abstract：BACKGROUND:Recently an RCT confirmed brace efficacy in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) patients. Previously, a Cochrane review suggested also producing studies according to the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) criteria on the effectiveness of bracing for AIS. Even if the SRS criteria propose a prospective design,...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Negrini S,Donzelli S,Lusini M,Minnella S,Zaina F

更新日期：2014-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Due to the advantages of its bone-conserving nature, hip resurface arthroplasty (HRA) has recently gained the interest of orthopedic surgeons for the treatment of young and active patients who have osteonerosis of the femoral head. However, in long-term follow-up studies after HRA, narrowing of the femoral n...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Tai CL,Chen YC,Hsieh PH

更新日期：2014-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Percutaneous vertebroplasy (PVP) might lead to significant radiation exposure to patients, operators, and operating room personnel. Therefore, radiaton exposure is a concern. The aim of this study was to present a remote control cement delivery device and study whether it can reduce dose exposue to operators...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Zhang GQ,Gao YZ,Chen SL,Ding S,Gao K

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to present functional results and patient's health related quality of life (HRQOL) data ten years after volar locked plate fixation (VPF) of unstable intra-articular distal radial fractures (DRF). METHODS:Thirty-nine patients with a mean age of sixty-one years were operatively treated with ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Ruckenstuhl P,Bernhardt GA,Sadoghi P,Glehr M,Holzer LA,Leithner A,Wolf M,Gruber G

更新日期：2014-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical activity (PA) plays an important role in the prevention and management of a number of chronic conditions. AIM:to investigate the evidence for effectiveness of pedometer-driven walking programs to promote physical activity among patients with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). METHOD:A comprehensive...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Mansi S,Milosavljevic S,Baxter GD,Tumilty S,Hendrick P

更新日期：2014-07-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To address both the growing burden of joint disease and the gaps in medical access in developing nations, medical relief organizations have begun to launch programs to perform total joint replacement (TJR) on resident populations in developing countries. One outcome of TJR of particular interest is physical ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Elman SA,Dong Y,Stenquist DS,Ghazinouri R,Alcantara L,Collins JE,Beagan C,Thornhill TS,Katz JN

更新日期：2014-06-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When conducting large scale epidemiologic studies, it is a challenge to obtain quantitative exposure estimates, which do not rely on self-report where estimates may be influenced by symptoms and knowledge of disease status. In this study we developed a job exposure matrix (JEM) for use in population studies ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Rubak TS,Svendsen SW,Andersen JH,Haahr JP,Kryger A,Jensen LD,Frost P

更新日期：2014-06-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Individuals with diabetes have been found previously to be at increased risk of non-traumatic fracture. However, it is unclear if these individuals are being identified and treated for osteoporosis. METHODS:7753 Canadians over 50 years of age were followed prospectively for 10 years. 606/7753 (7.8%) of had ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Fraser LA,Papaioannou A,Adachi JD,Ma J,Thabane L,CaMos Research Group.

更新日期：2014-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many people suffer from complaints of the arm, neck or shoulder (CANS). CANS causes significant work problems, including absenteeism (sickness absence), presenteeism (decreased work productivity) and, ultimately, job loss. There is a need for intervention programs for people suffering from CANS. Management o...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Hutting N,Heerkens YF,Engels JA,Staal JB,Nijhuis-van der Sanden MW

更新日期：2014-04-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:More than seven out of 10 Dutch construction workers describe their work as physically demanding. Ergonomic measures can be used to reduce these physically demanding work tasks. To increase the use of ergonomic measures, employers and workers have to get used to other working methods and to maintaining them....

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Visser S,van der Molen HF,Sluiter JK,Frings-Dresen MH

更新日期：2014-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We have previously observed, in studies on an experimental overuse model, that the tachykinin system may be involved in the processes of muscle inflammation (myositis) and other muscle tissue alterations. To further evaluate the significance of tachykinins in these processes, we have used inhibitors of neutr...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Song Y,Stål PS,Yu JG,Lorentzon R,Backman C,Forsgren S

更新日期：2014-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence and consequences of musculoskeletal pain is considerable among healthcare workers, allegedly due to high physical work demands of healthcare work. Previous investigations have shown promising results of physical exercise for relieving pain among different occupational groups, but the question ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Jakobsen MD,Sundstrup E,Brandt M,Kristensen AZ,Jay K,Stelter R,Lavendt E,Aagaard P,Andersen LL

更新日期：2014-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Valid measures of physical activity are critical research tools. The objective of this study was to develop a Spanish translation of the Yale Physical Activity Survey, and to provide preliminary evidence of its validity in a population of Dominican patients with lower extremity arthritis. METHODS:A Dominica...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Katz JN,Perez MT,Niu NN,Dong Y,Brownlee SA,Elman SA,Stenquist DS,Santiago A,Sanchez ES,Collins JE

更新日期：2014-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deficiency in upper limb development is a sequel of the perinatal brachial plexus palsy. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of brachial plexus birth lesion on upper limb development. METHODS:Forty-four patients with unilateral obstetric brachial plexus palsy underwent measurements of both ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Gosk J,Wnukiewicz W,Urban M

