Protocol reduces opioid use in spinal surgery patients
A novel “Enhanced Recovery After Surgery” (ERAS) protocol developed by Penn Medicine for patients undergoing spinal and peripheral nerve surgery significantly reduced...
Read MoreSpinal cord is ‘smarter’ than previously thought
It is well known that the circuits in this part of our nervous system, which travel down the length of...
Read MoreThe first dexterous and sentient hand prosthesis has been successfully implanted
A female Swedish patient with hand amputation has become the first recipient of an osseo-neuromuscular implant to control a dexterous...
Read MoreCould a sedentary lifestyle help to beat osteoporosis?
The effects on osteoporosis of prolonged periods of sitting – and the potential impact of less sedentary behaviour – are...
Read MoreNetwork of proteins influences the advancement of osteoarthritis
A network of carbohydrate binding proteins - so-called galectins - plays an important role in the degeneration of cartilage in...
Read MoreZimmer Biomet and Apple collaborate to launch a major clinical study on the patient journey
Zimmer Biomet Holdings is working with Apple by using Apple Watch and iPhone to change the patient journey for two of the most...
Read MoreUK health charity receives rare Royal title approved by The Queen
The National Osteoporosis Society, which has HRH The Duchess of Cornwall (pictured) as its president, has had a rare Royal...
Read MoreAspirin alone is a good clot buster after knee surgery
When it comes to preventing blood clots after a knee replacement, aspirin may be just as effective as newer, more...
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