orthopedics

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of pain and disability around the world. Millions of people develop this condition as they grow older, and many eventually struggle with daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or standing for long periods. The disease occurs when cartilage, the smooth tissue that covers the ends of […] The post Scientists Find A New Way to Reverse Arthri…

Scientific Reports, Published online: 10 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-55189-2 Tendinopathy alters the time course of free achilles tendon morphological recovery following eccentric exercise

For millions of people living with osteoarthritis, daily life can involve a frustrating cycle of pain and stiffness. While current treatments like over-the-counter medications or steroid injections can temporarily dull the ache, they do not stop the joint from deteriorating.

For people living with osteoarthritis, everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or getting out of a chair can become increasingly difficult. The disease affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide and is one of the leading causes of disability among older adults. Although doctors have many ways to manage pain, there is still no […] The post Existing Drug May Repair Joint Damage …

Experimental osteoarthritis therapies repaired damaged joints in animals and may enter clinical trials within 18 months. A new experimental treatment may one day allow arthritic joints to heal themselves — without major surgery. In animal studies, researchers successfully regenerated damaged cartilage and restored aging joints to a healthy state within just weeks. The breakthrough therapies [...]

A 10-year follow-up of the FIDELITY trial, which was controlled with placebo surgery, found that partial meniscectomy does not improve patients’ symptoms or function. Partial meniscectomy, a procedure that trims a degenerated meniscus, is among the most frequently performed orthopedic surgeries worldwide. Although its use has dropped sharply in Finland in recent years, the operation [...]

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common health problems affecting joints. It happens when the soft tissue that protects the ends of bones, called cartilage, slowly wears away. This causes bones to rub against each other, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving. Many people think of it as a problem that only affects older […] The post Scientists move closer to healing arthritis naturall…

The increasing global aging population has led to a steady rise in the demand for titanium orthopedic implants.

Knee osteoarthritis affects millions of people worldwide and is a leading cause of pain and reduced mobility. It develops slowly over time as the cartilage in the knee joint breaks down. This cartilage normally acts as a cushion between bones, allowing smooth movement. When it wears away, the joint becomes stiff, painful, and harder to […] The post The best exercise for knee arthritis may be simp…

Total hip arthroplasty leads to the best outcomes in the treatment of moderate-to-severe hip osteoarthritis, according to a new study by the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital. During a one-year follow-up, surgery combined with conservative treatment was found to relieve pain and improve functional capacity and quality of life more effectively than conservative treatment…

Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint problems in the world, especially as people get older. It happens when the smooth cartilage that protects the ends of bones slowly wears away. Without this protective layer, the bones rub against each other, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. Over time, even simple movements like walking […] The post Why simple activities like walking may be…

A sweeping analysis of nearly 10,000 patients challenges assumptions about how best to treat knee osteoarthritis. For many people with knee osteoarthritis, relief may not require medication. A large new analysis suggests that simple physical treatments can ease pain and improve movement, often more effectively than some high-tech options. Knee osteoarthritis is one of the [...]

Joint pain is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world. One of the main causes is osteoarthritis, a condition where the protective layer between bones becomes damaged. Over time, this leads to pain, swelling, and difficulty with movement. Many people find that everyday tasks become harder as the condition worsens. Currently, […] The post A simple shot could reverse osteoa…

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project aims to fill the gaps in the management of knee osteoarthritis (OA) in adults aged 40 to 75 years in a primary care practice. Knee OA is a common chronic disease that significantly impacts pain, mobility, and quality of life. Although there is empirical evidence that nonpharmacological interventions, including exercise, weight control, and self-managem…

For decades, a common surgery has been used to treat knee pain caused by wear and tear. This operation, called partial meniscectomy, involves trimming damaged cartilage inside the knee. It has been performed millions of times around the world and is often seen as a routine solution for ongoing knee discomfort. But a new long-term […] The post The most common knee surgery does not help and may eve…

Osteoarthritis has no cure, but researchers have developed new therapies that help aging or damaged joints repair themselves in a matter of weeks.

Osteoarthritis affects 595 million people worldwide (7.6%) with prevalence increasing with age. The most common surgical intervention for this is joint replacement, with approximately 7 million Americans currently living with hip or knee replacements. This case study presents an 85-year-old female cadaver with several joint replacements, as well as soft tissue masses and vertebral osteophytes dis…

Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most common knee injuries in athletes participating in pivoting sports. While ACL reconstruction (ACLR) restores knee stability and allows return to sport (RTS), many patients develop post-traumatic osteoarthritis (OA) later in life. Identifying modifiable surgical and rehabilitation factors that contribute to OA development rema…

Knee pain is a common problem, especially as people get older. One of the main causes of this pain is knee osteoarthritis. This condition happens when the protective cartilage in the knee joint wears down over time. As a result, the bones can rub against each other, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving. Many people […] The post Simple treatments work best for knee arthritis appeared fir…

ObjectivesTo compare tibial torsion angle (TTA) and proximal tibial metatarsal angle (PTMTA) between dogs weighing < 10 kg and dogs weighing ≥ 10 kg with and without medial patellar luxation (MPL) to assess whether transverse plane tibial-metatarsal malalignment is size dependent.Study designRetrospective computed tomographic analysis.Sample populationOne hundred and one limbs from 55 client-owne…