Spine News

Nighttime bracing with self-mediated physical activity may be an effective alternative to full-time bracing in patients with moderate-grade adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, according to published results.

Most patients with recent-onset chronic back pain suspected of axial spondyloarthritis can be “unequivocally and reliably diagnosed” at their first rheumatology visit, according to data published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Samuel Moen, BS, discussed the benefits of forming relationships with employers to advance an orthopedic practice and connect with patients.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Jack M. Bert, MD, discussed several paths to success for private practice and employed orthopedic physicians.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Allison Terry, PA-C, discussed how advanced practice providers, such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, can help maximize orthopedic patient care.

Providence Medical Technology Inc. has announced its Cavux FFS-LX lumbar facet fixation system has received FDA clearance for use in lumbar spinal fusion surgery, according to a press release.

WAILEA, Hawaii — In this video from Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Anthony A. Romeo, MD, recapped this year’s Orthopedics Today Hawaii meeting.

WAILEA, Hawaii — In this video from Orthopedics Today Hawaii, William R. Beach, MD, discussed ways surgeons can avoid insurance denials for MRIs and surgical intervention.

The burnout pandemic rages on with no appreciable signs of relenting. Insurance hassles, reimbursement decline, compliance labyrinths and the omnipresent documentation loads all tend to sap the lifeblood of orthopedic surgeons.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, John P. Fulkerson, MD, spoke to Anthony A. Romeo, MD, during a Facebook Live broadcast.