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Type of Pain as Important as Pain Intensity: Study
New research published in the Journal of Pain suggests that the type of pain a patient experiences has as much impact on his or her quality of life as the intensity of the pain. Read Summary > -
Failure-Prone Hip Replacements Recalled
DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. is recalling two of its hip replacement products due to higher-than-expected rates of revision surgery due to improper fit of the implant. Read Summary > -
Arthritis More Likely in Outward-Facing Knees: Study
People who have knees that point outward may have a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Joint Replacements May Aid Weight Loss
In a study of 196 patients who had received a hip or knee replacement, researchers found that nearly 20 percent of these patients had significant weight loss and decreased body mass index after undergoing the joint-replacement procedure. Read Summary > -
Care After Joint Surgery May Affect Heart Health
French researchers say the quality of care patients receive right after having orthopedic surgery may have a major impact on their long-term heart health. Read Summary > -
Protecting Your Knees Early May Prevent Problems Later On
Experts say making lifestyle changes such as losing weight and doing lower impact exercises in your youth may help you prevent arthritis and knee replacements later in life. Read Summary > -
Steroid Injection Site Determines Sciatica Relief: Study
Sciatica pain caused by herniated discs may be treated most effectively when steroids are injected straight into the spinal nerve, researchers say, and this approach could be an viable alternative to surgery. Read Summary > -
Prescribed Exercises May Relieve Arthritis Pain
Dutch researchers have found that patients with hip or knee arthritis have a better prognosis if they continue to do their physical therapy exercises after completing a supervised exercise therapy at a medical facility. Read Summary >
