Swing that Bat into Baseball Season, Injury Free
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)Caution from parents and coaches can prevent injuries in young baseball players.
Caution from parents and coaches can prevent injuries in young baseball players.
Surgeons and specialists should be aware of interrelated symptoms.
Disagreement exists on how to treat a mid-level, common injury.
Fast Response by Orthopaedic surgeons in the combat theater contributes to saving lives.
Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to prevent injuries throughout the home this spring.
Orthopaedic surgeon in Beaumont, Texas takes position on the AAOS Board of Directors.
Identifying level of injury is key to treating MCLs nonsurgically, study finds.
Understanding the relationship between the two events may help prevent future fractures.
Study says cultural differences and a lack of effective communication are the root causes.
New study finds experience does not always keep hands injury-free.
Orthopaedic surgeon Daniel J. Berry, MD, was elected to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Board of Directors at the 2009 Annual Meeting. He will serve the Academy as Second-Vice President.
Thomas C. Barber, MD, Elected Chair of Academy Board of Councilors. Brief biography and background of Dr. Thomas C. Barber.
David W. Polly Jr., MD, Elected Secretary of Academy.
William J. Robb, III, MD, Elected Chair of Academy Board of Specialty Societies. Brief biography and background of Dr. William J. Robb.
Paul Tornetta III, MD, Elected to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors. Brief biography and background of Dr. Tornetta.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Appoints Peter Mandell, MD, Chair of the Council on Advocacy. Brief biography and background on Dr. Peter J. Mandell.
Ramon L. Jimenez, M.D. honored for encouraging minorities to pursue orthopaedic specialty. Brief biography and background on Dr. Jimenez.
Building awareness and understanding among patients is key.
Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, Elected President of the American Academy Orthopaedic Surgeons. Brief biography and background of Dr. Zuckerman.
AAOS recommendations aid orthopaedic surgeons in treating this common condition.
New studies show key steps to preventing bone loss focus on early screening and treatment.
Michael L. Parks, MD, Elected to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors. Brief biography and background on Dr. Parks.
New, less invasive treatments alleviate hand and wrist discomfort.
Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon honored for his tireless efforts to heal.
John J. Callaghan, MD Elected Academy First Vice President. Brief biography and background of Dr. John J. Callaghan.
Study finds that boys and girls can return to high-level sports earlier.
Two studies find patient demand will soon surpass the number of orthopaedic surgeons available.
New study finds total knee replacement surgery can offer significant benefits to patients in their 80s.
New study finds even minor orthopaedic trauma can lead to medical problems for pregnant women and their unborn children.
Study finds many children at risk for foot deformity due to wrong size shoes.
Some minority groups wait too long for surgery, study finds.
Several new studies show higher joint replacement complication rates, longer hospital stays for obese patients.
Fractures and infections of the bone are among most serious injuries to children.
Year-round participation in sports effects healing time for ACL injuries in young athletes.
Synopsis of latest studies done on hot topics in orthopaedic news.
New research offers hope, propels treatment for common orthopaedic conditions.
Knee pain affects people of all ages "“ check out a one-stop shop from knee experts.
6,000 square feet in just one day
New procedure could offer a safer, more convenient treatment for spine tumors.
Study finds that using statins may be useful in treatment for degenerative disc.
Jeffrey S. Fischgrund, MD, Named New Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Follow these steps to avoid injury"”while getting kicked, punched, and thrown
New findings indicate that early surgery for acute should dislocation may provide the best results.
Many patients may benefit more from non-invasive treatments.
Prevent serious injuries from "extreme" winter sports by following these safety tips.
Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to prevent frostbite during these sub-zero temperatures.
Orthopaedic surgeons provide winter sports safety tips.
Although Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological disorder, according to an article in the January 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the disease also increases a person's risk of experiencing complicated orthopaedic conditions.
MRI Technology is now a vital resource in treating back pain.
A new study reveals the most common reasons why total hip replacements may fail.