Rheumatology
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Graft Choice in ACL Reconstruction May Affect Revision Rates
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Management of the Biconcave (B2) Glenoid in Shoulder Arthroplasty: Technical Considerations
Reconstruction of the biconcave (B2) glenoid presents a challenging clinical problem that has been associated with poor clinical outcomes and...
Clinical Review
Robotic-Assisted Knee Arthroplasty: An Overview
Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty are reliable treatment options for osteoarthritis. In order to improve survivorship...
Conference Coverage
Guideline change advocated on using acetaminophen for OA
Key clinical point: Acetaminophen has minimal effects on pain and physical function in patients with hip and knee osteoarthritis. Major finding:...
Conference Coverage
Less symptomatic patients ‘worse off’ after knee surgery
Key clinical point: Patients with milder osteoarthritis can fare worse after knee replacement surgery, and the cost-effectiveness of the procedure...
Original Research
Evaluation of Internet Information About Rotator Cuff Repair
The content and quality of Internet websites are not governed or regulated. Therefore, patients who consult the Internet may receive outdated or...
News
How physicians can reverse the opioid crisis
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New CDC opioid guideline targets overprescribing for chronic pain
Nonopioid therapy is the preferred approach to manage chronic pain outside of active cancer, palliative, and end-of-life care, the CDC said.
Original Research
Partial Flexor Tendon Laceration Assessment: Interobserver and Intraobserver Reliability
Accurate assessment of partial-thickness flexor tendon lacerations in the hand is difficult owing to the subjectivity of evaluation. In this...
Original Research
In Vivo Measurement of Rotator Cuff Tear Tension: Medial Versus Lateral Footprint Position
We conducted a study to evaluate in vivo tension applied to the rotator cuff tendon positioned at the medial versus lateral footprint during...
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Meniscal Root Tears: Identification and Repair
Intact menisci are capable of converting the axial load of tibiofemoral contact into hoop stress that protects the knee joint. Total meniscectomy...