Current Management of Distal Biceps Tears
Current Management of Distal Biceps Tears Michael Howard, MD. Curr Orthop Pract. 2018;29(2):135-139. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Although not reported to be common, rupture of the distal biceps tendon is an injury that results in a loss of supination and flexion strength. The injury is most commonly caused by eccentric load on a flexed elbow. […]
Intraosseous basivertebral nerve ablation for the treatment of chronic low back pain: a prospective randomized double-blind sham-controlled multi-center study
European Spine Journal May 2018, Volume 27, Issue 5, pp 1146–1156 Intraosseous basivertebral nerve ablation for the treatment of chronic low back pain: a prospective randomized double-blind sham-controlled multi-center study Fischgrund, J.S., Rhyne, A., Franke, J. et al. Eur Spine J (2018) 27: 1146. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-018-5496-1 Abstract Purpose To evaluate the safety and efficacy of radiofrequency (RF) ablation of the […]
MRI histogram analysis enables objective and continuous classification of intervertebral disc degeneration
European Spine Journal May 2018, Volume 27, Issue 5, pp 1042–1048| MRI histogram analysis enables objective and continuous classification of intervertebral disc degeneration Waldenberg, C., Hebelka, H., Brisby, H. et al. Eur Spine J (2018) 27: 1042. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-017-5264-7 Abstract Purpose Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the best diagnostic imaging method for low back pain. However, the technique is currently […]
Compliance With the AAOS Guidelines for Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Compliance With the AAOS Guidelines for Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee A Survey of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Victor Rex Carlson, MD; Alvin Chua Ong, MD; Fabio Ramiro Orozco, MD; Victor Hugo Hernandez, MD, MS; Rex William Lutz, BS; Zachary Douglas Post, […]
All-Polyethylene Tibial Components May Offer Increased Durability Compared to Modular Designs
All-Polyethylene Tibial Components May Offer Increased Durability Compared to Modular Designs By: Peter Pollack Scientific paper looks at long-term survival rates https://www.aaos.org/CustomTemplates/AcadNewsArticle.aspx?id=8993&ssopc=1#.Ws2zxZZQOfw.email Peter Pollack “There are pros and cons to different total knee designs,” said Robert T. Trousdale, MD. “Most of them offer good durability, but we wanted to compare long-term survival and outcomes […]
Performance Indicators in Spine Surgery
Spine Performance Indicators in Spine Surgery Godefroy Hardy St-Pierre, MD, MPH; Michael H. Yang, MD; Jonathan Bourget-Murray, MD; Ken C. Thomas, MD, MHSc; Robin John Hurlbert, MD, PhD; Nikolas Matthes, MD, MPH, PhD. Spine. 2018;43(4):275-280. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Study Design. Systematic review. Objective. To elucidate how performance indicators are currently used in spine surgery. Summary of Background […]
Management of Symptomatic Lumbar Disk Herniation
Spine Management of Symptomatic Lumbar Disk Herniation An International Perspective Pravesh S. Gadjradj, BSc; Mark P. Arts, MD, PhD; Maurits W. van Tulder, PhD; Wim J. R. Rietdijk, PhD; Wilco C. Peul, MD, PhD, MBA; Biswadjiet S. Harhangi, MD, PhD. Spine. 2017;42(23):1826-1834. Abstract and Introduction Abstract The diversity among the current international practice patterns and […]
Septic Arthritis of the Wrist
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Septic Arthritis of the Wrist John D. Jennings, MD; Asif M. Ilyas, MD. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2018;26(4):109-115. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Septic arthritis of the wrist is an uncommon condition, but one that can result in substantial morbidity. Timely identification and treatment is critical to […]
The Utility of Biologics, Osteotomy, and Cartilage Restoration in the Knee
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons The Utility of Biologics, Osteotomy, and Cartilage Restoration in the Knee Rachel M. Frank, MD; Eric J. Cotter, BS; Eric J. Strauss, MD; Andreas H. Gomoll, MD; Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2018;26(1):e11-e25. Abstract and Introduction Abstract The management of complex […]
MANAGEMENT OF HIP FRACTURES IN THE ELDERLY. AAOS guideline 2014
MANAGEMENT OF HIP FRACTURES IN THE ELDERLY EVIDENCE- BASED CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINE Adopted by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors September 5, 2014 Ver Guía en: https://www.aaos.org/cc_files/aaosorg/research/guidelines/hipfxguideline.pdf
