Orthopedics

Not a huge benefit, study finds, but could be a step toward more consistent follow-up care

Medicare data reveal a surprising (and modifiable) risk factor

Certain treatment regimens associated with increased risk of fracture

Oral retinoid lands indication for fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva

Outcomes were mixed, depending on the operation

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Patients report similar quality of life at 1 year with either option

A 52-year-old woman presented to the doctor with left anterior ankle pain and foot swelling, decreased range of motion, and gait disturbance that had developed steadily over the past 4-6 weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

Spinal curvature associated with cardiac strain, compression

Members unimpressed with efficacy, safety data

Advisory committee to consider novel product in Thursday meeting

Let's reexamine the current approach to treatment

MISHA Knee System indicated for medial knee osteoarthritis not advanced enough for arthroplasty