更新日期：2014-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Porous biphasic calcium phosphate (BCP) ceramics exhibit good biocompatibility and bone conduction but are not inherently osteoinductive. To overcome this disadvantage, we coated conventional porous BCP ceramics with nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA). nHA was chosen as a coating material due to its high osteoinducti...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Hu J,Zhou Y,Huang L,Liu J,Lu H

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal infections remain a challenge for clinicians because of their variable presentation and complicated course. Common management approaches include conservative administration of antibiotics or aggressive surgical debridement. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of percutaneous endosco...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Yang SC,Fu TS,Chen HS,Kao YH,Yu SW,Tu YK

更新日期：2014-03-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fractures of the distal radius are common and account for an estimated 17% of all fractures diagnosed. Two-thirds of these fractures are displaced and require reduction. Although distal radius fractures, especially extra-articular fractures, are considered to be relatively harmless, inadequate treatment may ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Walenkamp MM,Goslings JC,Beumer A,Haverlag R,Leenhouts PA,Verleisdonk EJ,Liem RS,Sintenie JB,Bronkhorst MW,Winkelhagen J,Schep NW

更新日期：2014-03-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is predominant in young male athletes, but not much is known about gait differences in cases of increased hip alpha angles. In our study, the hip alpha angle of Nötzli of soccer players was quantified on the basis of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with axial oblique seque...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Lahner M,von Schulze Pellengahr C,Walter PA,Lukas C,Falarzik A,Daniilidis K,von Engelhardt LV,Abraham C,Hennig EM,Hagen M

更新日期：2014-03-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient-rated outcome measures (PROMs) are an important part of clinical decision-making in rehabilitation of patients with shoulder pain. The Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire was designed to measure physical disability and symptoms in patients with musculoskeletal disorders of the...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Haldorsen B,Svege I,Roe Y,Bergland A

更新日期：2014-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several authors reported encouraging results of total hip arthroplasty (THA) for Crowe IV hips performed using shortening osteotomy. However, few papers have documanted the results of THA for Crowe IV hips without shortening osteotomy. The aim of the present study was to assess the long term-results of cemen...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Kawai T,Tanaka C,Kanoe H

更新日期：2014-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to compare the outcome, complications and survival of the commonly used surgical reconstructions of the proximal humerus after intrarticular tumour resection in our hospital. METHODS:Between 1998 and 2010, 41 consecutive proximal humeral reconstructions using prosthesis (group ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Liu T,Zhang Q,Guo X,Zhang X,Li Z,Li X

更新日期：2014-03-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:People with osteoarthritis (OA) frequently report that their joint pain is influenced by weather conditions. This study aimed to examine whether there are differences in perceived joint pain between older people with OA who reported to be weather-sensitive versus those who did not in six European countries w...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Timmermans EJ,van der Pas S,Schaap LA,Sánchez-Martínez M,Zambon S,Peter R,Pedersen NL,Dennison EM,Denkinger M,Castell MV,Siviero P,Herbolsheimer F,Edwards MH,Otero A,Deeg DJ

更新日期：2014-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with traumatic knee complaints regularly consult their general practitioner (GP). MRI might be a valuable diagnostic tool to assist GPs in making appropriate treatment decisions and reducing costs. Therefore, this study will assess the cost-effectiveness of referral to MRI by GPs compared with usual...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Swart NM,van Oudenaarde KK,Algra PR,Bindels PJ,van den Hout WB,Koes BW,Nelissen RG,Verhaar JA,Bloem HJ,Bierma-Zeinstra SM,Reijnierse MM,Luijsterburg PA

更新日期：2014-03-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The health belief model (HBM) is the most commonly used conceptual framework for evaluating osteoporosis health belief and behaviors. The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a health belief model based questionnaire for exercise behavior for preventing osteoporosi...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Soleymanian A,Niknami S,Hajizadeh E,Shojaeizadeh D,Montazeri A

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hyperbaric oxygenation was shown to increase bone healing in a rabbit model. However, little is known about the regulatory factors and molecular mechanism involved.We hypothesized that the effect of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) on bone formation is mediated via increases in the osteogenic differentiation of mesen...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Lin SS,Ueng SW,Niu CC,Yuan LJ,Yang CY,Chen WJ,Lee MS,Chen JK

更新日期：2014-02-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rotational acetabular osteotomy (RAO), Chiari osteotomy and shelf procedure are important treatments to delay the progression of osteoarthritis in developmental dysplasia of hip (DDH) patients, but their biomechanical differences are still unknown. This study was to evaluate the different biomechanical chang...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Fu M,Xiang S,Zhang Z,Huang G,Liu J,Duan X,Yang Z,Wu P,Liao W

更新日期：2014-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of hyperkyphosis is increased in older men; however, risk factors other than age and vertebral fractures are not well established. We previously reported that poor paraspinal muscle composition contributes to more severe kyphosis in a cohort of both older men and women. METHODS:To specificall...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Katzman WB,Miller-Martinez D,Marshall LM,Lane NE,Kado DM

更新日期：2014-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Our preliminary retrospective study assessed outcomes after the use of Ni-Ti arched shape-memory connector (ASC) combined with partially threaded cancellous screws (PTCS) to repair coronal plane supracondylar-condylar femoral fractures. METHODS:Twenty-one patients (16 men and 5 women) with a mean age of 34....

