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Category Archives: Knee Replacement

Important patient characteristics differ prior to total knee arthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty between Switzerland and the United States | BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders | Full Text

January 13, 2017

Important patient characteristics differ prior to total knee arthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty between Switzerland and the United States Patricia D. FranklinEmail …

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2.5 million Americans living with an artificial hip, 4.7 million with an artificial knee

March 15, 2014

Source & full article: 2.5 million Americans living with an artificial hip, 4.7 million with an artificial knee. 2.5 million Americans …

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3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement

February 6, 2014

Source: 3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement ENGINEERING.com. 3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement Kyle Maxey posted on February 04, …

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How coral can help you grow a new knee | Mail Online

April 7, 2013

How coral can help you grow a new knee | Mail Online. How coral can help you grow a new …

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ASME DC | Journal of Medical Devices | Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant

April 7, 2013

ASME DC | Journal of Medical Devices | Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant. Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant J. Holmberg, L. …

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J&J Knee Implant Settlement Approved by Australian Judge – Bloomberg

December 5, 2012

J&J Knee Implant Settlement Approved by Australian Judge – Bloomberg. J&J Knee Implant Settlement Approved by Australian Judge By Joe Schneider – Dec …

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WOW!!! Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – MarketWatch

September 26, 2012

Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – …

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Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant

September 15, 2012

Source: Headline Story | equities.com. Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant Comtex News Network Sep 14, 2012 (Datamonitor via …

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‘Total knee replacement helps 37 year old Yashodhamma walk on her feet again after 4 years’

September 1, 2012

‘Total knee replacement helps 37 year old Yashodhamma walk on her feet again after 4 years’. Bangalore:  A team of …

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Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty

September 1, 2012

Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty. Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty by GENE OSTROVSKY on Jul …

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The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness

August 23, 2012

The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness. The case for partial knee replacement Tuesday, August 07, 2012 …

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Knee implants: more evidence needed?

August 22, 2012

Knee implants: more evidence needed? – Health – Belfast Newsletter. Knee implants: more evidence needed? Published on Wednesday 22 August 2012 …

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My tailor-made knee | Health | Express.co.uk

August 22, 2012

My tailor-made knee | Health | Express.co.uk MY TAILOR-MADE KNEE Kevin’s op has given him a new lease of life/DANIEL …

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News Headline Story | equities.com

July 25, 2012

News Headline Story | equities.com. Rottenstein Law Group Learns of New Research Showing Link Between Hip Replacement Surgery and Heart …

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CSU-developed implant shows promise

July 2, 2012

CSU-developed implant shows promise New knee joint implant creates self-lubricating surface, lasts longer 8:37 PM, Jun 30, 2012 CSU professor …

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Comment Example: Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee

June 5, 2012

I thought it might be helpful to show what I sent in electronically in advance of the above referenced meeting, …

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The Influence of Partial Knee Replacement Designs on Tensile Strain at Implant-Bone Interface

May 22, 2012

The Influence of Partial Knee Replacement Designs on Tensile Strain at Implant-Bone Interface. International Journal of Rheumatology Volume 2012 (2012), Article ID 607872, …

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Pioneering knee replacement for arthritis sufferer..

May 22, 2012

Pioneering knee replacement for arthritis sufferer.. | News | Health Insurance | ActiveQuote. Pioneering knee replacement for arthritis sufferers carried …

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Smart orthopedic implants, devices on the way as OrthoSensor secures $15M

May 13, 2012

Smart orthopedic implants, devices on the way as OrthoSensor secures $15M. Talk about convergence. A health company that’s working in …

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Quality variations exist, even among leading health systems

May 12, 2012

Quality variations exist, even among leading health systems. Quality variations exist, even among leading health systems May 10, 2012 in …

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Study: Higher Total Knee Replacement Volume Linked to Fewer Complications

May 12, 2012

Study: Higher Total Knee Replacement Volume Linked to Fewer Complications. Study: Higher Total Knee Replacement Volume Linked to Fewer Complications …

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Health News – New blood to improve life of artificial joints

