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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Fat injections could treat common cause of foot pain

A novel technique transplants patient fat into the sole to reduce plantar fasciitis symptoms, improving quality of life and sports activities. The study laid groundwork for a larger clinical trial with promising results.

Newly discovered skin cell may underlie inflammatory skin disease

Researchers have discovered a new type of skin cell, TIFFs, that may play a role in inflammatory skin diseases such as scleroderma. These cells were found to interact with immune cells and expand in response to inflammation, leading to an exaggerated response and fibrosis.

How do scars form? Fascia function as a repository of mobile scar tissue

Researchers found that fascia tissue is the origin of scars and contains specialized fibroblasts that pre-assemble to heal wounds. This discovery challenges traditional views of wound healing and opens up new biological concepts for scar-related diseases, potentially leading to novel therapeutic approaches.

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Some answers about orthotics

A recent study published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research found that over-the-counter orthotics can significantly reduce plantar fascia strain, with an average reduction of 34% in 17 out of 20 subjects. This could lead to improved treatment options for people suffering from plantar fasciitis.

Plantar fasciitis? Stretching seems to do the trick

A new study reveals that manual plantar fasciitis stretching exercises outperform shockwave therapy in treating acute plantar fasciitis pain. Patients who performed stretching exercises reported higher patient satisfaction and superior results compared to those who received repetitive low-energy radial shock-wave therapy.

Surgeons use neck muscle, surrounding tissue as lip implant

A new procedure using grafts of muscle and connective tissue from the neck has resulted in improved appearance for at least two years. The amount of vermilion showing increased by an average of 20 percent to 24 percent, while the average projection of the upper and lower lip increased by an average of 0.9 to 0.99 millimeters.

New treatment eliminates heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis

A new ultrasound-guided technique combined with steroid injection has been shown to be 95% effective in relieving plantar fasciitis symptoms within three weeks. This treatment is a viable option for patients who have tried conservative treatments and are experiencing persistent pain.

Heel to heal

A new stretch targeting the plantar fascia has shown significant results in treating plantar fasciitis, with 75% of patients experiencing no pain and full activity within 3-6 months. The stretch, developed by Benedict DiGiovanni and Deborah Nawoczenski, requires repeated stretching exercises to alleviate chronic symptoms.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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