Henry Ford Study Shows Non-Opioids Provide Effective Pain Relief After Knee Surgery
A study by Henry Ford Health System published in the October issue of The American Journal of Sports Medicine provides a promising answer to the question βCan patients effectively manage their pain after ACL knee reconstruction surgery without opioids?β
Increasing dairy intake reduces falls and fractures among older care home residents
Increasing intake of foods rich in calcium and protein such as milk, yoghurt, and cheese, reduces falls and fractures in older adults living in residential care, finds a randomised controlled trial published by The BMJ today.
What to know about tendinitis
Tendinitis β also known as tendonitis β is the inflammation of a tendon. It usually happens when a person overuses or injures a tendon during physical activity.
Certain Meds Raise Odds for Delirium After Surgery
Older adults have a higher risk of delirium after hip and knee surgery if they're taking anxiety, depression or insomnia drugs, researchers say.
Protect Yourself from Head to Toe
Professional athletes are not the only people suffering with orthopedic and sports injuries. Everyday types of injuries, caused by everything from carrying groceries to unloading the dishwasher, happen all the time and can also lead to long-term problems if not treated properly. Back problems, joint pain and disorders and osteoarthritis are among the top reasons for seeing an orthopedic specialist.
