New research published in The BMJ suggests that the traditional belief of six weeks of casting after an ankle fracture may be incorrect, and patients could actually benefit from a shorter casting period. For their study, researchers examined nearly 250 patients at two major trauma centers over the course of five years. Subjects were at least […]
Why Does Stubbing Your Toe Hurt So Bad?
If you’re like most people, odds are you’ve stubbed your toe on the dining room chair or that kitchen island once in your life, and man does it ever hurt. For being such a small part of your body, stubbing your big toe or your pinky toe can leave you howling in pain. But why […]
Finding An Objective Pain Scale
Healthcare is defined by precision and measurable amounts. We use precision guided technologies to make surgeries a success, and we administer a specific amount of medication or anesthesia, but the most subjetive and likely most frustrating aspect of healthcare is when trying to measure pain. Pain is subjective, meaning it is different for everybody. What […]
Stimwave Could Take Nerve Stimulation Therapy To The Next Level
The newest medical advancement we believe is poised to take off in the new year is called Stimwave. Stimwave is a tiny device that is implanted near a nerve that is causing problems. Stimulating these damaged nerves can sometimes help to drown out or disrupt the flow of pain signals, so for patients with nerve […]
4 Causes of Foot Numbness and Tingling
If your foot falls asleep while during a movie marathon in your favorite armchair, it’s easy to pinpoint what caused the tingling sensation in your feet. But what if you’re dealing with a tingling sensation or numbness on a more regular basis? Below, we take a look at four common causes of numbness and tingly […]
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