2006 Press Releases
Governor of California Breaks Leg while Standing
Orthopaedic surgeon says ski bindings could be at fault
12/28/2006
Is Sports Activity a Pre-Existing Condition for Back Pain?
What patients should know about injuries and treatments for an aggravated aching back
12/20/2006
"Booming Seniors” News Conference
Keynote Speech Summaries
12/20/2006
Chula Vista Children Design Dream Playground
11/02/2006
Climbing the Ladder of Successful Autumn Fix-Ups
10/10/2006
Suba la escalera del éxito en sus proyectos otoñales
10/10/2006
Shoveling Out From a Winter Wonderland
10/10/2006
Palear nieve no tiene que arruinar su temporada navideña
10/10/2006
Military Orthopaedic Wound Management and Amputee Care Best Practices Established
10/04/2006
Raking Right Leaves the Backache Behind
09/27/2006
Elimine los dolores de espalda usando bien el rastrillo
09/27/2006
Safe Ghosts and Goblins Say “Boo!” Not “Boo-Boo!” at Halloween Time
09/27/2006
Durante Halloween los fantasmas y los duendes deben divertirse, no llorar
09/27/2006
Back-to-School Shouldn’t Equal Backaches
08/31/2006
Regreso escolar sin dolores de espalda
08/31/2006
This School Year, Make Sure the Shoe Fits Before Wearing It
08/28/2006
Durante este año escolar asegúrese de que los zapatos queden bien antes de comprarlos
08/28/2006
Healing the Heel
08/16/2006
Where the Patient Comes First
08/04/2006
Florida Honored as State Orthopaedic Society of the Year -
Successful legislative, financial and membership achievements key to its recognition
07/20/2006
Connecticut Distinguishes Itself as State Orthopaedic Society of the Year -
Successful legislative, financial and membership achievements key to its recognition
07/20/2006
Chicago White Sox Help Inspire Kids to Get Up, Get Out and Get Moving. Second Annual PLAY Campaign Hits a Home Run at U.S. Cellular Field; Nearly 100 Local Chicago Youth Participate in PBATS Fitness Program
07/05/2006
Mood and Attitude Critical to Patients’ Recovery. Orthopaedic research show psychosocial factors play enormous role in patients’ recovery
07/05/2006
Surgery Becoming a Weighty Issue for Patients. Orthopaedic surgeons must develop new surgical techniques for the obese patient
07/05/2006
Ensuring Fireworks are Breathtaking, Not Bone-Shattering. Orthopaedic surgeons provide safety tips for Fourth of July celebrations
06/22/2006
Asegúrese de que los fuegos artificiales sean asombrosos, no rompe-huesos. Cirujanos ortopédicos dan medidas de seguridad para celebraciones del 4 de julio
06/22/2006
Atlanta Braves Help Inspire Kids to Get Up, Get Out And Get Moving. Second Annual PLAY Campaign Hits a Home Run At Turner Field; More Than a 100 Local Metro Atlanta Youth Participate in PBATS Fitness Program
06/22/2006
Houston Astros Help Inspire Kids to Get Up, Get Out and Get Moving. Second Annual PLAY Campaign Hits a Home Run at Minute Maid Park; More than a 100 Local Houston Youth Participate in PBATS Fitness Program
06/20/2006
Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) Awards Seek Stand-Out Coverage. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ annual media competition calls for entries
06/14/2006
Summer Months Demand Extra Precaution. Orthopaedic surgeons advise parents on summer safety for kids
06/08/2006
Meses de verano exigen mayor precaución. Cirujanos ortopédicos aconsejan a padres sobre medidas de seguridad para sus hijos durante el verano
06/08/2006
AAOS Introduces New Practice Management Podcast Series. Four newly created audio programs provide easily accessible information
06/06/2006
Not Just a Woman’s Disease: Osteoporosis in Men Proves More Debilitating. Orthopaedic research shows bone density loss often undiagnosed, untreated in male patients
06/01/2006
Mowing the Lawn is Not Child's Play. National Medical Societies Provide Tips to Keep Kids Safe from Lawn Mower Injuries June is National Safety Month
05/30/2006
Use Care and Caution While Mowing the Lawn. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips for trimming lawn mower injuries
05/25/2006
