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  • Today's sports medicine edition covers emerging techniques and outcomes research across multiple subspecialty areas. We examine a novel combined approach to meniscal root repair with aragonite scaffolds, comprehensive return to sport data for elbow dislocations and shoulder arthroplasty patients, and evidence-based strategies for cartilage treatment during ACL reconstruction.

    "Medial Meniscal Root Repair and Double Medial Femoral Condyle Aragonite-Based Scaffold Implantation" β€” Vega TF et al., Video J Sports Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/26350254251389135"Return to Sport Following Elbow Dislocation: A Systematic Review" β€” Albright AS et al., Orthop J Sports Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671261419505"Return to Sport After Shoulder Arthroplasty: An ASES Multicenter Analysis of Sport-Specific Predictors of Performance in Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty and Total Shoulder Arthroplasty" β€” Corban J et al., J Shoulder Elbow Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2026.03.014"Clinical Outcomes of Cartilage Procedures Performed in Conjunction With Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review" β€” Thamrongskulsiri N et al., Orthop J Sports Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671251413265
  • Today's trauma edition covers four key studies: an RCT comparing suprapatellar versus infrapatellar approaches for tibial nailing showing functional advantages for the suprapatellar technique, an experimental study suggesting finite element planning may improve tibial plateau fracture fixation stability, a retrospective analysis finding no infection prevention benefit from local antibiotic calcium sulfate in plateau fractures, and a comprehensive review of evidence-based brachial plexus injury prevention strategies across clinical settings.

    "Comparative Analysis of Suprapatellar and Infrapatellar Nailing in Tibial Fracture: A Randomized Clinical Study" β€” Sakale HS et al., J Orthop Case Rep β€” https://doi.org/10.13107/jocr.2026.v16.i03.6988"Biomechanical Stability of Tibia Plateau Fracture Treatment: Conventional vs. Finite Element-Based Preoperative Planning" β€” Sandriesser S et al., J Orthop Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70188"Local use of antibiotic-impregnated calcium sulfate for infection prophylaxis: A novel study" β€” GΓ³mez-Masdeu M et al., Injury β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.injury.2026.113173"Prevention of Brachial Plexus Injuries: A Comprehensive Review of Causes, Challenges and Protective Strategies" β€” Vyas AK et al., Indian J Orthop β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s43465-025-01655-4
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  • Today's hand surgery edition covers four diverse topics affecting daily practice. We examine biomechanical data on multiple K-wire passes in fifth metacarpal fractures, revealing that additional drilling attempts may be less detrimental than previously thought. A systematic review highlights the underrecognized association between scaphoid fractures and scapholunate ligament injuries, with detection rates varying dramatically by diagnostic method. A large national cohort study exposes significant racial disparities in carpal tunnel syndrome management within the VA system, showing lower surgical rates and longer wait times for minoritized veterans despite universal healthcare access. Finally, a case report describes the first reported digital artery pseudoaneurysm following collagenase injection for Dupuytren contracture, expanding our awareness of potential vascular complications.

    "The Swiss Cheese Effect: A Biomechanical Study of Fifth Metacarpal Structural Integrity After Multiple Kirschner Wire Passes" β€” Bickley R et al., J Hand Surg Glob Online β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhsg.2026.100962"Scapholunate Injuries in the Context of Acute Scaphoid Fractures: A Systematic Literature Review" β€” GlΓ©varec L et al., Hand (N Y) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261430936"Racial and Ethnic Differences in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Management: Analysis of a National Single-payer System" β€” BenΓ­tez TM et al., Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open β€” https://doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000007545"Digital Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Collagenase Injection for Dupuytren Contracture: A Case Report" β€” Schwarz N et al., Hand (N Y) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261430938
  • Today's foot and ankle edition covers four open-access studies examining radiographic assessment techniques in pediatric foot deformities, midterm outcomes of large-caliber tendon allograft reconstruction for chronic Achilles ruptures, clinical outcomes of subtalar arthroereisis with or without spring ligament repair, and a clinical consensus statement on perioperative medication management in elective podiatric surgery.

