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Orthopedics & Sports medicine
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Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before
Can smells improve your athletic performance?

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p
Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

by University of ReadingCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new treatment for chronic pain from osteoarthritis has been trialled following clinical research conducted by the Royal Berkshire Hospital and U

Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

by University of ReadingCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new treatment for chronic pain from osteoarthritis has been trialled following clinical research conducted by the Royal Berkshire Hospital and U
Osteoporosis: A Silent Threat to Women’s Health

Osteoporosis: A Silent Threat to Women’s Health

According to recent statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation, worldwide, 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 years and 1 in 5 men will experience osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime.

Osteoporosis: A Silent Threat to Women’s Health

According to recent statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation, worldwide, 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 years and 1 in 5 men will experience osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime.
Death rate after hip, knee replacements has dropped sharply, study finds

Death rate after hip, knee replacements has dropped sharply, study finds

by Amy Norton, Healthday ReporterExperts credit advances in post-surgical care for lower risk.(HealthDay)—The risk of death from hip- or knee-replacement surgery has dropped substantially in recent ye

Death rate after hip, knee replacements has dropped sharply, study finds

by Amy Norton, Healthday ReporterExperts credit advances in post-surgical care for lower risk.(HealthDay)—The risk of death from hip- or knee-replacement surgery has dropped substantially in recent ye
New RA guideline emphasizes maximizing methotrexate and biologics, minimizing steroids

New RA guideline emphasizes maximizing methotrexate and biologics, minimizing steroids

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe American College of Rheumatology (ACR) will preview its 2020 Guideline for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) at ACR Conve

New RA guideline emphasizes maximizing methotrexate and biologics, minimizing steroids

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe American College of Rheumatology (ACR) will preview its 2020 Guideline for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) at ACR Conve
Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

byMcGill UniversityClinical description of affected individuals from Family 1 and 2. a Pedigrees of the two affected families. Black symbols represent affected individuals. b Photographs of the

Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

byMcGill UniversityClinical description of affected individuals from Family 1 and 2. a Pedigrees of the two affected families. Black symbols represent affected individuals. b Photographs of the
Are running shoes getting too good? Why 'technological doping' is a growing concern for professional sports

Are running shoes getting too good? Why 'technological doping' is a growing concern for professional sports

by Shayne Vial,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEvery four years, the best athletes from around the globe converge to battle it out for top honors at the Olympic Games. Athletes

Are running shoes getting too good? Why 'technological doping' is a growing concern for professional sports

by Shayne Vial,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEvery four years, the best athletes from around the globe converge to battle it out for top honors at the Olympic Games. Athletes
Doctor offers tips on how to jump-start your workout

Doctor offers tips on how to jump-start your workout

by Sonya Goins, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe Summer Olympics have started, which might inspire you to be more physically active. But jump-starting your workout routine

Doctor offers tips on how to jump-start your workout

by Sonya Goins, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe Summer Olympics have started, which might inspire you to be more physically active. But jump-starting your workout routine
Herniated Disc Surgery: Overview

Herniated Disc Surgery: Overview

Herniated Disc Surgery: OverviewByBrett Sears, PTUpdated on June 20, 2023Medically reviewed byStuart Hershman, MDFact checked byHeather MercerHerniated discsu

Herniated Disc Surgery: Overview

Herniated Disc Surgery: OverviewByBrett Sears, PTUpdated on June 20, 2023Medically reviewed byStuart Hershman, MDFact checked byHeather MercerHerniated discsu
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c