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Arthroscopic repair of posterosuperior massive rotator cuff tears provides good clinical outcomes despite high re-tear rate in the mid-term
Arthroscopic repair of posterosuperior MRCT provides significant pain and function improvement. Despite a high retear rate, mid-term clinical results remain favorable, with low complication and revision rates.
Source: JSES International
Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research Trends
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) represents a major cause of pain and disability among older adults. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has emerged as a promising biologic therapy aimed at modulating inflammation and promoting cartilage repair. As the clinical use of PRP has expanded, a rapidly growing body of literature has developed examining its efficacy and mechanisms of action in knee OA. Bibliometric analysis provides a useful method to evaluate research productivity, collaborative networks, and emerging trends within a scientific field.
Source: Orthopedic Reviews
7 Types of Exercise That Help Improve Bone Density Naturally
Bone loss can begin in your 30s. However, your bones are living tissue that respond to weight-bearing exercises by getting stronger. Whether you enjoy lifting weights, hiking trails, or playing pickleball, the right combination of exercises can improve your bone density.
Source: Verywell Health
Best Exercises for Acute Pain
When you have acute pain, it may seem like the last thing you should do is exercise. But depending on the pain, certain movements can be a great idea, provided you get the green light from your doctor.
Source: Everyday Health
One of the world`s most common knee surgeries does not help and may even be harmful
Trimming a degenerated meniscus, or partial meniscectomy, is one the most common orthopedic surgeries in the world. Partial meniscectomy does not improve patient symptoms or function, reveals a 10-year follow-up of the FIDELITY, a placebo-surgery controlled trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Source: Medical Xpress
