2005 Press Releases
National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Team Up on National ‘Boomeritis Prevention’ Public Service Campaign. Groups offer tips to help active, aging baby boomers stay injury-free
12/20/2005
Diviértase con seguridad en este invierno. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen consejos para evitar lesiones en los deportes de invierno
12/14/2005
Protéjase del invierno. Cirujanos ortopédicos brindan consejos para prevenir quemaduras por el frío
12/14/2005
Avoid the Winter Blues. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent frostbite
12/14/2005
Glide through Winter Safely. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent winter sports injuries
12/14/2005
Don’t Let Injuries during the Holidays Turn You into a Scrooge. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to minimize injuries this holiday season
12/12/2005
Viajar no tiene que ser doloroso. Cirujanos ortopédicos dan recomendaciones para levantar y cargar equipaje
11/17/2005
Traveling Doesn’t Have to be a Pain. Orthopaedic surgeons provide luggage lifting and carrying recommendations
11/17/2005
No permita que la nieve congele su maravilloso mundo invernal. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen consejos para reducir lesiones al palear o soplar nieve
11/15/2005
Don’t Let Snowfall Put a Freeze on Your Winter Wonderland. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to minimize snow shoveling and snow blowing injuries
11/15/2005
Unexpected Events Require Advance Preparation. Orthopaedic surgeons stress need to plan for unforeseen catastrophes
11/09/2005
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Receives PR News’ Nonprofit Award
11/04/2005
Preventing Severe Head and Neck Injuries in High School and Collegiate Athletes:
Orthopaedic research reveals benefits of enhanced protective gear, preventive strategies, rule revisions
11/01/2005
Keep your Child’s Skeleton Safe this Halloween. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to keep “trick-or-treaters” injury-free
10/21/2005
Allow Time for “T” and “PB & J” During Bone and Joint Decade Week. Orthopaedic surgeons participate in week-long events to help curb musculoskeletal conditions
10/12/2005
‘Box-Out’ Injuries this Basketball Season. Orthopaedic surgeons provide pointers to prevent basketball injuries
10/05/2005
Aging Athletes Require Tailored Exercise Regimen to Avoid Overuse Injuries: Orthopaedic surgeons study most common bone, joint and muscle problems in mature athletes
10/03/2005
Caídas de Escaleras en Otoño. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas de seguridad con las escaleras para evitar accidentes durante arreglos hogareños en otoño
09/29/2005
Sidestep Falling this Autumn. Orthopaedic surgeons provide ladder safety tips to prevent fall fix-up accidents
09/29/2005
Don’t Let Autumn Leave you with a Backache. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent injuries while raking leaves
09/28/2005
Don’t Shoulder the Burden of Rotator Cuff Injuries. Orthopaedic surgeons urge athletes of all ages to use caution with excessive overhead arm use
09/27/2005
The ‘Core’ of Fitness Lies within Muscle Stability: Orthopaedic study shows core stability as key to injury prevention, enhanced musculoskeletal health
09/01/2005
Orthopaedic Journal Goes Monthly, Unveils Cover-to-Cover Redesign:
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons expands content, improves readability
08/25/2005
Don’t Let Horse Play Throw You. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent horseback riding injuries
08/18/2005
Don’t Let Falls Trip You Up. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent deadly falls
08/11/2005
Baltimore Orioles Teach Kids to Stay Active and PLAY to Combat Obesity
08/10/2005
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Invites Public to be a Part of History. Academy collects patient stories to celebrate 75 years of advancements and accomplishments
08/02/2005
Getting a Handle on Cycling Safety
07/14/2005
Minnesota Twins Teach Kids to Stay Active and PLAY to Combat Obesity
07/12/2005
Back-to-School Doesn’t Have to be a Pain in the Foot. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips on selecting proper footwear for children
07/12/2005
El peso de las mochilas demuestra que la educación no es nada ligera.
Los cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas para reducir la tensión en las espaldas de los niños
07/12/2005
Backpack Loads Prove that Learning Isn’t Light. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to reduce the strain on children’s backs
07/12/2005
Men and Women Not Created Equal in Terms of Predisposition to Musculoskeletal Problems: First comprehensive review of disparities calls for proper diagnosis and treatment based on sex
07/05/2005
Baseball Gloves Provide Inadequate Protection for Professional Catchers: Orthopaedic surgeons identify trend of hand trauma, call for further study and glove redesign
07/01/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Provide Tips to Make July 4th Sparkle, Not Fizzle
06/21/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Provide Tips for Trimming Lawnmower Injuries
06/15/2005
Unsupervised Trampoline Use Contributes to Jump in Children’s Injuries: Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to avoid trampoline dangers
06/13/2005
Uso de trampolines sin supervisión provoca aumento de lesiones infantiles: Los cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen consejos para evitar los peligros con los trampolines
06/13/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Support Senate Leaders’ Commitment to Medical Liability Reform
06/09/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Advise Using Extreme Caution When Riding All-Terrain Vehicles
06/08/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Advise Teen Drivers to Use Caution as School Ends and Summer Approaches
06/07/2005
Young Athletes at Higher Risk for Chronic Shoulder and Elbow Injuries:
Orthopaedic surgeons’ study details trends, recommends conditioning as key preventative measure
06/02/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Rise to Meet the Challenge of Improving Patient Care. American Orthopaedic Association responds to lacking quality of care with proposed specialty reform.
06/01/2005
Getting the Most Out of Your Doctor’s Visit
06/01/2005
Nevada Honored as State Orthopaedic Society of the Year. Successful efforts in Nevada’s tort reform movement key to its achievement.
