Hand/Wrist News

Tendon suspension led to the highest increase in thumb carpometacarpal load tolerance during resection-suspension-interposition arthroplasty in patients with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis, according to published results.

Published results showed an association between implementation of a state-mandated electronic prescribing policy and a decrease in the number of opioids prescribed after a variety of common hand procedures.

Published results showed patients with dorsally displaced distal radius fractures who underwent surgical fixation with K-wires did not experience better wrist function at 12-months compared with patients who received a molded cast.

Published results showed many commonly performed elective orthopedic procedures do not have a strong, high-quality evidence base that shows these are more effective than nonoperative alternatives.

The popularity of esports continues to grow in reputation, as well as participation. Despite being perceived as a “sedentary” sport, esports are incredibly demanding, not just cognitively, but physically, as well.

The world of competitive gaming, known as esports, has expanded over the years and is anticipated to continue growing, with viewership expected to increase from 435.9 million in 2020 to 577.2 million in 2024, according to market reports.

Compared with typically more expensive tissue adhesive, adhesive taping resulted in improved cosmetic outcomes for sutured patients undergoing upper extremity surgery, according to published results.

The end of a year presents challenges and opportunities to improve wellness. Wellness is a process whereby we seek to achieve our full potential in life. Wellness is not a destination. It is a journey toward a positive lifestyle that supports and nurtures core values.

Biden administration officials recently discussed several initiatives within a multi-pronged, multi-agency collaboration that they said are needed to address the overdose epidemic.

Published results showed patients with malignant and aggressive benign tumors of the metacarpal bones may experience satisfactory functional and oncologic outcomes after surgical resection.