Orthopaedics
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High calcium may not protect bones
Women who increase their calcium intake may not be protecting themselves from bone fracture or osteoporosis, say researchers. Read more
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Plasma test for knee pain
A technique used to promote healing after surgery might provide relief for knee pain, doctors believe. Read more
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Wooden toes helped Egyptians walk
How did ancient Egyptians walk? Some used prosthetic toes, according to British researchers. Read more
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New hope for paraplegia movement
British engineers have helped developed a revolutionary micro-device to help people with paraplegia move their legs, it was announced today. Read more
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Mars mission faces muscle challenge
Astronauts who set out for Mars would face catastrophic wasting of their muscles, researchers have revealed. Read more
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Grow your own joints
Doctors may one day be able to get patients who need hip and knee replacements to grow their own parts – within the body, scientists reported today. Read more
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Genes blight sunlight boost for some
Some people are resistant to the sunlight vitamin which plays a key role in bone health, researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Seat-belts and air-bags not safe enough
Seat-belts and air-bags in cars save lives – but also injure hundreds of drivers, a British accident specialist has warned. Read more
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Knee op may cause phantom pain
Patients who have knee replacements may suffer from phantom pain – and this could be tackled before the operation, a British researcher has told a major European conference. Read more
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Doubts over vit D therapy
Vitamin D has been touted as a treatment for fragile bones – but a new analysis warns it may increase the rate of injuries among the elderly. Read more