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Farmers are not just the backbone of a nation they may have stronger hips too
Researchers find that male Swedish farmers have a significantly lower risk of hip fracture, possibly due to their high levels of physical activityOn : 26-May-2016- Source : Science Daily -
Osteoarthritis carbohydratebinding protein promotes inflammation
In a study that was recently published in theJournal of Immunology, MedUni Vienna researchers managed to identify the function of galectin-1 for the first time worldwide and established that the carbohydrate-binding protein controlsinflammation in the afOn : 26-May-2016- Source : Medical News Today -
Threaded pin likely offers reliable fixation for articular distal radius fractures
Use of a threaded pin in the treatment of extra-articular and simple articular distal radius fractures offered reliable fracture fixation, according to study results.On : 26-May-2016- Source : Healio -
On : 26-May-2016- Source : Healio
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Patients with longer vertebral augmentation procedures have poorer postoperative quality of life study finds
Among pain-related and depression-related quality of life measures, longer operative time, younger age and increased time from fracture to surgery were found to negatively impact the minimally clinically important differences seen in patients after vertebOn : 26-May-2016- Source : Healio -
Benefits of stem cells for treating spinal cord injuries assessed
Stem cell therapy is a rapidly evolving and promising treatment for spinal-cord injuries. According to a new literature review, published in the April issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (JAAOS), different types of stem celOn : 26-May-2016- Source : Science Daily -
Researchers find possible treatment for suppressed immunity from spine injuries
Scientists report in Nature Neuroscience they have identified an underlying cause of dangerous immune suppression in people with high level spinal cord injuries and they propose a possible treatment.On : 26-May-2016- Source : Medical Xpress -
Young baseball players could benefit from preseason arm injury prevention programs
Preseason prevention programs are beneficial to young baseball pitchers, according to new research. The study, the first to analyze a well-monitored preseason training program, showed numerous arm flexibility and strength improvements in participating athOn : 06-Apr-2016- Source : Science Daily -
AAOS recommends a multifaceted approach to diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome
New guidelines approved by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Board of Directors recommend the collective use of a thorough patient history and specific physical examination maneuvers, in addition to observation and specific diagnostic teOn : 06-Apr-2016- Source : Medical Xpress