Rheumatology
Clinical Review
Shoulder Examination of the Overhead Athlete
Original Research
Cadaveric Study of Appropriate Screw Length for Distal Radius Stabilization Using Volar Plate Fixation
We conducted a study to highlight areas of risk with distal radius fixation to prevent occurrence of extensor tendon injury without compromising...
Original Research
Trends in Thumb Carpometacarpal Interposition Arthroplasty in the United States, 2005–2011
We conducted a study to investigate current trends in carpometacarpal (CMC) interposition arthroplasty across time, sex, age, and region of the...
Tips
Simultaneous Bilateral Functional Radiography in Ulnar Collateral Ligament Lesion of the Thumb: An Original Technique
In any thumb injury, particularly one caused by hyperabduction, an ulnar collateral ligament lesion (gamekeeper’s or skier’s thumb) must be...
News
Pain, quality of life measures improve more in OA than RA after knee arthroplasty
RA and OA patients improved in almost all outcome measures of pain, function, and HRQoL after recovering from a TKA.
News
CMS proposes comprehensive care initiative for hip and knee replacements
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed a Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement payment model to improve patient outcomes...
Case Reports
Madelung Deformity and Extensor Tendon Rupture
Extensor tendon rupture in chronic Madelung deformity, as a result of tendon attrition on the dislocated distal ulna, is a rare occurrence. It is...
Original Research
Evaluation of 3 Fixation Devices for Tibial-Sided Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft Backup Fixation
We conducted a study to biomechanically evaluate 3 methods of tibial-sided fixation for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: fully threaded...
Original Research
Revision Rotator Cuff Reconstruction for Large Tears With Retraction: A Novel Technique Using Autogenous Tendon and Autologous Marrow
Revision rotator cuff reconstruction for large tears with retraction results in a high rate of recurrent cuff tearing. To try to obtain more...
Tips
Closed Reduction of Subacute Patellar Dislocation Using Saline Joint Insufflation: A Technical Trick
Patellar dislocations often spontaneously reduce or are reduced easily by experienced professionals. However, some dislocations can prove...
Clinical Review
Fish Oil and Osteoarthritis: Current Evidence
According to the 2005 US census, osteoarthritis (OA) was the leading cause of disability in the United States, affecting more than 50 million...