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Study suggests surgery better than observation for older patients with meniscus tear
Source: Medical Xpress
Patients over age 50 who underwent an all inside arthroscopic repair technique had lower rates of subsequent total knee surgery than a similar group that was only observed, according to research presented at the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting today.
Study suggests surgery better than observation for older patients with meniscus tear
Source: Medical Xpress
Patients over age 50 who underwent an all inside arthroscopic repair technique had lower rates of subsequent total knee surgery than a similar group that was only observed, according to research presented at the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting today.
High rate of return to dance seen in dancers who underwent hip arthroscopy for FAI
Source: Healio
According to recently published results, 97% of dancers were able to return to dance at an average of 6.9 months after hip arthroscopy. Compared with their preoperative status, most dancers danced at a higher level following surgery.
Exercises for easing and preventing upper back pain
Source: Medical News Today
Upper back pain and tension are common complaints, particularly when people feel stressed or spend a lot of time hunched over desks or computers. Exercises that stretch the neck, shoulders, and upper back can help relieve pain and loosen tight muscles.
Top 10 stretches for shoulder tightness
Source: Medical News Today
Shoulder stretches can help relieve muscle tension, pain, and tightness in the neck and shoulders.
Many Middle-Aged Men May Have Signs of Thinning Bones
Source: Health Day
Brittle bones are often seen as a woman's health issue, but low bone mass may be more common among middle-aged men than generally thought, a small study suggests.