Modified medial patellofemoral ligament reconstructions can be successful with minimal risk of redislocation, according to a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
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The number of patients receiving hip arthroscopy is expected to grow tremendously, possibly doubling by 2013, and three new CPT codes were introduced for the procedure this past year, according to an AAOS Now report.
Spinal Restoration, an Austin, Texas-based spine device company, received a patent for its Biostat System, according to a Spinal Restoration news release.
U.S. deaths from opioids more than tripled from 1999-2007 and now surpass deaths from skin cancer, HIV and alcoholic liver disease, according to a BMJ report.
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Timothy Kremchek, MD, team medical director for the Cincinnati Reds, recently performed shoulder surgery on Reds third baseman Scott Rolen to remove bone spur fragments in his non-throwing arm, according to an MLB report.
Lisa L. Michels, chief compliance officer for orthopedic device company Wright Medical Group, announced her resignation recently, according to a Daily News report.
Heinz Hoenecke, MD, head team physician for the San Diego Padres, and Jan Fronek, MD, performed a shoulder debridement on Padre's pitcher Clayton Richard, according to an MLB report.
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A campaign in Chicago will allow physicians to text information about concussions and other football injuries to athletes, coaches and parents, according to a news release.