Ankle and Foot Centers of Western New York

Ankle and Foot Centers of Western New York With multiple locations in Western New York, including, LeRoy, Buffalo, Batavia, Niagara Falls and R

Study shows advanced footwear technology positively impacts elite sprint performances.
03/25/2024

Study shows advanced footwear technology positively impacts elite sprint performances.

A study published in PeerJ sheds light on the potential game-changing impact of advanced footwear technology (AFT) on elite sprint performances in track and field. The research, titled

Why Your Foot or Ankle Is Swollen and What to Do for It.
03/18/2024

Why Your Foot or Ankle Is Swollen and What to Do for It.

Swelling in the ankles and feet is a common problem. This swelling is often caused by a buildup of fluid, which is called edema. Edema is common in the feet, ankles, and legs, and often only one ankle is swollen.

A comparative analysis of between percutaneous cannulated screw fixation and traditional plate internal fixation in trea...
03/11/2024

A comparative analysis of between percutaneous cannulated screw fixation and traditional plate internal fixation in treatment of Sanders II and III calcaneal fractures.

The objective of this study is to compare the clinical efficacy of percutaneous cannulated screw fixation and traditional plate internal fixation in the treatment of Sanders II and III calcaneal fractures.

Sports Injuries: How to Protect Yourself.
03/04/2024

Sports Injuries: How to Protect Yourself.

When discussing sports-related injuries, we typically think of professional or organized scholastic sports. However, many people in the United States get injured from basketball or football pick-up games, while others get injured cycling and running.

Should we fix the fibula in tibial plafond fractures? A meta-analysis reviewing the evidence base for fibula open reduct...
02/26/2024

Should we fix the fibula in tibial plafond fractures? A meta-analysis reviewing the evidence base for fibula open reduction and internal fixation in tibial plafond fractures.

Open reduction and internal fixation is the standard of care to stabilize tibial plafond fractures. However, it remains uncertain as to whether fixation of the fibula affects outcome. This study aimed to review the evidence base for comparable outcomes in tibial plafond fractures when undergoing ope...

Why does the outside of my foot hurt, and what can I do about it?
02/19/2024

Why does the outside of my foot hurt, and what can I do about it?

Pain on the outside of a person’s foot can occur before, during, or after activities such as walking. It can make standing or moving around difficult. Possible causes include joint or tendon inflammation and small fractures.

Collagen supplements may help improve the health of your tendons and bones, says researcher.
02/12/2024

Collagen supplements may help improve the health of your tendons and bones, says researcher.

Research shows that collagen supplements may also have many benefits for our physical health too—which could be important for enhancing athletic performance, reducing the risk of injury and improving quality of life as we get older.

Do the outcomes of MIS justify the learning curve vs. open foot and ankle procedures?
02/05/2024

Do the outcomes of MIS justify the learning curve vs. open foot and ankle procedures?

In the past decade, MIS foot and ankle procedures have undergone several advancements that make it an excellent option for various procedures.MIS has gained popularity for procedures such as bunions, calcaneal osteotomies, Charcot plantar cheilectomies, combined first metatarsophalangeal arthroscopy...

Q&A: How does mental health affect sports concussion recovery?
01/29/2024

Q&A: How does mental health affect sports concussion recovery?

Athletes hitting the field for the fall sports season may want to pay just as much attention to their mental health as their physical health. Underlying mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety can cause symptoms similar to what some athletes report post-concussion, potentially causin...

Evidence-Based Opioid Education that Reduces Prescribing: The 10 Principles of Opioid Prescribing in Foot and Ankle Surg...
01/23/2024

Evidence-Based Opioid Education that Reduces Prescribing: The 10 Principles of Opioid Prescribing in Foot and Ankle Surgery.

The United States Opioid Epidemic is a worsening public health crisis. We aim to determine if a voluntary educational intervention containing standard opioid and non-opioid analgesic prescribing ranges for common surgeries is effective in altering postoperative prescribing practice.

Treatment for Common Rotator Cuff Ailment May Be Useless.
01/16/2024

Treatment for Common Rotator Cuff Ailment May Be Useless.

Treating shoulder pain with steroid shots or removal of cartilage buildup yields the same result as no treatment at all, a Norwegian research team reports. They said their findings call into question treatment guidelines for calcific tendinopathy, a painful condition in the shoulder's rotator cuff t...

Pickleball Is All the Rage, Here's Tips on Preventing Injuries.
01/05/2024

Pickleball Is All the Rage, Here's Tips on Preventing Injuries.

Pickleball has become wildly popular, but that may be fueling a rise in pickleball-related injuries. “It’s quickly becoming a sport of choice for adults over the age of 50,” said Dr. Brian Cole, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. ...

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