Category: Orthopedics

Orthopedics

Common Blood Pressure Meds Linked to Lower Risk of TKA

Among patients with knee pain, those who take beta-blockers appear to have a lower risk of Total knee arthroplasty for the treatment of advanced osteoarthritis.

Orthopedics

Vero Ankle Brace Now Available

The new Vero Ankle brace was developed by orthopedic surgeons to help ankle-injury patients rehabilitate and restore mobility.

Orthopedics

One-Fourth of Former Olympians Develop Osteoarthritis, Per Study

Competing at elite level in sport is linked with an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis and joint pain later in life, a study notes.

Arthritis

RUDN Doctors Improve Tissue Regeneration in the Knee Joint

Stem cells and the patient's blood plasma could be used to improve tissue regeneration after knee surgery, according to a new study.

Braces

OPUM and Corflex Partner to Deliver Remote Clinical-Grade Knee Assessments

OPUM, developer of the Digital Knee sensor, has partnered with bracing manufacturer Corflex Global to digitize knee assessments.

Joint Replacement

Faster Knee for Better Walking After Knee Surgery

Knee extension velocity while seated strongly predicts walking performance in elderly patients after knee surgery, scientists suggest.

Orthotics

Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears Joins Gala Celebration of Foot Levelers 70th Anniversary

Foot Levelers hosted a 70th anniversary gala at their Roanoke, Virginia headquarters, attended by Virginia Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears.