A new study finds that genetic testing can help determine the safest dose of the blood thinner warfarin, with fewer side effects, in patients undergoing joint replacement surgery.
A study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery and Harvard Medical School suggests new guidelines may be in order for evaluating and treating lower extremity pain. They found a significant association between foot pain and knee or hip pain.
The Adaptive Sports Academy at Hospital for Special Surgery’s Lerner Children’s Pavilion is enabling young patients with cerebral palsy or another physical challenge to participate in activities they never dreamed possible. PATH Intl.-certified riding instructors at Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship will introduce the young people, ages 5 to 21, to horseback riding on August 28.
Hospital for Special Surgery is giving new meaning to the term "patient care." The hospital took patients with cerebral palsy and other physical conditions on an adaptive surfing trip on Long Island.
The Adaptive Sports Academy at Hospital for Special Surgery is enabling young patients with cerebral palsy, an amputation or other physical challenge to participate in athletic activities they never dreamed possible. Many are looking forward to a surfing trip on Long Island scheduled for August 14.
The sooner carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed and treated, the better the chances for symptom relief, according to experts at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Unfortunately, some people go undiagnosed for years, and by the time they see a doctor, it’s more difficult to reverse the damage.
A new study published in the HSS Journal by HSS anesthesiologist Michael K. Urban, MD, PhD, sheds light on reducing cardiac complications in orthopedic surgery.
In the first such collaboration of its kind, an expert panel of rheumatologists and orthopedic surgeons has developed guidelines for the management of anti-rheumatic medication in patients undergoing hip or knee replacement. The goal was to lower the risk of infection, which is linked to the use of the medications.
A study conducted by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery and other centers, published in the Annals of Neurology, finds that a drug used to treat malaria lowers levels of a biomarker linked to the inherited form of ALS.
Hospital for Special Surgery has launched a study to see if intravenous (IV) acetaminophen can reduce the amount of opioid pain medicine needed after hip replacement surgery.
Gout is a highly treatable disease. The problem is that many patients stop taking their medication when they feel better, leaving themselves susceptible to painful flare-ups. Patient education is important to ensure that they stick to their treatment regimen, according to rheumatologists at Hospital for Special Surgery.
The pros and cons of same-day double knee replacement.
More than half of college football athletes participating in the NFL Combine had inadequate levels of vitamin D, and this left them more susceptible to muscle injuries, according to a study at Hospital for Special Surgery.
A study at Hospital for Special Surgery finds ligament reconstruction is an effective treatment for kneecap instability in patients with trochlear dysplasia.
Scott Wolfe, MD, chief emeritus of the Hand and Upper Extremity Service at Hospital for Special Surgery, has received the prestigious Kappa Delta Orthopaedic Research Award. It's considered one of the highest honors an orthopedic researcher can receive.
A new study reports that PJK risk following lumbar spinal fusion depends on the level of the spine fused. Specifically, the authors – who include members of the International Spine Study Group (ISSG) from multiple academic centers – found that fusing the lower portion of lumbar spine results in a decreased risk of PJK.
Bone morphogenetic proteins, commonly used off-label to enhance pediatric spinal fusion, did not improve revision rates for pediatric spinal fusion, according to a study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery.
A Hospital for Special Surgery study finds that in morbidly obese patients, bariatric surgery performed prior to a total hip or knee replacement can reduce in-hospital and 90-day postoperative complications and improve patient health.
Elbow injuries are on the rise in baseball players. While elbow varus torque is linked to ulnar collateral ligament injuries, the connection between certain pitching movements and elbow varus torque is unknown. A Hospital for Special Surgery study set out to find the relationship between elbow varus torque and arm speed, arm slot and shoulder rotation.
A study at Hospital for Special Surgery finds that most athletic patients who have reconstructive surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are highly satisfied with the procedure and able to return to sports.
When looking for a doctor, many consumers turn to websites that post physician ratings and reviews. A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) found that reviews for individual sports medicine doctors were inconsistent when compared on three popular physician rating websites.
World travel is an important part of David's job, but knee pain was slowing him down. After consulting with a number of doctors, he decided to travel to Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, where he learned he was a candidate for a partial joint replacement.
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) will host surgeons from Greece for an annual symposium dedicated to teaching the latest techniques and innovations in complex hip and knee reconstruction.
A study finds that smoking or being overweight makes it more difficult for patients with rheumatoid arthritis to achieve optimal control of inflammation and symptoms, despite standard of care treatment.
