Latest Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Stories

ROSEMONT, Ill., Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Planning to start running or taking a Zumba class in the new year? It is important to take it slow, warm-up properly, and wear the proper footwear for the activity. The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) has a lot of advice to offer individuals looking to try out new exercise regimens for 2013. Overuse injuries, including stress fractures and Achilles tendinitis, may be avoided with some tips. (Logo:...

Baltimore Orthopaedic Surgeon to Lead National Medical Society SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Baltimore orthopaedic surgeon, Lew C. Schon, MD was installed today as President of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society during the Society's 28th Annual Meeting in San Diego, California. In this position, Schon will also serve on the Board of Directors of the Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Outreach & Education Fund (OEF). (Logo:...