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14-Feb-2024 10:00 AM EST
New HSS Studies Highlight the Benefits of Robotic Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery

The use of robotics is becoming increasingly common in joint replacement, but more research is needed to quantify its benefits.

Released: 12-Feb-2024 10:00 AM EST
HSS Research Evaluates Whether AI Chatbots Provide Reliable Medical Information
Hospital for Special Surgery

Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are more accurate than expected when asked to answer medical questions about spine surgery, but patients still need to use extreme caution when turning to these tools for help with medical decision-making.

Released: 18-Nov-2023 1:05 PM EST
Advances in Knee Replacement Surgery Enable More Patients to Go Home the Same Day
Hospital for Special Surgery

Forgoing a night in the hospital has become increasingly common after knee replacement. HSS experts discuss advances in technology, surgical technique and pain management that make it possible.

14-Nov-2023 12:05 PM EST
HSS Presents New Reproductive Health Research at the ACR Convergence 2023
Hospital for Special Surgery

At this year’s American College of Rheumatology (ACR) annual meeting, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented a number of important studies focused on reproductive health for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other rheumatic diseases, including issues related to fertility, sexual function, use of contraception and HPV vaccination.

13-Nov-2023 5:05 PM EST
New Antiphospholipid Syndrome Research Findings Presented at ACR Convergence 2023
Hospital for Special Surgery

Investigators from the Antiphospholipid Syndrome Alliance for Clinical Trials and International Networking (APS ACTION) presented new research findings in antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2023, the ACR’s annual meeting.

13-Nov-2023 1:05 PM EST
New Study Shows Perception of Aging is Linked to Level of Physical Activity in Arthritis Patients
Hospital for Special Surgery

People with arthritis who report more negative feelings about how they are aging tend to get less physical activity and perceive themselves as less healthy, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Weill Cornell Medicine.

Released: 13-Nov-2023 12:05 PM EST
Study Finds People with Inflammatory Arthritis Face Significant Psychological Challenges in Maintaining Employment
Hospital for Special Surgery

Study reveals significant psychological impact of maintaining employment while coping with inflammatory arthritis.

Released: 12-Nov-2023 1:05 PM EST
HSS Research Shows Obesity Is Associated with Worse Flare Symptoms and Quality of Life in People with Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
Hospital for Special Surgery

Obesity is correlated with more severe disease flare symptoms and poorer outcomes in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis.

Released: 12-Nov-2023 12:05 PM EST
A High-Risk Antiphospholipid Antibody Profile Matters in Pediatric Patients with Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Hospital for Special Surgery

Study finds high-risk antiphospholipid antibody profile in pediatric APS patients tends to remain high, indicating elevated risk of serious health problems

Newswise: Get Off on the Right Foot: Advice When Buying Back-to-School Shoes for Kids
Released: 4-Aug-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Get Off on the Right Foot: Advice When Buying Back-to-School Shoes for Kids
Hospital for Special Surgery

If the back-to-school shopping list includes a new pair of sneakers, it’s important to choose a shoe with good support that fits well, say pediatric orthopedic surgeons at HSS. They provide tips on what to look for when buying new shoes for young people. Hint: they don't have to cost a lot.

Newswise: Movement as Medicine: The Many Health Benefits of Dancing
Released: 30-Jun-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Movement as Medicine: The Many Health Benefits of Dancing
Hospital for Special Surgery

HSS doctor/ballroom dancer discusses the many physical and psychological benefits of dancing. She provides tips to prevent injury and get the most out of the activity.

Released: 10-May-2023 6:05 PM EDT
During Osteoporosis Awareness Month, Those at Risk Urged to Bone Up on Silent Disease
Hospital for Special Surgery

National Osteoporosis Awareness Month in May is an opportune time to discuss ways to promote good bone health and take action if at risk, say experts at Hospital for Special Surgery. They provide helpful advice.

