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Smart-e-Pants aim to prevent bedsores

Electronic shorts that stimulate muscles in people with spinal cord injuries could help prevent painful and costly bedsores, researchers in Alberta say.

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Hansen’s disease can affect people at any age, male or female of any race or social standing, but poor living conditions and malnutrition can increase the likelihood of developing the disease.

I hope my ‘muscle memory’ has total recall

They call it ‘‘muscle memory’’ and dangle it in front of you like a chocolate glazed doughnut when you finally drag yourself back to the gym.

Less shoe for the money, more bang for your buck?

Makers of the popular minimalist footwear are now targeting the gym - but not everyone agrees on the benefits of less support in athletic shoes

Ask Dr. K: Keep moving legs to prevent DVT

Q My 61-year-old mother plans to take a long plane trip. Her legs usually become swollen when she flies a long distance. Should she wear elastic stockings or take any other precautions so she doesn't develop a blood clot in her legs?