March 24, 2012

Health News – New blood to improve life of artificial joints. New blood to improve life of artificial joints 22/03/2012 …

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Isn’t this typical! Knee Implant patient says he was ‘left to suffer’ – Hamilton Advertiser

March 24, 2012

Knee Implant patient says he was ‘left to suffer’ – Hamilton Advertiser. Knee Implant patient says he was ‘left to …

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The ‘wobble-board’ trainers that beat the pain of knee arthritis | Mail Online

January 23, 2012

The ‘wobble-board’ trainers that beat the pain of knee arthritis | Mail Online. The ‘wobble-board’ trainers that beat the pain …

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China Kanghui Holdings Receives FDA Approvals for Hip and Knee Systems – MarketWatch

January 7, 2012

China Kanghui Holdings Receives FDA Approvals for Hip and Knee Systems – MarketWatch. Jan. 6, 2012, 7:31 a.m. EST China …

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Changing rheumatoid arthritis medication stop time may help reduce flare-ups

January 7, 2012

Changing rheumatoid arthritis medication stop time may help reduce flare-ups. Changing rheumatoid arthritis medication stop time may help reduce flare-ups. …

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11 Points on Technology & Treatment Revolutionizing Sports Medicine

December 30, 2011

11 Points on Technology & Treatment Revolutionizing Sports Medicine. 11 Points on Technology & Treatment Revolutionizing Sports Medicine Written by  …

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Hip and Knee Implants: Old Ones May Be Better Than New Ones « AARP

December 29, 2011

Hip and Knee Implants: Old Ones May Be Better Than New Ones « AARP. Hip and Knee Implants: Old Ones …

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High Tibial Osteotomy Surgery by Vejthani Hospital – MarketWatch

December 28, 2011

High Tibial Osteotomy Surgery by Vejthani Hospital – MarketWatch. Dec. 28, 2011, 4:20 a.m. EST High Tibial Osteotomy Surgery by …

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Zimmer knee replacement manufacturer sued for metal on metal design | Louisiana Record

December 28, 2011

Zimmer knee replacement manufacturer sued for metal on metal design | Louisiana Record. Zimmer knee replacement manufacturer sued for metal …

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Lose weight, preserve knees & Facts & Fears & ACSH

December 25, 2011

Lose weight, preserve knees > Facts & Fears > ACSH. Lose weight, preserve knees For individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA), …

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Timing of Aquatic Therapy for Knee, Hip Arthroplasty Matters

December 23, 2011

Timing of Aquatic Therapy for Knee, Hip Arthroplasty Matters. Timing of Aquatic Therapy for Knee, Hip Arthroplasty Matters Nancy A. …

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New Models of Hip and Knee Implants Not Better, Study Finds – NYTimes.com

December 23, 2011

New Models of Hip and Knee Implants Not Better, Study Finds – NYTimes.com. New Models of Implants Not Better, Study …

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Study attributes excess in TKR management costs to excess of investigation

December 10, 2011

Study attributes excess in TKR management costs to excess of investigation. Posted on the ORTHOSuperSite December 9, 2011 Study attributes …

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Childhood Knee Replacement

November 5, 2011

Childhood Knee Replacement Oct 31, 2011 | By Bridget Coila Although replacement is commonly considered a procedure done on older …

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Knee Replacements Up Dramatically Among Adults 45 to 64 Years Old

November 5, 2011

Knee Replacements Up Dramatically Among Adults 45 to 64 Years Old By Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: Research Author: …

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Aussie patients getting new joints reach 80,000 a year

October 11, 2011

Aussie patients getting new joints reach 80,000 a year 6:52 AM Tuesday Oct 11, 2011 Source: NZ Herald Last year …

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Australian Orthopedic Association Notifies Hike in Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeries

October 11, 2011

Australian Orthopedic Association Notifies Hike in Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeries Submitted by Ria Patelon Mon, 10/10/2011 – 12:59 Source: …

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Severe Pain After Knee Replacement Predicts Poor Outcomes

October 6, 2011

Severe Pain After Knee Replacement Predicts Poor Outcomes By: M. ALEXANDER OTTO, Family Practice News Digital Network 10/05/11  FROM THE WORLD …

