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Health economic evaluation of weight reduction interventions in individuals suffering from overweight or obesity and a musculoskeletal diagnosis—a systematic review

Most of the worldwide population is overweight and suffers from the resulting musculoskeletal comorbidities such as knee osteoarthritis or back pain. Practice guidelines recommend weight loss interventions for...

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The significance of guiding anterior cruciate ligament revision: a modified femoral tunnel classification

The positioning error of femoral tunnel was the key factor leading to the failure of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. This study aimed to propose a new femoral tunnel classification to guide re...

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Correction: Endoprosthetic replacement with preservation of the epiphysis for proximal tibial reconstruction after osteosarcoma resection in children: a case report

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Continuous periprosthetic bone loss around the TOP^® cup and inferior survival rate at an 8-year follow-up: a prospective cohort study

The trabeculae-oriented pattern (TOP^®) cup was designed to minimize acetabular periprosthetic bone loss. In our previous prospective study comprising 30 patients with a two-year follow-up we found a substantial d...

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Risk assessment for femoral head collapse in osteonecrosis utilizing MRI-derived large lesion ratio: a retrospective cohort study

This study aimed to developed a novel and practical method to quantify the involvement of lesion in osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH). We hypothesized that the new metric large lesion ratio (LLR) had pr...

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In non-elite athletes, women are more likely to return to sports after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a retrospective cohort study

The desire to return to sports (RTS) and return to performance at preinjury level (RTSP) is a common motivator for athletes undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive surgery. However, for non-...

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Relationship between paraspinal muscle morphology and function in different directions in a healthy Chinese population at different ages: a cross-sectional study

Paraspinal muscle degeneration occurs with age; however, it is unknown whether strength and endurance change with muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) and fatty infiltration (FI) parameters in Chinese healthy ind...

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Osseointegration potential of boron-coated titanium alloy pedicle screw in rabbit spine model

Spinal implants’ longevity is crucial, but titanium alloys, while advantageous, lack strong bone integration. This study aimed to achieve better osseointegration rates by utilizing the ability of boron compoun...

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Developing a prediction model for preoperative acute heart failure in elderly hip fracture patients: a retrospective analysis

Hip fractures in the elderly are a common traumatic injury. Due to factors such as age and underlying diseases, these patients exhibit a high incidence of acute heart failure prior to surgery, severely impacti...

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Comparative analysis of the femoral neck system (FNS) vs. cannulated cancellous screws (CCS) in the treatment of Middle-aged and elderly patients with femoral neck fractures: clinical outcomes and biomechanical insights

This study aimed to compare the clinical outcomes and differences in biomechanical characteristics between the femoral neck system (FNS) and cannulated cancellous screws (CCSs) in the treatment of femoral neck...

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Correction: Complex organisational factors influence multidisciplinary care for patients with hip fractures: a qualitative study of barriers and facilitators to service delivery

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Correction: Results of medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction with and without tibial tubercle osteotomy in patellar instability: a systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis

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Previous lumbar spine fusion increases the risk of dislocation following total hip arthroplasty in patients with hip-spine syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis

With life expectancy on the rise, there has been an increase in patients with concomitant degenerative hip and spine pathology, defined as hip-spine syndrome (HSS). Patients affected by HSS may require both to...

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Patient lived experiences of functioning and disability following lumbar discectomy: a secondary analysis of qualitative data

Knowledge of patient lived experiences of functioning and disability is limited. This study aims to address the gap in the literature by exploring patient lived experiences of functioning and disability follow...

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Effects of lower-limb active resistance exercise on mobility, physical function, knee strength and pain intensity in patients with total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) successfully alleviates pain from knee osteoarthritis, but muscle strength and function are reduced for a long period postoperatively. Postoperative active resistance exercise may...

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Pin fixation is an effective method for fixation of bunion osteotomy with various procedures: a retrospective cohort study

Various fixation devices are available for bunion osteotomy. In this study, we evaluated the radiographic outcomes, postoperative complications, and recurrence rate in a series of hallux valgus deformities tre...

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No effects of four weeks of combined brace and Schroth therapy in moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis on plantar pressure distribution

Positive effects of brace treatments in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients on gait were proven.