Newswise: Mid-Calf Nerve Block May Enable Early Rehabilitation After Foot and Ankle Surgery, Preventing Pain While Allowing Foot Movement
22-Apr-2023 5:30 PM EDT
Mid-Calf Nerve Block May Enable Early Rehabilitation After Foot and Ankle Surgery, Preventing Pain While Allowing Foot Movement
Hospital for Special Surgery

A pilot study conducted at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) shows evidence that a mid-calf nerve block is a safe and effective regional anesthetic option for foot and ankle surgeries and may enable faster recovery of motor function of the ankle joint compared with a popliteal block. These findings were presented at the 2023 Spring American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) Annual Meeting.

Newswise: Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Total Joint Arthroplasty May Provide the Best Reduction in Complications in Older Patients With Fewer Comorbidities
22-Apr-2023 2:00 PM EDT
Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Total Joint Arthroplasty May Provide the Best Reduction in Complications in Older Patients With Fewer Comorbidities
Hospital for Special Surgery

In a study conducted at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), researchers found that the use of peripheral nerve blocks in total knee and total hip arthroplasty were associated with a consistent reduction in risk for postoperative complications in patients with a lower comorbidity burden. In particular, the most consistent reduction in risk of complications and use of hospital resources was in older patients with no comorbidity burden. These findings were presented at the 2023 Spring American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) Annual Meeting and were acknowledged as one of the President’s Choice Abstracts.1

Newswise: Profile in Courage
Released: 20-Mar-2023 5:10 PM EDT
Profile in Courage
Hospital for Special Surgery

A HS quarterback beats cancer, training while receiving chemo to get back to the game. Later has surgery at HSS, inspires staff. Receives Heart of a Giant Award from USA Football and HSS, also named Honored Hero by Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Creates website to help other kids with cancer.

10-Mar-2023 7:00 PM EST
HSS Study Shows MISB, a Minimally Invasive Procedure for Treating Bunions, Does Not Affect Flatfoot
Hospital for Special Surgery

Existing thought in the orthopedic world is that treating a bunion with the minimally invasive procedure MISB may make a person’s flatfoot worse. A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City shows that this procedure does not make flatfoot worse in people with asymptomatic flatfoot and may even improve the condition. The findings were presented today at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).

9-Mar-2023 10:00 AM EST
HSS Presents Research at 2023 AAOS Annual Meeting
Hospital for Special Surgery

At this year’s American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting, held March 7 to 11 in Las Vegas, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented new research on a variety of topics in orthopedic surgery, including studies related to minimally invasive surgery, racial disparities, and opioid alternatives for pain management in spine care.

8-Mar-2023 5:00 PM EST
Study: Higher Fracture Risk After Total Hip Replacement When Cementless Implant Used to Treat Femoral Neck Fracture
Hospital for Special Surgery

A study by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and other centers found that total hip replacement performed with a cementless prosthesis for a femoral neck fracture led to a higher rate of a second fracture and subsequent revision surgery. The research was presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting in Las Vegas. The results were also published online in The Journal of Arthroplasty in October 2022.

7-Mar-2023 7:00 PM EST
3D Surface Topographic Scans Yield Reliable Spine Range of Motion Measurements in Adolescents
Hospital for Special Surgery

Cameras that can scan an entire body in a fraction of a second can give spinal surgeons an accurate assessment of how much range of motion youth with scoliosis have in their torso – a critical piece of information for guiding management of people with the condition, researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City have found.

7-Mar-2023 10:00 AM EST
Study: Intraoperative 3-D Imaging Can Improve Accuracy of Pedicle Screw Placement in Spine Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery

A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) found that intraoperative three-dimensional (3D) imaging was superior to two-dimensional radiographs in confirming the accuracy of pedicle screw placement during spine surgery. The research was presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting in Las Vegas.

Released: 14-Dec-2022 5:00 PM EST
Stay on Your Toes This Winter: Protect Your Feet During Cold Weather Months
Hospital for Special Surgery

In the winter, orthopedic specialists at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) often see an uptick in injuries and foot problems that could be avoided with good practices. They offer advice for preparing for weather challenges.

