June 10th, 2010 by copywriter
Children and lawnmowers are dangerous combination. That’s why the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and other medical societies have offered several safety tips this year to help prevent lawnmower-related injuries.
When such injuries occur, it’s often a plastic surgeon that performs reconstructive surgery, hand surgery or wound care to restore form and function.
- Children should be at least 12-years-old before they operate any lawn mower, and at least 16- years-old for a ride-on mower.
- Children should never be passengers on ride-on mowers.
- Always wear sturdy shoes while mowing – not sandals.
- Young children should be at a safe distance from the area you are mowing.
- Pick up stones, toys and debris from the lawn to prevent injuries from flying objects.
- Always wear eye and hearing protection.
- Use a mower with a control that stops it from moving forward if the handle is released.
- Never pull backward or mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary – carefully look for others behind you when you do.
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June 10th, 2010 by copywriter
Botox has potential as a treatment for chronic tennis elbow, according to an article recently published in the Journal of the Canadian Medical Association. Researchers in Tehran have been experimenting with Botulinum toxin as a treatment for lateral epicondylitis, a condition commonly known as tennis elbow.
A randomized placebo-controlled trial was conducted with 48 patients, who were injected with either Botox or saline, the placebo. Injection sites were customized for each patient’s anatomy.
When the injections were performed with anatomic measurements as a guide, they “significantly reduced pain at rest” in those who suffer from chronic tennis elbow. Physicians caution that because of side effects, the treatment may not be appropriate for patients who require finger extension.
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June 10th, 2010 by copywriter
While many plastic surgeons (as well as other professionals) might call 2009 a down year, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the past ten years have been anything but.
Statistics recorded since 2000 indicate a major spike in consumer interest for plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancement. According to the society, plastic surgery is up 69 percent in the last ten years, minimally invasive procedures are way up, and consumer interest is continually rising.
Minimally invasive cosmetic procedures appear to be the driving force behind the 10-year increase. Procedures like Botox, Injectable Fillers, and Laser Skin Resurfacing have spiked 99 percent since the year 2000. People have many reasons to visit their plastic surgeon right now. One of the main reasons is skin renewal. “Skin is in,” says ASPS President Michael McGuire.
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