Article
Orthopedics
Miguel Angel Ruiz Iban, Susana Alonso Guemes, Raquel Ruiz Diaz, Jorge Diaz Heredia, Ignacio de Rus Aznar, Rafael Lorente Moreno
Summary: The study aimed to prospectively evaluate a group of patients with adhesive capsulitis and identify predictors of failure of conservative treatment within the first 2 months. The findings suggest that failure of conservative treatment can be predicted by lack of improvement in isolated glenohumeral range of motion in abduction and external rotation during the initial two months. Patients who did not show early improvements in these areas often required surgery.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2022)
Review
Sport Sciences
Dengqiang Lei, Bo Tang, Yongjuan Li, Cheng Fan
Summary: This study compared the clinical efficacy of conservative treatment and arthroscopic one-stage repair for patients with first-time anterior dislocation of the shoulder. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled studies showed that arthroscopic repair significantly reduced redislocation and revision surgery rates and improved shoulder joint function scores compared to conservative treatment. However, further research is needed to identify a subset of high-risk patients who would benefit the most from early arthroscopic repair.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Oscar Feusi, Thea Fleischmann, Conny Waschkies, Hans-Christoph Pape, Clement M. L. Werner, Simon Tiziani
Summary: The study suggests that prophylactic use of vitamin C may reduce capsular thickness in secondary frozen shoulder.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Wojciech Satora, Roman Brzoska, Robert Prill, Pawel Reichert, Lukasz Oleksy, Anna Mika, Aleksandra Krolikowska
Summary: Patients who underwent arthroscopic capsular release, corticosteroid injection, and physiotherapy had significantly better shoulder range of motion and function at three and six months compared to those who received only corticosteroid injection and physiotherapy. However, there was no significant difference in outcomes at twelve months follow-up between the two treatment groups.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ana Maria Fernandez Martinez, Sebastian Baldi, Alberto Alonso-Burgos, Roberto Lopez, M. Eva Vallejo-Pascual, M. Teresa Cuesta Marcos, David Romero Alonso, Joaquin Rodriguez Prieto, Jose Luis Mauriz
Summary: Transcatheter arterial embolization with imipenem/cilastatin is effective and stable in the mid-term follow-up for patients with adhesive capsulitis resistant to conservative treatments. Significant improvements in pain reduction and mobility were observed post-procedure, with no clinical recurrence.
CARDIOVASCULAR AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Davide Cucchi, Alessandra Menon, Sonia Maggi, Francesca Maria Feroldi, Annalisa De Silvestri, Max Julian Friedrich, Matthias Dominik Wimmer, Pietro Simone Randelli
Summary: The study found that completing and repairing partial lesions of the rotator cuff may increase the risk of post-operative shoulder stiffness, especially in patients under 60 years old. Female sex and younger age were confirmed as known pre-operative risk factors.
ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Xiaojin Bai, Fan Bai, Zhi Wang, Yan Zhang, Fuying Liu, Qibing Wang
Summary: This study investigated the clinical efficacy of arthroscopic capsular release combined with postoperative intra-articular infusion of cocktail and tranexamic acid (TXA) in the treatment of patients with frozen shoulder. The results showed that this treatment method can effectively reduce postoperative pain and intra-articular bleeding, promote early postoperative functional exercises, and accelerate recovery.
FRONTIERS IN SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Dan-mei Li, Chuan Zhang, Xian-Xiang Xiang, Yong-Feng Cheng, Lai-Fu Zhang, Kun Ma
Summary: Arthroscopic extra-articular entire coracohumeral ligament release is an effective treatment for recalcitrant frozen shoulder, reducing pain and restoring shoulder joint function.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Alexandre Ladermann, Sebastien Piotton, Sophie Abrassart, Adrien Mazzolari, Mohamed Ibrahim, Patrick Stirling
Summary: Meta-analyses show that arthrographic distension/hydrodilatation with corticosteroid provides superior short-term pain relief and improvement in range of motion for patients with frozen shoulder. Compared to CSI or physiotherapy, it also leads to improvements in range of motion in the medium to long term.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2021)
Review
Orthopedics
Thomas Stojanov, Linda Modler, Andreas M. Mueller, Soheila Aghlmandi, Christian Appenzeller-Herzog, Rafael Loucas, Marios Loucas, Laurent Audige
Summary: This study aimed to identify prognostic factors for the occurrence of post-operative shoulder stiffness (POSS) in patients after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (ARCR). Through analyzing 7 cohort studies, it was found that increased age and male sex may be protective factors against POSS after ARCR. However, further analysis is needed to determine the prognostic value of other factors.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Acoustics
Jingfeng Zhang, Lei Zhang, Fanglan Guo, Tian Zhang
Summary: The study revealed that the stiffness of the coracohumeral ligament (CHL) on the affected side in different stages of frozen shoulder varied, showing different correlations with the visual analogue scale (VAS) score and shoulder range of motion (ROM).
JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Jordan A. Gruskay, Dylan R. Rakowski, Thomas E. Woolson, Marilee P. Horan, Peter J. Millett
Summary: This study reports on the survivorship and patient-reported outcomes (PROs) after arthroscopic pancapsulorraphy (APC) for multidirectional instability (MDI) of the shoulder with a minimum 5-year follow-up. The results show that APC provides reasonable and durable long-term PROs, with most patients experiencing high postoperative satisfaction and acceptable outcomes.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Rheumatology
Michel G. C. A. M. Mertens, Mira Meeus, Olivier Verborgt, Eric H. M. Vermeulen, Ruud Schuitemaker, Karin M. C. Hekman, Donald H. van der Burg, Filip Struyf
Summary: Frozen shoulder is a difficult pathology to understand and manage, with contradictory evidence and ongoing research hypotheses. People with Diabetes Mellitus and thyroid disorders are at a higher risk of developing frozen shoulder. The diagnosis is based on pattern recognition and physical examination, with recommended physical therapy interventions including mobilization techniques and exercises.
RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Orthopedics
Alexander W. Hartland, Kar H. Teoh, Mustafa S. Rashid
Summary: This study found that tranexamic acid (TXA) effectively reduces blood loss in shoulder surgery based on a systematic review and meta-analysis. Larger randomized controlled trials with low risk of bias for specific surgical shoulder procedures are needed.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Acoustics
Konstantinos A. Kapasakalis, Ioannis A. Antoniadis, Evangelos J. Sapountzakis
Summary: Seismic isolation is an effective technology, with vertical isolation systems facing the challenge of balancing stiffness and flexibility requirements. A novel vertical seismic absorber system combining negative stiffness-driven absorbers with inerters improves dynamic behavior while maintaining static settlements at desired levels.
JOURNAL OF VIBRATION AND CONTROL
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Joel Locher, Umile Giuseppe Longo, Francesco Pirato, Roman Susdorf, Heath B. Henninger, Thomas Suter
Summary: This study aimed to investigate whether iliac bone autografts with screw fixation could transform off-track Hill-Sachs lesions into on-track lesions in patients with dynamic anteroinferior instability. The results showed that the off-track lesions were successfully transformed into on-track lesions after 6 weeks of surgery and remained stable during the final follow-up. The study also observed bony remodeling processes over time, indicating a slight decrease in glenoid surface area.
ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Claudia Cicione, Gianluca Vadala, Giuseppina Di Giacomo, Veronica Tilotta, Luca Ambrosio, Fabrizio Russo, Biagio Zampogna, Francesca Cannata, Rocco Papalia, Vincenzo Denaro
Summary: This study aimed to compare the biological properties of micro-fragmented adipose tissue (MAT) and nanofat adipose tissue (NAT) obtained with different techniques. The results showed that NAT had the highest content of extracellular matrix, cell replication, and stemness gene expression, providing valuable clues for the clinical use of adipose tissue derivatives.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Luca Ambrosio, Gianluca Vadala, Fabrizio Russo, Giuseppe Pascarella, Sergio De Salvatore, Giuseppe F. Papalia, Alessandro Ruggiero, Marta Di Folco, Massimiliano Carassiti, Rocco Papalia, Vincenzo Denaro
Summary: This systematic review investigated the efficacy of nonsurgical interventional treatments for chronic low back pain caused by facet joint syndrome. The results showed mixed results, with overall little short-term or no benefits on pain, disability, and other investigated outcomes.