A presentation at the American College of Rheumatology annual meeting, by social workers from Hospital for Special Surgery, focused on the impact of living with a rheumatic illness, how patients' culture and socioeconomic conditions come into play, and the psychological effect on clinicians who treat chronic conditions on a daily basis.
A large global survey finds gaps in communication between doctors who treat rheumatoid arthritis and their patients, even though most physicians believe good communication and patient engagement are important to achieve the best outcomes.
A bilingual support group addressing the psychological and educational needs of patients with lupus and their families is a valuable resource to help them cope, according to a study at Hospital for Special Surgery.
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery found that a low-impact exercise program in senior centers in New York City’s Chinatown and Flushing, Queens communities helped decrease pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life for many participants.
Hospital for Special Surgery, which has an Outpatient Center in Stamford, CT, recently conducted a survey to assess the musculoskeletal health needs of people in the local area. Arthritis was the most common diagnosed condition in the community, and falls were also a significant problem.
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City have identified a possible mechanism behind the fibrosis that occurs in scleroderma – a mechanism that may one day lead to a treatment for the disease.
Dale Lange, MD, neurologist-in-chief at Hospital for Special Surgery has received the Diamond Award from the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The recognition is granted to a scientific leader dedicated to the eradication of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS and Lou Gehrig's Disease.
Physicians at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have been studying patient outcomes of Parsonage-Turner Syndrome (PTS), a neurological disorder that results in a sudden paralysis of one or more muscles around the shoulder and arm.
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery have launched a study to determine if a treatment using stem cells could help people with painful knee arthritis. To evaluate safety and efficacy, investigators are currently recruiting patients with osteoarthritis, which comes from wear and tear on a joint.
Researchers will test patients' walking patterns before and after hip replacement to measure their progress after four different surgical techniques: (1) standard hip replacement (posterior approach) ; (2) direct anterior hip replacement; (3) robotic-assisted posterior; (4) robotic-assisted anterior.
A program at Hospital for Special Surgery to improve orthopedic surgery residents' communication skills with older adults is having a positive impact, according to a new study.
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have uncovered a potential genetic trigger of systemic autoimmune disease.
Hospital for Special Surgery has teamed up with PSAL, the NYC Public Schools Athletic League, to offer a special pre-season physical exam, including strength and performance testing, to football players in public schools throughout the five boroughs.
The use of arthroscopic hip surgery for pain relief has increased dramatically in the past decade. A study looking at patient data bases in Florida and California finds it may not be the best option, especially if a patient has arthritis or is over 60. Many needed a hip replacement within two years.
The use of peripheral nerve blocks is associated with better outcomes following hip and knee replacement, according to a study at Hospital for Special Surgery. Those who received the nerve block had fewer complications after surgery.
Two studies at Hospital for Special Surgery find that cartilage restoration procedures are a viable treatment option for patients over 40 years old who have cartilage damage in their knees.
If all patients scheduled for knee replacement were directed to high-volume hospitals for the surgery, it could save the U.S. healthcare system between $2.5 and $4 billion annually by the year 2030, according to a study at Hospital for Special Surgery.
A study found that the risk of developing an infection after hip replacement surgery increased significantly in patients who had a hip replacement within three months of receiving a steroid injection to relieve hip pain.
Blood loss and the need for a blood transfusion are major concerns in joint replacement surgery, but a new use for an old drug is proving effective in reducing blood loss and transfusion rates.
A study at Hospital for Special Surgery finds that patients benefit from a one-on-one education session provided by a physical therapist and access to a custom web portal prior to knee or hip replacement surgery.
A study at Hospital for Special Surgery finds that bariatric surgery prior to total knee replacement is a cost-effective option to improve outcomes. The research appeared in the January issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
When a child needs repeated x-rays, radiation exposure is always a concern for parents. A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) finds that an imaging system known as EOS, which provides less radiation exposure, performed as well as conventional CT scans to assess limb length.
HSS to open its largest outpatient center to date
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery have launched a study to determine if a novel implant allowing for less invasive surgery for a broken wrist leads to a quicker recovery, less post-operative pain and fewer complications compared to conventional surgical treatment.
A drug approved to treat rheumatoid arthritis, tocilizumab, yielded favorable results as a potential new therapy for patients with polymyalgia rheumatica in an open-label, phase II study at Hospital for Special Surgery.
Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery have identified multiple clinical and biologic markers that correlate with adverse pregnancies, including, most recently, the activation of complement, a series of proteins that protect us from invading microbes.
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