abstract：BACKGROUND:There is limited longitudinal data available on the natural history of meniscal tears especially in middle-aged adults with a low prevalence of osteoarthritis (OA). The aim of this study was to describe the natural history of meniscal tears over 8 years and the relationship with change in knee pain and struc...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Khan HI,Aitken D,Ding C,Blizzard L,Pelletier JP,Martel-Pelletier J,Cicuttini F,Jones G

更新日期：2016-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The NKSS has recently been translated into Dutch version. The reliability and validity were also assessed. However, there is no Simplified Chinese version of New Society Knee Scoring System (SC-NKSS) for Chinese population. METHODS:The SC-NKSS was translated from the original English version following inter...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Liu D,He X,Zheng W,Zhang Y,Li D,Wang W,Li J,Xu W

更新日期：2015-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anti-inflammatory nanoparticular compounds could represent a strategy to diminish osteoarthritis (OA) progression. The present study was undertaken to prove the uptake of nanoparticular dendritic polyglycerol sulfates (dPGS) by rat-derived articular chondrocytes and to answer the question of whether dPGS cou...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Schneider T,Welker P,Licha K,Haag R,Schulze-Tanzil G

更新日期：2015-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aim of this prospective study was to evaluate mid-term clinical and radiographic outcomes in total hip arthroplasty using an acetabular cup made of an innovative biomaterial, Trabecular Titanium™, whose highly porous structure and mechanical properties have been designed to mimic those of the natural bone, t...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Perticarini L,Zanon G,Rossi SM,Benazzo FM

更新日期：2015-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:All diabetic neuroosteoarthropathy (Charcot arthropathy) treatment concepts are focused on a long-term infection-free, ulcer-free, and plantigrade sufficiently stable foot in order to avoid amputation. Reconstructive arthrodesis techniques for severe deformities are associated with high postoperative complic...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Eschler A,Gradl G,Wussow A,Mittlmeier T

更新日期：2015-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In cerebral palsy (CP) there is an increased risk of scoliosis. It is important to identify a progressive scoliosis early-on because the results of surgery depend on the magnitude of the curve. The Swedish follow-up program for cerebral palsy (CPUP) includes clinical examinations of the spine. The reliabilit...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Persson-Bunke M,Czuba T,Hägglund G,Rodby-Bousquet E

更新日期：2015-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Exercise programmes have shown to be important for the prevention of fractures in patients with established osteoporosis. However, few studies have evaluated the effect of such programmes for women with low bone mineral density (BMD) (osteoporosis or osteopenia) who have already suffered a fracture. Studies ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Hakestad KA,Torstveit MK,Nordsletten L,Risberg MA

更新日期：2015-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The m. quadriceps femoris is the strongest muscle in the human body and plays an important role in sports, activities of daily living and independence. Two older studies showed increased electromyographic (EMG) activity of the quadriceps when the dorsal extensors of the foot were pre-activated. The aim was t...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Angst F,Kaufmann M,Benz T,Nehrer S,Aeschlimann A,Lehmann S

更新日期：2015-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The 9th edition of the American College of Chest Physicians' Antithrombotic Therapy and Prevention of Thrombosis guidelines emphasize the importance of considering the risk-benefit ratio of "patient-important" outcomes. However, little is known about patients' perception and understanding regarding the diffe...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Najafzadeh M,Kim SC,Patterson C,Schneeweiss S,Katz JN,Brick GW,Ready JE,Polinski JM,Patorno E

更新日期：2015-10-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The responses of immunological factors to different subtypes of Kawasaki disease (KD) remain poorly understood. METHODS:We recruited 388 patients with KD, 160 patients with infectious febrile disease and 85 normal children who served as control subjects. Both the levels and percentages of T lymphocyte subse...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Ding Y,Li G,Xiong LJ,Yin W,Liu J,Liu F,Wang RG,Xia K,Zhang SL,Zhao L

更新日期：2015-10-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a complication after tissue trauma, fracture and surgery (i.e. total hip arthroplasty). Prophylaxis is the most effective therapy. If HO formations become symptomatic and limit patients' quality of life, revision surgery is indicated and is usually combined with a perioperati...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Winkler S,Wagner F,Weber M,Matussek J,Craiovan B,Heers G,Springorum HR,Grifka J,Renkawitz T

更新日期：2015-10-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to clarify the association of quadriceps muscle strength with knee pain using a large-scale, population-based cohort of the Research on Osteoarthritis/osteoporosis Against Disability (ROAD) study. METHODS:From the 2566 subjects at the third visit of the ROAD study, the presen...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Muraki S,Akune T,Teraguchi M,Kagotani R,Asai Y,Yoshida M,Tokimura F,Tanaka S,Oka H,Kawaguchi H,Nakamura K,Yoshimura N

更新日期：2015-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is believed that phosphocitrate (PC) exerts its disease-modifying effects on osteoarthritis (OA) by inhibiting the formation of crystals. However, recent findings suggest that PC exerts its disease-modifying effect, at least in part, through a crystal-independent action. This study sought to examine the d...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Sun Y,Haines N,Roberts A,Ruffolo M,Mauerhan DR,Mihalko KL,Ingram J,Cox M,Hanley EN Jr