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Knee op patients say they are still suffering

October 2, 2011

Knee op patients say they are still suffering Friday, September 30, 2011 Source: This is Staffordshire AN INVESTIGATION is under …

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6 Ways to Ruin Your Knees

October 1, 2011

Expert tips on how to avoid damaging your knees. By Shahreen Abedin  WebMD Feature Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD …

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Baby boomers: The next arthritis generation

October 1, 2011

Baby boomers: The next arthritis generation By John Esdaile, Special to the Sun September 28, 2011 Seven years ago Dr. …

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Partial Knee Replacement…….New Options for Active Lifestyles

September 23, 2011

Partial Knee Replacement…….New Options for Active Lifestyles by Diana Echert on Sat, Sep 17, 2011 @ 09:06 PM Source: Knees …

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Are Partial Knee Replacements a Passing Trend or the Future of Knee Care? 13 Responses

September 18, 2011

Are Partial Knee Replacements a Passing Trend or the Future of Knee Care? 13 Responses Written by  Laura Miller| September …

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Canada – Knee surgery wait time is unacceptable

August 28, 2011

Knee surgery wait time is unacceptable Edmonton Journal August 28, 2011 3:08 AM Re: “Canadian health-care system eroding: outgoing CMA …

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Obesity a significant risk factor in complication rates following THA

August 26, 2011

Obesity a significant risk factor in complication rates following THA Posted on the ORTHOSuperSite August 25, 2011 Researchers from the …

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6 Points on Patient-Specific Knee Replacement Using Stryker’s ShapeMatch Technology

August 25, 2011

6 Points on Patient-Specific Knee Replacement Using Stryker’s ShapeMatch Technology Written by  Laura Miller| August 24, 2011 Source: Beckers Orthopedic …

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Stryker Scorpio knee implant injury claim goes to trial

August 25, 2011

Stryker Scorpio knee implant injury claim goes to trial August 24, 2011 by MassDevice staff A case dismissal is overturned …

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Australia – Grandmother waiting for knee surgery for three years

August 23, 2011

Grandmother waiting for knee surgery for three years Brigid O’Connell From: Sunday Herald Sun August 21, 2011 12:00AM Doris Swansson, 62, …

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JOHNSON & JOHNSON : DePuy Orthopaedics Receives FDA 510(K) Clearance for TRUMATCH

August 20, 2011

JOHNSON & JOHNSON : DePuy Orthopaedics Receives FDA 510(K) Clearance for TRUMATCH ® Personalized Solutions for TRUMATCH® Personalized Solutions Brings …

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New procedure offers alternative to knee replacement surgery

August 20, 2011

New procedure offers alternative to knee replacement surgery 10:56 AM, Aug 19, 2011  |Source: 9news.com See Video  click link below http://www.9news.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=1118382152001 …

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Metallosis is No New Thing – Look at this 1998 Report

August 20, 2011

Metallosis after total knee replacement – 1998 report Check this out and form your own views – my view; metallosis …

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Relief Trip to Nicaragua – Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gerard Engh leads humanitarian effort

August 19, 2011

Relief Trip to Nicaragua – Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gerard Engh leads humanitarian effort. By Gerald A. Fill Thursday, August 18, …

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Stryker Orthopaedics Enters into Agreement with OrthoSensor for Intelligent Surgical Platform

August 18, 2011

Stryker Orthopaedics Enters into Agreement with OrthoSensor for Intelligent Surgical Platform  Source: PR Newswire Intelligent Knee Trial to Support Balancing …

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Have Knees – Will Travel – Group brings relief to Nicaragua

August 15, 2011

Group brings relief to Nicaragua Aug 15, 2011  | Written by Kelsey Miller Staff Writer Source: click here Dr. James Trauger, …

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Future of Hip replacement may include more resurfacing, percutaneous fixation

August 13, 2011

Future of Hip replacement may include more resurfacing, percutaneous fixation by William A. Jiranek, MD Source: ORTHOPEDICS TODAY August 2011 …

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Operative time, use of biological agents increase risk of complications following TKA