    "Clinical validity of radiographic parameters for evaluating pediatric foot deformities: correlation with pedobarographic analysis" β€” Kim WS et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09643-x"Midterm Results of Large-Caliber Tendon Allografting for Chronic Achilles Tendon Rupture With Large Defects" β€” Chu CH et al., Orthop J Sports Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671251385126"Clinical outcomes of subtalar arthroereisis in pediatric flatfoot with or without spring ligament repair" β€” Xin Y et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09744-7"Clinical Consensus Statement: Perioperative Management of Prothrombotics, Antiplatelets, Anticoagulants, DMARDs and Biologics in Elective Podiatric Surgery" β€” Tang J et al., J Foot Ankle Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jfa2.70121
  • Today's shoulder and elbow edition examines economic justification for robotic assistance in reverse shoulder arthroplasty, histological predictors of rotator cuff repair failure, machine learning approaches to tear prediction, and geographic differences in total shoulder arthroplasty outcomes. Key findings include the economic challenges of routine robotic adoption, the limited predictive value of muscle histology for repair failure, promising but moderate performance of AI-based tear prediction, and surprisingly favorable outcomes at rural centers with experienced surgeons.

    "Is Robotic-Assisted Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Economically Justified? A Break-Even Analysis." β€” Menendez ME et al., J Shoulder Elbow Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2026.03.010"Characterizing histological fatty accumulation, muscle atrophy, and fibrosis in relation to re-tear and revision after primary rotator cuff repair: a mean 3-year follow-up study." β€” Ruderman LV et al., JSES Rev Rep Tech β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xrrt.2026.100702"Machine learning-based prediction of rotator cuff tears using anatomical parameters: a retrospective cohort study." β€” Hou Z et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09765-2"Revision rates following total shoulder arthroplasty in rural and urban hospitals : an Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry analysis of high-volume surgeons." β€” Dragan Z et al., Bone Jt Open β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/2633-1462.73.BJO-2025-0299.R1
  • Today's knee edition examines four diverse topics in knee surgery research. We explore decision-making for lateral extra-articular tenodesis in ACL reconstruction, evaluate the reliability of CPAK classification systems in total knee arthroplasty, review a predictive model for early TKA outcomes, and investigate the mechanisms behind revision component failures through advanced materials analysis.

    "Extra-articular Tenodesis for ACL Reconstruction: Who Needs it and is there a Superior Technique?" β€” Veizi E et al., Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-026-10028-9"Reliability of the CPAK classification assessed on long-leg X-rays in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty." β€” Gasparutto X et al., Arthroplasty β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s42836-026-00381-y"Predictive model for early prognosis after total knee arthroplasty based on multidimensional indicators." β€” Li P et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09693-1"Metal Fatigue Fracture After Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Retrieval Analysis." β€” Kurtz MA et al., J Orthop Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70198
  • Today's hip edition covers four diverse studies examining complex arthroplasty scenarios, surgical approach optimization, pharmaceutical interventions, and fracture fixation biomechanics. We explore outcomes in the challenging population of LVAD recipients undergoing joint replacement, compare thirteen different surgical approaches for total hip arthroplasty, examine five-year follow-up data on denosumab efficacy, and review optimal screw placement strategies for femoral neck fractures.

    "Perioperative management and outcomes of hip and knee arthroplasty among heartmate 3 left ventricular assist device recipients" β€” Turan O et al., Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-026-04692-3"Early clinical efficacy and safety of different surgical approaches in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and network meta-analysis" β€” Wang X et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09683-3"Denosumab and bone loss in uncemented total hip arthroplasty: a secondary 5-year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial" β€” SkΓΆld C et al., Acta Orthop β€” https://doi.org/10.2340/17453674.2026.45695"Does the distal screw location in the Biplane double-supported screw fixation technique affect the risk of subtrochanteric fractures after femoral neck fixation? A finite element analysis" β€” Wang Z et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09770-5
  • Today's sports medicine edition covers four diverse topics in athletic injury and recovery. We explore wearable sensor technology for objective gait assessment during ACL rehabilitation, examine the psychological readiness of elite judokas returning to sport after injury, investigate machine learning approaches to predict rotator cuff tears using anatomical parameters, and compare tourniquet types in ACL reconstruction surgery.

    "Integrating Wearable Sensors and Clinical Tools for Assessing Pelvic Gait Symmetry During ACL Recovery" β€” Drumev AK et al., Life (Basel) β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/life16030531"Kinesiophobia and Psychological Readiness of Return to Sport in High-Performance Judokas After an Injury: A Cross-Sectional Study" β€” Puchalt-MuΓ±oz U et al., Medicina (Kaunas) β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina62030587"Machine learning-based prediction of rotator cuff tears using anatomical parameters: a retrospective cohort study" β€” Hou Z et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09765-2"The effect of silicone ring tourniquet in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a retrospective comparative study" β€” Shen X et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09732-x
  • Today's trauma edition covers four diverse studies spanning pediatric ballistic injuries, open elbow fractures, innovative bone graft techniques, and incidental anatomical discoveries. We examine outcomes from thirty-four pediatric ballistic femur fractures, explore the challenges of open supracondylar humerus fractures in children, review a novel technique for processing devitalized bone fragments into autologous demineralized bone matrix, and discuss the clinical implications of incidentally discovered heterotaxy syndrome during trauma imaging.

