August 09, 2017

Back-to-school: Smart tips to ease the load of kids’ backpacks

July 05, 2017

AAOS on Physician-Owned Hospitals

July 05, 2017

Don’t let lower back injuries take you down for the count

ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 5, 2017)—Nearly one in three competitive athletes experiences low back pain. According to a literature review in the July 2017 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, lower (lumbar) back pain is a commonly reported symptom among the general population; however, low back pain among elite athletes who play varsity or professional sports requires additional important considerations. (more)

July 05, 2017

Reducing stress, optimizing coping strategies may diminish need for opioids following ankle surgery

ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 5, 2017)—Helping patients to better manage stress and improve coping strategies related to pain may minimize the need for opioids following ankle fracture surgery, according to new research appearing in the July 2017 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (more)

June 28, 2017

AAOS Applauds the House for Passage of the Protecting Access to Care Act

June 27, 2017

Enjoy fireworks without the injuries

June 22, 2017

Give your back a break this summer

ROSEMONT, Ill.—People are constantly on the move during the warm summer months. It’s a popular time for family vacations, moving to a new home, or catching up on outdoor yard chores.
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June 21, 2017

AAOS to Comment on 2018 Quality Payment Program Proposed Rule

June 05, 2017

Wilford K. Gibson, MD, named chair of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Council on Advocacy

May 31, 2017

What golfing can do for your bone health

ROSEMONT, Ill.— Golfing is a fun and competitive sport for people of all athletic abilities to enjoy. Whether you do it recreationally or competitively, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine (AOSSM) want golfers to stay injury free and take advantage of the health benefits of the sport. (more)

May 08, 2017

Gardening this spring? Here’s what you need to know to avoid pains and strains

Rosemont, Ill. (May 8, 2017) —There are more benefits to gardening than blossoming flowers and fresh produce. It’s also an opportunity to stay active while enjoying the outdoors. (more)

May 02, 2017

Orthopaedic Surgeon Testifies on Care of Lower Extremity Injuries

May 01, 2017

Treatment of pregnant patients with bone and joint injuries complicated, requires team of physicians from multiple disciplines to improve maternal and fetal outcomes

ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 1, 2017)—Nearly one in 1,000 pregnant women in the United States suffer bone and joint injuries due to car crashes, domestic violence, drug or alcohol use, or osteoporosis. According to a literature review in the May 2017 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the stage of a woman’s pregnancy—how her body may have changed during the course of the pregnancy—needs to be factored into the mother and fetus’ orthopaedic trauma care. (more)

April 26, 2017

Orthopaedic Surgeons in DC to Urge Congress to Support Important Legislation

April 26, 2017

The Academy announces 2017 Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) Award winners

April 12, 2017

Surgical team members need emotional intelligence, adaptability to prevent adverse events

With up to 50 percent of adverse events occurring among surgical patients, non-technical skills—emotional intelligence, mindfulness, adaptability and resourcefulness—are critical traits for surgeon health team leaders to prevent adverse events, according to a “viewpoint” article appearing in today’s issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Surgery. (more)

April 10, 2017

AAOS releases new clinical practice guideline for osteoarthritis of the hip

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently released a new clinical practice guideline (CPG) on the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip that strongly recommends the use of pre-surgical treatments to ease pain and improve mobility, including corticosteroid injections, physical therapy and non-narcotic medications. The new guidelines do not recommend the use of hyaluronic acid or glucosamine sulfate to minimize osteoarthritis symptoms, due to a lack of evidence supporting the efficacy of these treatments.  (more)

April 06, 2017

Timely diagnosis and improved treatment strategies for athletic hip injuries lead to faster recovery

A new literature review in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) identifies treatment strategies to get athletes back in the game. (more)

March 27, 2017

New Orthopaedic Knowledge Update (OKU 12) available in print and online editions

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has released the 12^th edition of OKU (Orthopaedic Knowledge Update), the authoritative and indispensable guide on general and specialty orthopaedics that also is a key tool in preparing for Board certification and recertification.
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March 17, 2017

New AAOS public service campaigns tackle opioid misuse, childhood obesity