August 13, 2011

Operative time, use of biological agents increase risk of complications following TKA Posted on the ORTHOSuperSite August 12, 2011 Biological …

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Age, surgery type, coronary artery disease associated with complications after TKA

August 13, 2011

Age, surgery type, coronary artery disease associated with complications after TKA Posted on the ORTHOSuperSite August 12, 2011 Type of …

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Women may recover faster earlier after total knee replacement surgery

August 12, 2011

Total Knee Replacement Surgery and Recovery July 2011 Source: Natural Standard A new study published in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related …

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Pre-operative education programme can reduce hospital stay for knee replacement patients

August 10, 2011

Pre-operative education programme can reduce hospital stay for knee replacement patients Published on August 10, 2011 at 5:53 AM – …

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Cut arthritis off at the knees: With partial-replacement surgery, the joint is jumpin’ again

August 10, 2011

Cut arthritis off at the knees: With partial-replacement surgery, the joint is jumpin’ again BY Katie Charles DAILY NEWS WRITER …

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Zimmer Targeting Legal Advertising in NexGen Knee Replacement Fight

August 10, 2011

Zimmer Targeting Legal Advertising in NexGen Knee Replacement Fight Date Published: Monday, August 8th, 2011 Source: News Inferno Zimmer Holdings …

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Arthritis Patient Helped Create Innovative Knee Implant That Restored His Active Lifestyle

August 10, 2011

Arthritis Patient Helped Create Innovative Knee Implant That Restored His Active Lifestyle Aug. 8, 2011, 8:00 a.m. EDT Source: marketwatch.com …

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Knee surgery – Complete Overview

August 7, 2011

Knee surgery – From Arthritis Research UK Over 70,000 knee replacement operations are carried out each year, and the number …

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My knee replacement is faulty. What are my options?

August 7, 2011

My knee replacement is faulty. What are my options? LISA PRIEST From Monday’s Globe and Mail; Published Friday, Aug. 05, …

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Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry – Annual Report 2010

August 6, 2011

Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry – Annual Report 2010 This year’s report confirms that hip and knee replacement …

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A Comprehensive Patient Guide to Artificial Knee Replacement Surgery

August 5, 2011

A Comprehensive Patient Guide to Artificial Knee Replacement Surgery Source: Stone Clinic – links preserved BELOW: Surgery Video’s I have …

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Travel with Confidence – Doctor Devises Microchip to Manage Implant Patient Records

August 5, 2011

Dr. Lee Berger creates RFID chip called the Ortho-Tag to Manage Implant Patient Records By Don E. Smith Jr.; Email …

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How to Choose a Hip Or Knee Replacement Surgeon & Prosthesis

August 5, 2011

How to Choose a Hip Or Knee Replacement Surgeon & Prosthesis Source: ehipreplacement You’ve decided you want hip or knee …

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Unusual Case – Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis After TKA Associated With Tibial Component Loosening

August 5, 2011

Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis After TKA Associated With Tibial Component Loosening by Byung June Chung, MD; Yong Bum Park, MD, PhD …

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Ohio State gets $1.1M grant for knee replacement outcomes research

August 4, 2011

8.3.11 | Brandon Glenn Ohio State gets $1.1M grant for knee replacement outcomes research Ohio State University researchers have received …

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A Knee’s Up – or Not? Which Tiger Woods will show for World Golf Championships

August 4, 2011

Which Tiger Woods will show for World Golf Championships By Marla Ridenour Akron Beacon Journal; First Posted: August 03, 2011 …

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Recent Knee Replacement Success

August 3, 2011

Gwen M. – Sugeon used  VERILAST Technology From Smith & Nephew Source: Click here Gwen M. RESIDENCE: Pomfret, Maryland OCCUPATION …

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Replacing your joint replacement

August 3, 2011

Replacing your joint replacement Updated: Aug 3, 2011 05:00 AM EDT FORT MYERS, FL – Source: NBC2.com The clock is …

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Joint effort: Replacements becoming more popular

August 2, 2011

Joint effort: Replacements becoming more popular Monday, August 1, 2011 By Robyn Gautschy ~ TBY Roger Hudson had a total …

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What Is A Knee Replacement Surgery?

