Genetic study explores the microbiome of hip and knee osteoarthritis
Next-generation DNA sequencing (NGS) techniques show the presence of bacterial DNA in surgical specimens of hip and knee arthritis, from patients undergoing first-time total joint arthroplasty, reports a study in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.
Ready, set, go: New study shows how marathon running affects different foot muscles
With the current trend of fitness consciousness, many people have taken up long-distance running as a part of their exercise regime.
Baseball season is here: Watch out for UCL tears
Spring brings with it the joy of baseball, but too much of a good thing can lead to elbow injuries in young pitchers.
5 Reasons Your Knee Still Hurts After Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic knee surgery is used to treat knee conditions, including cartilage injuries, meniscus tears, and ligament problems.1 Because it uses several small incisions rather than a large one, people tend to return to their activities more quickly and with less pain. But that's not true for everyone.
Short Term Outcomes (Average Follow-Up of 2.4 Years) of a Constrained Acetabular Liner in Primary and Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty
As instability continues to be a burden post-total hip arthroplasty (THA), there has been a controversial discussion on the ideal implant choice. We report the outcomes of a modern constrained acetabular liner (CAL) system in primary and revision THA at an average follow-up of 2.4 years.
