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- 1From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedSpinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by a homozygous deletion in the SMN1 gene and is manifested by loss of the anterior horn cells of the spinal cord. Classifications of the disorder...
- 2From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedThis Technology Overview was prepared using systematic review methodology and summarizes the findings of studies published as of July 15, 2011, on modern metal-on-metal hip implants. Analyses conducted on outcomes by...
- 3From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedFlexor tendon sheath infections of the hand must be diagnosed and treated expeditiously to avoid poor clinical outcomes. Knowledge of the sheath's anatomy is essential for diagnosis and to help to guide treatment. The...
- 4From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedHallux rigidus is the most common degenerative joint pathology of the foot. Untreated, it may result in notable limitations in gait, activity level, and daily function. Positive outcomes can be achieved with nonsurgical...
- 5From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedIn February 2012, the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) published its ninth evidence-based clinical practice guideline on the prevention of venous thromboembolic (VTE) disease in patients undergoing...
- 6From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedThe scapula plays a key role in nearly every aspect of normal shoulder function. Scapular dyskinesis--altered scapular positioning and motion--is found in association with most shoulder injuries. Basic science and...
- 7From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedFor decades, implantable sensors have been used in research to provide comprehensive understanding of the biomechanics of the human musculoskeletal system. These complex sensor systems have improved our understanding of...
- 8From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedAlthough the carcinogenic consequences of smoking are well known, further research is needed on the effects of smoking on musculoskeletal health and surgical outcomes. Orthopaedic perioperative complications of smoking...
- 9From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedFailure to recognize spinal column or spinal cord injuries, or improper treatment of them, can have catastrophic and often irreversible neurologic consequences. Although the initial assessment is often shared with...
- 10From: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (Vol. 20, Issue 6) Peer-ReviewedTo the Editor: In their article on the impact of the Spine Patient Outcomes Research Trial (SPORT), (1) the authors review the trial findings. Unfortunately, in their discussion of the surgical management of...