Injuries

Despite some criticism of bike helmets for not being protective enough, they do cut the risk of severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) by half when riders suffer a head injury, a U.S. study suggests.

Exercise therapy is as effective as surgery for middle-aged patients with a common type of knee injury known as meniscal tear, a study has revealed.

According to a new study, the physical stress caused by running may cause kidney injury. AKI is a condition in which the kidneys fail to filter waste from the blood.

Opening batsman Rohit Sharma is enjoying quality time with his family and friends while he recovers from his injury, and also some delicious food.

Traumatic spinal cord injuries are on the rise, especially among older individuals, says a study by an Indian-origin researcher.

Binge drinking was found to be a significant contributor to liver injury and the researchers reveal that it may be more injurious to women.

A diet enriched with a popular omega-3 fatty acid and curcumin, found in Indian curry spice turmeric, preserved walking ability in rats with spinal-cord injury.The findings by researchers from the University of California Los Angeles ...

Diabetics often complaint of troubles associated to their feet. Increased blood sugar obstructs proper functioning of the nerves around feet, damaging sensory, motor and auto functions.

In 2014, there were 24,400 injuries associated with treadmills in emergency departments across the country, said the commission, a federal agency based in Bethesda.

According to orthopaedic surgeons, although poor lifestyle, lack of exercise and a desk job do harm knees, being a fitness freak and trying to gain maximum output over weekends in the gym can hurt the ...