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This study aimed to assess degenerative changes in the semitendinosus tendon in patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA). The hypothesis was that individuals with severe OA would demonstrate more pronounced histological and ultrastructural tendon degeneration than those with mild-to-moderate OA.

As cementless fixation in total knee arthroplasty has increased in the U.S. since 2012, results presented here showed a small but significant increase in 1-year revision risk with this method in patients aged 65 years or older.

Results presented here showed the use of some NSAIDs after primary total hip arthroplasty may not increase the risk for wound-related bleeding complications in patients receiving anticoagulation

Total hip (THA) and knee arthroplasty (TKA) are increasingly being performed on an outpatient basis. Due to this shift in the site of service, the volume and complexity of the work required for these procedures may be affected. The purpose of this study was to quantify the amount of perioperative wo...

This retrospective analysis investigated relationships between pain levels, the extent of hip dysplasia, and behavioral health diagnoses in adolescent and adult patients diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

Femoroacetabular impingement is a common cause of labral damage and hip pain in athletes. In severe labral tears with inadequate healthy labrum for repair, labral reconstruction has shown positive clinical outcomes in the general population. This study aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-a...

A clinical practice guideline for the Assessment and Treatment of Acute Low Back Pain is being developed by a multidisciplinary guideline development group (GDG), including the American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM).

Recovering from low back surgery can be challenging, but with the right exercises, you can regain strength and stability. Here are 12 exercises recommended by physical therapists to enhance your recovery following a lumbar laminectomy and discectomy.

Spinal cord compression-also called cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM)- is caused by any condition that puts pressure on the spinal cord. Symptoms may develop suddenly or gradually and may include pain or stiffness in the neck or back, balance issues, or a burning pain in the arms or legs.

Pain in the upper right back can occur due to muscle strain, spinal fractures, osteoarthritis, and herniated disks. Treatments may involve a combination of home treatments and medical intervention.