    "Pediatric and adolescent ballistic femur fractures: treatment, outcomes, and costs from a level-one trauma center." β€” Jodoin Z et al., Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-026-04730-0"Open supracondylar humerus fractures in children: Associated injuries and clinical outcomes." β€” Emet A et al., J Child Orthop β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/18632521261435431"The fate of comminuted extruded or devitalized fragments of bone in Gustilo type III open fractures and an innovative form of treating them." β€” Yu L et al., Bone Joint J β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/0301-620X.108B4.BJJ-2025-0542.R1"Incidental Heterotaxy Syndrome With Polysplenia and Inferior Vena Cava Agenesis Identified During Trauma Evaluation." β€” Ahmed Z et al., Cureus β€” https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.104094
  • Today's hand edition covers four key studies examining injection techniques, traumatic wrist injuries, salvage procedures, and healthcare disparities. We explore national trends showing increased ultrasound guidance for carpal tunnel injections, the underrecognized association between scaphoid fractures and scapholunate injuries, comparative outcomes of different wrist fusion techniques, and significant demographic disparities affecting congenital hand difference care.

    "Rising Use of Ultrasound-Guided Carpal Tunnel Injections: National Trends, Drivers of Utilization, and Outcomes." β€” Zehner KM et al., J Hand Surg Glob Online β€” https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhsg.2026.100950"Scapholunate Injuries in the Context of Acute Scaphoid Fractures: A Systematic Literature Review." β€” GlΓ©varec L et al., Hand (N Y) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261430936"Capitolunate arthrodesis versus four-corner fusion for advanced wrist collapse: a systematic review and meta-analysis." β€” Al-Badaineh M et al., J Orthop Surg Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-026-06747-x"Demographic and Socioeconomic Disparities in Congenital Hand Difference Surgery." β€” King ECB et al., Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-026-10018-x
  • Today's foot and ankle edition covers radiographic assessment techniques for pediatric deformities, biomechanical changes in first MTP osteoarthritis, predictors of calcaneoplasty success, and evidence on gastrocnemius recession procedures. All studies are open access and explore practical clinical questions relevant to daily foot and ankle practice.

    "Clinical validity of radiographic parameters for evaluating pediatric foot deformities: correlation with pedobarographic analysis" β€” Kim WS et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09643-x"Effects of First Metatarsophalangeal Osteoarthritis on Plantar Pressures Across Multiple Activities" β€” Telfer S et al., J Foot Ankle Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jfa2.70146"Influence of bump height and bump-calcaneus ratio on clinical outcomes following calcaneoplasty for Haglund's deformity: a prospective study" β€” AltΔ±ntaş K et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09775-0"Gastrocnemius Recessions in the Management of Chronic Recalcitrant Plantar Fasciopathy-A Systematic Review" β€” Gemini G et al., J Funct Morphol Kinesiol β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/jfmk11010122
  • Today's shoulder and elbow edition explores critical decision-making and diagnostic challenges across the spectrum from adult arthroplasty to pediatric trauma. We examine how surgeons choose between reverse and total shoulder arthroplasty in cuff-intact osteoarthritis, factors affecting coracoid graft survival after Latarjet procedures, technical considerations for preventing stem subsidence in reverse shoulder arthroplasty, and systematic diagnostic pitfalls in pediatric elbow fractures.

    "Osteoarthritis with an intact rotator cuff, reverse shoulder arthroplasty, or total shoulder arthroplasty? : a qualitative study of surgeon decision-making." β€” O'Malley O et al., Bone Jt Open β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/2633-1462.73.BJO-2025-0306.R1"Predictors of coracoid graft osteolysis after the Latarjet procedure: A systematic review." β€” Harrell M et al., Shoulder Elbow β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/17585732261434974"Prevalence and risk factors for stem subsidence following reverse shoulder arthroplasty using on-lay press-fit short stems." β€” Nishiura R et al., Arch Orthop Trauma Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-026-06253-z"Diagnostic Pitfalls and Management of Transphyseal Fractures of the Distal Humerus: A Retrospective Review of 25 Cases." β€” Zhang L et al., Children (Basel) β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/children13030352
  • Today's knee edition covers four diverse topics in knee surgery and rehabilitation. We explore whether lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty can be successfully performed through a medial approach, examine the co-design process for pain intervention models, evaluate the additive benefit of iPACK blocks over local infiltration analgesia, and review predictive factors for rehabilitation outcomes after joint arthroplasty.

