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Allograft ACL reconstruction had higher revision rate in patients younger than 34 years
Allograft ACL reconstruction had higher revision rate in patients younger than 34 years
Source: HealioWhile ACL reconstruction with an allograft was associated with a high risk of revision in younger patients, it may be an acceptable choice for older patients who are not athletes, according to a presenter here.
How Depression Affects Hand And Arm Symptoms
How Depression Affects Hand And Arm Symptoms
Source: HandCare (ASSH)Studies have shown that 1 in 8 patients who see a hand surgeon have symptoms of depression. This means that many patients can have hand issues and depression at the same time.
Achilles Tendon Rupture Test: Diagnosis and Treatment
Achilles Tendon Rupture Test: Diagnosis and Treatment
Source: healthnewsThe Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, also known as the calcaneus. If the Achilles tendon ruptures, a specific test can be done — the Achilles tendon rupture test, also called the Thompson test or calf squeeze test. Since the Achilles tendon is essential for walking and running, a tear necessitates starting treatment as soon as possible.
Common to Serious Arm Pain Causes
Common to Serious Arm Pain Causes
Source: Verywell HealthArm pain can be in the upper or lower arm. You may feel arm pain on the outside of your shoulder. Arm pain can also travel further down the arm toward the elbow.
5 Long-Term Problems After Meniscus Surgery
5 Long-Term Problems After Meniscus Surgery
Source: Verywell HealthAlthough arthroscopic surgery of the meniscus is minimally invasive, you may still experience knee pain after surgery. For some people, other problems can occur after surgery, such as arthritis, re-injury, incomplete rehabilitation, and more.
Genetic study explores the microbiome of hip and knee osteoarthritis
Genetic study explores the microbiome of hip and knee osteoarthritis
Source: Medical XpressNext-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
Ready, set, go: New study shows how marathon running affects different foot muscles
Source: Medical XpressWith the current trend of fitness consciousness, many people have taken up long-distance running as a part of their exercise regime. They also participate in various local, national, and global marathons. But marathon running can lead to muscular fatigue and damage in the foot muscles, which can in turn lead to chronic pain or injuries.
Active older adults with distal radius fractures may benefit from surgical treatment
Active older adults with distal radius fractures may benefit from surgical treatment
Source: HealioSustaining a [distal radius fracture] may impose severe restrictions on lifestyle for those who are active despite their chronological age. These individuals can benefit from surgical treatment, which enables earlier return to daily function.
What Is a Sprained Wrist?
What Is a Sprained Wrist?
Source: Verywell HealthA sprained wrist is an injury that affects the ligaments, which are soft tissue structures connecting bone to bone. These injuries range in severity and often occur with trauma, such as a fall, or during sports activities. Mild wrist sprains usually heal within a few weeks, but severe injuries can require surgery.
Elbow fractures: Surgery or not?
Elbow fractures: Surgery or not?
Source: Orthopedics This WeekA new study, indeed, a critical analysis review, looked at a particular type of elbow fracture, the olecranon fractures, which typically are complicated by the fact they may involve multiple fragments and create ulnohumeral instability, and asked the question, should these patients be treated surgically or not?
