2007 Press Releases
This Holiday Season, ‘Hit the Road, Jack’ and Don’t Get Hurt No More, No More
Lifting and carrying luggage properly will help you stay safe while traveling
12/18/2007
Stay Hip, Even After 80
Many octogenarians get new life following hip replacement, study finds
12/13/2007
Cyclists: Keep on Pedaling but Beware Below
Proper equipment and bicycling position can prevent lower body injuries
12/13/2007
If Your Chills Are Multiplying...
Then you’d better shape up and protect yourself from the dangers of frostbite
12/12/2007
Oh, The Weather Outside is Frightful
Don't let snow shoveling ruin your winter wonderland
12/05/2007
Need New Knees? Now May Be the Time
Women may wait too long before considering knee replacement, study finds
11/16/2007
Step Up to a Fall-Free Autumn
These safety tips can help prevent ladder-related injuries
11/01/2007
Fall Back Into Team Sports
A few strategies can keep young athletes injury-free this fall
11/01/2007
Rakes and Pains
Leave raking injuries behind with these safety tips
11/01/2007
El otoño y los deportes en equipo
Ciertas estrategias pueden ayudar a jóvenes atletas a mantenerse
saludables durante el otoño
11/01/2007
Evite las caídas de escaleras en este otoño
Estas medidas de seguridad lo ayudarán a prevenir lesiones relacionadas con las escaleras
11/01/2007
Use El Rastillo Sin Dolor
Dígale adiós a las lesiones ocasionadas por rastrillos con estas medidas de seguridad
11/01/2007
'Tricks and Tips' So Your Kids Have a Safe Halloween
Keep those little ghosts and goblins injury-free with these timely tips
10/22/2007
'Trucos y Tretas' Para Que Sus Ninos Esten Protegidos Este Dia del las Brujas
Con estos valiosos consejos el peligro se mantedrá alejado de los pequeños fantasmas y duendes
10/22/2007
Sex Plays a Role in Orthopaedics
Review suggests differences in musculoskeletal health
10/17/2007
Whiplash: A Real Pain in the Neck
A look at whiplash-associated disorders, symptoms and prognosis
10/15/2007
A potential leg up for diabetes patients
Recent discoveries may help diabetes patients avoid disease of the lower extremities
10/09/2007
Orthopaedic Knowledge Online (OKO) Wins Prestigious WebAwards
Website for members called a unifying influence in orthopaedics
10/05/2007
Hip Fractures Far Riskier to Women than Breast, Ovarian and Uterine Cancer Combined
Review suggests osteoporosis is under diagnosed especially in women of ethnic and racial minority groups in the United States
10/01/2007
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Launches: Culturally Competent Care Program
Culturally Competent Care is key to improved patient outcomes
09/26/2007
Tennis Anyone?
Some people are just built to develop tennis elbow, study finds
09/25/2007
A+ Recovery When Patients are Educated
Hip surgery patients recover better when given extra information before and after
surgery
09/25/2007
Saving Limbs May Help Save Function & Dollars
More research is needed to help assess limb reconstruction
09/24/2007
Three cheers for injury prevention
Orthopaedic surgeons suggest strategies for avoiding cheerleading injuries
09/18/2007
Tres vítores por la prevención de lesiones
Cirujanos ortopédicos sugieren estrategias para evitar lesiones entre porristas
09/18/2007
Navigating Through: "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome"
New study assesses prevention, symptoms, treatment options and prognosis of
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
09/10/2007
School is around the corner - make sure the shoe fits before wearing it
Orthopaedic surgeons offer advice on choosing the best children’s footwear
08/17/2007
Like riding a bicycle, safety is easy to remember
Orthopaedic surgeons advise cyclists on avoiding injury
08/08/2007
A prenda a protgerse al montar bicicleta
Cirujanos ortopédicos aconsejan a ciclistas para evitar lesiones
08/08/2007
Don't Twist and Shout! Get a handle on sports hernias
Overusing the thigh and lower abdominal muscles can equal herniation in the groin
08/06/2007
Don't let injuries keep your child in the dugout
Caution from parents and coaches can prevent injuries in young baseball players
08/03/2007
Get a jump on injury prevention
Trampoline safety strategies can decrease the number and severity of related injuries
08/03/2007
No permita qua una lesion envie a su hijo al banquillo
Cuidado de padres y entrenadores puede evitar lesiones en jóvenes jugadores de béisbol
08/03/2007
Saltos y piruetas sin lesiones
Estrategias de seguridad en trampolines puede disminuir cantidad y severidad de lesiones
08/03/2007
Be Prepared: WMDs are not just overseas anymore
Orthopaedic surgeons must prepare management and patient care plans before disaster strikes
08/02/2007
Be Prepared: Is your hospital ready to save lives when or if disaster strikes?
Hospital Management Plans must be in place to respond to mass casualty incident disasters
07/26/2007
Muscle Cramps: Don't let them cramp your workout
New report highlighting symptoms and treatments for exercise-associated muscle cramps.