更新日期：2015-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The coracoacromial ligament (CAL) is an important restraint to superior shoulder translation. CAL release with the Latarjet procedure leads to increased superior humeral translation. Therefore, a surgical technique was developed to reconstruct the CAL during a modified Latarjet procedure. METHODS:Between Ma...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Aurich M,Hofmann GO,Gras F

更新日期：2015-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Whiplash injury is the most common traffic-related injury affecting thousands of people every year. Conservative treatments have not proven effective in preventing persistent symptoms and disability after whiplash injury. Early established maladaptive pain behaviours within the first weeks after the injury m...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Andersen TE,Ravn SL,Roessler KK

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goal of this present study was to precisely determine the dimension and location of the impaction fracture on the lateral femoral condyle in patients with an ACL rupture. METHODS:All patients with post-injury bi-plane radiographs and MRI images after sustaining a tear to the anterior cruciate ligament w...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Hoffelner T,Pichler I,Moroder P,Osti M,Hudelmaier M,Wirth W,Resch H,Auffarth A

更新日期：2015-08-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Minimal invasive surgery (MIS) has gained growing popularity in total hip arthroplasty (THA) but concerns exist regarding component malpositioning. The aim of the present study was to evaluate femoral and acetabular component positioning in primary cementless THA comparing a lateral to a MIS anterolateral ap...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Innmann MM,Streit MR,Kolb J,Heiland J,Parsch D,Aldinger PR,Königshausen M,Gotterbarm T,Merle C

更新日期：2015-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigated the efficacy of annular ligament reconstruction by suture anchor in the treatment of radial head dislocation (RHD) in children. METHOD:A total of 20 RHD children nderwent annular ligament reconstruction surgery using suture anchor. Preoperative and postoperative elbow functions were evaluate...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Wang J,Jiang LD,He AY,Wang DR,Zhu J,Duan RS,Tao C

更新日期：2015-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The advent of anti-tumor necrosis factor-α (TNFα) drugs has changed the course of ankylosing spondylitis (AS). While data are available concerning the long term effectiveness of single anti-TNF agents, little has been published about predictors of treatment response in AS. The aim of this retrospective study...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Lorenzin M,Ortolan A,Frallonardo P,Oliviero F,Punzi L,Ramonda R

更新日期：2015-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glenohumeral instability is a common problem following traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation. Two major risk factors of recurrent instability are glenoid and Hill-Sachs bone loss. Higher failure rates of arthroscopic Bankart repairs are associated with larger degrees of bone loss; therefore it is important...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Saliken DJ,Bornes TD,Bouliane MJ,Sheps DM,Beaupre LA

更新日期：2015-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) typically involves conventional lower-viscosity cement injection via bipedicular approach. Limited evidence is available comparing the clinical outcomes and complications in treating osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) with PVP using high-viscosity cement th...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Zhang L,Liu Z,Wang J,Feng X,Yang J,Tao Y,Zhang S

更新日期：2015-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gait analysis is increasingly being used to characterise dysfunction of the lower limb and foot in people with inflammatory arthritis (IA). The aim of the systematic review was to evaluate the spatiotemporal, foot and ankle kinematic, kinetic, peak plantar pressure and muscle activity parameters between pati...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Carroll M,Parmar P,Dalbeth N,Boocock M,Rome K

更新日期：2015-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Extended Forsteo Observational Study (ExFOS) is a multinational, non-interventional, prospective, observational study that aims to provide real-life data on patients with osteoporosis treated with teriparatide for up to 24 months. It includes the new indications of osteoporosis in men and glucocorticoid-...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Aloumanis K,Kapetanos G,Bartzis N,Drossinos V,Hellenic ExFOS study group.

更新日期：2015-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radial head fractures are commonly interpreted as isolated injuries, and it is assumed that the energy transferred during trauma has its influence on the risk on associated ipsilateral upper limb injuries. However, relationships between Mason classification, mechanism of injury, and associated injuries have ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Kodde IF,Kaas L,van Es N,Mulder PG,van Dijk CN,Eygendaal D

更新日期：2015-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP) is a major health problem. Identification of subgroups and appropriate treatment regimen was proposed as a key priority by the Cochrane Back Review Group. We developed a multimodal treatment (MMT) for patients with moderate to severe disability and medium risk of p...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Wälti P,Kool J,Luomajoki H

更新日期：2015-04-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigated whether Body Mass Index (BMI) at 11 years old has a direct effect on bone mass at age 18 operating through alterations to bone growth and development, or whether the association is mediated by concurrent BMI, fat mass (FM), and fat free mass (FFM). METHODS:Path analysis was used to explore t...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Muniz LC,Menezes AM,Assunção MC,Martínez-Mesa J,Wehrmeister FC,Howe LD,Hallal PC,Gonçalves H,Barros FC

