Non-specific chronic low back pain: differences in spinal kinematics in subgroups during functional tasks
Non-specific chronic low back pain: differences in spinal kinematics in subgroups during functional tasks Hemming, R., Sheeran, L., van Deursen, R. et al. Eur Spine J (2018) 27: 163. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-017-5217-1 Abstract Purpose A multidimensional classification approach suggests that motor control impairment subgroups exist in non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP). Differences in sitting lumbar posture […]
Uneven intervertebral motion sharing is related to disc degeneration and is greater in patients with chronic, non-specific low back pain: an in vivo, cross-sectional cohort comparison of intervertebral dynamics using quantitative fluoroscopy
Uneven intervertebral motion sharing is related to disc degeneration and is greater in patients with chronic, non-specific low back pain: an in vivo, cross-sectional cohort comparison of intervertebral dynamics using quantitative fluoroscopy Breen, A. & Breen, A. Eur Spine J (2018) 27: 145. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-017-5155-y Abstract Purpose Evidence of intervertebral mechanical markers in chronic, non-specific […]
Distraction arthrodesis of the sacroiliac joint: 2-year results of a descriptive prospective multi-center cohort study in 171 patients
Distraction arthrodesis of the sacroiliac joint: 2-year results of a descriptive prospective multi-center cohort study in 171 patients Fuchs, V. & Ruhl, B. Eur Spine J (2018) 27: 194. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-017-5313-2 Abstract Purpose The aim of the given study was to evaluate the long-term outcomes of patients undergoing sacroiliac joint (SIJ) distraction arthrodesis to treat SIJ-related […]
FDG-PET/CT for differentiating between aseptic and septic delayed union in the lower extremity
FDG-PET/CT for differentiating between aseptic and septic delayed union in the lower extremity van Vliet, K.E., de Jong, V.M., Termaat, M.F. et al. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg (2018) 138: 189. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-017-2806-8 Abstract Background 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (18F-FDG) positron emission tomography (PET)/computed tomography (CT) has proven to have a high diagnostic accuracy for the detection of […]
Single-leg spica provides adequate stability after open reduction in developmental dysplasia of the hip
Single-leg spica provides adequate stability after open reduction in developmental dysplasia of the hip Alassaf, N. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg (2018) 138: 173. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-017-2845-1 Abstract Introduction The late detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) will remain a major concern in some parts of the world until effective screening programs become available. With […]
The IOC consensus statement: beyond the Female Athlete Triad—Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
Consensus statement Mountjoy M, Sundgot-Borgen J, Burke L, et al The IOC consensus statement: beyond the Female Athlete Triad—Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) Br J Sports Med 2014;48:491-497. Abstract Protecting the health of the athlete is a goal of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The IOC convened an expert panel to update the 2005 IOC Consensus Statement on the Female […]
Evidence-Based Recommendations for Spine Surgery
Spine Evidence-Based Recommendations for Spine Surgery Alexander R. Vaccaro, MD, PhD, MBA; Charles G. Fisher, MD; Alpesh A. Patel, MD, FACS; Srinivas K. Prasad, MD; John Chi, MD, MPH; Kishore Mulpuri, MBBS, MHSc; Kenneth C. Thomas, MD, MHSc; Peter G. Whang, MD, FACS Spine. 2017;42(7):E435-E442. Abstract and Introduction Introduction While the efficacy of surgical treatment […]
Sham Surgery Versus Labral Repair or Biceps Tenodesis for Type II SLAP Lesions of the Shoulder
British Journal of Sports Medicine Sham Surgery Versus Labral Repair or Biceps Tenodesis for Type II SLAP Lesions of the Shoulder A Three-Armed Randomised Clinical Trial Cecilie Piene Schrøder; Øystein Skare; Olav Reikerås; Petter Mowinckel; Jens Ivar Brox Br J Sports Med. 2017;51(24):1759-1766. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Background Labral repair and biceps tenodesis are routine operations for […]
Should Exercises be Painful in the Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain?
Should Exercises be Painful in the Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Benjamin E Smith; Paul Hendrick; Toby O Smith; Marcus Bateman; Fiona Moffatt; Michael S Rathleff; James Selfe; Pip Logan Annals of Surgery. 2017;51(23):1679-1687. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Background Chronic musculoskeletal disorders are a prevalent and costly global health issue. A […]
Risk Factors for Reoperation in Patients Treated Surgically for Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Risk Factors for Reoperation in Patients Treated Surgically for Degenerative Spondylolisthesis A Subanalysis of the 8-Year Data From the SPORT Trial Michael C. Gerling, MD; Dante Leven, DO; Peter G. Passias, MD; Virginie Lafage, PhD; Kristina Bianco, BA; Alexandra Lee, BSN; Tamara S. Morgan, MA; Jon D. Lurie, MD MS; Tor D. Tosteson, ScD; Wenyan […]
