Orthopedics (all articles)
NICE Guideline: Low back pain and sciatica in over 16s
23 Sep, 2020 | 14:41h | UTC
[Abstract Only] Preliminary trial on the effectiveness of Curcuma longa extract for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis
15 Sep, 2020 | 08:38h | UTCCommentaries: Turmeric May Help Relieve Pain from Knee Osteoarthritis – NEJM Journal Watch
Randomized trial: Effectiveness of a high-volume injection as treatment for chronic Achilles tendinopathy
11 Sep, 2020 | 01:12h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
*Results of a randomised clinical trial*:
Effectiveness of a high volume injection as treatment for chronic Achilles tendinopathy@bmj_latest @BJSM_BMJ @rj_devos @janverhaar @BiermaS @MCHSport @ErasmusMC @ReumaNederland#Open Access https://t.co/ExJbnTNqUq
Thread*
— Arco van der Vlist (@ArcoVlist) September 9, 2020
Randomized trial: Negative-pressure wound therapy compared with standard dressings following surgical treatment of major trauma to the lower limb
6 Sep, 2020 | 21:33h | UTCSource: EvidenceAlerts
Commentaries on Twitter
Should we use “Negative Pressure Dressings” in high risk major trauma wounds?
Paper early 2020 in JAMA https://t.co/I3SZfy62K1
Blow-by-blow account today (all 114 pages!) https://t.co/V6UbWItCmN
Spoiler: No – no difference@BritOrthopaedic @OrthoFolks @bota_uk @JAMA_current pic.twitter.com/PUQoCwz4Zr
— Dan Perry (@MrDanPerry) August 24, 2020
New NIHR-funded research finds standard dressings better than negative-pressure wound therapy for patients having #surgery for major leg #trauma: https://t.co/npGSNhz4XE#NIHRJL#openaccess pic.twitter.com/GSsGtyjla6
— NIHR Evidence (@NIHRevidence) August 26, 2020
Randomized placebo-surgery controlled trial evaluates arthroscopic partial meniscectomy for a degenerative meniscus tear: a 5 year follow-up
6 Sep, 2020 | 21:34h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
HOT OFF THE PRESS***
5 year follow-up results of the FIDELITY trial (arthroscopic partial meniscectomy VS placebo surgery for degenerative meniscal tears)
Another crushing blow for the #SexyScalpel? #OpenAccess by @anttimal @shamteppo & co!https://t.co/furVdovR9v pic.twitter.com/2gwNsQTk0s
— BJSM (@BJSM_BMJ) August 29, 2020
Meta-analysis: Intra-articular saline injection as effective as corticosteroids, platelet-rich plasma and hyaluronic acid for hip osteoarthritis pain
24 Aug, 2020 | 00:27h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
Intra-articular saline injection as effective as corticosteroids, platelet-rich plasma and hyaluronic acid for hip osteoarthritis pain: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
????❗️https://t.co/AQB9KtYw98 pic.twitter.com/2FpUEfxepr
— Physio Meets Science (@PhysioMeScience) August 22, 2020
[Abstract Only] Observational study: Atypical femur fracture risk vs. fragility fracture prevention with bisphosphonates
20 Aug, 2020 | 09:12h | UTC
Recognizing axial spondyloarthritis: A guide for primary care
19 Aug, 2020 | 09:22h | UTCRecognizing Axial Spondyloarthritis: A Guide for Primary Care – Mayo Clinic Proceedings
ACP/AAFP Guideline: Nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic management of acute pain from non–low back, musculoskeletal injuries in adults
18 Aug, 2020 | 07:30h | UTCNews Release: ACP, AAFP release new guideline for treatment of non-low back pain – American College of Physicians
Commentary: ACP, AAFP issue joint guideline on non-low back pain from musculoskeletal injuries in adults – ACP Internist
[Abstract Only] Randomized trial: Surgery vs. cast immobilization for adults with a bicortical fracture of the scaphoid waist
10 Aug, 2020 | 01:54h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
Another high quality RCT from U.K. orthopaedic surgeons…in the Lancet.
What to do this fracture..?
The infographic reveals all…https://t.co/ArvSirJ6S4
Spoiler…put it in a cast.@NIHRresearch @TheLancet @BritOrthopaedic @bota_uk @YorkTrialsUnit pic.twitter.com/hZPwG7k6gL
— Dan Perry (@MrDanPerry) August 8, 2020
[Abstract Only] Study: A second bone mineral density measurement 3 years after the initial measurement is not associated with improved accuracy of fracture risk assessment
7 Aug, 2020 | 03:05h | UTCCommentary: Second BMD Measurement Not Beneficial for Identifying Hip Fracture – Physician’s Weekly
Randomized trial: Effect of spinal manipulative and mobilization therapies in young adults with mild to moderate chronic low back pain
7 Aug, 2020 | 03:03h | UTC
[Abstract Only] Cohort Study: Cardiovascular and bleeding risks associated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after myocardial infarction
3 Aug, 2020 | 00:17h | UTCCardiovascular and Bleeding Risks Associated With Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs After Myocardial Infarction – Journal of the American College of Cardiology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)
Commentaries: NSAIDs Boost CV, Bleeding Risks in Post-MI Patients – TCTMD AND Concomitant NSAID Treatment After MI – American College of Cardiology AND NSAIDs increase cardiovascular, bleeding risk in Korean heart attack patients – American College of Cardiology
Review: musculoskeletal consequences of COVID-19
20 Jul, 2020 | 07:49h | UTCMusculoskeletal Consequences of COVID-19 – The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery
Systematic review: International guidelines and recommendations for surgery during Covid-19 pandemic
17 Jul, 2020 | 08:34h | UTC
Selected Articles: COVID-19 in Surgical Patients
3 Jul, 2020 | 08:46h | UTCArticle 1: Managing COVID-19 in Surgical Systems – Annals of Surgery
Article 3: COVID-19 – Considerations and Implications for Surgical Learners – Annals of Surgery
Article 5: A Guide for Surgical and Procedural Recovery After the First Surge of Covid-19 – NEJM Catalyst
Updated Guidelines to Reduce Venous Thromboembolism in Trauma Patients
29 Jun, 2020 | 09:03h | UTC
[Abstract Only] Randomized Trial: Vitamin D and Marine Omega‐3 Fatty Acids Do Not Improve Chronic Knee Pain in Older Adults
29 Jun, 2020 | 08:59h | UTC
NICE Guideline: Joint Replacement: Hip, Knee and Shoulder
8 Jun, 2020 | 04:23h | UTC
Perioperative Considerations in Urgent Surgical Care of Suspected and Confirmed COVID-19 Orthopedic Patients
4 Jun, 2020 | 04:53h | UTC
Cohort Study: Clinical Characteristics, Etiology, and Initial Management Strategy of Newly Diagnosed Periprosthetic Joint Infection
1 Jun, 2020 | 03:29h | UTC
Resuming Elective Orthopedic Surgery During the COVID-19 Pandemic
19 May, 2020 | 04:15h | UTC
Randomized Trial: Graduated Compression Stockings in Elective Surgical Patients
18 May, 2020 | 01:41h | UTCCommentaries: Graduated compression stockings on trial – The BMJ Opinion AND Compression stockings might not be needed to prevent blood clots after surgery – The British Medical Journal
Consensus Document: Surgery During the COVID‐19 Pandemic
15 May, 2020 | 03:34h | UTC
Systematic Review: Interventions for Preventing Venous Thromboembolism in Adults Undergoing Knee Arthroscopy
15 May, 2020 | 03:19h | UTC