Tag: Knee Problems
Thromboprophylaxis Not Effective After Knee Arthroplasty, Casting
Does not prevent venous thromboembolism after knee arthroplasty, casting of lower leg
Barriers Identified in Current Knee Osteoarthritis Care
Most frequently cited barriers were in domains of patient and health care professional
External Knee Adduction Moment Predicts Contact Forces in ACL
Significant contributions for vertical ground reaction force, co-contraction in uninvolved limb only
Radiofrequency Neurotomy Efficient in Knee Osteoarthritis
Radiofrequency neurotomy of genicular nerves safe and efficient in knee osteoarthritis pain
Surgery Not Always Necessary for Meniscal Tears
Researchers suggest exercise will work on its own
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stromal Cells May Ease Knee OA
Single intra-articular injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal cells can improve pain, mobility
Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
Hip, Vertebral Fracture Risk May Jump Post Knee Replacement
Swedish study found that people with new knees had slight increase in spinal fractures, too
Boston Children’s Hospital Unveils Novel ACL Repair Method
Preliminary study assessed the safety of the technique
Analgesics Plus Exercise Therapy Feasible for Knee OA
Seventy-eight percent of patients could participate in exercise protocol after analgesic use