August 2, 2011

What Is A Knee Replacement Surgery? by Cliff, August 1st, 2011 There are a lot of joints in our body …

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Operation Walk Chicago helps needy afford restorative procedures

August 2, 2011

Chicago surgeons try to fill gap in joint replacements Operation Walk Chicago helps needy afford restorative procedures Drs. Victoria A. …

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Zimmer Knee Replacement for Women

August 2, 2011

Zimmer Knee Replacement for Women Source: click here One of the latest developments in Orthopaedics is the development of “Customizable” …

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Injuries might end Funk’s year on Sunday

August 2, 2011

Injuries might end Funk’s year on Sunday Saturday, July 30, 2011 Source Local Knowledge Blog TOLEDO, Ohio – The U.S. …

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Smoking Tied to Increase in Post-Arthroplasty Complications – Bugger!!!

July 30, 2011

Smoking Tied to Increase in Post-Arthroplasty Complications Last Updated: July 27, 2011. Source: Click here Pre-operative smoking status is a …

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UK watch – Medical Apartheid – Knives (not) out for Obese and Smokers…

July 29, 2011

Obese and smokers targeted by Herts doctors By Richard YoungWednesday, July 27, 2011 3:19 PM Source: click here Smokers and the …

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Advances in Knee Replacement Surgery for Active Baby Boomers

July 29, 2011

Advances in Knee Replacement Surgery for Active Baby Boomers BY Jane Langille • POSTED July 25 2011 AT 12:00 pm …

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WOW!!! Intelligent OrthoSensor Devices Provide Real-Time Reporting on The Condition of Your Orthopaedic Implant

July 29, 2011

Intelligent OrthoSensor Devices Provide Real-Time Reporting on The Condition of Your Orthopaedic Implant by GAVIN CORLEY on Jul 28, 2011 • 12:04 pm Link: OrthoSensor… Published here – …

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Hip Osteoarthritis More Prevalent Among Athletes – Study

July 25, 2011

Hip Osteoarthritis More Prevalent Among Athletes – Study by Sheela Philomena on  July 25, 2011 at 11:34 AM Read more: Hip Osteoarthritis …

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What To Consider Before Joint Replacement Surgery

July 25, 2011

What To Consider Before Joint Replacement Surgery Is Joint Replacement Surgery Right For You? Posted by Robin Westen on July 24, 2011 …

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Sydney Orthopaedic Specialists give the “good oil” on Knees

July 24, 2011

Sydney Orthopaedic Specialists give the “good oil” on Knees The knee joint, which appears like a simple hinge-joint, is one …

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Obese Are Three Times as Likely to Need a Hip or Knee Replacement

July 24, 2011

Obese Are Three Times as Likely to Need a Hip or Knee Replacement February 12, 2006 By: Jeff Nagel Website: …

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As Baby Boomers Age, Orthopedic Surgeons Will See More Demand

July 24, 2011

As Baby Boomers Age, Orthopedic Surgeons Will See More Demand Provided to The Ledger By Robin Williams Adams; Published: Saturday, …

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A Zimmer NexGen UK Patient – Metal Sensitivity

July 23, 2011

Location: United Kingdom  Sorry but its about Zimmer I have been a member of this informative site for nearly three …

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If you Smoke and are “Fat” – no Joint Replacements in UK…

July 23, 2011

Hip and knee surgery is ‘low priority’ Hip and knee replacements are being classed as ‘low priority’ by an increasing …

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Total Joint Replacement or Stem Cells

July 23, 2011

My View: Dr Sheinkop makes some great points which MUST be considered… Total Joint Replacement or Stem Cells By Mitchell B. …

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Smart Coating Encourages Bonding Between Implants and Bones

July 17, 2011

Smart Coating Encourages Bonding Between Implants and Bones Published: February 4, 2010 Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed …

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Is Medical Device Design Going to the Dogs?