Tenga cuidado y precaución al cortar el césped. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas para reducir lesiones con podadoras de césped
05/25/2006
Tumbles off Trampolines Land Kids in Examining Rooms. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips on trampoline safety
05/17/2006
Las caídas de los trampolines envían a los niños a las salas de examen. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas de seguridad en los trampolines
05/17/2006
The Academy Seeks Orthopaedic Surgeons for Humanitarian and Diversity Awards
05/11/2006
Evite que las lesiones del golf lo envíen al clubhouse. Cirujanos ortopédicos brindan medidas para reducir lesiones relacionadas con el golf
05/11/2006
Keep Golf Injuries from Sending You to the Clubhouse. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to minimize golf-related injuries
05/11/2006
Treating Dog and Cat Bites to the Hand: Gnawing at solutions to this prevalent problem. Orthopaedic surgeons sink teeth into research, show earlier treatment may prevent serious injuries
05/10/2006
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Announces Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) Awards Winners. Inaugural media competition honors journalists, frame-worthy coverage
05/05/2006
Orthopaedic Surgeons Advocate on Capitol Hill to Improve Patient Care
05/04/2006
No permita que su hijo se quede en el banquillo debido a una lesión. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas para evitar lesiones de béisbol y softball
04/26/2006
Don’t Let Injuries Keep Your Child in the Dugout. Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips to prevent youth baseball and softball injuries
04/26/2006
Evite accidentes en las limpiezas de primavera. Cirujanos ortopédicos ofrecen medidas para prevenir lesiones en el hogar durante esta primavera
04/11/2006
Avoid Spring Cleaning Spills. Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips to prevent injuries throughout the home this spring
04/11/2006
Dwight W. Burney, III, MD, Elected Chair of Academy Board of Councilors
04/10/2006
James P. Tasto, MD, Named to Academy Board of Directors
04/10/2006
Andrew N. Pollak, MD, Elected Chair of the Academy’s Board of Specialty Societies
04/10/2006
John T. Gill, MD, Elected Secretary of Academy Board of Councilors
04/10/2006
Norman Y. Otsuka, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
04/10/2006
Ken Yamaguchi, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Directors
04/10/2006
William L. Healy, MD, Elected Treasurer of Academy Board of Directors
04/10/2006
Frank B. Kelly, MD, Appointed
Academy Communications Cabinet Chair
04/10/2006
Alan S. Hilibrand, MD, Appointed
Academy Communications Cabinet Vice-Chair
04/10/2006
E. Anthony Rankin, MD, Elected Academy Second Vice President
04/06/2006
Need for Orthopaedic Research Funding Fuels Surgeons’ Energy for Run. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Iraq War’s first female military amputee join forces
03/25/2006
Richard F. Kyle, MD, Elected Academy President
03/24/2006
James H. Beaty, MD, Elected Academy First Vice President
03/24/2006
Enhanced Diet, Physical Exam Prove Best Medicine for Children with Frequent Fractures. New research uncovers bone mineral density tests unnecessary for most children
03/24/2006
Orthopaedic Surgeons Help Patients Put Their Best Foot Forward. Techniques to battle bunions and fix flatfeet
03/24/2006
Total Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery Projections Show Meteoric Rise by 2030. Orthopaedic procedures set to continue gaining widespread acceptance as means to restore quality-of-life
03/24/2006
Less-Invasive Knee Replacement Surgery. Orthopaedic surgeons debate its benefits for patients, challenges for surgeons
03/24/2006
Surgery Not the Only Answer to Adolescent Shoulder, Back Problems. Orthopaedic experts present non-operative approaches to treating, preventing conditions in the young
03/24/2006
Treating Shoulder Injuries in High-Impact Amateur and Professional Athletes. Orthopaedic experts discuss advancements in diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and future outlook
