There is currently no blood test for early-stage osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that eases and cushions movement breaks down, causing pain, swelling, and problems moving the... read more →
This study describes a new technique called the “fish hook” technique for the treatment of bony mallet finger. This technique catches the dorsal fragment with a bent K-wire shaped like... read more →
High cholesterol might harm more than our cardiovascular systems. New research using animal models, published online in The FASEB Journal, suggests that high cholesterol levels trigger mitochondrial oxidative stress on... read more →
New study finds that regular, heavy marijuana use may reduce bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures. While marijuana remains the most commonly used illicit drug in... read more →
Interpretation of Post-operative Distal Humerus Radiographs after Internal Fixation: Prediction of Later Loss of Fixation A total of 232 orthopedic residents and surgeons from around the world evaluated 24 anteroposterior... read more →
Thumb web space contracture following hand trauma can be disabling with numerous reconstructive procedures existing to correct the resultant deformity. In this study, following marked soft tissue injury to the... read more →
Since passage of Title IX in 1972, a comprehensive federal law that required gender equity in every education program or activity receiving federal funding, the societal norms in sports have... read more →
Just about every millennial seems to be out and about with a smartphone in pursuit of digital monsters via the "Pokemon Go" game. But players distracted by their smartphones risk... read more →
Osteoporosis is on the rise as 75 million baby boomers approach their golden years. Yet many patients and physicians are not aware of what they can do to prevent, slow... read more →
Surgeries related to overuse elbow injuries, i.e. Tommy John Surgery, are more common among youth athletes than previously believed, according to research presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports... read more →