July 17, 2011

Is Medical Device Design Going to the Dogs? Published: May 23, 2011 The Massachusetts-based Worcester Business Journal featured an interesting …

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First Blended Vitamin E Total Knee Replacement in the United States

July 17, 2011

DJO Global’s Surgical Division Announces the Implantation of the First Blended Vitamin E Total Knee Replacement in the United States …

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Wireless data collected directly from patients during normal physical activities could enable the development of better knee implants

July 17, 2011

Published: Sat, Apr 7, 2007 – 01:00 am Materials – Knee Implants Wireless data collected directly from patients during normal …

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USA – Total hip replacement numbers up

July 17, 2011

Total hip replacement numbers up Published: Monday, September 06, 2010 By Dr. John Benner As the country’s population ages, the …

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As baby boomers age, joint replacements soar

July 17, 2011

As baby boomers age, joint replacements soar Published: Monday, September 20, 2010 By ERIN ALLDAY, San Francisco Chronicle Lynn Rhynes …

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Baby boomer injuries booming

July 17, 2011

Baby boomer injuries booming Published: Monday, May 30, 2011 – Daily Local By MARILYNN MARCHIONE, AP Medical Writer We’re becoming …

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Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex Porous Femoral Component Lawsuit Filed in Illinois

July 10, 2011

Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex Porous Femoral Component Lawsuit Filed in Illinois Date Published: Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 A lawsuit has been …

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Knee Replacement Surgery

July 10, 2011

Knee Replacement Surgery Source: click here Please upgrade your browser Knee Replacement Components (Zimmer Orthopedics) A total knee replacement surgery …

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Dr William Mihalko – Surgeon Focused on Success

July 10, 2011

The Picture of Success by Elizabeth Hofheinz, M.P.H., M.Ed. • Fri, May 7th, 2010 William M. Mihalko, M.D., Ph.D. A father of …

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Here’s Something New – Studying Success!

July 10, 2011

Arthritis Foundation Funds Memphis Implant Study By Tom Wilemon Source – click here ANALYSIS UNDER WAY: Dr. William Mihalko, a …

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Hip and Knee Implants – Global Pipeline

July 9, 2011

GlobalData: Hip and Knee Implants – Global Pipeline Analysis, Opportunity Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2016 GlobalData’s new report Hip …

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Zimmer Knee Recall Lawsuits

July 9, 2011

New Zimmer Knee Recall Lawsuits Allege Higher Risks of Injury According to a study published in the Journal of Bone …

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Global Orthopaedic Prosthetics Market to Reach US$19.4 Billion by 2015

July 9, 2011

Global Orthopedic Prosthetics Market to Reach US$19.4 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. …

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DISEASES OF THE HIP JOINT

July 9, 2011

DISEASES OF THE HIP JOINT Source: click here The term “arthritis” literally means inflammation of a joint, but is generally …

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Osteoarthritis Symptoms, Diagnosis

July 9, 2011

What are osteoarthritis symptoms? Source: click here Osteoarthritis is a disease of the joints. Unlike many other forms of arthritis …

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Osteoarthritis – OA or Degenerative Arthritis

July 9, 2011

Osteoarthritis – OA or Degenerative Arthritis Source – click here What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that …

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Myths About Treating Chronic Pain

July 9, 2011

Living With Chronic Pain Myths About Treating Chronic Pain WebMD Feature By R. Morgan Griffin Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD …

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New Study Shows That Pain Costs Billions of Dollars a Year in U.S.

July 9, 2011

100 Million Americans Have Chronic Pain New Study Shows That Pain Costs Billions of Dollars a Year in U.S. By …

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US arthroscopy market to double by 2017, to over $4.2 billion

July 9, 2011

US arthroscopy market to double by 2017, Stryker, Smith & Nephew, Johnson & Johnson to benefit 28th Jun 2011, 10:32 …

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Facts About Joint Replacements

July 9, 2011

13 Must-Know Facts About Joint Replacements Source: click here Here’s what you can expect from joint replacement surgery. Many people …

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Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex Porous Femoral Component Complaints

July 8, 2011

Complaints over Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex Porous Femoral Component Draw Scrutiny Aug 2, 2010 | Parker Waichman Alonso LLP A recent …

