First positive results of biodegradable implant tests have been announced
Russian scientists have successfully tested biodegradable tibia implants with bioactive coatings out of polylactic acid and calcium phosphate, which might...
Read More£31,000 prize for a life-changing invention
Could you do with £31,000 of expert help to get your invention to market? The Morgan Innovation Prize 2019 is...
Read MoreKeele scientists showcase cutting-edge prosthetic hand research
Researchers from Keele University have been selected to present their work on the quest for a life-like prosthetic hand at...
Read MorePartial knee replacements are better for many patients and cheaper for the NHS
Researchers at the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) have found that many more patients could be...
Read MoreNew surgery for groin pain found to be more effective than physiotherapy
As the FIFA World Cup has come to an end, researchers have found that keyhole surgery could help get injured...
Read MoreUrinary markers predict bone problems after hip replacement
In a study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research, investigators have identified urinary markers that differentiate total hip replacement patients...
Read MoreOlder patients with knee pain may benefit from allograft transplant technique
Knee pain in active patients over the age of 40 is often difficult to treat but, according to researchers presenting...
Read MoreLimited shoulder function is leading factor for rotator cuff surgery
For patients with rotator cuff tears, improving shoulder function is the most important reason for moving forward with surgical repair,...
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