Being overweight or obese can cause a number of different problems for your health, but a recent study found that it may also be linked to a higher risk of bone fractures To better understand the connection between bone fracture risk and obesity, researchers tracked 20,000 Canadian men and women between the ages of 40 […]
Are Vegans At Higher Risk For Leg And Ankle Fractures?
Your diet plays a key role in your overall health, but according to a new study, whether or not you eat meat could play a role in your fracture risk. According to a joint study out of the University of Oxford and University of Bristol, nutrients found in meat may help to decrease bone fracture […]
Foot Fractures from Direct Blows: The Travis d’Arnaud case
The New York Mets will be without the services of prospect Travis d’Arnaud for up to eight weeks after the catcher took a foul ball off his foot. The impact resulted in a fractured bone in his left foot. “He’s in a boot,” said manager Terry Collins. “They want him to do as little as […]
3 Reasons why Derek Jeter Re-Fractured his Ankle
New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter suffered a setback this week when re-fractured his ankle for the second time in six months. Jeter now hopes to return to the lineup after the All-Star Break. “It’s not what we wanted, that’s for sure,” said manager Joe Girardi. “I know it’s extremely disappointing for him because he’s […]
Smartphone Technology Can Diagnose Injuries, Save Time
A study conducted in Jerusalem found that orthopedic consultants were able to successfully identify gross and subtle findings in radiology images through the use of their smartphone. TEREM Emergency Medical Centers operates five urgent care facilities and consults over 200,000 patients a year, including 10,000 fractures and 30,000 nonfracture injuries. The medical center has round-the-clock […]