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View article: High Molecular Weight DNA Extraction of Pomegranate v1
High Molecular Weight DNA Extraction of Pomegranate v1 Open
The purpose of this protocol is to share a modified CTAB DNA extraction method that can be generally applied to all plants, but is especially effective in extracting High Molecular Weight (HMW) DNA from plants with high concentrations of s…
View article: Burnout in National Collegiate Athletic Association Physicians: A Cross-Sectional Study
Burnout in National Collegiate Athletic Association Physicians: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: Burnout has been associated with decreased quality of patient care and results in an estimated cost of roughly $5 billion per year. With a growing awareness of burnout prevalence in high-level athletes, the physicians working w…
View article: Public versus private surgical treatment of common orthopedic injuries in Zambia: A retrospective review
Public versus private surgical treatment of common orthopedic injuries in Zambia: A retrospective review Open
View article: The relationship of passion to sport specialization, injury, and burnout in NCAA Division 1 college athletes
The relationship of passion to sport specialization, injury, and burnout in NCAA Division 1 college athletes Open
Introduction: Passion can be described as a strong inclination toward an activity and has previously been utilized to characterize numerous facets of student-athlete lives. However, the correlation between passion, injury, and burnout has …
View article: Fractures in the Transgender Population: A Retrospective Study
Fractures in the Transgender Population: A Retrospective Study Open
Introduction. While data on the bone health of transgender individuals exist, less is known about related fractures. The authors aimed to compare the anatomic locations of and impact of co-morbidities on fractures between transgender and c…
View article: Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Measurements of Hamstring Tendons’ Cross-Sectional Area May Be Used to Predict the 5-Stranded Graft Diameter in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Measurements of Hamstring Tendons’ Cross-Sectional Area May Be Used to Predict the 5-Stranded Graft Diameter in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Open
View article: Tranexamic Acid in Foot and Ankle Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Tranexamic Acid in Foot and Ankle Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Introduction. Tranexamic acid (TXA) use has become common in orthopedic surgeries. Despite the growing number of publications related to its use, no recent systematic reviews have been published examining TXA use in foot and ankle surgery.…
View article: Benefits of a Postoperative Hip Orthosis After Routine Arthroscopy of the Hip: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Benefits of a Postoperative Hip Orthosis After Routine Arthroscopy of the Hip: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Background: No consensus currently exists among orthopaedic surgeons regarding the benefits of hip orthosis after routine hip arthroscopy. Purpose: To compare patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and reoperation rates between patients…
View article: Effect of sacroiliac fusion on gait, standing balance, and pelvic mobility for unilateral sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Effect of sacroiliac fusion on gait, standing balance, and pelvic mobility for unilateral sacroiliac joint dysfunction Open
Unilateral SIF resulted in significant improvements in both gait and balance function among SIJD patients to levels comparable to matched controls, however elevated pelvic motion remained. These findings help inform surgeons on the effecti…
View article: Poster 357: Tranexamic Acid in Foot and Ankle Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Poster 357: Tranexamic Acid in Foot and Ankle Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Objectives: Tranexamic acid (TXA) use has become common in Orthopedic surgeries. Despite the growing number of publications related to its use, no recent systematic reviews have been published examining TXA use in foot and ankle surgery. T…
View article: Paper 14: Is the Use of a Postoperative Hip Orthosis Beneficial Following Routine Arthroscopy of the Hip? A Retrospective Cohort Study
Paper 14: Is the Use of a Postoperative Hip Orthosis Beneficial Following Routine Arthroscopy of the Hip? A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Objectives: Treatment of intra- and extra-articular pathologies of the hip via arthroscopy continues to gain popularity. To date, the impact of routinely bracing patients postoperatively on patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) and re-…
View article: Lumbar Decompression and Interbody Fusion Improves Gait Performance, Pain, and Psychosocial Factors of Patients With Degenerative Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar Decompression and Interbody Fusion Improves Gait Performance, Pain, and Psychosocial Factors of Patients With Degenerative Lumbar Spondylolisthesis Open
Study Design: Prospective cohort study. Objective: Evaluate changes in gait, pain, and psychosocial factors among degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis (DLS) patients before and 3 months after surgical intervention. Methods: Forty-four sym…
View article: Initial Response of Mature, Experienced Runners to Barefoot Running: Transition to Forefoot Strike
Initial Response of Mature, Experienced Runners to Barefoot Running: Transition to Forefoot Strike Open
Introduction
Forefoot strike has been advocated for many runnersbecause of the relatively lower impact and push-off forces comparedto a heel strike. The purpose of this study was to explore the abilityof mature (> 30 years old), experienc…
View article: Effect of Ultrasound Frequency and Treatment Duration on Antibiotic Elution from Polymethylmethacrylate Bone Cement
Effect of Ultrasound Frequency and Treatment Duration on Antibiotic Elution from Polymethylmethacrylate Bone Cement Open
Introduction. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect ofultrasound frequency and treatment duration on antibiotic-impregnatedpolymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) antibiotic elution rates andmechanical strength.Methods.xTwo batches …
View article: Combination of modified mixing technique and low frequency ultrasound to control the elution profile of vancomycin-loaded acrylic bone cement
Combination of modified mixing technique and low frequency ultrasound to control the elution profile of vancomycin-loaded acrylic bone cement Open
Objectives The objective of this study was to determine if combining variations in mixing technique of antibiotic-impregnated polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) cement with low frequency ultrasound (LFUS) improves antibiotic elution during the …
View article: Strength of Dynamic Stabilizers of the Elbow in Professional Baseball Pitchers Decreases during Baseball Season
Strength of Dynamic Stabilizers of the Elbow in Professional Baseball Pitchers Decreases during Baseball Season Open
Objectives: Injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) are one of the most common and severe incurred by pitchers. Baseball pitchers of all ages and levels have seen an increase in the diagnosis of these injuries. Tears of the UCL are…