Gain-of-function mutations in fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) genes are known to cause a range of skeletal disorders ...

TNF inhibitors for the treatment of axial spondyloarthritis may decrease the risk for hip or spine fracture by as much as 29% ...

But this time, after surgery, his doctor surprised us by instructing Mark to walk on it two weeks later. It turns out the ...

Whether you’re injured or you injure someone else in a car accident, it’s a good idea to know how much common car accident ...

Hip fractures in older adults can lead to serious complications, disability and even death. Traditionally, orthopaedic ...

A new $10.8 million multicenter clinical trial co-led by Gerard Slobogean, MD, MPH, an Associate Professor of Orthopaedics ...

Nonoperative treatment for older patients with proximal humerus fractures may yield comparable 2-year outcomes vs. surgery. Researchers questioned the benefits of operative treatment with locking ...

It will help you to better understand the benefits and risks of your treatment options. A collarbone fracture is a common injury and represents up to 10% of all fractures, especially among younger, ...

Surgical treatment of calcaneus fractures usually involves making an incision over the outside of the foot and placing a metal plate and screws into the broken heel bone. Your healthcare provider will ...

Assessment of mood status in both the short and long term following fracture in the elderly seems justified, with early detection and treatment likely to result ... in the fracture cohort of the ...

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Vibration helps bones to grow. In a new study, Zurich researchers have shown how such mechanical stimuli influence the genes in the bones. They hope to use this to heal broken ...