Philadelphia-based University of Pennsylvania researchers found 80 percent of patients who underwent a low-risk surgical procedure filled an opioid prescription within seven days, according to Forbes.
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Patients undergoing lumbar discectomy may experience a much longer recovery than expected, based on a new Portland-based Oregon Health & Science University study, according to Portland Business Journal. Neurosurgeon and assistant professor Khoi Than, MD, led the research.
Researchers analyzed recent trends in the incidence and treatment of proximal humerus fractures in a cross-sectional elderly population. Investigators analyzed Medicare data from 2005 to 2012 and looked at patient demographics, hospitalization data, treatment and revision status.
The American Medical Association is supporting the AllTrials campaign for clinical trial registration and reporting.
The global spinal non-fusion treatment market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.3 percent to $749 million by 2021, according to Wise Guy Reports' research.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan reported a positive medical policy statement for minimally invasive SI joint fusion, effective March 1.
Medtronic's neurostimulators reduce chronic pain, according to Public Slate.
New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery and Stamford (Conn.) Health opened its sports rehabilitation facility.
Building Owners Management Association Greater Minneapolis named TRIA Orthopaedic Center in Bloomington, Minn., outstanding building of the year in the medical office category, according to a Sun Current report.
Robert Anderson, MD, performed ankle surgery on Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden, according to a report by The San Diego Union-Tribune.