Orpington Hospital could host specialist orthopaedic centre under NHS proposals
Orpington Hospital could host a specialist centre for orthopaedic care under proposals being drawn up by the NHS. Health officials...
Read MoreBenzodiazepine use increases risk of hip fracture in Alzheimer’s patients
The use of benzodiazepines and related drugs increases the risk of hip fracture by 43 per cent in persons with...
Read MorePhysical activity does not improve after hip replacement
New research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) shows that patients’ physical activity does not increase following hip replacement...
Read MoreSoy protein early in life may help prevent bone loss in adulthood
Consumption of soy protein early in life might be key to the development of strong, healthy bones in adulthood, according...
Read MoreNew senior research fellow aims to optimise reliability and performance of artificial hips
Sophie Williams has been appointed as a Royal Academy of Engineering senior research fellow at the University of Leeds, where...
Read MoreUlster University to play key role in global research to transform bone fracture healing
Ulster University will collaborate with leading universities in the USA and Ireland on a £1.5 million research project to revolutionise...
Read MoreHelping patients get back on their feet more rapidly after a hip fracture
A drug that is currently used to treat osteoporosis could help patients get back on their feet more rapidly after...
Read MoreMultisensory education enhances patient understanding of orthopaedic conditions
Educating patients using visual, auditory and multisensory cues during ‘informed consent’ discussions can improve understanding of anticipated care and possible...
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