    "Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty through a medial parapatellar approach: surgical technique and mid-term results in 108 patients" — Leggieri et al., Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery — https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-026-06274-8"Co-Designing the Early Pain Intervention After Knee Replacement (EPIK) Model of Care for People With Persistent Pain After Knee Replacement" — Chadha et al., Health Expectations — https://doi.org/10.1111/hex.70655"No Additive Analgesic Effect of Interspace Between Popliteal Artery and Capsule of the Knee Block Over Local Infiltration Analgesia Only Around Arthrotomy Site in Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty" — Laoruengthana et al., Arthroplasty Today — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.artd.2026.101953"Prediction of Inpatient Rehabilitation Length, Discharge Destination and Home-Care Needs After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis: A Follow-Up Study on 1.679 Patients" — Pennestrì et al., Journal of Clinical Medicine — https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15062294
  • Today's hip edition covers diagnostic innovations for periprosthetic joint infection, biomechanical considerations in spinopelvic alignment, femoral stem design comparison, and advanced functional testing methods.

    "Is three-phase bone scintigraphy really obsolete? : a combined TPBS-CRP diagnostic method." β€” Chen et al., Bone Joint Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/2046-3758.154.BJR-2025-0278.R1"A Narrative Review of Spinopelvic Alignment Changes After Total Hip Arthroplasty." β€” Ike et al., J Clin Med β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15062228"Radiological stability of a quadrangular uncemented femoral component compared with its shortened version in primary total hip arthroplasty : a prospective randomized controlled trial." β€” Kruse et al., Bone Jt Open β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/2633-1462.74.BJO-2026-0006.R1"Reliability and Discriminant Ability of an Instrumented Timed Up and Go Test in People With Postsurgical Orthopedic Conditions: Quantitative Study." β€” Giardini et al., JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol β€” https://doi.org/10.2196/82632
  • This sports medicine edition covers four open-access studies examining key clinical questions in shoulder and knee surgery. Topics include optimal timing for rotator cuff repair based on tear etiology, a novel bone density assessment protocol for the proximal humerus, the utility of critical shoulder angle measurements following shoulder dislocation, and the extended recovery timeline following ACL reconstruction.

    "Functional Outcomes of Early vs. Delayed Arthroscopic Repair for Traumatic and Degenerative Rotator Cuff Tears: A Retrospective Cohort Study" β€” Chen Y et al., J Clin Med β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15062205"A Novel Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Protocol for the Proximal Humerus Reveals a Fatty Infiltration Dependent Reduction in Bone Mineral Density" β€” Cho JW et al., J Orthop Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70187"Are Rotator Cuff Tears in Anterior Shoulder Dislocation Associated With a High Critical Shoulder Angle? A Retrospective Analysis" β€” Aldarragi A et al., Cureus β€” https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.103974"Serial Changes in Knee Muscle Strength and Functional Performance After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 107 Patients" β€” Cho SI et al., Medicina (Kaunas) β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina62030489
  • Today's trauma edition covers four key studies: pediatric forearm nail retention rates with protrusion thresholds, clavicle hook plate peri-implant fracture risk factors, minimally invasive versus open talonavicular arthrodesis outcomes, and proximal femoral replacement complication patterns across oncologic and non-oncologic indications.

    "Long-term implant retention after impacted elastic stable intramedullary nailing in pediatric diaphyseal forearm fractures: a retrospective cohort study." β€” Brattgjerd et al., Acta Orthop β€” https://doi.org/10.2340/17453674.2026.45693"Hook plate fixation for distal clavicle and acromioclavicular joint injuries: Insights into peri-implant fracture risk." β€” Yang et al., J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/10225536261439414"Minimally invasive versus open talonavicular arthrodesis: comparable functional outcomes in a retrospective comparative cohort." β€” Werneburg et al., Arch Orthop Trauma Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-026-06282-8"Proximal femoral replacement for oncologic and non-oncologic indications: a retrospective study over a 13-year period." β€” RamΓ³n et al., Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00068-026-03151-2
  • Today's hand edition covers four diverse topics in hand surgery. We examine a narrative review showing progressively shorter return-to-work times with less invasive carpal tunnel release techniques, a small case series demonstrating successful DRUJ stabilization with isolated ulnar shortening osteotomy, a prospective study revealing low lymphedema risk in post-breast cancer patients undergoing elective hand surgery, and a cost analysis comparing office-based versus hospital-based carpal tunnel procedures.

