Stress fractures are small bone cracks from overuse. Learn about the causes, who's at risk, and current methods for diagnosis ...

Background: Intramedullary nailing of pertrochanteric femoral fractures has grown in popularity ... body mass index, neck-shaft angle and grade of osteoarthritis. Results: According to the Harris ...

You may be able to manage it with self-care measures, but some knee pain may require medical treatments such as physical therapy ... joins the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia).

When you return home from the hospital after a fracture, your healthcare provider may order physical therapy at home. Home care physical therapy usually is reserved for people who are unable to leave ...

Can you pass the Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT)? Whether you're an active-duty sailor, preparing for boot camp, or just curious, this video breaks down exactly how the Navy PRT works and what ...

Inclusion criteria: (1) Age 18–65 years (2) Unilateral, closed, fresh femoral neck fracture (less than 3 weeks) (3) Diagnosis of femoral neck fracture based on history, physical examination ...

However, routine nail dynamization has only a low success rate and the risk of limb shortening. Methods: Two patients with femoral shaft fracture hypertrophic nonunion at 4 or 5 months after ...

Your physical therapist may suggest exercises to improve your hand grip. You can use a rolled towel or a hand-therapy tool called a Digi-Flex device. To help improve the strength of your fingers after ...

Ranked #1 in the nation by US News and World Report, the University of Delaware’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program offers a 2.5-year DPT degree and post-graduate education, including six ...