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Discharging patients to home after Total Joint Replacement may be safe, even when they live alone
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Data from a study published in the Jan. 17 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery suggest that it may be safe for total joint arthroplasty (TJA) patients to be discharged directly home, even if they live alone.
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13th Hanover Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty Course
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2 days only shoulder. Live surgeries. Live clinical examination. Live indication for surgeryCongress language German (simultaneous translation into English)
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Preoperative PT intervention linked to reduced PT time for certain arthroplasty patients
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According to a study published in the January issue of the journal Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, a one-on-one preoperative physical therapy (PT) education session along with web-based information may help reduce time to PT discharge for patients undergoing unilateral total hip arthroplasty (THA) or total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
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Where does degenerative rotator cuff tears (RCTs) generally initiate?
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Findings from a study conducted in Korea and published online in The American Journal of Sports Medicine suggest that many degenerative rotator cuff tears (RCTs) may originate from approximately 9 to 10 mm posterior to the biceps tendon.
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Different Mobility Aids and Their Indications
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In a nutshell, mobility aids are devices that help you walk or move around thus giving you more freedom to perform simple activities on your own. According to the United States Census Bureau, ⅔ of people 65 years and older experience difficulty in walking or climbing the stairs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on the other hand, report that about 18.2 million adults are unable or find it very difficult to walk a quarter mile. And although 6 million of those with mobility issues are the elderly, it’s still not just a problem of old age. Mobility problems can also result from accidents and occupational and sports-related injuries.
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Five Natural Ways to Speed Up Muscle Recovery
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After an intense workout or even a long day doing chores, it’s normal to experience sore muscles. In most cases, muscle soreness goes away after a day or two. However, if you’ve got lingering soreness, it might be tempting to take an over-the-counter analgesic like ibuprofen. While these medications are fine on occasion, it’s also important to look for other, natural ways to relieve your pain. Long-term use of over-the-counter painkillers can lead to disorders like intestinal permeability that hinder your body’s ability to absorb nutrients. Before you reach for ibuprofen or another painkiller, try one of these five natural alternatives to speed up your muscle recovery.
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Northwestern 2018-2019 Research Fellowship
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The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery announces a one-year research fellowship position in basic science and translational research. We invite highly motivated medical students or recent graduates to apply for this opportunity.
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American Hip Institute Research Foundation (AHIRF)- Clinical Research Internship 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024
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Clinical Research Internship in Orthopedic Surgery, focussing on Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction Candidates: Undergraduate / M1-M3 Position: Full-Time Clinical Research Intern Assistant to Dr. Benjamin Domb, MD, and Dr. Ajay C. Lall, MD, MS Location: American Hip Institute; Des Plaines, IL
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Introduction of bDMARDs associated with overall decrease in TKA
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Data from a study conducted in Denmark and published online in the journal The BMJ suggest that introduction of biological disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) may have been linked to a decrease in incidence of total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
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Communication strategy may help ease patient concerns regarding diagnostic uncertainty
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A study published online in the International Journal for Quality in Health Care suggests that the way diagnostic uncertainty is communicated may affect patient perceptions of trust and physician competence.
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