Volar and dorsal approaches show comparable outcomes for distal radius malunion corrective osteotomy
Different Surgical Approaches Show Similar Results for Wrist Malunion
This systematic review and exploratory network meta-analysis of 20 studies involving 517 wrists found that volar and dorsal surgical approac…
New research shows that different surgical techniques provide similar pain relief and movement for patients with a healing wrist bone proble…
OpenCap motion capture shows highest accuracy for sagittal-plane, lower-extremity, healthy, squatting/walking tasks
Smartphone motion tracking shows promise for clinical and sports use
This scoping review of 51 eligible studies evaluates OpenCap, a smartphone-based markerless motion capture system, against reference-standar…
A smartphone-based motion system shows high accuracy for certain movements, potentially making it a useful tool for athletes and patients in…
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
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…
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.
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…
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
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
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
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
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
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.