J Am Acad Orthop Surg. September 2012 ; 20 (9) Kelly L. Vanderhave, MD, Michelle S. Caird, MD, Mark Hake, MD, Robert N. Hensinger, MD, Andrew G. Urquhart, MD, Selina Silva, MD and Frances A. Farley, …
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Jonathan Thorndike Deland Abstract
Hallux rigidus is the most common degenerative joint pathology of the foot. Untreated, it may result in notable limit…
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Manifestations and Management
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Addisu Mesfin Abstract
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by a homozygous deletion in the SMN1 gene and is manifest…
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Reid W. Draeger Abstract
Flexor tendon sheath infections of the hand must be diagnosed and treated expeditiously to avoid poor clinical outcomes. Knowl…
Implantable Sensor Technology: From Research to Clinical Practice
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Eric H. Ledet Abstract
For decades, implantable sensors have been used in research to provide comprehensive understanding of the biomechanics of the hum…
Scapular Dyskinesis and Its Relation to Shoulder Injury
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 W. Benjamin Kibler Abstract
The scapula plays a key role in nearly every aspect of normal shoulder function. Scapular dyskinesisaltered scapular posit…
The Spine-injured Patient: Initial Assessment and Emergency Treatment
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Rowan Schouten Abstract
Failure to recognize spinal column or spinal cord injuries, or improper treatment of them, can have catastrophic and often irrev…
The Musculoskeletal Effects of Perioperative Smoking
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Evan Argintar Abstract
Although the carcinogenic consequences of smoking are well known, further research is needed on the effects of smoking on muscul…
J Am Acad Orthop Surg June 2012 vol. 20 no. 6 Kevin J. Bozic, MD Abstract
This Technology Overview was prepared using systematic review methodology and summarizes the findings of studies published a…
Timothy B. Rapp J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Abstract
Aneurysmal bone cysts are rare skeletal tumors that most commonly occur in the first two decades of life. They primarily develop about the k…
Rahul Banerjee J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Abstract
Fractures of the calcaneal tuberosity are relatively uncommon and are seen most frequently in elderly and diabetic patients. These injuries …
Management of Pediatric Trigger Thumb and Trigger Finger
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Apurva S. Shah America. Abstract
Pediatric trigger thumb and trigger finger represent distinct conditions and should not be treated like adult acquired trigger fin…
Medial Epicondyle Fractures in the Pediatric Population
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Hilton P. Gottschalk Abstract
Humeral medial epicondyle fractures in the pediatric population account for up to 20% of elbow fractures, 60% of which are associated w…
The Hill-Sachs Lesion: Diagnosis, Classification, and Management
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Matthew T. Provencher, Abstract
The Hill-Sachs lesion is an osseous defect of the humeral head that is typically associated with anterior shoulder instability. The …
Radiographic Analysis of Spondylolisthesis and Sagittal Spinopelvic Deformity
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Ying Li
Abstract Traditional radiographic analysis of spondylolisthesis focuses on the regional sagittal deformity at the lumbosacral junction. Pelvic morphology has…
Modularity of the Femoral Component in Total Hip Arthroplasty
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Anand Srinivasan Abstract
Modular femoral components have been developed to aid in recreating native femoral version, limb length, and offset in total hip arthroplas…
Management of Supracondylar Humerus Fractures in Children: Current Concepts
J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Joshua M. Abzug
Abstract Supracondylar humerus fractures are the most common elbow fractures in the pediatric population. Type I fractures are managed nonsur…
J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Michael V. Birman
Abstract Factitious disorders of the upper extremity can manifest in many different forms; therefore, it is critical to recognize warning s…
