet, and there are different ways to treat an Achilles injury once it occurs. In certain circumstances, doctors can perform a minimally invasive surgery that gives the patient a faster recovery time, but the procedure also has some […]