Healthcare News
FDA clears use of InSpace balloon implant to treat massive irreparable rotator cuff tears
Stryker received FDA clearance of its biodegradable InSpace balloon implant which replaces the need for complicated rotator cuff surgeries by restoring subacromial space in the shoulder, according to a company press release.
All About Bone Spurs in Shoulders
Bone spurs in the shoulders may develop as a result of degenerative joint conditions as well as injuries and general wear and tear.
What is frozen shoulder?
Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity including sleep difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder.
Shoulder Pain: 3 Most Common Causes and How to Fix It
Shoulder pain, stiffness or weakness can make it difficult to carry out everyday tasks, like reaching for something on a high shelf, driving a car or brushing your hair. If you have pain that won’t go away, it’s time to see a doctor.
What Is the Optimal Approach for Treating a Displaced Femoral Neck Fracture?
Is there a better option for the surgical management of displaced femoral neck fractures? Maybe not better, but at least as good, according to the findings of a large clinical study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study – a head-to-head comparison of THA and hemiarthroplasty to treat displaced femoral head fractures – included nearly 1500 patients at 80 institutions in 10 countries.
