Stress Fracture Diagnosis

Stress Fracture Diagnosis

Thin cracks in the bone are known as stress fractures. They result from overuse and repetitive force, such as running excessively. Additionally, stress fractures can result from regular usage of a bone that has been weakened by a disease like osteoporosis. Causes of Stress Fractures: Diagnosis: To determine whether you have a fracture caused by…

Next Steps After a Fracture

Next Steps After a Fracture

Do you know if you should visit the doctor with a broken bone? The answer is “yes” — every time. A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. A fall or a direct hit can cause this injury. A bone can fracture when it undergoes more pressure than it can handle. Do…

Figure Skating and Ankle Sprains

Figure Skating and Ankle Sprains

If you have been watching the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, there have been plenty of heart-stopping moments for the competing athletes. From skiing to snowboarding or curling, all eyes have been on the snow and ice. Another sport is popular, too: figure skating. American figure skater Nathan Chen continues to lead on the ice while…

Holiday Season Injuries

Holiday Season Injuries

Crunch! Uh oh.  The sound of a crunch can mean a few things, and sometimes it’s not a good sound. Did you step on an ornament or a piece of leftover glass from an earlier accident? Whatever you do, stop, look, and make the right move. Face it — holiday decorations can go up pretty…

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