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Therapeutic Evaluation of Intra-articular Platelet-Rich Plasma, Steroid, and Viscosupplement Injections for Sacroiliitis
Sacroiliitis is a well-recognized cause of axial low back pain and significantly contributes to chronic cases seen in orthopedic and pain clinics.
Source: Cureus
Anterior Hip Anatomy for the Open Hip Preservation Surgeon
Supine, anterior-based hip surgery has been popularized over the last few decades, not just for arthroplasty but also for hip preservation indications. Hip surgeons have employed anterior approaches to safely perform periacetabular osteotomy (PAO), femoral osteochondroplasty, and open reduction of femoral neck fractures while minimizing the risk of disrupting blood supply to the femoral head, often in a muscle-sparing manner.
Source: ScienceDirect
Foot and ankle biomaterials: a comprehensive review of current applications, challenges, and future directions
Metallic biomaterials enable successful reconstruction and fixation of skeletal tissues by supporting repair, load-bearing function, and anatomical alignment in foot and ankle surgery. However, the unique anatomic and biomechanical demands of this region, combined with challenging pathologies such as flatfoot and Charcot neuroarthropathy, present distinct challenges, with effective intervention requiring targeted biomaterial solutions and precise indications.
Let them move: Early range of motion and rehabilitation after fixation of medial epicondyle fractures in adolescent athletes
Medial epicondyle fractures account for 11%-20% of pediatric elbow fractures. While nonoperative treatment is effective, surgery is often recommended for overhead athletes to enhance union rates, valgus stability, and expedited return to sporting activities. Postoperative recovery protocols vary, with traditionally up to 2 weeks of strict immobilization and rehabilitation lasting 6-12 months. This study evaluates the early range of motion (ROM) and accelerated rehabilitation in high-performing youth athletes undergoing surgical fixation.
Safe and reproducible knee posterolateral portal development using an arthroscopic inside-out technique: A technical note and retrospective case series of current technique
There have been many variations of knee arthroscopy posterolateral portal establishment techniques, yet few reports of associated complications. The objective of this study was to describe a standardized inside-out posterolateral portal development technique and to report data on its safety.
Source: Journal of ISAKOS