Orthopaedics has seen a massive shift from generalists to specialists. Originally, orthopaedic surgeons tackled a wide range of bone and muscle problems. But things have changed. Knowledge has grown more complex, and so has the way surgeons are trained. Now, in places like North America, nearly all
You might think of your knee as a simple hinge, but it's actually a complex machine. When things go wrong, like when the patella (kneecap) doesn't sit right, it's called patellofemoral instability. This can happen because of an issue called high-grade trochlear dysplasia. A surgery called trochleopl
In the United States, language barriers often stand in the way of quality healthcare for Spanish-speaking individuals. These patients, often classified as having Limited English Proficiency (LEP), face unique challenges. Despite the potential of digital health technologies to bridge these gaps, ther
Ever wondered why some older adults in China who've had strokes spend so much time sitting? Scientists used two different methods, decision trees and logistic regression models, to figure this out. They wanted to know what factors play a role in these seniors being too sedentary. Let's take a step
Everyday, hospitals and clinics gather genetic samples from patients for medical reasons. But what you might not know is that police are secretly dipping into these records. It's a controversial practice where cops search for DNA clues without a warrant or even asking for your permission. They've us
From 2014 to 2018, the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Nigeria, treated 232 patients with gunshot injuries (GSIs). Most victims were men (86. 6%), and the highest number of cases were seen during night shifts (56%). The most affected age group was 21-40 years old (61. 2%). Armed robbery attac
Lupus, a complicated autoimmune disease, affects people differently every day. So, what's most important for patients? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They talked to patients to get their views. The goal? To figure out the best things to measure using digital health tools. These could be
Health data is super important for research and making patient care better, but it's also very complex. To use it well, we need to understand the paths patients take through healthcare services. This involves how data is collected, stored, and then looked at. In the UK, neuroscience centers are tryi
Having a hip replacement is no picnic, so let's talk about two different technologies helping surgeons nail the surgery. First, there's computer-assisted fluoroscopic navigation, which uses X-rays to guide the implant placement. Then, there's robotic assistance, which helps surgeons get everything l
You know how people with rheumatic diseases like Inflammatory Arthritis (IA), OsteoArthritis (OA), or Fibromyalgia (FM) often struggle with pain and fatigue? Well, researchers decided to test a new online program called "Leef! Met Reuma" to see if it could help. This program focuses on changing life
