Sports Medicine News

Published results showed positive long-term clinical and functional outcomes for patients with knee chondral defects who underwent one-step cartilage repair with a hyaluronic acid-based scaffold and bone marrow aspirate concentrate graft.

ACL reconstruction remains among the most common sports medicine surgeries performed worldwide.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Registry Program released its 2024 Shoulder & Elbow Registry annual report, according to a press release.

SAN ANTONIO — An analysis of advanced analytics from Major League Baseball pitchers showed time to return to full performance after ulnar collateral ligament surgery may be lengthier than previously reported using traditional metrics.

Although research has shown diversity in health care can enhance patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes and improve access to care, women and historically underrepresented groups still represent a minority in orthopedics.

The CDC has estimated that 58.5 million U.S. adults have arthritis, with the number projected to increase to 78 million by 2040.

The acetabular labrum plays a critical role in maintaining joint homeostasis by contributing to synovial fluid distribution, stability and the suction seal of the hip.

Published results showed platelet concentration may impact clinical outcomes for patients who receive platelet-rich plasma injections for knee osteoarthritis, as injections with higher platelet counts were associated with superior outcomes.

Published results showed meniscectomy within 1 year prior to total knee arthroplasty may be a risk factor for poor functional outcomes compared with patients who had no history of meniscectomy.

According to published results, leukocyte-rich and leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma injections may yield comparable outcomes in the treatment of patients with knee osteoarthritis.