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The Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH): A Literature Review on the Rehabilitation Treatment (2023)
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Introduction. The diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), also known as Forestier-Rotès-Querol disease, is a systemic pathology characterized by the diffuse ossification of the ligaments of the spinal column. It can be linked to several meta... Read More about The Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH): A Literature Review on the Rehabilitation Treatment.

Quadriceps Tendon Tears Rehabilitation: A Narrative Review of the Literature (2023)
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Introduction. Knee extensor apparatus tears are uncommon conditions, affecting middle aged men more than women. Quadriceps tendon ruptures are usually described as an acute consequence of a trauma that could be characterized by a direct or indirect m... Read More about Quadriceps Tendon Tears Rehabilitation: A Narrative Review of the Literature.

Groin Pain Syndrome Italian Consensus Conference update 2023. (2023)
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Groin pain syndrome (GPS) is a controversial topic in Sports Medicine. The GPS Italian Consensus Conference on terminology, clinical evaluation and imaging assessment of groin pain in athletes was organized by the Italian Society of Arthroscopy in Mi... Read More about Groin Pain Syndrome Italian Consensus Conference update 2023..

Level I of evidence does not support manual lymphatic drainage for total knee arthroplasty: a meta-analysis (2023)
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It is unclear whether manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) following primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is effective in reducing pain and swelling and improving knee function. The present study investigated the efficacy of MLD after TKA. The outcomes o... Read More about Level I of evidence does not support manual lymphatic drainage for total knee arthroplasty: a meta-analysis.

Wharton's jelly and osteoarthritis of the knee. (2023)
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The existing treatment modalities for knee osteoarthritis (OA) do not actually address the pathology. Biological therapies, including those using material derived from perinatal tissues, represent a ground-breaking approach to alleviating the symptom... Read More about Wharton's jelly and osteoarthritis of the knee..

Head, acetabular liner composition, and rate of revision and wear in total hip arthroplasty: a Bayesian network meta-analysis (2023)
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Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common procedure for patients suffering from hip pain e.g. from osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, or hip fractures. The satisfaction of patients undergoing THA is influenced by the choice of implant type and material, w... Read More about Head, acetabular liner composition, and rate of revision and wear in total hip arthroplasty: a Bayesian network meta-analysis.

Efficacy of ibuprofen and indomethacin as prophylaxis of heterotopic ossification: a comparative study (2023)
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The prophylactic action of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in heterotopic ossification (HO) was first described following analgesic therapy with indomethacin. Following that evidence, several compounds have been successfully used for p... Read More about Efficacy of ibuprofen and indomethacin as prophylaxis of heterotopic ossification: a comparative study.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Rotator Cuff Tears. (2023)
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Rotator cuff tears (RCTs) negatively impacts patient well-being. Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a promising tool in medical decision-making. Within AI, deep learning allows to autonomously solve complex tasks. This review assesses the cu... Read More about Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Rotator Cuff Tears..

Allogenic Umbilical Cord Tissue for Rotator Cuff Injuries. (2023)
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Highly prone to injury, the rotator cuff greatly contributes to the stability and mobility of the shoulder. Clinicians prioritize conservative treatment, resorting to surgery only when necessary, although they are hindered by inherent limitations. Bi... Read More about Allogenic Umbilical Cord Tissue for Rotator Cuff Injuries..

Management of partial-thickness rotator cuff tears with autologous adipose-derived regenerative cells is safe and more effective than injection of corticosteroid (2023)
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Symptomatic, partial-thickness rotator cuff tears (sPTRCT) are problematic. This study tested the hypothesis that management of sPTRCT with injection of fresh, uncultured, unmodified, autologous, adipose-derived regenerative cells (UA-ADRCs) is safe... Read More about Management of partial-thickness rotator cuff tears with autologous adipose-derived regenerative cells is safe and more effective than injection of corticosteroid.

Role of pan-national associations such as the European College of Sports and Exercise Physicians (ECOSEP) in advancing the specialty of sports and exercise medicine in the 21st century. (2023)
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Allogenic umbilical cord tissue for temporomandibular joint injuries (2023)
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The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is crucial for functions of daily living such as mastication and articulation. Common TMJ issues include osteoarthritis, internal derangement, and myofascial pain dysfunction. Conservative methods such as physical th... Read More about Allogenic umbilical cord tissue for temporomandibular joint injuries.

CT-based navigation for total hip arthroplasty: a meta-analysis (2023)
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Introduction: Computer tomography (CT) based navigation is considered by some authors as an advance in total hip arthroplasty (THA). A meta-analysis was conducted to compare CT based versus conventional THA in terms of surgical duration of the proced... Read More about CT-based navigation for total hip arthroplasty: a meta-analysis.

Endotenon-Derived Type II Tendon Stem Cells Have Enhanced Proliferative and Tenogenic Potential (2023)
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Tendon injuries caused by overuse or age-related deterioration are frequent. Incomplete knowledge of somatic tendon cell biology and their progenitors has hindered interventions for the effective repair of injured tendons. Here, we sought to compare... Read More about Endotenon-Derived Type II Tendon Stem Cells Have Enhanced Proliferative and Tenogenic Potential.

Epidemiology of injuries in young volleyball athletes: a systematic review (2023)
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Background Volleyball is among the five most popular sports in the world. Regardless of level and age, volleyball athletes perform fast high-impact movements such as jumps, landings, and changes in direction, demanding motor and sensory skills to av... Read More about Epidemiology of injuries in young volleyball athletes: a systematic review.

Human Response to Plague: a Literary and Sociologic Perspective (2023)
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As COVID-19 pandemic, other plagues struck people in the past, provoking potential­ly dangerous social reactions in mankind. Luckily, these reactions are quite constant, even in different eras and cultures, and famous novelists accurately reported th... Read More about Human Response to Plague: a Literary and Sociologic Perspective.

Rotator Cuff Repair in Pediatric and Adolescent Athletes: Indications and Outcomes (2023)
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Telemedicine and Orthopedic Surgery: A Narrative Review (2023)
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Purpose of review. The purpose of this paper is to review the current concepts regarding a new form of medicine which, especially in recent years, is enjoying more and more success. Especially how telemedicine can be beneficial in many areas of ortho... Read More about Telemedicine and Orthopedic Surgery: A Narrative Review.

Demographic characteristics influencing the stem subsidence in total hip arthroplasty: an imaging study. (2023)
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The present study evaluated whether patient demographic characteristics influence the subsidence of the stem in total hip arthroplasty (THA). The following characteristics were evaluated: age, height, weight, and sex. The association between the time... Read More about Demographic characteristics influencing the stem subsidence in total hip arthroplasty: an imaging study..

Graphical Abstract in Scientific Research. (2023)
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A graphical abstract (GA) summarizes the key and important findings of an article graphically, potentially stimulating researchers to view the published manuscript. A GA should enhance dissemination, augment engagement, and impact clinical practice.... Read More about Graphical Abstract in Scientific Research..