Tag: Knee Problems
Mesenchymal Stem Cells Show Promise for Torn Meniscus
First-in-human study shows clinical improvement for three patients with avascular meniscal tear
Bacterial Cause of Periodontal Disease May Drive RA
Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans implicated in periodontal disease and rheumatoid arthritis
FDA OKs Autologous Cellularized Scaffold for Knee Cartilage Repair
For symptomatic, full-thickness cartilage defects of the knee in adult patients
Thromboprophylaxis Not Effective After Knee Arthroplasty, Casting
Does not prevent venous thromboembolism after knee arthroplasty, casting of lower leg
Barriers Identified in Current Knee Osteoarthritis Care
Most frequently cited barriers were in domains of patient and health care professional
External Knee Adduction Moment Predicts Contact Forces in ACL
Significant contributions for vertical ground reaction force, co-contraction in uninvolved limb only
Radiofrequency Neurotomy Efficient in Knee Osteoarthritis
Radiofrequency neurotomy of genicular nerves safe and efficient in knee osteoarthritis pain
Surgery Not Always Necessary for Meniscal Tears
Researchers suggest exercise will work on its own
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stromal Cells May Ease Knee OA
Single intra-articular injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal cells can improve pain, mobility
Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
