Latest Orthopedics News
Poll: Older Adults Frequently Use Online Physician Ratings
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Older adults commonly use online ratings to choose a doctor, according to a report published online Jan. 6 based on the results of the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging.
Cannabis Use Disorder May Up Risk of Perioperative Heart Attack
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Active cannabis use disorder is associated with an increased perioperative risk of myocardial infarction, according to a study published in the December issue of Anesthesiology.
Early Access to Chiropractors, PTs Tied to Decreased Long-Term Opioid Use
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Patients who initially see a physical therapist or chiropractor for low back pain rather than a primary care physician are much less likely to be prescribed opioids, according to a study recently published in BMJ Open.
NATA: Single-Sport Focus Not Good for Children
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Parents should try to keep their children from focusing on a single sport for as long as possible to reduce their risk for injuries and other problems, the National Athletic Trainers' Association says.
Extreme Heat Linked to 33 Clinically Reportable Diagnoses
ADHD Poses Additional Concussion Challenges for Athletes
Few Patients With Stroke, TBI Receive Inpatient Rehabilitation Care
Low Use of Protective Eyewear Reported Among Pickleball Players
Disparities Identified in Home Health Care After Hip, Knee Replacement
Evidence Insufficient to Support Routine Lumbar Support Use for Chronic Low Back Pain
Robotic Arm-Assisted TKR Offers Similar Outcome to Conventional TKR
First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis Eases Painful Hallux Rigidus