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Let AAOS be your source for bone and joint health information! Whether you are looking for clinical news, story ideas, spokespeople or statistics, our News Room will be a frequently updated destination for media, members and patients.
Just as the goal of AAOS members’ is to keep this nation in motion; it is the goal of the AAOS PR department to support the flow of accurate information about musculoskeletal health to your audiences. We look forward to working with you to do just that. Contact us and let us know how we can help.
Let AAOS be your source for bone and joint health information! Whether you are looking for clinical news, story ideas, spokespeople or statistics, our News Room will be a frequently updated destination for media, members and patients.
Just as the goal of AAOS members’ is to keep this nation in motion; it is the goal of the AAOS PR department to support the flow of accurate information about musculoskeletal health to your audiences. We look forward to working with you to do just that. Contact us and let us know how we can help.
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December 12, 2017
AAOS approves diagnostic and treatment criteria for osteoarthritis of the hipROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 12, 2017)—The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Board of Directors approved new Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) for Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip. (more) |
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November 16, 2017
AAOS launches redesigned OrthoInfo.orgOrthoInfo.org—the authoritative, trusted consumer website on bone and joint health—has a new design that is easier to navigate, access and view, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) announced today. OrthoInfo, which receives approximately 42 million page visits each year, provides more than 525 consumer articles, videos and interactive learning modules on symptoms, causes and treatment options for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions. The website offers new illustrations and multi-media resources, is more optimally organized—by body part and popular topics—and the responsive mobile design makes viewing on a phone or table more convenient than ever. (more) |
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October 26, 2017
Avoid spooky injuries this HalloweenROSEMONT, Ill. (October 26, 2017)—For many Americans, it’s tradition to embrace spooky occurrences during Halloween. But never should these activities result in injuries. (more) |
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October 17, 2017
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) to launch family of orthopaedic registriesThe American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) today announced plans to create a national family of clinical data registries for a broad range of orthopaedic conditions and procedures. (more) |
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September 05, 2017
September is Pain Awareness Month: Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips for safely managing pain, disposing of prescription pain medications and minimizing opioid useROSEMONT, Ill. —September is Pain Awareness Month, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is offering comprehensive tips for safe and effective pain relief, and safe disposal of prescription pain medications, to help minimize opioid use and misuse.(more) |
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August 28, 2017
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons names Dino Damalas chief operating officer; Paul Haisman, chief information officerThe American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has appointed two new executive staff members: Dino Damalas to the position of chief operating officer; and Paul Haisman to chief information officer, technology and data services. (more) |
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August 14, 2017
What’s the secret to beating bone and joint health injuries? Get to the right treatment or medical teamROSEMONT, Ill. (Aug. 14, 2017)—Orthopaedic surgeons are medical doctors with extensive training in the diagnosis as well as surgical and nonsurgical treatment of injuries to the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedists can help prevent injuries; put people back together; provide patients with in-home exercises and ergonomically proper reconditioning programs; or pair patients with rehabilitation professionals for nonsurgical or post-surgical rehabilitation therapies. According to a new literature review published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, therapeutic modalities—or physical therapy—can be a useful addition to exercise or to manipulative therapy to help improve bone-and-joint–based function affected by pain and/or injury. (more) |
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June 22, 2017
Give your back a break this summerROSEMONT, 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.(more) |
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May 31, 2017
What golfing can do for your bone healthROSEMONT, 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) |
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May 08, 2017
Gardening this spring? Here’s what you need to know to avoid pains and strainsRosemont, 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) |
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April 12, 2017
Surgical team members need emotional intelligence, adaptability to prevent adverse eventsWith 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) |
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April 10, 2017
AAOS releases new clinical practice guideline for osteoarthritis of the hipThe 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) |
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April 06, 2017
Timely diagnosis and improved treatment strategies for athletic hip injuries lead to faster recoveryA 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) |
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March 27, 2017
New Orthopaedic Knowledge Update (OKU 12) available in print and online editionsThe American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has released the 12th 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.(more) |