October 2016 Archive

New Osteoporosis Treatment May Rebuild Bone in Postmenopausal Women

Posted on Categories Osteoporosis

Romosozumab drug research has been submitted to the FDA for testing A new osteoporosis treatment, called romosozumab, has been accepted for review as of September 26, 2016, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA will review the Biologics Licence Application (BLA) to determine the effectiveness of the new drug. Romosozumab, though not yet … Read More

Stepping Into Better Health—Overcoming Hallux Abducto Valgus/Bunions

Posted on Categories Doctors Corner, Podiatry

According to a study published six years ago, 23% of adults aged 18-65, and 36% of adults over 65 years old are affected by Hallux Abducto Valgus.* This progressive and often disabling condition can occur with anyone, at any time in life, and may occur in conjunction with many other pathological processes within the feet … Read More

What To Expect With Knee Replacement Surgery

Posted on Categories Arthritis, General Orthopedic, Knee

Discover how taking the proper recovery steps assist in you your healing, and get you back on your feet. When non-surgical treatments for your knee arthritis or injury haven’t produced the results you were hoping for your doctor might suggest knee replacement surgery. Depending on the severity of your injury or arthritis your surgeon might … Read More