03/24/2006
Bone Loss in Female Athletes Continues after ACL Surgery, Despite Aggressive Treatment. Orthopaedic sports medicine experts call for a “team approach” to prevent and rehabilitate injuries
03/24/2006
R. Richard Coughlin, MD, Receives Humanitarian Award from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
03/24/2006
Augustus A. White, III, MD, PhD, Receives American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ 2006 Diversity Award
03/24/2006
Orthopaedic Surgeons Offer Latest Treatment of Hip Conditions in Young, Active Adults. Improved detection methods, less invasive techniques, better implants improve patient outcomes
03/23/2006
Ankle Ailments Get a ‘Leg up’ with New Treatments and Techniques. In step with orthopaedic advancements in treating fractures and arthritis of the ankle
03/23/2006
Advancements in Military Orthopaedics Aid in Care of Injured Service Personnel. Research critical to improving treatment during war and beyond
03/23/2006
Seat Belts and Airbags a Necessary Combination in Preventing Deadly Car Accidents, Severe Trauma. Study uncovers vehicle safety restraint device effectiveness, disparity among demographic groups
03/23/2006
Hip Surgery in the Elderly and Obese: Optimizing Outcomes. Orthopaedic research emphasizes need for complete preoperative medical health assessment
03/22/2006
Putting Patients at Ease: Pain Relief Options after Total Joint Replacement. Orthopaedic surgeons debate the efficacy and safety of prescription medications used to manage pain
03/22/2006
New Promise on the Horizon for Treating Orthopaedic Conditions. Experts discuss advanced stem cell, gene therapy and allograft applications
03/22/2006
Orthopaedic Surgeons Lift Patients’ Legs to New Heights. New concepts in limb lengthening and deformity correction
03/22/2006
Weather Predicts Volume of Trauma Center Admissions. Study uncovers link between seasonal variables, incidence of trauma based on hospital center data
03/22/2006
Kappa Delta Sorority, Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Honor Orthopaedic Researchers
03/22/2006
Orthopaedic Surgeons Turn Chicago Children's Dream Playground into Reality. Building a much-needed playground in one day for the Englewood community
03/21/2006
Joan Rivers Teams up with Orthopaedic Surgeons to Help Prevent Osteoporosis. Comedian chats about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ new public service campaign
03/10/2006
Rotator Cuff Surgery Brings Significant Relief to Patients with Multiple Medical Problems: Orthopaedic research suggests improved shoulder pain and movement in certain patients post-surgery
03/07/2006
Communicating with Patients via E-mail: Systematic approach can help orthopaedic surgeons and their patients benefit from this tool
03/06/2006
Treating Orthopaedic Trauma during Pregnancy: Research demonstrates most testing and treatments are safe for fetuses and mothers
03/01/2006
Orthopaedic Advocates Meet with Members of Congress, Discuss Musculoskeletal Research Funding. AAOS emphasizes impact of budget cuts on aging population, calls for increased stipend
02/16/2006
Balancing the Benefits and Risks of Yoga. Orthopaedic surgeons urge yogis to meditate on tips to stay flexible and injury-free
02/08/2006
Medite Sobre Los Riesgos y Beneficios del Yoga. Cirujanos ortopédicos urgen a practicantes de yoga a meditar sobre medidas para permanecer flexibles y sin lesiones
02/08/2006
Patient-Centered Care Key to ‘Getting Better Together.’ AAOS 2006 PSA print, radio ads strive to improve physician-patient communication
02/01/2006
Infection, Wound Management and Amputee Care Critical to Improving Military Medical Treatment. Extremity War Injuries Symposium to prioritize combat-related musculoskeletal research topics
01/25/2006
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' Campaign Promotes a Lifetime of Bone Health. 2006 PSAs aimed at enhancing musculoskeletal health.
01/23/2006
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Names Charles M. Turkelson, Ph.D., Director, Research and Scientific Affairs
01/05/2006
