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What You Should Know About Ankle Fusion Surgery
Ankle fusion is a surgical procedure that's performed for the treatment of severe ankle arthritis. When ankle pain occurs because of arthritis, and non-surgical treatments fail to provide adequate relief, surgery may be considered.
Internal Impingement Shoulder Injuries Overview
Internal impingement is a specific type of shoulder injury that is seen primarily in throwing athletes.
Common Cause of Pain With Hip Bursitis
Hip bursitis is a common problem that causes pain over the outside of the upper thigh and hip joint. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that allows smooth motion between two surfaces.
Getting more from standard rotator cuff strengthening exercises
The aim of this clinical laboratory study was to compare scapular and rotator cuff muscle activation between standard and modified exercises.
When Is It Safe to Start Running After an Ankle Fracture?
If you have suffered a fractured ankle and had to have surgery with plates and screws to reduce the fracture, you may wonder when you can return to running. Some amount of healing must take place initially, but over time, one of your goals may be to return to running after your fracture. Is there a safe way to determine when to start running after ankle surgery, and can a physical therapist help? How long does it take before you can hit the road and get back to running after an ankle fracture?