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Use of gabapentinoids may be associated with increased risk of hip fracture
Use of gabapentinoids may be associated with increased risk of hip fracture
Source: HealioAccording to published results, the use of gabapentinoids may be associated with an increased risk of hip fractures in older, frail patients and patients with chronic kidney disease.
Labrum SLAP Tear
Labrum SLAP Tear
Source: WebMDYour labrum is soft tissue that connects the socket part of the scapula (called the glenoid) with the head of the humerus. A tear in the labrum results in insufficient cushioning between those bones.
Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options
Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options
Source: Medical XpressKnee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren't limited to competitive athletes. In our everyday lives, an accident or a quick movement in the wrong direction can injure the knee and require medical treatment. A quarter of the adult population worldwide experiences knee pain each year
Hip implant study identifies materials with the lowest risk of needing revision
Hip implant study identifies materials with the lowest risk of needing revision
Source: Medical XpressHip implants with a delta ceramic or oxidized zirconium head and highly crosslinked polyethylene liner or cup had the lowest risk of revision during the 15 years after surgery, a new study led by the University of Bristol has found.
Soccer heading may cause more damage to the brain than previously thought
Soccer heading may cause more damage to the brain than previously thought
Source: Medical XpressHeading is a widely used technique in soccer where the players control the direction of the ball by hitting it with their head. In recent years, research has been done that suggests a link between repeated head impacts and neurodegenerative diseases, such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
Feel a pop, then pain in your knee? It could be an ACL tear
Feel a pop, then pain in your knee? It could be an ACL tear
Source: Medical XpressYou're playing tag with your kids, hitting a fast tennis return shot, landing after a gymnastics vault, evading a football tackle or jumping off a rock onto the beach. Suddenly, you feel a pop in your knee, then immediate pain followed by swelling. You may have just injured or torn your anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL.
What to Know About Shoulder Sprains and Strains
What to Know About Shoulder Sprains and Strains
Source: WebMDShoulder sprains and strains are both injuries that can happen due to overuse of or trauma to the shoulder. While the symptoms of the two are similar, they involve different types of tissue within your body. Damage to these tissues can make it hard to move and use your shoulder.
Lidocaine may reduce pain at time of corticosteroid injection for hand, wrist conditions
Lidocaine may reduce pain at time of corticosteroid injection for hand, wrist condition
Source: HealioPatients who received lidocaine at the time of corticosteroid injection for hand and wrist conditions experienced lower pain intensity compared with those who did not receive lidocaine, according to presented results.
Catalyst OrthoScience receives FDA 510(k) clearance of proximal humerus fracture system
Catalyst OrthoScience receives FDA 510(k) clearance of proximal humerus fracture syste
Source: HealioCatalyst OrthoScience announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the Catalyst shoulder fracture system for patients with proximal humerus fractures, according to a company press release.
Revolutionizing cartilage repair: The role of macrophages and hyaluronic acid in healing injuries
Revolutionizing cartilage repair: The role of macrophages and hyaluronic acid in healing injuries
Source: Medical XpressInjuries of the knee resulting in damage to cartilage affect approximately 900,000 Americans annually, resulting in more than 200,000 surgical procedures. These injuries are frequently associated with pain, diminished joint functionality, and reduced quality of life.
