Information Technology as Communication
April 12, 2012
The power of communication and connectivity is stronger than ever before, and healthcare providers should capitalize on the technological opportunities that exist today.
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Conference Coverage: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2012
April 5, 2012
The 2012 annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons was held from February 7-11 in San Francisco. The features below highlight just some of the studies that emerged from the meeting.
>> Analyzing Deep SSIs in Total Hip …
The Changing Tide of Knee Arthroscopy in the U.S.
October 25, 2011
New research shows that the number of arthroscopic knee procedures increased by nearly 50% between 1996 and 2006, a finding that may have important implications for surgeon workloads and outcomes.
OPINION ARTICLES
Preventing Falls in the Elderly: Updated Guidelines
February 28, 2012
Falls are one of the most common health problems experienced by older adults and are a common cause of loss of functional independence. Studies show that unintended injuries are the fifth leading cause of death in the elderly, and falls …
Symptom Duration in Lumbar Disc Herniation
February 21, 2012
A lumbar disc herniation occurs when part of the jellylike material in the center of a disc between two vertebrae in the lower back forces its way through a weakened area of the disc and pushes on a nerve. Patients …
Patient Safety & Orthopaedic Surgery Residents
December 6, 2011
Healthcare institutions are being pressured to become highly reliable and to apply systems-based approaches to address patient safety. Issues unique to surgical training may influence the safety climate.
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Most Americans Using Alternative Therapies: Consumer Reports
August 5, 2011
A Consumer Reports survey found that while most Americans would choose prescription drugs to treat 12 common conditions, roughly 75% partake in alternative therapies, such as yoga and acupuncture.…
Report: 20% of Orthopedic Surgeons’ Imaging Orders Are Defensive
February 28, 2011
About 20% of scans ordered by orthopedic surgeons appear to be “defensive imaging,” primarily ordered to avoid malpractice litigation, according to a report presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons held in San Diego earlier …
Joint Pain Unresolved with Glucosamine and Chondroitin
September 24, 2010
Over the past 10 years, general practitioners and rheumatologists have commonly prescribed glucosamine and chondroitin supplements to relieve joint pain in patients. Many patients buy the supplements over-the-counter. In 2008, $2 billion worth of glucosamine supplements were sold worldwide — …
NEWS BRIEFS
Comparing Transfusion Strategies in High-Risk Hip Surgery
April 24, 2012
Using a liberal transfusion strategy following hip fracture surgery in elderly patients with high cardiovascular risks appears to result in similar outcomes to those using a more restrictive transfusion strategy. Findings from a randomized study demonstrated that utilizing a liberal …
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