07/23/2007
Protect them bones, them bones, them young bones
New report says Education is Key to reducing sports injuries in young athletes
07/16/2007
Wanted: Health Journalists
Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) Awards Call for Entries is NOW OPEN
07/09/2007
Splishing and Splashing Safely
Orthopaedic surgeons offer safety tips for swimmers
06/28/2007
Ensuring Fireworks are Breathtaking, Not Bone-Shattering
Orthopaedic surgeons provide safety tips for Fourth of July celebrations
06/28/2007
Cómo garantizar que los fuegos artificiales sean impresionantes y no dañinos
Cirujanos ortopédicos dan consejos ante las celebraciones del cuatro de julio
06/28/2007
Diviértase seguro mientras practica natación
Cirujanos ortopédicos aconsejan a nadadores
06/28/2007
Put the Brakes on Breaks This Summer - New Heeley Injury Data Released
Orthopaedic surgeons stress the importance of protective gear and offer safety tips for the popular activity known as 'heeling'.
06/06/2007
Don't Let Your Kids Get Hurt "Heeling"
06/04/2007
Impact of Commercial Funding and Outcomes on Article Publication
First study of peer-reviewed hip and knees articles tested against orthopaedic variables
05/29/2007
What Sets You Off? Implants That Trigger Airport Metal Detectors
Study details most detectable hardware and how patients can avoid delays in screening
05/24/2007
Knees...they Can Last a Lifetime
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) focuses on the importance of healthy knees in a new print PSA
05/23/2007
Don't Let Gravity be your Downfall
New guidelines help seniors stay solidly on their feet and free of injury
05/23/2007
Bone up on Bone Loss
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons focuses on the importance of building strong bones in young people
05/23/2007
Over the River and Through the Woods…
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) team up on new PSA campaign for ATV-riders
05/23/2007
Communication is the Best Medicine
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) focuses on patient-physician communication in new television and print PSAs
05/23/2007
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Announces New PSA Campaign
05/23/2007
Safe at any Age -
Boomers must take extra steps to prevent sports and exercise-related injuries
05/23/2007
Use Care and Caution While Mowing the Lawn
Orthopaedic surgeons provide tips for trimming lawn mower injuries
05/23/2007
CBS News Correspondent and Orthopaedic Surgeon to Testify on War Injuries
Kimberly Dozier and Andrew Pollak, MD, appear before the Senate Defense Subcommittee
05/16/2007
Orthopaedic Surgeons Advocate on Capitol Hill to Ensure Quality Patient Care
05/03/2007
Avoid Spring Cleaning Spills
04/18/2007
N.J. Governor Critically Hurt in Car Crash
Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Data is Conclusive on Use of Seat Belts
04/16/2007
Funding is Vital for Advancements in Musculoskeletal Research
03/28/2007
Thomas C. Barber, MD, Elected to Academy Board of Councilors
03/15/2007
Joseph C. McCarthy, MD, Elected Chair of Academy Board of Specialty Societies
03/15/2007
Entrepreneur elected to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors
02/19/2007
Christopher D. Harner selected for American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors
University of Pittsburgh Physician Dedicated to Diversity and Patient Care
02/19/2007
Alvin H. Crawford, MD Defines Diverse as Joyful and Inclusive
Surgeon travels the globe and teaches at home to inculcate commitment
02/19/2007
Harvard M.D. and MBA elected to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Directors
Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA chosen for “under 45 years old” Board position
02/19/2007
Bridging the Divide between Bench Research and Clinical Applications
Young Research Scientists Integrating Research Findings into Treatment
02/19/2007
AAOS signs agreement with Esurg Corporation to provide supply purchasing program to membership
02/19/2007
Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, Elected Academy Second Vice President
02/16/2007
Allowing Children to Grow while Treating Chest and Spine Deformities
02/16/2007
Need for Orthopaedic Research Funding Fuels Surgeons' Energy for Run
02/16/2007
Adolescent Sports Injuries: Pain Is Not a Gain!
02/16/2007
No More Ugly Shoes!
02/16/2007
There is an Elephant in the Room
02/16/2007
Damage Control Orthopaedics: Patient Stabilization, Early Mobilization
02/16/2007
Women’s Sports Injuries: It’s Not Just the Hormones
02/15/2007
Technology Helps Surgeons Get Near-Perfect Knee Implant Alignment
02/15/2007
James H. Beaty, MD, Elected Academy President
02/15/2007
Changing Lives One "Nail" at a Time
02/15/2007
E. Anthony Rankin, MD, Elected Academy First Vice President
02/15/2007
Hip Replacement Surgery: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
02/15/2007
Training Technique Offers New Hope for Female Athletes
02/15/2007
Orthopaedics and the Athlete: the Pro, the Doc and the Media
02/14/2007
Recent Pain Management Advances Speed Knee Replacement Rehabilitation
02/14/2007
Gene Therapy and Tissue Engineering: Tomorrow is Today
02/14/2007
New Generation of Wounds Unlike Any Other
02/14/2007
Traumatic Decision: to Amputate or Salvage a Limb?
02/14/2007
Rx: Keep on Typing
02/14/2007
Poor Form Causes ‘Little League Elbow’ in Pitchers
02/14/2007
Medicare Patients: Keep an Eye on Your Insurance Coverage
02/14/2007
Music Heals the Soul and Body
02/14/2007
Obesity, Smoking Increase Complications after Spine Surgery
02/14/2007
New Twist in Risks for Major Reconstructive Spine Surgery
02/14/2007
Rich or Poor: Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes Are the Same
02/14/2007
Impact Sports Increase Bone Strength in Senior Athletes
02/14/2007
Orthopaedic Surgeons 'Valentine' to the Children of Chula Vista
02/13/2007
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