Subscapularis Tears: Hidden and Forgotten No More
Subscapularis Tendon The subscapularis tendon, at one point, was thought of as the forgotten tendon, with “hidden lesions” that referred to partial tears of this tendon. Better understanding of anatomy and biomechanics combined with [...]
Is Interval Training the Magic Bullet for Fat Loss? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Comparing Moderate-intensity Continuous Training with High-intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Objectives To compare the effects of interval training and moderate-intensity continuous training (MOD) on body adiposity in humans, and to perform subgroup analyses that consider the type and duration of interval training in different [...]
The Natural History of the Asymptomatic Degenerative Rotator Cuff Tear Treated without Surgery
Background Determining the risk and rate of rotator cuff tear progression is important for formulating appropriate surgical indications. There are many studies that report the prevalence of asymptomatic rotator cuff tears. One study, in [...]
When Can I Return To Activities After My Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair?
Background As orthopedic surgeons we recognize that not every rotator cuff tear is the same. Every patient is different. The size and age of the rotator cuff tear, the duration of the symptoms, the [...]
Improving Healing Rates for Large and Massive Rotator Cuff Tears With a Bioinductive Collagen Patch
Background Rotator cuff tears are a common problem and the overall number of patients affected is increasing as our population continues to age. As the number of rotator cuff tears rises, the incidence of [...]
Comparison of Infection Risk with Corticosteroid or Hyaluronic Acid Injection Prior to Total Knee Arthroplasty
Background Recent studies have shown that intra-articular injections less than 3 months before total knee arthroplasty increase the risk of periprosthetic joint infection. We are aware of no previous study that has differentiated the [...]