GLOBAL SPINE JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Orthopedics
Sergio R. Piedade, Bruno P. Leite Arruda, Rodrigo A. de Vasconcelos, David A. Parker, Nicola Maffulli
Summary: ACL insufficiency is disabling and requires surgery, but successful ACL reconstruction depends on proper preoperative and postoperative rehabilitation. Advances in surgery and understanding of biological concepts have influenced ACL postoperative rehabilitation protocols, but new technologies may introduce inconsistency. Rehabilitation protocols should consider accurate diagnosis, patient expectations, and geographical differences in ACL rehabilitation.
JOURNAL OF ISAKOS JOINT DISORDERS & ORTHOPAEDIC SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Angela Brivio, Talal Al-Jabri, Jurgen Martin, David Barrett, Nicola Maffulli
Summary: Background: Infections after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) surgery are rare and poorly studied. Optimal management of these infections is unclear. This study presents the results of a large multicentre clinical study of UKA infections treated with the Debridement, Antibiotics and Implant Retention (DAIR) procedure. Results showed high success rates and implant survivorship with the DAIR procedure.
ANNALS OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Letter
Orthopedics
Nicola Maffulli
CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH
(2023)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Madhan Jeyaraman, Nicola Maffulli, Ashim Gupta
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Julia Prinz, Nicola Maffulli, Matthias Fuest, Peter Walter, Frank Hildebrand, Filippo Migliorini
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of honey-related treatment strategies on patients with dry eye disease (DED). The results showed that these strategies significantly improved the symptoms and signs of DED in the included patients.
Review
Biology
Umile Giuseppe Longo, Rocco Papalia, Sergio De Salvatore, Riccardo Picozzi, Antonio Sarubbi, Vincenzo Denaro
Summary: This study aimed to determine the most appropriate animal model for the study of osteoarthritis (OA) by conducting a literature review and analyzing 36 selected studies. The results showed that various induction models, including mechanical, surgical, and chemical methods, have been proven suitable for inducing OA in animals. However, there is still no clear gold standard for choosing the best animal model for OA. This study provides valuable information for researchers and contributes to our understanding and treatment of OA.
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Luca Ambrosio, Gianluca Vadala, Fabrizio Russo, Giuseppe Pascarella, Sergio De Salvatore, Giuseppe F. Papalia, Alessandro Ruggiero, Marta Di Folco, Massimiliano Carassiti, Rocco Papalia, Vincenzo Denaro
GLOBAL SPINE JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Pediatrics
Filippo Migliorini, Nicola Maffulli, Stefan Soellner, Mario Pasurka, Joshua Kubach, Andreas Bell, Marcel Betsch
Summary: This systematic review provides updated evidence on the use of allografts for medial patella-femoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction. Patient-reported outcome measures, redislocation rates, and complication rates were examined as outcomes. The review followed the PRISMA guidelines and included studies on adolescents and children with recurrent patellofemoral instability (PFI). The results showed improved Kujala and IKDC scores, low rates of dislocation, reoperation, and subluxation. The findings support the use of allografts for MPFL reconstruction in adolescent patients with recurrent patellofemoral instability, but more high-quality studies are needed to fully establish the long-term benefits and complication rates of allograft MPFL.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Filippo Migliorini, Federico Cocconi, Gianluca Vecchio, Luise Schaefer, Julian Koettnitz, Nicola Maffulli
Summary: This expert opinion discusses the current level I evidence on the experimental pharmacological agents used to favor bone fracture healing.
EXPERT OPINION ON INVESTIGATIONAL DRUGS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ashim Gupta, Nicola Maffulli, Vijay Kumar Jain
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Julia Prinz, Nicola Maffulli, Matthias Fuest, Peter Walter, Frank Hildebrand, Filippo Migliorini
Summary: The role of chloroquine (CQ) and hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) in the management of dry eye disease is still uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis found that CQ and HCQ improved symptoms and signs of dry eye disease, with increased tear breakup time and Schirmer I test, and decreased Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) and corneal staining.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Anish G. G. Potty, Ajish S. R. Potty, Nicola Maffulli, Lucas A. A. Blumenschein, Deepak Ganta, R. Justin Mistovich, Mario Fuentes, Patrick J. J. Denard, Paul M. M. Sethi, Anup A. A. Shah, Ashim Gupta
Summary: A novel machine learning algorithm was proposed to predict the outcomes of arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. A machine learning model was developed using pre-operative factors and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores. The algorithm accurately predicted post-operative scores, which can be used for pre-operative counseling, planning, and resource allocation.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)