Sports Medicine News

Patients with atopic diseases may be at an increased risk for developing osteoarthritis, according to data published in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.

Patients with type 2 diabetes who undergo metformin therapy demonstrate a 24% lower risk for osteoarthritis, compared with those who received sulfonylurea, according to data published in JAMA Network Open.

Moderate-distance runners and non-runners alike demonstrate similar rates of radiographic knee osteoarthritis, according to systematic review data published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

Patients with knees that demonstrate meniscal extrusion are more likely to develop osteoarthritis over the long term, according to data published in Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism.

Patients indicated for hip or knee arthroplasty who have moderate to severe osteoarthritis and have not responded to nonsurgical therapies should proceed to surgery without delay, according to new recommendations.

NEW ORLEANS — Elite athletes with genetic risk for sudden cardiac death can safely return to play with a shared decision-making model that includes careful evaluation, risk stratification and tailoring of genetic heart disease therapy.

While the biggest event of the sporting world is behind us for 2023, many former players are still suffering from the after effects of their own pursuit of the Lombardi Trophy.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Findings presented here suggest that young athletes may be at greater risk for head injuries on synthetic turf vs. natural grass fields.

According to survey results, most Texas high school and collegiate athletic coaches, staff and trainers are considering the implications of extreme heat on outdoor sports athletes.

Telemedicine offers the promise of increased efficiency during patient care, but in-person evaluations and relationships are too valuable to completely disregard, according to a debate session at EULAR 2022 Congress.