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Isolated component revision increases all-cause failure risk in aseptic revision total knee arthroplasty
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
Isolated component revision increases all-cause failure risk in aseptic revision total knee arthroplasty Isolated Component Revision Linked to Higher Failure Rates in Knee Surgery
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 4,429 patients found that isolated component revision (ICR) is associated with a higher hazard o…
A review of over 4,000 cases suggests that isolated component revision may lead to higher failure rates compared to full component revision.
ERAS pathways may reduce opioid exposure and shorten hospital stays in flap reconstruction
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
ERAS pathways may reduce opioid exposure and shorten hospital stays in flap reconstruction ERAS Pathways May Reduce Opioid Use in Reconstruction Surgery
This structured narrative review synthesizes the impact of ERAS protocols on outcomes for patients undergoing flap-based reconstruction. The…
Newer recovery pathways may help patients undergoing flap reconstruction get home sooner while reducing their exposure to opioid medications…
Heart rate and GPS metrics are commonly used but lack specific validation for water sports
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Sys. Review
Heart rate and GPS metrics are commonly used but lack specific validation for water sports Monitoring Methods for High Level Surface Water Sports Athletes
This scoping review of 22 papers maps monitoring methods for high-level non-motorized surface water sports athletes. Findings indicate that …
New research maps how elite athletes in sailing and canoeing are monitored, highlighting a need for better data for women and youth competit…
Chlorinated pool air exposure is linked to mucosal irritation and asthma-like symptoms in swimmers
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Chlorinated pool air exposure is linked to mucosal irritation and asthma-like symptoms in swimmers Chlorinated pool air may cause asthma like symptoms in swimmers
This mini review synthesizes evidence regarding the impact of chlorinated pool air on competitive swimmers and workers. The authors conclude…
Swimming in chlorinated pools can lead to lung irritation and inflammation, posing a risk for athletes with sensitive airways.
Strategic leadership in sport organizations involves contingent governance, culturally mediated leadership, and configurational performance systems
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
Strategic leadership in sport organizations involves contingent governance, culturally mediated leadership, and configurational performance systems Strategic leadership in sports varies across cultures, review finds
This systematic review of 38 empirical studies characterizes strategic leadership within international sports competitions. The authors iden…
A review of 38 studies finds strategic leadership in sports depends on culture and governance, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Badminton training exposure and mid-to-late adolescence may increase injury risk in youth players
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
Badminton training exposure and mid-to-late adolescence may increase injury risk in youth players High training volume increases injury risk for young badminton players
This scoping review synthesizes observational data regarding musculoskeletal injuries among youth and adolescent badminton players. Findings…
Younger badminton players face higher injury risks as they move into late adolescence and increase their training hours.
Micro-tubular retractors under CT guidance provide feasible treatment for spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas
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Micro-tubular retractors under CT guidance provide feasible treatment for spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas New surgical technique may reduce damage during spinal fistula repair
This case report and literature review examines the use of micro-tubular retractors under CT guidance and indocyanine green angiography for …
A new way to treat spinal arteriovenous fistulas uses smaller tools and imaging to protect muscles and speed up recovery.
Lateral plating improves motion and reduces complications in proximal phalanx fractures
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
Lateral plating improves motion and reduces complications in proximal phalanx fractures Lateral Plating Shows Better Outcomes for Finger Bone Fractures
This meta-analysis of 7 studies compared lateral versus dorsal plating for proximal phalanx fractures. Lateral plating was associated with s…
A new analysis suggests that a lateral approach to plating fractures of the proximal phalanx leads to better motion and fewer complications.
Structured exercise interventions reduce PSQI global scores in university students by 2.43 points
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Meta-analysis
Structured exercise interventions reduce PSQI global scores in university students by 2.43 points Structured exercise improves overall sleep quality in university students
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that structured exercise significantly reduced the PSQI global score (MD = -2.43) c…
Regular, structured exercise can improve total sleep quality for college students, though the strength of this evidence is currently quite l…
Functional training improves muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination in older adults with sarcopenia
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Sys. Review
Functional training improves muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination in older adults with sarcopenia Functional training improves muscle strength and coordination in older adults
This mini review examines the impact of functional training on physical functions in older adults with sarcopenia. The authors conclude that…
Older adults with sarcopenia can improve their strength and flexibility through functional training instead of standard exercise routines.
Bibliometric Mapping Analysis Reveals Evolving Research Trends in Scoliosis and Osteoporosis Management
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Sys. Review
Bibliometric Mapping Analysis Reveals Evolving Research Trends in Scoliosis and Osteoporosis Management Scoliosis and Osteoporosis Research Trends Mapped Over 20 Years
A comprehensive bibliometric analysis of over 1,000 publications highlights a significant shift toward bone quality assessment and risk stra…
A new review maps 20 years of scoliosis and osteoporosis research, revealing a shift toward bone quality and surgical outcomes.
Combined posterolateral and direct anterior approaches improve outcomes in complex hip arthroplasty for osteonecrosis
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Sys. Review
Combined posterolateral and direct anterior approaches improve outcomes in complex hip arthroplasty for osteonecrosis New surgical approach helps man with severe hip bone damage
This case report describes a 51-year-old male with bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head treated with a combined posterolateral and di…
A new dual-incision surgery technique helped a man with severe hip bone decay regain mobility and eliminate pain after a complex procedure.

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