05/23/2005
Boston Red Sox Teach Kids to Stay Active and PLAY to Combat Obesity
05/21/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Instrumental in Establishing New Codes for Revision Total Joint Replacement
05/12/2005
Golf Gaining Popularity: But Don't Let Injuries Knock You Off Course. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to keep golfers of all ages injury-free.
05/09/2005
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Joins Cover the Uninsured Week Campaign. Orthopaedic surgeons participate in week long event to educate about the importance of health insurance.
05/02/2005
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society Join Forces on Osteoporosis Public Service Campaign. Orthopaedic surgeons encourage young girls and women to build stronger bones.
04/29/2005
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Executive, Sandra R. Gordon, Elected to Board of the National Association of Medical Communicators.
04/26/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Recognize Importance of National Playground Safety Week. Physicians remind parents, community to inspect and supervise playgrounds, especially when school is not in session.
04/22/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Care about Patient Care. Physicians advocate to legislators to improve healthcare for patients.
04/21/2005
Top Children’s Summer Sports Injuries. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips on “playing safe” this season
04/21/2005
Preventing Injuries in April and Throughout the Year. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to mark April’s injury prevention month.
04/18/2005
Alan M. Levine, MD, Elected as Chair of the Academy’s Council on Education
04/18/2005
Don’t Strike Out! Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent youth baseball injuries.
03/31/2005
Primavera en acción: Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen sugerencias prácticas para limpieza de primavera
03/31/2005
Funding is Key for Advancements in Musculoskeletal Research. Orthopaedic surgeons, patients, researchers meet with legislators to discuss need for increased funding.
03/17/2005
Orthopaedic Surgeons Support the Use of Imaging Services in Physician's Offices
03/17/2005
Spring into Action. Orthopaedic surgeons offer practical tips for spring cleaning.
03/16/2005
Gordon M. Aamoth, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
03/16/2005
William L. Healy, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
03/16/2005
Joseph C. McCarthy, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
03/16/2005
Matthew S. Shapiro, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
03/16/2005
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Encourages Americans to Build Stronger Bones. 2005 PSA campaign aimed at better musculoskeletal health and obesity prevention
03/14/2005
James H. Beaty, MD, Elected Academy Second Vice President
03/10/2005
Kristy L. Weber, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
03/10/2005
National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) And
American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Team Up
On Youth Sport Injuries Public Service Campaign
03/01/2005
Smoking Linked to Rotator Cuff Tears.
New study finds tobacco use poses increased risk of shoulder injury.
02/25/2005
Why Women are More Susceptible to ACL Injuries. New studies uncover key causes of, preventive measures against ACL injuries in female athletes.
02/25/2005
Computer-Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery Improves Patient Care, Surgeons’ Accuracy.
02/25/2005
Comparing Surgical Approaches in Primary Total Hip Replacement. Orthopaedic surgeons discuss pros and cons.
02/25/2005
What’s Crushing Your Feet? Orthopaedic surgeons discuss survey and preventive measures to curb foot problems among the overweight.
02/25/2005
New Hope for Children With Hard-to-Treat Bone and Joint Deformities.
02/25/2005
Baseball Pitchers Can Increase Pitch Velocity by Strengthening Rotator Cuff. Study finds that conditioning can also reduce pre- and in-season injuries .
02/24/2005
Orthopaedic Advances in Metastatic Bone Cancer Treatment. New techniques offer patients better quality of life.
02/24/2005
Internet Provides Public with Misleading Information on Hip Replacement Surgery. Study finds inaccurate online health information falsely inflates patient expectations .
02/24/2005
Healing Common Hip and Knee Fractures with Special Orthopaedic Care.
02/24/2005
Total Knee Replacement: The Changing Patient Landscape and Advanced Procedures.
02/24/2005
Timing is Everything in Orthopaedic Trauma Care. New research demonstrates the importance of timing in patients’ surgical outcomes.
02/24/2005
Healing the Healthcare System One Broken Bone at a Time. President of AAOS and Chair of DMLR discusses the need for medical liability reform.
02/24/2005
Laura L. Tosi, MD, Receives Diversity Award from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
02/24/2005
Lawrence D. Dorr, MD, Receives Humanitarian Award from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
02/24/2005
Kappa Delta Sorority, Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Honor Orthopaedic Researchers.
02/23/2005
Surgical Treatment of Hip or Knee Arthritis Does Not Reduce Obesity. New research uncovers disconnect between replacement surgery and weight.
02/23/2005
Advancements in Identifying and Treating Scoliosis.
02/23/2005
Less and Minimally Invasive Total Joint Replacement. The pros and cons of these procedures compared to traditional surgery.
02/23/2005
Electronic Knee Provides Promise for Future Joint Replacements.
Implant technology offers orthopaedic surgeons virtual look at impact of surgery on joints.
02/23/2005
Emerging Technologies in Spinal Surgery. Innovative treatments may get patients back on their feet sooner.
02/23/2005
Knee Replacement Study Uncovers Disparity in Procedure’s Accessibility. Research shows dramatic changes in a 10-year period.
02/23/2005
Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, Elected Academy President.
02/23/2005
Richard F. Kyle, MD, Elected Academy First Vice President.
02/23/2005
Understanding Risks is Key to Preventing Athletic and Recreational Injuries. Orthopaedic surgeons provide strategies to help reduce the number of future injuries .
02/23/2005
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery May Prove Better, More Versatile Than Open Procedure. Orthopaedic surgeons examine the benefits of two leading techniques.
02/23/2005
Orthopaedic surgeons work to prevent injuries by building safe and accessible playground for Anacostia neighborhood children
02/22/2005
Zimmer Partners with AAOS on Cultural Competency Training
02/21/2005
