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September 24, 2020
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Income among independent predictors of faster return to work after TJA

Male sex, high income and self-employment are predictors of faster return to work after total joint arthroplasty, while having a physically demanding job and longer length of stay are linked with slower return to work, according to a study.

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September 22, 2020
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AdventHealth, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute partner for central Florida orthopedic care

AdventHealth and Rothman Orthopaedic Institute have announced a partnership to establish an orthopedic care network in the central Florida area, according to an AdventHealth Facebook Live stream.

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September 14, 2020
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Epinephrine with local anesthesia is safe for patients undergoing ‘wide-awake’ hand surgery

Epinephrine with a local anesthetic is safe and effective with no instances of digital necrosis or need for phentolamine reversal in patients undergoing “wide-awake” hand and upper extremity surgery, according published results.

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September 12, 2020
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Computerized adaptive testing system may provide more efficient assessment of outcomes

A computerized adaptive testing system of the foot and ankle ability measure may provide a more accurate and efficient assessment of patient-reported outcome measures for foot and ankle pathology, according to recently presented research.

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August 11, 2020
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Laminar air flow may not reduce incidence of PJI following primary TJA

Laminar air flow may not reduce incidence of PJI following primary TJA

Use of laminar air flow for OR ventilation is not associated with reduced incidence of periprosthetic joint infection following total hip and knee arthroplasties, according to recently presented results.

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August 10, 2020
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Patients with hepatitis C may be at higher risk for PJI, revision TJA for aseptic failure

Patients diagnosed with hepatitis C virus are at a higher risk for periprosthetic joint infections and revision for aseptic failure after total hip and knee arthroplasties, according to recently presented results.

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August 10, 2020
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No increased PJI risk seen with use of direct anterior hip arthroplasty approach

No increased PJI risk seen with use of direct anterior hip arthroplasty approach

Direct anterior approach to total hip arthroplasty does not lead to an increased risk for periprosthetic joint infection, according to a study presented at the Musculoskeletal Infection Society Annual Meeting.

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August 08, 2020
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New concepts aid in diagnosis, treatment and management of shoulder infection

New concepts aid in diagnosis, treatment and management of shoulder infection

Shoulder surgeons can improve the diagnosis and management of infection in their patients after shoulder arthroplasty by applying a few new strategies, participants in a symposium said.

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August 06, 2020
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Study finds high rate of morbidity, mortality associated with native shoulder joint sepsis

Study finds high rate of morbidity, mortality associated with native shoulder joint sepsis

Multiple underlying risk factors, such as IV drug use, and increased mortality rates were found in patients with native shoulder joint sepsis who are treated with surgical irrigation and debridement, according to recently presented results.

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July 29, 2020
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Rothman provides return-to-play guidelines for athletes with cervical spine injuries

Spine surgeons at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute have released updated recommendations on return-to-play scenarios for collision sport athletes with cervical spine injuries, according to a company press release.

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