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Zhang Y,Zhao X,Tang Y,Zhang C,Xu S,Xie Y

更新日期：2013-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Shoulder disorders are common problems in primary health care. The course of disease of patients consulting for a new episode of a shoulder problem has been thought to be benign. In this prospective cohort study, we assessed the one-year consumption of medical resources and clinical outcome of shoulder disor...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Paloneva J,Koskela S,Kautiainen H,Vanhala M,Kiviranta I

更新日期：2013-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Associations of socioeconomic status (SES) with the prevalence of various forms of arthritis are well documented. Increasing evidence suggests that SES during childhood is a lasting determinant of health, but its association with the onset of arthritis remains unclear. METHODS:Cross-sectional data on 1276 p...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Baldassari AR,Cleveland RJ,Callahan LF

更新日期：2013-11-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Conversion of a knee arthrodesis to a Total Knee Arthroplasty is an uncommon procedure. Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty in this setting presents the surgeon with a number of challenges including the management of the extensor mechanism and patella. CASE PRESENTATION:We describe a unique case of a 69 years ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Manzotti A,Aldè S,Pullen C,Cerveri P,Confalonieri N

更新日期：2013-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic neck pain after whiplash associated disorders (WAD) may lead to reduced displacement and peak velocity of neck movements. Dynamic neck movements in people with chronic WAD are also reported to display altered movement patterns such as increased irregularity, which is suggested to signify impaired mot...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Vikne H,Bakke ES,Liestøl K,Engen SR,Vøllestad N

更新日期：2013-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Standard plate fixation can be used to treat intraarticular olecranon fractures with satisfactory functional recovery, but its use is accompanied by implant related complications. This retrospective study reports on the functional outcome of intraarticular olecranon fractures treated with a central tension p...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Chen W,Zhang Q,Hou Z,Zhang Y

更新日期：2013-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Optimal postoperative pain management is important to ensure patient comfort and early mobilization. METHODS:In this double-blind, placebo- and active-controlled, randomized clinical trial, we evaluated postoperative pain following knee replacement in patients receiving placebo, etoricoxib (90 or 120 mg), o...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Rawal N,Viscusi E,Peloso PM,Minkowitz HS,Chen L,Shah S,Mehta A,Chitkara DK,Curtis SP,Papanicolaou DA

更新日期：2013-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hip fractures constitute an economic burden on healthcare resources. Most persons with a hip fracture undergo surgery. As morbidity and mortality rates are high, perioperative care leaves room for improvement. Improvement can be achieved if it is organized in comprehensive care pathways, but the effectivenes...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Flikweert ER,Izaks GJ,Reininga IH,Wendt KW,Stevens M

更新日期：2013-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The mediopatellar plica is a synovial fold representing an embryonic remnant from the developmental process of the synovial cavity formation in the knee. We aimed to examine the frequency of MRI-detected mediopatellar plica and its cross-sectional association with MRI-detected cartilage damage and bone marro...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Hayashi D,Xu L,Guermazi A,Kwoh CK,Hannon MJ,Jarraya M,Green SM,Jakicic JM,Moore CE,Roemer FW

更新日期：2013-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes mellitus is associated with tendinopathy or tendon injuries. However, the mechanism underlying diabetic tendinopathy is unclear. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of high glucose concentrations on the activity and expression of matrix metalloproteinases, type I collagen, and type ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Tsai WC,Liang FC,Cheng JW,Lin LP,Chang SC,Chen HH,Pang JH

更新日期：2013-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To explore whether risk factors for neurophysiologically confirmed carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) differ from those for sensory symptoms with normal median nerve conduction, and to test the validity and practical utility of a proposed definition for impaired median nerve conduction, we carried out a case-contr...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Coggon D,Ntani G,Harris EC,Linaker C,Van der Star R,Cooper C,Palmer KT

更新日期：2013-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a growing tendency for complex proximal humerus fractures (PHF) in osteoporotic patients to be treated with reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA). It has been proposed that RSA has more benefits than other treatment options. The aim of our study was to investigate preoperative characteristics as well ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Mattiassich G,Marcovici LL,Krifter RM,Ortmaier R,Wegerer P,Kroepfl A

更新日期：2013-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Muscle morphology, age and gender may be determinants of muscle strength in older adults. However, very few research studies have directly examined such correlation in the ageing spine. The aim of the study was to examine the correlation between lumbar extensor muscle strength, its muscle fibre angles, thora...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Singh DK,Bailey M,Lee R

更新日期：2013-07-22 00:00:00