更新日期：2015-03-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years, the scientific discussion has focused on new strategies to enable a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) to heal into mechanically stable scar tissue. Dynamic intraligamentary stabilization (DIS) was first performed in a pilot study of 10 patients. The purpose of the current study was to ev...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Henle P,Röder C,Perler G,Heitkemper S,Eggli S

更新日期：2015-02-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) of total joint arthroplasty (TJA) have been examined by many studies. A comprehensive systematic review of recent findings of high evidence level in this topic is needed. METHODS:We conducted a PubMed search for papers published between 2003 and 2013 that provid...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Zhang ZH,Shen B,Yang J,Zhou ZK,Kang PD,Pei FX

更新日期：2015-02-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Caffeine is an active alkaloid that can cause damage to bones in formation during prenatal life into adulthood. This compound can pass across the placenta and into the mother's milk, causing a reduction in bone formation, growth and mass. The objective of this study was to examine the osteogenic potential of...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Reis AM,Ribeiro LG,Ocarino Nde M,Goes AM,Serakides R

更新日期：2015-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Compression of the tissue beneath tourniquets used in limb surgery is associated with varying degrees of soft tissue damage. The interaction between fluids and applied pressure seems to play an important role in the appearance of skin lesions. The extent of the transfer of force between the tourniquet and th...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Roth KE,Mandryka B,Maier GS,Maus U,Berres M,Rompe JD,Bodem F

更新日期：2015-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To examine whether function and pain outcomes of patients undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) are changing over time. METHODS:The Mayo Clinic Total Joint Registry provided data for time-trends in preoperative and 2-year post-operative activity limitation and pain in primary TKA patients from 19...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Singh JA,Lewallen DG

更新日期：2014-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prosthesis of contemporary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has been modified to provide a more familiar environment for higher flexion angle of the replaced knee. The design modifications continue based on evidence reported in the literature. However, whether these modifications of the prosthesis design le...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Seo JG,Moon YW,Chang MJ,Jo BC,Park YB,Lim DS,Lee BH

更新日期：2014-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Movement control impairment reduces active control of movement. Patients with this might form an important subgroup among patients with mechanical cervical pain. Diagnosis is based on the observation of active movement tests. Although widely used clinically, few studies have been performed to determine the r...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Patroncini M,Hannig S,Meichtry A,Luomajoki H

更新日期：2014-11-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Osteoporosis, a disease characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD), is an important health problem in Mexico. BMD is a highly heritable trait, with heritability estimates of 50-85%. Several candidate genes have been evaluated to identify those involved in BMD variation and the etiology of osteoporosis. ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Velázquez-Cruz R,Jiménez-Ortega RF,Parra-Torres AY,Castillejos-López M,Patiño N,Quiterio M,Villarreal-Molina T,Salmerón J

更新日期：2014-11-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The treat-to-target (T2T) approach to the care of patients with rheumatoid arthritis involves using validated metrics to measure disease activity, frequent follow-up visits for patients with moderate to high disease activity, and escalation of therapy when patients have inadequate therapeutic response as ass...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Harrold LR,Reed GW,Harrington JT,Barr CJ,Saunders KC,Gibofsky A,Greenberg JD,John A,Devenport J,Kremer JM

更新日期：2014-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Until recently, non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) in adolescents was considered a rare phenomenon unlike in adults. The last two decades has shown an increasing amount of research highlighting the prevalence in this age group. Recent studies estimate lifetime prevalence at 7%-80%, point prevalence at 10%-15...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Chiwaridzo M,Naidoo N

更新日期：2014-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) are two commonly used measures of inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). As current RA treatment guidelines strongly emphasize early and aggressive treatment aiming at fast remission, optimal measurement of inflammation becomes increas...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Siemons L,Ten Klooster PM,Vonkeman HE,van Riel PL,Glas CA,van de Laar MA

更新日期：2014-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recently, biological therapies for early intervention of degenerative disc disease have been introduced and developed; however, a functional animal model that mimics slowly progressive disc degeneration of humans does not exist. The objective of this study was to establish a slowly progressive and reproducib...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Wei F,Zhong R,Zhou Z,Wang L,Pan X,Cui S,Zou X,Gao M,Sun H,Chen W,Liu S

更新日期：2014-10-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Understanding the pattern of recovery and expected rate of change after shoulder arthroplasty is helpful to clinicians and patients for setting realistic expectations and goals. The purpose of this study was to describe the pattern of recovery over a 2-year period for patients receiving either a Total Should...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Razmjou H,Stratford P,Kennedy D,Holtby R

更新日期：2014-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the present study was to evaluate the accuracy of two approaches using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or combined ultrasonography (US) and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody (ACPA) for diagnosis and classification of individuals with established rheumatoid arthritis (RA). METHODS:In 53 ...

journal_title：BMC musculoskeletal disorders

authors： Pedersen JK,Lorenzen T,Ejbjerg B,Szkudlarek M,Voss A,Østergaard M,Svendsen AJ,Andersen LS,Hørslev-Petersen K

更新日期：2014-08-07 00:00:00