Hand/Wrist News

Subchondral Solutions Inc. has announced FDA 501(k) clearance for its S-Core implant platform, according to a press release.

A significant percentage of patients would choose not to repeat surgery after undergoing routine hand procedures, according to published results.

While the most frequently reported goals for carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis surgery included pain reduction and improved arm and hand use, results showed these goals were not reflected in patient self-reports of pain and function.

Results showed arthroscopic partial trapeziectomy with thermal shrinkage and K-wire fixation may be an effective and safe procedure for thumb carpometacarpal joint arthritis.

Use of a shared decision-making tool during hand surgery may yield equivalent or better pain control and reduce the number of opioids prescribed, according to published results.

For the 2020 to 2021 academic year, the Coalition for Physician Accountability released recommendations for residency and fellowship programs to commit to online interviews and virtual visits for all applicants due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruption in the usual application process for fellowships and residencies.

Despite vaccine availability and the reopening of clinical offices after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth remains a popular choice for orthopedic patients, according to published results.

Published results showed volar locking plate fixation may not be superior to closed reduction for subjective wrist function in patients aged 60 years or older with displaced distal radius fractures.