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Self-administered acupressure, knee health education may relieve OA knee pain
The addition of self-administered acupressure to knee health education sessions may relieve pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis, according to published results.
Denosumab may reduce radiographic progression, prevent new erosive joints in hand OA
Published results showed use of denosumab may reduce radiographic progression and prevent new erosive joints among patients with erosive hand osteoarthritis.
Regardless of oral contraceptive use, women had fewer musculotendinous injuries vs. men
Women, regardless of whether they use oral contraceptives, may be less likely to develop musculotendinous injuries compared with men, according to published results.
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Arthroscopic resection, debridement for knee OA may not affect progression to TKA
Published results showed arthroscopic resection or debridement of degenerative knee tissue in patients with osteoarthritis was not associated with delayed or hastened progression to total knee arthroplasty at long-term follow-up.
Tips for all-epiphyseal over-the-top ACL reconstruction in pediatric patients
The incidence of pediatric knee injuries has been increasing in the last several years due to increased sports participation; in particular, the ACL is the most commonly injured knee ligament.
Three important financial tactics when approaching or in retirement
The number one financial goal for most physicians, including orthopedists, is getting to a comfortable retirement on their own timeline and with the lifestyle they want.
Should the triceps be released during total elbow arthroplasty?
A posterior approach is indicated for both open reduction and internal fixation and total elbow arthroplasty, with multiple approaches described for navigating around the extensor mechanism.
Ideal total elbow replacement remains elusive
After the development of total hip arthroplasty in the 1970s, orthopedists continued to push surgical innovations to develop total joint replacement in other extremities.
Atraumatic idiopathic compartment syndrome requiring emergent fasciotomy
A 42-year-old man with no past medical history and prescribed no medications presented to the ED with complaints of pain and swelling in his left lower leg during the last 48 hours.
Assess importance of personal, professional goals when considering employment
The landscape of orthopedic surgery practice has significantly changed during the past decade, with a marked shift toward varied employment models over traditional private practices.
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