orthopedic injury News

Close to 7M Americans Have Artificial Joints: Study

It’s not just grandma with a new hip and your uncle with a new knee. More than 2 of every 100 Americans now have an artificial joint, doctors are reporting. Among those over 50, it’s even more common: Five percent …

Orthopedics, Engineering Blend to Better Repair Torn Rotator Cuffs

Rotator cuff tears are among the most common orthopedic injuries among adults in the United States, due to wear and tear or the effects of age. With a 94 percent failure rate for surgical repairs of large tears in older …