Core Orthopedic Topics
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Curated reviews and summaries of landmark studies and recent publications in orthopedic surgery.
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Trauma
Fractures, dislocations, and acute injuries
Spine
Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions
Shoulder & Elbow
Shoulder and elbow pathology and surgery
Knee & Sports
Knee injuries and sports medicine
Pediatrics
Musculoskeletal conditions in children
Arthroplasty
Hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty
Hand
Hand, wrist, and forearm conditions
Foot & Ankle
Foot and ankle pathology and treatment
Musculoskeletal Oncology
Musculoskeletal tumors and malignancies
Basic Science
Fundamental orthopedic science
Orthoplastic Approach
Orthoplastic surgery techniques and approaches
Deformity Correction & Limb Lengthening
Deformity correction, limb lengthening, and reconstruction
Recent Topics
View All →Elbow Stiffness
Functional arc required: Flexion–extension: 30°–130° Pronation–supination: 50°–50° Stiffness is defined as ROM below the functional range
Distal Biceps Rupture
Disruption of the distal biceps tendon insertion at the radial tuberosity. Leads to loss of: Supination strength (primary) Flexion strength (secondary)
Thumb Fractures and Ligament Injuries
Thumb injuries are unique and significantly more disabling than other finger injuries because the thumb accounts for approximately 40–50% of overall hand function due to its ability to oppose. 80% of thumb fractures involve the metacarpal base the most common pattern is extraarticular epibasal fracture Base of Thumb metacarpal fractures can be extra-articular fractures, Bennett fractures (partial intra-articular), or Rolando fractures (complete intra-articular). Treatment ranges from splint immobilization for certain extra-articular fractures to surgical fixation for displaced Bennett or Rolando fractures
Neuromuscular Scoliosis (NMS)
Spinal deformity due to neurologic or muscular imbalance Characterized by long C-shaped curves, pelvic obliquity, and poor trunk control Typically progressive and rigid
Chemotherapy For Bone Tumors
Metacarpal Fractures / Hand metacarpal fractures
Metacarpal fractures are common skeletal injuries, accounting for a significant portion of all hand fractures. They range from simple, stable injuries to complex, unstable fractures requiring surgical intervention.
Recent Literature Updates
View All →Optimal Tightrope Positioning for Adequate Syndesmotic Stabilization in Simulated Syndesmotic Injuries
Foot Ankle Orthop. 2025 Jun 19;10(2):24730114251342243. doi: 10.1177/24730114251342243. eCollection 2025 Apr. Optimal Tightrope Positioning for Adequate Syndesmotic Stabilization in Simulated Syndesmotic Injuries Mark A Goss et al.
Alignment Techniques in Total Knee Arthroplasty
Journal of Joint Surgery and Research (2023), Vol 1: 108–116, Yukihide Minoda
Quality of Life and Outcomes After Treatment Failure for Recurrent PJI of TKA
J Arthroplasty. 2026 May;41(5):1495-1501. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2025.08.017. Epub 2025 Aug 19. Quality of Life and Outcomes After Treatment Failure for Recurrent Periprosthetic Joint Infection of Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Multicenter Retrospective Comparison of Transfemoral Amputation, Arthrodesis, and Permanent Spacer Romain Huguet et al.