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The vastus medialis oblique compensates in current patellar dislocation patients with the increased femoral anteversion

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether the vastus medialis oblique (VMO) muscle compensates in patellar dislocation (PD) patients with the increased femoral anteversion angle (FAA).

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Decompression alone or fusion in single-level lumbar spinal stenosis with spondylolisthesis? A systematic review and meta analysis

The objective of this systematic review and metaanalysis is to compare the efficacy and safety of decompression alone versus decompression plus fusion in single-level lumbar spinal stenosis with spondylolisthe...

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Effect of bisphosphonate on bone microstructure, mechanical strength in osteoporotic rats by ovariectomy

Bisphosphonate (BP) can treat osteoporosis and prevent osteoporotic fractures in clinical. However, the effect of BP on microstructure and mechanical properties of cortical and trabecular bone has been taken l...

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Development of the humeral head offset index for control of humeral torsion

Control of humeral torsion can present a challenge, especially intraoperatively during closed reduction and fixation of humeral shaft fractures or 2-part surgical neck fractures of the proximal humerus. The ob...

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Outcome evaluation of dye-assist arthroscopic inside-out ganglionectomy: a retrospective study of 29 patients

To evaluate the clinical outcomes of arthroscopic inside-out ganglionectomy of dominant dorsal wrist ganglion.

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Unilateral biportal endoscopic discectomy via translaminar approach for highly upward-migrated lumbar disc herniation: a technical note and preliminary treatment outcomes

A technical note and retrospective case series.

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The presence of a sinus tract is associated with reinfection after two-stage revision surgery for prosthetic hip joint infection: a case-control study

Reinfection rates after two-stage revision (TSR) for prosthetic joint infection (PJI) range from 7.9 to 14%. Many factors, including sinus tracts, are associated with reinfection after this procedure. This stu...

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Motor function is related to the lower phase angle than to muscle mass of the lower limbs in older females with hip osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional observational study

Muscle mass and phase angle (PhA) can be measured using multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). Osteoarthritis of the hip (OAhip) causes decreased muscle mass and PhA in the deformed lower limb...

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Internal validation of modified Mirels’ scoring system for pathologic femur fractures

The proximal femur is a common site of bone metastasis. The Mirels’ score is a frequently utilized system to identify patients at risk for pathologic fracture and while it has consistently demonstrated strong ...

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The clinical efficacy and safety of platelet-rich plasma on frozen shoulder: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

To systematically review the clinical efficacy (pain, function, quality of life) and safety of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in the treatment of frozen shoulder through meta-analysis, and provide evidence-based m...

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Biomechanical study of spinal cord and nerve root in idiopathic scoliosis: based on finite element analysis

Current research lacks comprehensive investigation into the biomechanical changes in the spinal cord and nerve roots during scoliosis correction. This study employs finite element analysis to extensively explo...

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Spine muscle auto segmentation techniques in MRI imaging: a systematic review

The accurate segmentation of spine muscles plays a crucial role in analyzing musculoskeletal disorders and designing effective rehabilitation strategies. Various imaging techniques such as MRI have been utiliz...

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Resection of a giant intraspinal and extraspinal schwannoma with cystic change using a two-step surgery: a case report

Schwannomas originating from the intravertebral canal rarely extend into the paravertebral region or form large masses. There are few reports on such medical cases, and their clinical diagnosis and management ...

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Physical fitness components are bone mineral density predictors in adulthood: cross-sectional study

Health-related physical fitness (HRPF) attributes are considered important markers beneficial to various health outcomes. However, the literature is divergent regarding HRPF and bone health in adulthood, espec...

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Comparative efficacy of unilateral biportal and percutaneous endoscopic techniques in unilateral laminectomy for bilateral decompression (ULBD) for lumbar spinal stenosis

Unilateral laminotomy for bilateral decompression (ULBD) has yielded positive results in the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). Unilateral biportal ULBD (UB-ULBD) and percutaneous endoscopic ULBD (PE-U...

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Arthroscopic surgery is not superior to conservative treatment in knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails

Studies comparing the effectiveness of arthroscopic knee surgery and conservative treatment on knee osteoarthritis (OA) came up with inconsistent results. Systematic review on this topic still is still lacking...

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The clinical effect of different vertebral body height restoration rates after percutaneous kyphoplasty for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures

This study aimed to evaluate the clinical effect of different vertebral body heights restoration rate after percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF).

