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Radiologists tackle diagnosis of puzzling football injuries

A study of 101 MRI knee exams found a remarkable high incidence of lateral meniscal tears among elite football players, which may be related to the physical demands of tackling. The research also identified an indirect sign of syndesmotic tear, also known as high ankle sprain, using MRI and x-rays.

Diabetics fare worse after ankle fracture surgery

A recent study found that diabetics who underwent ankle fracture surgery had significantly longer hospital stays and higher mortality rates compared to non-diabetic patients. The researchers estimated that diabetic patients experienced an additional day of hospitalization and costs approximately 20% higher.

MIT develops 'Anklebot' for stroke patients

Researchers at MIT have created an Anklebot to aid stroke patients in regaining ankle movement. The device is one part of a larger robotic gym targeting different limbs, building on previous success with arm rehabilitation.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Whiplash pain is common, usually mild, and long-lasting

A study of 141 whiplash patients and 40 ankle injury patients found that whiplash pain was more frequent but similar in intensity to ankle injuries. Pain improved significantly over time, with most patients returning to work within a year.

Decision rules and physician judgment

The study found that physician judgment had a sensitivity of 89% and specificity of 26% for the Ottawa rules, and 80% and 59% for the Leiden rule. With structured data collection, physicians' judgment was similar to existing ankle rules in terms of sensitivity and ability to safely reduce radiographic examinations.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Ballet move by young girls may cause arthritis

A study found that 11 female ballet dancers had osteoarthritis in their ankle joints, highlighting the risks of early onset ballet. Researchers suggest that girls should wait until they're older to start dancing on pointe and professional ballerinas should rest more between performances.

High Ankle Sprains Can Be Diagnosed More Easily, Henry Ford Researchers Conclude

Henry Ford researchers conclude that ultrasound can help diagnose high ankle sprains, which typically occur when a person plants down on the inside of their foot and pushes. Early diagnosis and treatment can lead to faster recovery times, with some patients able to return to normal athletic activity in as little as four weeks.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.