Newswise: More than the Eye Can See: Hospital for Special Surgery First in NYS to Use Augmented Reality Guidance in Spine Surgery
Released: 7-Dec-2022 5:20 PM EST
More than the Eye Can See: Hospital for Special Surgery First in NYS to Use Augmented Reality Guidance in Spine Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery

An orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) performed the first augmented reality-guided spine surgery in New York State: a successful spinal decompression and fusion on a 28-year-old male patient.

Newswise: After Years of Ankle Pain and Limited Mobility, Life-Changing Surgery at HSS
Released: 6-Dec-2022 6:25 PM EST
After Years of Ankle Pain and Limited Mobility, Life-Changing Surgery at HSS
Hospital for Special Surgery

Vast improvements in ankle replacement implants, technology and surgical techniques have made ankle replacement surgery a viable option for many patients suffering from severe arthritis. A Long Island woman says the surgery gave her a new lease on life.

Newswise: HSS Foot and Ankle Surgeon Spearheads Event to Provide New Shoes and Free Foot Exams to Homeless
Released: 2-Dec-2022 6:05 PM EST
HSS Foot and Ankle Surgeon Spearheads Event to Provide New Shoes and Free Foot Exams to Homeless
Hospital for Special Surgery

Dr. Matthew Conti, a foot and ankle surgeon at HSS, and colleagues provided more than 100 pairs of new shoes and socks and offered free foot exams to homeless people. Dr. Conti launched the nonprofit Our Hearts to Your Soles when he was 15 years old with his father, also a foot and ankle surgeon.

   
Released: 17-Nov-2022 3:35 PM EST
Homeless to Receive New Shoes and Free Foot Exams by Orthopedic Surgeons in NYC on November 19
Hospital for Special Surgery

Dr. Matthew Conti, a foot and ankle surgeon, will provide 250 free pairs of new shoes and offer free foot exams to the homeless at the Mainchance Drop-In Center in NYC on Nov. 19. He launched the nonprofit “Our Hearts to Your Soles” when he was 15 years old with his father, also a foot and ankle surgeon.

   
14-Nov-2022 9:00 AM EST
Mast Cell Levels May Explain Sex Differences in Osteoarthritis Pain
Hospital for Special Surgery

Investigators at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have discovered that at the time of total knee replacement, women have significantly increased levels of immune cells called mast cells in synovial tissue surrounding the knee joint than men. Their findings, presented today at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, ACR Convergence 2022, may help future research explore why women with knee osteoarthritis report worse pain than men.

13-Nov-2022 11:00 AM EST
Study Examines Total Knee Replacement in Patients Under 21
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study from researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) has evaluated trends in the use of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients under 21 in the United States. The study was reported at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2022 meeting.

13-Nov-2022 10:00 AM EST
HSS Research Uncovers How UV Light Triggers Immune Activation and Disease Flares in Lupus
Hospital for Special Surgery

After sun exposure, people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) frequently develop skin rashes, which often are accompanied by a flare of their overall disease. This connection between ultraviolet (UV) light and disease flares in lupus is well known, but the way in which UV exposure actually triggers the disease has been poorly understood.

13-Nov-2022 9:00 AM EST
Study Finds Chronic-Pain Management, Falls and Limited Access to Care Are Critical Issues Among Medically Underserved
Hospital for Special Surgery

To improve the health of a community, the first step is to identify its most pressing needs. To that end, in 2022 Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) implemented a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to assess musculoskeletal health needs, identify health disparities and support the development of initiatives to address unmet needs.

12-Nov-2022 1:00 PM EST
Participation Doubles After Lupus Support Group at HSS Transitions to Virtual Format During Pandemic
Hospital for Special Surgery

A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) highlights the success of a lupus peer support and education group that transitioned to a virtual format during the pandemic. In addition to receiving high marks from group members, participation more than doubled after the meetings went remote.

Released: 12-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EST
HSS Rheumatologists, Social Worker Honored by American College of Rheumatology
Hospital for Special Surgery

The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the Association of Rheumatology Professionals (ARP) have honored two rheumatologists and a social worker at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) with prestigious awards. Each year, the ACR and ARP recognize members who have made outstanding contributions to the field of rheumatology. The ceremony took place at the ACR Convergence meeting in Philadelphia on November 12.