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Zimmer Knee Replacement Lawsuit

July 8, 2011

Lawsuit Claims Zimmer Knee Replacement Component is Defective Apr 26, 2011 | Parker Waichman Alonso LLP A lawsuit filed in …

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Zimmer NexGen MIS Tibial Component Recall

July 8, 2011

Zimmer NexGen Component Recall The Zimmer NexGen MIS tibial component recall affected 68,384 knee components, which were distributed in 13 …

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Zimmer Recalls NexGen Knee Replacement Component

July 8, 2011

ZIMMER KNEE RECALL: Zimmer Recalls NexGen Knee Replacement Component Due to Risk of Failure – Zimmer NexGen Knee Failure Rate …

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Zimmer NexGen Knee Lawsuits Consolidated?

July 8, 2011

Zimmer NexGen Knee Lawsuits Could be Consolidated Written by PWALawon Jun-23-11 1:18am From: sideeffectslawsuitsnews.com A motion filed this month is …

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Increased Risk of Joint replacement with Obesity

July 8, 2011

The Weight of Obesity As evidenced by the recent surge of media attention, it is generally agreed that for the …

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Corin 510K Approval Details

July 6, 2011

Corin FDA Approvals Source: click here Corin 510K Biolox FDA Approval K103120.pdf Corin Minhip K083312.pdf Corin BIOLOX delta Modular Femoral …

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Corin 2010 Results – Lackustre Profit Joint (pardon the pun)…

July 6, 2011

Final results for year ended December 2010 22 March 2011  Source http://www.coringroup.com/news.php?o=98 Corin Group PLC has today published its full year …

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Sadwin Sees More Issues with the FDA Process

July 4, 2011

Vested Interests – Who is Truthful? Another major problem I see is that it seems some important clinical data provided …

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Juergen’s DePuy Hip Replacement Nightmare – Down, But Fighting Back

July 4, 2011

Company and Surgeon Run Away When Worker is Gunned Down by a Bad Hip and a Dodgy DePuy Hip Implant …

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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL JOINT REPLACEMENT REGISTRY 2007

July 3, 2011

AUSTRALIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION NATIONAL JOINT REPLACEMENT REGISTRY Annual Report Supplementary – click here to download My View Interesting to see …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers have a greater risk of Infection and Revision

July 3, 2011

Risk of Revision for Infection in Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis Compared With Osteoarthritis …

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High Number of Hip Revisions in Scotland – Why?

July 3, 2011

Scottish Arthroplasty Project Annual Report 2009 This report can be downloaded here – click here It is really very interesting …

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History – Smith & Nephew Knee Implant Recall – 2003; Oxinium

July 2, 2011

Smith & Nephew Knee Implant Recall Oxinium Genesis II Profix II Knee Implants: This information is interesting from this website [Click here]. …

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All Metal Implants Corrode and Release Metal Ions

June 26, 2011

Exposure to chromium, cobalt and molybdenum from metal-on-metal total hip replacement and hip resurfacing arthroplasty Download full Scientific Article here …

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Staple Closure – Greater Than 3 Times The Risk of Infection

June 25, 2011

Staples Linked to Higher Risk for Infection After Joint Surgery My View Don’t just “go with the flow” – getting …

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Hip & Knee Replacement Numbers Skyrocketing – Baby Boomers Get Old

June 25, 2011

Study Shows Increase of Hip and Knee Replacements in the US Posted: 06/05/2008; Arthritis Care Research News Alerts. 2008;59(4):481-488. © …

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New Anticoagulant to Replace Wafarin and Heparins?

June 25, 2011

Rivaroxaban Is Superior to Enoxaparin for Thromboprophylaxis After Knee and Hip Arthroplasty Paul S. Mueller, MD, MPH, FACP  (Source) Posted: …

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Metallosis – Tissue Damage in Metal on Plastic Knee Replacement

June 25, 2011

Radiographic Evaluation of Periprosthetic Metallosis After Total Arthroplasty Thomas F. McGovern, MD, Joseph T. Moskal, MD Posted: 11/19/2002; J South …

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