Orthopaedics
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Little benefit from surgery for sciatica
Treating sciatica with surgery may not benefit patients over the long term, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Breath controls revolutionary hand prosthesis design
A new hand prosthesis is cable-free and controlled by the user’s breathing, researchers have announced. Read more
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Trial to start evaluating robotic assisted hip surgery
A world first study will seek to evaluate the benefits of robotic assisted hip surgery, it has been announced. Read more
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Joint replacement report shows “continued success”
An annual report has been released showing the outcomes of joint replacement procedures. Read more
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Nanoscale bone inflexibility link to hip fracture risk
Flexibility and density in the bone nanostructure need to be assessed together to estimate how likely someone is to suffer fractures, according to new research. Read more
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Call for changes to infant hip screening
Orthopaedic experts are calling for the reassessment of national guidelines relating to new-born and infant developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) screening, following the findings of a 15-year study. Read more
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Astronaut experiment for spine health
A space medicine research programme could help develop treatments for spinal postural deconditioning, according to a UK-based team. Read more
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Children’s multivitamins lack recommended vitamin D levels
Most of the multivitamin products aimed at children do not provide the recommended dose of vitamin D, researchers warn today. Read more
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Injury risk of female athletes ‘linked to abuse’
The risk of injury among female track and field athletes can be linked to their history of sexual and/or physical abuse, a Swedish study claims today. Read more
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Study backs single stage treatment for peri-prosthetic hip infection
A one-stage procedure may be the best way to treat an infected hip replacement, according to a new analysis. Read more