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Is there any relationship between orthotic usage and functional activities in children with neuromuscular disorders?

Prosthet Orthot Int. 2013 May 17;

Authors: Alemdaroglu I, Gür G, Bek N, Yilmaz OT, Yakut Y, Uygur F, Karaduman A

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Loss of SS18-SSX1 Inhibits Viability and Induces Apoptosis in Synovial Sarcoma.

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 May 29;

Authors: Carmody Soni EE, Schlottman S, Erkizan HV, Uren A, Toretsky JA

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A custom-made neoprene thumb carpometacarpal orthosis with thermoplastic stabilization: An orthosis that promotes function and improvement in patients with the first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis.

Prosthet Orthot Int. 2013 May 17;

Authors: Bani MA, Arazpour M, Hutchins SW, Layeghi F, Bahramizadeh M, Mardani MA

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Background and aim:Patients with mild to moderate first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis report pain, a reduction in pinch and grip strength and hand function. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of a custom-made neoprene thumb carpometacarpal orthosis with thermoplastic stabilization on pain, function, grip strength, and key pinch in these patients.Technique:A total of 11 volunteer patients participated in this study. All the above-mentioned parameters were evaluated at baseline and also 30, 60, and 90 days after using the splint.Discussion:A decrease in pain was observed after 30 days, and this continued to improve during treatment with the splint. After 90 days of using the splint, grip strength was improved. Function and pinch strength also increased significantly and was maintained during the study period compared to baseline.Clinical relevanceA custom-made neoprene thumb carpometacarpal orthosis with thermoplastic stabilization may be a suitable conservative approach for the treatment of first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis.

PMID: 23685918 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Radiation Therapy Is Associated With Fewer Recurrences in Mesenchymal Chondrosarcoma.

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 May 25;

Authors: Kawaguchi S, Weiss I, Lin PP, Huh WW, Lewis VO

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Analysis of locomotor adaptations in young children with limb loss in an early prosthetic knee prescription protocol.

Prosthet Orthot Int. 2013 May 17;

Authors: Geil M, Coulter C

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Incidence and Risk Factors for Pulmonary Embolism After Primary Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery.

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 May 21;

Authors: Ogura K, Yasunaga H, Horiguchi H, Ohe K, Kawano H

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BACKGROUND: Limited information is available regarding the incidence, risk factors, and optimal prophylaxis in orthopaedic oncology patients, although malignancy and major orthopaedic surgery are associated with an increased pulmonary embolism (PE) risk.
QUESTIONS/PURPOSES: We aimed to investigate the incidence of PE after musculoskeletal tumor surgery in Japanese patients and analyze the potential risk factors for PE.
METHODS: We retrospectively identified 3750 patients (1981 males, 1769 females) who underwent musculoskeletal tumor surgery during 2007 to 2010 using the Japanese Diagnostic Procedure Combination administrative database. Data collected included sex, age, primary diagnosis, type of surgery, duration of anesthesia, and comorbidities that may affect PE incidence. Univariate logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the relationship of each factor with PE occurrence.

Using vacuum-assisted suspension to manage residual limb wounds in persons with transtibial amputation: A case series.

Prosthet Orthot Int. 2013 May 17;

Authors: Hoskins RD, Sutton EE, Kinor D, Schaeffer JM, Fatone S

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Background:Persons with amputation and residual limb wounds would benefit from the ability to continue wearing a prosthesis while healing. Sockets with vacuum-assisted suspension may reduce intra-socket motion and be less disruptive to wound healing. The purpose of this case series was to measure residual limb wound size over time in persons with transtibial amputation while using prostheses with vacuum-assisted suspension.Case description and methods:Six subjects with residual limb wounds were fit with vacuum-assisted suspension sockets. Wound surface area was calculated using ImageJ software at the time of fit and each subsequent visit until closure.Findings and outcome:Average wound surface area at initial measurement was 2.17 ± 0.65 cm(2). All subjects were instructed to continue their normal activity level while wounds healed, with a mean of 177.6 ± 113 days to wound closure.Conclusion:Results suggest that well-fitting sockets with vacuum-assisted suspension in compliant individuals did not preclude wound healing. Further research is required to substantiate these case-based observations.Clinical relevanceResidual limb wounds are typically treated by suspension of prosthetic use until healing occurs, increasing the risk of long-term prosthesis nonuse. Our results suggest that vacuum-assisted suspension sockets may be used while healing occurs.

PMID: 23685916 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Is There a Role for Knee Arthrodesis With Modular Endoprostheses for Tumor and Revision of Failed Endoprostheses?

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 May 18;

Authors: Angelini A, Henderson E, Trovarelli G, Ruggieri P

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Magnetic resonance imaging of the hand and wrist: techniques and spectrum of disease: AAOS exhibit selection.

J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2013 May 15;95(10):e68

Authors: Dewan AK, Chhabra AB, Khanna AJ, Anderson MW, Brunton LM

PMID: 23677369 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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