Is Exercise Good For Us? Three months after surgery to repair my shoulder ligament, commonly referred to as a rotator cuff, I reviewed my notes—a patient diary if you like. Apart from feeling sorry for myself, I assumed my shoulder might not return to normality. Of...
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome ~ The Withered Hand In this article, we will explore the communication of CRPS and the potential of fictional narratives as a powerful tool in conveying actual medical health facts. It matters little what our background is; we read and...
When Harmony in a Relationship Takes an Insidious Turn A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE This article focuses on how hearing loss affects the harmony of our relationships with loved ones. While healthcare workers can make adjustments and should pick up those important queues, how...
Midfoot Arthritis an often-missed Condition The Wedding Chat that started it off Of all places, I sat down at a wedding to speak to an eminent rheumatologist, and we chatted about feet and arthritis. Rheumatology is a medical specialism studying connective tissue...
Putting Age into Perspective Author and former podiatric surgeon David Tollafield delves into how feet deteriorate over time. He considers the problems in light of his experience as a patient and clinician. Highlighted words in blue provide further links to articles...
An Introduction and Practical Guide for Taping for Joint Problems We can use commercially developed braces and soft forms of splinting to support joints and soft tissue (ligaments and muscle) to limit pain, support function and, above all, provide continuing activity...
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