Arthritis Rate ID’d After Posterior Shoulder Stabilization
Incidence of glenohumeral arthritis 1.7 per 100 person-years for posterior shoulder instability requiring surgical fixation
Meniscal Implant May Ease Post-Partial Meniscectomy Pain
Greater improvements in KOOS Overall and KOOS Pain seen in patients receiving synthetic medial meniscus implant versus nonsurgical care
Factors ID’d for Six-Year Outcomes of ACL Revision Surgery
Use of interference screw versus cross-pin for femoral fixation linked to better outcomes at six years
Orthopedic Surgery May Not Be More Effective Than Nonsurgical Alternatives
For six of the 10 most common elective orthopedic procedures, evidence showed no benefit over nonoperative care
Benefit, Safety of Muscle Relaxants for Low Back Pain Uncertain
Findings based on large literature review and meta-analysis
U.S. Cancer Mortality Rates Down From 2014 to 2018
Decrease seen for 11 of the 19 most common cancers among men and for 14 of the 20 most common cancers among women
Patient Engagement May Not Drive Return to In-Person Visits
Findings seen among patients receiving letter during reopening following cancellation of in-person care during COVID-19
Recommended Therapy for Low Back Pain May Cut Lost Workdays
Adherence to guideline-recommended interventions linked to fewer lost workdays in workers with acute low back pain injuries
Multiple Physical Morbidities Tied to Later Mental Health Disorders
People with two or more physical health conditions are at higher risk for developing depression, anxiety
Biden Administration Pushes Forward With Law on Surprise Medical Bills
Proposed provisions would more clearly outline charges to be expected during medical emergencies, offer protections to consumers
