2004 Press Releases

State-of-the-Art Orthopaedic Learning Center Celebrates 10 Years of Surgical Education
12/21/2004

Simple Precautions at Home Can Prevent Deadly Falls
12/17/2004

New Osteoporosis Fracture Treatment Program Improves Outcomes for Patients. Study finds cement procedure safe and effective
12/09/2004

Children use their imagination to help build playground of their dreams
11/10/2004

Orthopaedic surgeons offer Halloween tips to keep your child’s skeleton safe
10/29/2004

Taking the Aches Out of Traveling. Orthopaedic surgeons provide luggage lifting and carrying recommendations
10/20/2004

Orthopaedic Surgeons Urge Americans: Take Steps to Prevent, Diagnose and Treat Osteoporosis
10/15/2004

Don’t Let Fall and Winter Outdoor Chores Wreak Havoc on Your Health. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips for fall into winter
10/14/2004

Striving to Improve Quality of Life: The Bone And Joint Decade. Orthopaedic surgeons encourage awareness of musculoskeletal conditions, maximizing personal health potential
10/14/2004

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Executive Sandra R. Gordon Named ‘PR Professional of the Year’ at PR News’ Awards Ceremony
10/06/2004

Avoid Falling into Autumn. Orthopaedic surgeons provide ladder safety tips to prevent fall fix-up accidents
09/28/2004

Evite las caídas en el otoño. Academia de Cirujanos Ortopédicos ofrece consejos de seguridad con las escaleras para evitar accidentes debido a reparaciones durante el otoño.
09/28/2004

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Names Robert H. Haralson, III, MD, MBA, Executive Director of Medical Affairs
09/28/2004

AAOS and PBATS Hit a Homerun in the Fight Against Obesity
09/22/2004

Back-to-School Back Problems. Orthopaedic surgeons urge sensibility when wearing backpacks.
08/31/2004

Today’s back-to-school shoes can lead to tomorrow’s foot problems. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips on proper footwear for children.
08/24/2004

As They Mature, Female Athletes Grow Weak In The Knees. New study shows that female susceptibility to ACL injury may begin early on.
08/05/2004

Amputation Outcomes: Self Confidence and a Positive Attitude Can Have an Impact
08/05/2004

Knee Replacements in Obese Patients Are More Likely to be Unsuccessful
08/05/2004

Danger May Be Lurking at the Playground. Orthopaedic surgeons remind parents and community officials to inspect and supervise neighborhood and schoolyard playgrounds
08/03/2004

Kick-Start Your Martial Arts Success. Orthopaedic surgeons urge safety while practicing the arts of defense.
07/21/2004

Olympic hopeful or just-for-fun, play basketball safely. Orthopaedic surgeons give tips to play it safe on the court
07/13/2004

Jeffrey Kramer Designated Certified Association Executive
07/09/2004

The Moving Target: Understanding Why Arthritis Patients Do Not Consider Total Joint Replacement
07/06/2004

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Names Richard Stewart Chief Financial Officer
07/06/2004

Celebrate the 4th safely this year. Orthopaedic surgeons urge caution to prevent loss of hands and fingers.
07/06/2004

Your Orthopaedic Connection website connects you to new information
06/15/2004

Stay On Par This Summer. Orthopaedic surgeons advise golfers of proper conditioning before hitting the links.
06/11/2004

Orthopaedic surgeons advise cyclers to ride safely this summer
05/28/2004

Unsupervised Jumping Can Jeopardize Your Children’s Health. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips on avoiding trampoline dangers.
05/27/2004

Orthopaedic surgeons urge kids to “play safe” this summer
05/18/2004

The Truth About Achilles: Orthopaedic Surgeons Tell Us if We're Really Vulnerable at the Heel
05/13/2004

David Teuscher, MD named chairman, Committee on Professional Liability Committee for American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
05/07/2004

James N. Weinstein, DO, MS, named chairman, Council on Academic Affairs for American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
05/07/2004

Being a “Lazybones” is bad for your health. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons encourages public to get moving.
05/04/2004

Spring clean safely this season with ladder safety tips from orthopaedic surgeons
04/14/2004

Back to Health: Treating a Common Lower Back Condition Without Surgery
04/14/2004

Shunning shoulder pain can cause more damage in the long run
03/31/2004

Trends In Medicine And Orthopaedics: On The Radar Screen
03/12/2004

Finding a Magic Bullet--Can Training Reduce Knee Injuries in Female Athletes?
03/12/2004

Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Offers Long-Term Solution For Osteoarthritis Sufferers
03/12/2004

Thighbone Most Common Site of Fracture Injury Requiring Hospitalization in Children
03/12/2004

Examining Minimally Invasive Total Joint Replacement--Is it as Good as it Sounds?
03/11/2004

Growing Weak in the Knees--Research Identifies a Major Cause of the Joint Degeneration that Causes Osteoarthritis
03/11/2004

Sacrificing Fit For Style. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons review new survey results on cosmetic foot surgery.
03/11/2004

Orthopaedic Surgeons to the Rescue--Advance Planning Essential for Disaster Management and Mass Casualties
03/11/2004

Joint Replacement Outcomes Affected by Mood Disorders--New Study Shows That Depression may Adversely Affect Outcomes of Primary Joint Replacements
03/10/2004

Orthopaedic Research Society Celebrates 50 Years--It all Begins with Research
03/10/2004

Middle-aged adults and men at greater risk for refracture. May be symptomatic of osteoporosis.
03/10/2004

Reaping nature’s own solutions to heal broken bones
03/10/2004

Baseball Gloves not Enough Protection for Professional Baseball Catchers--Orthopaedic Surgeons Find Need for Further Study
03/10/2004

Biting the Hand That Feeds you--Domestic Animal Bites may be More Common and More Costly Than you Think, According to a new Study
03/10/2004

Delaying Surgery Matters--Prompt Surgical Care for Hip Fracture may Influence Recovery
03/10/2004

Living Better with Spina Bifida--Improved Care Coordination for Myelomeningocele Patients can Lead to Improved Life Expectancy and Quality of Life, According to a Review
03/10/2004

Study suggests that prompt treatment for knee injuries may prevent secondary damage to cartilage and meniscus
03/10/2004

Travelers With Implants Face Increased Scrutiny From Airport Security
03/10/2004

Living Joints. A new theory states that post-traumatic osteoarthritis of the knee is preventable.
03/10/2004

Oheneba Boachie-Adjei, MD receives Humanitarian Award from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
03/10/2004

Henry J. Mankin, MD receives American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Diversity Award
03/10/2004

Robert W. Bucholz, MD, elected Academy President
03/10/2004

Kappa Delta Sorority, Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation honor orthopaedic researchers
03/10/2004

Orthopaedic surgeons work to prevent injuries by building safe and accessible playground for Alvarado Elementary School children. Handy doctors roll up their sleeves for San Francisco
03/09/2004

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Names Mark W. Wieting Chief Education Officer
01/29/2004

President Bush encounters “boomeritis”
01/07/2004

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