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The association between dietary zinc intake and osteopenia, osteoporosis in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Diet has been shown to be associated with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), of which osteoporosis is the most common and important complication, and zinc has been shown to inhibit the inflammatory response, but studi...

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A gender and size specific evaluation of Grammont-type inlay versus lateralizing onlay stem designs in achieving lateralization and distalization in reverse shoulder arthroplasty

In reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) new designs enable greater amounts of lateralization to prevent instability and scapular notching and increase range of motion, however, excessive lateralization leads to...

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Comparison of the short-term efficacy of MIS-TLIF and Endo-LIF for the treatment of two-segment lumbar degenerative disease

This study retrospectively compared short-term clinical outcomes and complications of minimally invasive surgery transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion(MIS-TLIF)and endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion(Endo-LIF)...

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Comparing the effects of neck stabilization exercises versus dynamic exercises among patients having nonspecific neck pain with forward head posture: a randomized clinical trial

Nonspecific neck pain (NSNP) is a well-established global burden affecting. It is also a common problem in Pakistan. The burden of neck pain is also increasing day by day due to poor work ergonomics, and incre...

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Association between intra-articular hyaluronic acid injections in delaying total knee arthroplasty and safety evaluation in primary knee osteoarthritis: analysis based on Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) claim database in Republic of Korea

The prevalence of knee osteoarthritis (KOA), a progressive degenerative disease, is gradually increasing, and it is a progressive degenerative disease. In patients with mild-to-moderate KOA, intra-articular hy...

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Can electroencephalography (EEG) identify the different dimensions of pain in fibromyalgia? A pilot study

Electroencephalography (EEG) is a promising tool for identifying the physiological biomarkers of fibromyalgia (FM). Evidence suggests differences in power band and density between individuals with FM and healt...

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The relationship between sarcopenia and related bioindicators and changes after intensive lifestyle intervention in elderly East-China populations

As populations live longer, there is a progressive increase in chronic degenerative diseases, particularly those related to the musculoskeletal system. Sarcopenia is characterized by loss of skeletal muscle ma...

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Effects of transcranial direct current stimulation on pain and physical function in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Keen Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common chronic disabling disease characterized by joint pain and dysfunction, which seriously affects patients’ quality of life. Recent studies have shown that transcranial direc...

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MRI-based assessment paraspinal extensor muscle fatty infiltration in acute cervical spinal cord injury patients - a retrospective study

The effect of fat infiltration in the paraspinal muscles on cervical degenerative disease has been confirmed by multiple studies. However, little is known about fat infiltration in the paraspinal extensors in ...

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Clinical application of a modified wiltse approach in middle and lower thoracic vertebrae: a case-control study of thoracic fracture patients

The Wiltse approach has been extensively employed in thoracolumbar surgeries due to its minimal muscle damage. However, in the middle and lower thoracic spine, the conventional Wiltse approach necessitates the...

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Advanced glycation end products impair the repair of injured tendon: a study in rats

The AGEs levels in tissues of diabetics and elderly tend to be higher than in normal individuals. This study aims to determine the effects of AGEs on Achilles tendon repair.

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Most physical interventions for musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescents cannot be reproduced in clinical practice: a meta-research study of randomized clinical trials

Conservative treatments such as physical therapies are usually the most indicated for the management of musculoskeletal pain; therefore, a detailed description of interventions enables the reproducibility of i...

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Biomechanical difference analysis of new and classic intramedullary nail devices in the treatment of basal femoral neck fractures: finite element analysis

There is currently a lack of in-depth comparative evaluation regarding the biomechanical properties of novel intramedullary nail devices in the treatment of basal femoral neck fractures (BFNF). This study aims...

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The relationship between the shape of rotator cuff tears and shoulder anatomical parameters

The aim of this study is to investigate the potential relationship between shoulder anatomical parameters and the shape of rotator cuff tears (L-shaped, U-shaped, and crescent-shaped).

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Change in body temperature, not acute-phase reaction, predict anti-Osteoporosis efficacy after the first administration of Zoledronic acid: a prospective observational cohort study

Acute-phase reactions (APRs) are common among people treated for the first time with zoledronate (ZOL). The current view is that both the APRs caused by ZOL and its efficacy are related to the mevalonic acid p...

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