    "Return-to-Work After Carpal Tunnel Release Across Surgical Techniques: A Narrative Review" β€” Lobos CA et al., Medicina (Kaunas) β€” https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina62030557"Clinical outcomes of isolated ulnar shortening osteotomy for ulnar impaction syndrome with concomitant distal radioulnar joint instability" β€” Gao X et al., J Plast Surg Hand Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.2340/jphs.v61.45517"The Risk of Lymphedema in Elective Hand Surgery After Axillary Lymph Node Sampling: A Prospective, Cohort Study" β€” Odum SM et al., Hand (N Y) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261428585"A Cost Analysis of Carpal Tunnel Procedures Performed in an Office Procedure Room Versus a Hospital Operating Room in a Rural Midwest Health System" β€” Hurley LJ et al., Plast Surg (Oakv) β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/22925503261429901
  • Today's foot and ankle edition covers four studies examining Achilles tendon recovery assessment, surgical outcomes for posterior heel pain, and pediatric foot deformity evaluation. We explore novel imaging techniques for monitoring tendon healing, investigate how rupture affects complex tendon biomechanics, review calcaneoplasty effectiveness regardless of bump morphology, and validate radiographic measurements against functional testing in children.

    "Achilles Tendon Shear Wave Velocity Within a 1-Year Follow-Up After Non-Operatively Treated Rupture" β€” Sukanen et al., J Orthop Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70201"A Novel Measurement of Altered Achilles Subtendon Load Sharing 6-12 Months Following Rupture" β€” Strand et al., J Orthop Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70182"Influence of bump height and bump-calcaneus ratio on clinical outcomes following calcaneoplasty for Haglund's deformity: a prospective study" β€” AltΔ±ntaş et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09775-0"Clinical validity of radiographic parameters for evaluating pediatric foot deformities: correlation with pedobarographic analysis" β€” Kim et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord β€” https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-026-09643-x
  • Today's shoulder and elbow edition covers four important studies spanning infection prevention, pediatric trauma outcomes, regenerative medicine, and perioperative risk assessment. We examine how povidone-iodine irrigation can reduce bacterial contamination in reverse shoulder arthroplasty, identify risk factors for complications in pediatric proximal radius fractures, evaluate platelet-rich plasma therapy effectiveness across different shoulder procedures, and compare postoperative complication rates between influenza and COVID-19 patients undergoing shoulder arthroplasty.

    "Evaluating the impact of povidone-iodine irrigation on microbial contamination in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty" β€” Bellato E et al., Bone Joint Res β€” https://doi.org/10.1302/2046-3758.153.BJR-2025-0460.R2"Primary displacement predicts complications and poorer outcomes after pediatric proximal radius fractures: A retrospective study of 140 fractures" β€” Zilliacus K et al., J Child Orthop β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/18632521261434093"Effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma therapy in promoting wound healing and shoulder function recovery after shoulder surgery" β€” Hu Z et al., Sci Rep β€” https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-44844-3"Influenza infection has higher risk of postoperative complications than COVID-19 in shoulder arthroplasty patients" β€” Lawand JJ et al., Shoulder Elbow β€” https://doi.org/10.1177/17585732261435999
  • Today's knee edition examines four studies spanning anesthesia techniques, enhanced recovery protocols, and navigation technology in total knee arthroplasty. We explore regional anesthesia options for elderly patients, implementation of ERAS protocols in geriatric populations, accuracy of computer-assisted navigation, and validation of novel navigation platforms.

    "Combined iPACK and adductor canal block versus two-level erector spinae plane block in elderly patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: a randomized, triple-blinded clinical trial." β€” Pietraszek P et al., Arch Orthop Trauma Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-026-06247-x"Assessment of enhanced recovery after surgery protocol in older adults undergoing total knee arthroplasty." β€” He P et al., Medicine (Baltimore) β€” https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000048011"Efficacy of computer-assisted navigation in improving radiographic and clinical outcomes after total knee arthroplasty." β€” Ji W et al., Medicine (Baltimore) β€” https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000048152"Concurrent validation of a novel intraoperative navigation platform for total knee arthroplasty." β€” Demeulenaere M et al., Arch Orthop Trauma Surg β€” https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-026-06265-9