Category: Orthopedics

Orthopedics

Novel Osteoarthritis Therapy Shows Potential to Restore Cartilage and Reduce Pain

A Yale study found that an existing drug delivered directly into the joint via a specialized hydrogel may both relieve osteoarthritis pain and promote cartilage repair

Orthopedics

Hanger Names New Chief Clinical Officer

Hanger Clinic's new chief clinical officer will lead the company’s Clinical and Scientific Affairs team and the Hanger Institute.

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

UCLA Health Gets Funding to Develop New Osteoarthritis Treatments

UCLA Health is part of a multi-institution research team to receive a contract from ARPA-H to develop new joint regeneration osteoarthritis treatments.

Braces

Adaptive Pants Accommodate Leg Braces and Casts

You can zip the pants on around the legs in a standing position or while lying down, and the calf and hem of the pant can be vented to accommodate braces and casts.

Joint Replacement

Agreement Brings At-Home Orthopedic Surgery Rehab to Federal Healthcare Systems

ROMTech PortableConnect is now available to customers through federal contracting systems, thanks to a new vendor partnership.

Orthotics

Hanger Acquires O&P Company

Hanger Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced transaction to acquire an orthotics and prosthetics manufacturer.