Released: 1-Aug-2022 5:05 PM EDT
What to Look For in a Physical Therapy Facility
Hospital for Special Surgery

After an injury or surgery, physical therapy often plays an essential role in recovery. It can also improve fitness and function for people dealing with chronic pain. Experts from Hospital for Special Surgery offer tips on what to look for in a PT facility.

6-Jun-2022 10:00 AM EDT
HSS Presents Rheumatoid Arthritis Research at 2022 EULAR Annual Congress
Hospital for Special Surgery

At this year’s European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) Congress, held June 1 to 4 in Copenhagen, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented new research related to the treatment and management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The studies focus on the tapering of treatment in patients whose disease is well controlled, real-world outcomes for targeted therapies, assessing the effects of biologic treatments on immune cells from patients with RA, and the underlying mechanisms of arthritis triggered by immune checkpoint therapies used to treat cancer.

3-Jun-2022 10:00 AM EDT
Computer Vision Tool Improves the Ability to Distinguish Rheumatoid Arthritis from Osteoarthritis in Damaged Joint Tissue
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study led by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) investigators in New York City has found that their computer vision tool effectively distinguishes rheumatoid arthritis (RA) from osteoarthritis (OA) in joint tissue taken from patients who underwent total knee replacement (TKR). The results suggest the machine learning model will help improve research processes in the short term and optimize patient care in the future. The findings were presented today at the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) Congress 2022.

2-Jun-2022 12:00 PM EDT
New HSS Study Defines Disease Characteristics for Patients with Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) has further clarified the clinical manifestations of undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD). The findings were published as an abstract in the meeting journal of the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) 2022 Congress.

2-Jun-2022 10:00 AM EDT
Study Underscores Importance of Multidisciplinary Medical Team for Pregnant Women with Lupus
Hospital for Special Surgery

A study that includes researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary medical team to counsel and provide care for women with systemic lupus erythematosus, the most common form of lupus, who become pregnant. Using a nationwide database, the investigators reviewed the records of more than 50,000 patients with lupus who gave birth over a 10-year period. Findings revealed a higher rate of fetal morbidity and severe maternal morbidity compared to women who did not have lupus.

Released: 25-Apr-2022 10:00 AM EDT
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Opens Major Expansion on Long Island
Hospital for Special Surgery

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world’s top-ranked health system specialized in orthopedic care, marked a major expansion and renovation of its Uniondale location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week. In response to high demand from patients on Long Island, close to 18,000 square feet were added, nearly doubling the facility size to 37,000 square feet. In addition to new physician suites and exam rooms, the location now has a second MRI and a new state-of-the-art physical therapy center.

Newswise: Study Underway to See if Stem Cells Derived from Fat Tissue Can Enhance Healing and Outcomes in Rotator Cuff Surgery
Released: 28-Mar-2022 4:55 PM EDT
Study Underway to See if Stem Cells Derived from Fat Tissue Can Enhance Healing and Outcomes in Rotator Cuff Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery

Researchers at HSS have launched a study to see if injecting a type of stem cell derived from a patient’s own fat tissue could improve healing and shoulder function after rotator cuff surgery. The cells are extracted from adipose, or fat tissue, in the patient’s abdomen.

25-Mar-2022 5:30 PM EDT
New HSS Study Finds Safe and Effective Outcomes After Innovative ACL Reconstruction Technique in Children and Adolescents at High Risk for Re-Tears
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) 2022 Annual Meeting found that a novel surgical technique performed during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in certain younger patients garnered positive results two years post-surgery.

24-Mar-2022 11:00 AM EDT
New Study Finds Stereo-Photogrammetric Technology Generates Highly Accurate Topography for The Management of Adolescents with Scoliosis
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study that includes researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City has found a method that employs stereo-photogrammetric technology called 3dMD, an array of highly sensitive cameras that can image the entire body’s surface in a fraction of a second, generates extremely accurate and reliable models of the torso that can guide the management of adolescents with scoliosis.

