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Orthopedics & Sports medicine
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How exercise can support eating disorder recovery

How exercise can support eating disorder recovery

byDurham UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearch led by Dr. Hester Hockin-Boyers (Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences), suggests that combining seemingly opposing approaches t

How exercise can support eating disorder recovery

byDurham UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearch led by Dr. Hester Hockin-Boyers (Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences), suggests that combining seemingly opposing approaches t
Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor Medicare beneficiaries with knee osteoarthritis, the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) injections has increased in recent years, despite clinical gu

Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor Medicare beneficiaries with knee osteoarthritis, the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) injections has increased in recent years, despite clinical gu
New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

by Gillian Rutherford,University of AlbertaCredit: University of AlbertaA University of Alberta team has developed a device to provide a more reliable, aseptic and economical treatment for frost

New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

by Gillian Rutherford,University of AlbertaCredit: University of AlbertaA University of Alberta team has developed a device to provide a more reliable, aseptic and economical treatment for frost
Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor patients with painful finger osteoarthritis, a nonsurgical procedure called lipofilling—in which fat obtained from another part of th

Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor patients with painful finger osteoarthritis, a nonsurgical procedure called lipofilling—in which fat obtained from another part of th
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c
Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before
Better implants key to repair damaged knees

Better implants key to repair damaged knees

by Martin Viljoen,Stellenbosch University South AfricaExample of an implant design. Credit: Dr. Johan van der MerwePeople whose knees have been affected by osteoarthritis, also known as the &#39

Better implants key to repair damaged knees

by Martin Viljoen,Stellenbosch University South AfricaExample of an implant design. Credit: Dr. Johan van der MerwePeople whose knees have been affected by osteoarthritis, also known as the &#39
Methotrexate beneficial for reducing pain, stiffness in knee osteoarthritis

Methotrexate beneficial for reducing pain, stiffness in knee osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineFor patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA), methotrexate added to usual medication is associated with a significant reduction in pain and improvement in stiffness and function at six

Methotrexate beneficial for reducing pain, stiffness in knee osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineFor patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA), methotrexate added to usual medication is associated with a significant reduction in pain and improvement in stiffness and function at six
Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

byConcordia UniversityPost-exercise lactate response following the 1500-m and 400-m time trials. * p < 0.05. Credit:Physical Activity and Nutrition(2024). DOI: 10.20463/pan.2023.0

Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

byConcordia UniversityPost-exercise lactate response following the 1500-m and 400-m time trials. * p < 0.05. Credit:Physical Activity and Nutrition(2024). DOI: 10.20463/pan.2023.0
Can smells improve your athletic performance?

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p
Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

by University of ReadingCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new treatment for chronic pain from osteoarthritis has been trialled following clinical research conducted by the Royal Berkshire Hospital and U

Knee pain goes under the knife following 'game changing' research

by University of ReadingCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new treatment for chronic pain from osteoarthritis has been trialled following clinical research conducted by the Royal Berkshire Hospital and U
Olympic medicine:Athletic injuries

Olympic medicine:Athletic injuries

Credit:www.freepik.comThe 33rd Summer Olympics officially commenced on July 27, 2024, in Paris, France. As athletes from around the world compete, Medicine.net is set to provide educational content on

Olympic medicine:Athletic injuries

Credit:www.freepik.comThe 33rd Summer Olympics officially commenced on July 27, 2024, in Paris, France. As athletes from around the world compete, Medicine.net is set to provide educational content on