A twisted ankle occurs in an instant, often from a simple misstep or loss of balance. These common injuries involve ligaments, the tough tissue bands connecting ankle bones, which can stretch or tear ...

Colorado Springs is an outdoorsy sort of place. Who can resist the close proximity of the mountains paired with perfect weather for summertime activities with the dog?Sometimes in the “active” part of ...

When you bandage a horse's legs, it is important to use proper techniques. If bandages are not applied correctly, they can cause discomfort, restrict blood flow, and damage tendons and other tissues.

VOL: 98, ISSUE: 44, PAGE NO: 44 John Mears, BSc, MSc, RGN, DipN, Cert Ed, RNT, is senior lecturer, Thames Valley University Christine Moffatt, PhD, MA, RGN, NDN, is ...

The application of sustained graduated compression is a key element in the prevention and treatment of leg ulcers caused by damaged or incompetent veins in the lower leg. While compression hosiery is ...