24-Mar-2022 10:00 AM EDT
HSS Presents New Biomechanics Research at 2022 AAOS Annual Meeting
Hospital for Special Surgery

At this year’s American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting, which is being held March 22 to 26 in Chicago, HSS presented new research related to biomechanics and orthopedic surgery, highlighting the unique relationship surgeons have with the engineers to promote the highest quality in patient care and advancing joint replacement for the future.

22-Mar-2022 3:00 PM EDT
Study Finds Cementless Knee Replacement Outcomes Comparable to Standard Knee Implant, Less Time Needed in OR
Hospital for Special Surgery

Cementless knee replacement, an alternative approach to traditional cemented knee replacement surgery, is garnering interest in the field of orthopedic surgery. Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) launched a study to compare outcomes of a modern cementless knee implant to the standard knee implant that requires bone cement for fixation. The findings were presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2022 Annual Meeting in Chicago.

22-Mar-2022 1:00 PM EDT
New Study Finds Black Patients Less Likely to be Completely Satisfied with Care After Knee or Hip Replacement
Hospital for Special Surgery

A study presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) 2022 Annual Meeting found that Black patients were less likely than white patients to be completely satisfied with the process of care following knee or hip replacement. Socioeconomic status was not found to play a role in patient satisfaction.

22-Mar-2022 12:00 PM EDT
HSS Study Reveals Why Men are More Likely to Be Offered Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Hospital for Special Surgery

Males presented with more severe carpal tunnel syndrome and were offered surgery more often than females with the condition, according to work by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) featured today in a poster presentation at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2022 Annual Meeting.

22-Mar-2022 10:00 AM EDT
HSS Study Offers Timelines for Return to Activity After Major Foot Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City provides attainable goals for return to sports and related physical activities for patients who have undergone procedures to correct progressive collapsing foot deformity (PCFD), a severe musculoskeletal pathology that can drastically inhibit a patient’s daily function. The findings were presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) 2022 Annual Meeting.

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Released: 13-Jan-2022 4:55 PM EST
HSS Study Explores Trends and Outcomes in Outpatient Joint Replacement Compared to Hospital Stay
Hospital for Special Surgery

With outpatient hip and knee replacements on the rise, researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) conducted a study to analyze trends and compare complication rates of patients who go home the same day they have surgery versus those who spend one or more nights in the hospital.

8-Nov-2021 9:00 AM EST
New HSS Study Finds Hip Replacements on the Rise Among Adolescents Under 21 Years of Age
Hospital for Special Surgery

A growing number of adolescents in the United States are undergoing total hip replacement surgeries, according to new study findings from researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. The results were presented today at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) annual meeting in a poster titled “Use of Total Hip Arthroplasty in Patients Under 21 Years Old: A U.S. Population Analysis” and recently published in The Journal of Arthroplasty.

8-Nov-2021 9:00 AM EST
HSS Study Sheds Light on Real-World Treatment Patterns of Psoriatic Arthritis
Hospital for Special Surgery

Despite clear directives outlined in the updated guidelines published by the American College of Rheumatology/National Psoriasis Foundation (ACR/NPF) in 2018, there is limited data regarding medication use in real-world clinical practice and patient medication preferences for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

7-Nov-2021 9:00 AM EST
Research Reveals Racial and Ethnic Disparities Persist in Pregnancy Outcomes of Patients with Lupus
Hospital for Special Surgery

While investigators have known that maternal and fetal outcomes of pregnancy among women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have improved over time, it is unknown whether the improved outcomes are shared equally among different racial and ethnic groups. Lupus has been shown to disproportionately affect minorities of childbearing age. A new study that includes researchers from Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented today at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) annual meeting shows that pregnancy outcomes in women with lupus have improved in all racial and ethnic groups over the past decade, but disparities still exist.

5-Nov-2021 5:00 PM EDT
HSS Study Identifies Risk Factors for “Long-Haul” COVID-19 in People with Rheumatic Diseases
Hospital for Special Surgery

A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City demonstrates over half of patients with rheumatic diseases who contracted COVID-19 during the pandemic and completed a COVID-19 survey, experienced so-called “long-haul” COVID, or prolonged symptoms of the infection, including loss of taste or smell, muscle aches and difficulty concentrating, for one month or longer.



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