https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-rss/?orgId=108791&title=Latest+News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Thu, 14 May 2026 19:06:22 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/05/11/lee-rubin-named-kristaps-j-keggi-professor-orthopaedics-and-rehabilitation https://news.yale.edu/2026/05/11/lee-rubin-named-kristaps-j-keggi-professor-orthopaedics-and-rehabilitation Rubin, a nationally recognized expert in hip and knee joint replacement surgery, joined the Yale faculty in 2017. Mon, 11 May 2026 15:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/sports-medicine-fellowship-harrison-volaski/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/sports-medicine-fellowship-harrison-volaski/ The sports medicine fellowship at Yale continues to define the future of orthopedic care with a new focus on joint preservation and the evolving role of biologics. Drawing on a diverse international medical background and deep technical curiosity, the program’s newest fellow, Harrison Volaski, MD, is exploring treatments that maximize the body’s natural healing ability. Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/2026-top-doctors-list-features-19-orthopaedics-and-rehabilitation-faculty/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/2026-top-doctors-list-features-19-orthopaedics-and-rehabilitation-faculty/ Each year, Connecticut Magazine recognizes exceptional physicians in its annual “Top Doctors” issue. The 2026 list features nearly 400 Yale Medicine physicians who were selected by their peers as the best in their fields, which includes 19 members of the Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation faculty. Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic/dr-lisa-lattanza-the-missing-piece-in-orthopedic-program-success/ https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic/dr-lisa-lattanza-the-missing-piece-in-orthopedic-program-success/ When Lisa Lattanza, MD, became chair of orthopedics and rehabilitation at New Haven, Conn.-based Yale School of Medicine, she set out to do something that has long been difficult in her field: intentionally reshape the culture of orthopedic surgery. For decades, leadership in orthopedics followed a familiar model, the “triple threat” surgeon who excelled as a clinician, researcher and educator. But in today’s healthcare environment, Dr. Lattanza believes that model no longer reflects what departments truly need. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.npr.org/2026/04/12/nx-s1-5782074/project-hail-mary-nasa-space-science https://www.npr.org/2026/04/12/nx-s1-5782074/project-hail-mary-nasa-space-science The science fiction blockbuster wowed audiences with its depiction of space travel and more. Here's what NASA staff and other scientists say about the basis for the amazing events of the film. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-help-adults-and-children-with-cerebral-palsy/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-help-adults-and-children-with-cerebral-palsy/ In health headlines, WTNH and Dr. David Frumberg are spreading awareness about cerebral palsy and ways to help adults and children diagnosed with the condition. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/john-albis-15-years-of-leadership-growth-and-financial-stewardship-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/john-albis-15-years-of-leadership-growth-and-financial-stewardship-at-yale/ Over the past 15 years, John Albis has built a remarkable career across Yale’s financial enterprise, growing from a research accountant in Pediatrics to a key leadership role within the Integrated Business Office (IBO) supporting Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Anesthesiology as director of finance. Along the way, he has helped guide the organization through major institutional transitions—from systems changes and new compensation models to the evolution of funds flow and the phased development of the IBO itself. As he celebrates this milestone, John reflects on the changes that have shaped his career, the teams that have inspired him, and the work that continues to motivate him. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/new-shoulder-replacement-method-preserves-anatomy-and-promotes-faster-recovery/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/new-shoulder-replacement-method-preserves-anatomy-and-promotes-faster-recovery/ A new surgical technique, known as the stemless, rotator cuff intact anatomic total shoulder replacement, is changing the game for active individuals by prioritizing biology and minimizing trauma to the bone and rotator cuff. By preserving a patient’s natural bone with a stemless implant and placing the implant in a way that does not detach the tendons of the rotator cuff, surgeons are now able to restore motion and function faster, without the need for prolonged immobilization. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/dr-sarah-ballatori-joins-sarcoma-program-at-smilow-cancer-hospital-and-yale-cancer-center/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/dr-sarah-ballatori-joins-sarcoma-program-at-smilow-cancer-hospital-and-yale-cancer-center/ Sarah Ballatori, MD, is an assistant professor of orthopaedics and rehabilitation and specializes in diagnosing and treating benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors, metastatic disease, and limb salvage procedures. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/how-3d-and-mixed-reality-can-transform-bone-cancer-surgery/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/how-3d-and-mixed-reality-can-transform-bone-cancer-surgery/ In the world of musculoskeletal oncology, a specialized orthopedic surgeon acts as both an architect and a demolition expert. When a patient is diagnosed with osteosarcoma, an aggressive form of bone cancer, the mission is to remove the tumor entirely. Leaving behind even a microscopic cluster of malignant cells can be the difference between remission and cancer recurrence. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/beloved-orthopedic-residency-coordinator-retiring-after-44-years-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/beloved-orthopedic-residency-coordinator-retiring-after-44-years-at-yale/ In a department best known for bones and biomechanical function, Kathy Umlauf has become the heart and soul in orthopedics where she has served as the residency program coordinator for the last 25 years of her 44-year career at Yale. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.prevention.com/fitness/workout-clothes-gear/g70464815/best-walking-shoes-for-wide-feet/ https://www.prevention.com/fitness/workout-clothes-gear/g70464815/best-walking-shoes-for-wide-feet/ Shoemakers define wide feet as a width “that is more than half the length of the foot,” says Sean Peden, M.D., a Yale Medicine foot and ankle surgeon and assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine. “So if your foot is 8 inches long, regular width should be around 4 inches. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-know-if-you-ruptured-a-disc-while-shoveling/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-know-if-you-ruptured-a-disc-while-shoveling/ With more winter weather ahead, Dr. Peter Whang, Yale Medicine orthopedic back surgeon and professor of orthopaedics and rehabilitation at Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut to discuss how to know if you have ruptured a disc while shoveling and important steps to take. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/the-emotional-impact-of-external-fixators/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/the-emotional-impact-of-external-fixators/ Nobody plans on having a traumatic bone injury. An external force, such as a fall, car accident, or heavy impact, causes these types of fractures, which occur suddenly and severely. Orthopedic surgeons often stabilize these injuries with a medical device where a metal frame sits outside the body, an external fixator, connected to the bone by pins or screws. While these frames are innovations of modern engineering that save limbs and joint function, they carry a weight that cannot be measured in pounds. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/how-3d-is-transforming-pediatric-orthopedic-surgery/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/how-3d-is-transforming-pediatric-orthopedic-surgery/ New technology is changing pediatric limb reconstruction. A Jan. 2026 article published in Orthopedic Clinics showed how a Yale team can create a precise virtual replica of a child’s bone, map out the surgery virtually, and use custom-printed tools to execute the plan with unprecedented precision thanks to advances in 3D planning and patient-specific instrumentation. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/healy-promoted-to-new-position-in-surgery-orthopedics-anesthesiology/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/healy-promoted-to-new-position-in-surgery-orthopedics-anesthesiology/ Stephen Healy, center, associate director of faculty affairs for psychiatry, pediatrics, and the Child Study Center, has been appointed associate director of academic and administrative affairs for surgery, orthopedics, and anesthesiology. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-cold-weather-injuries-are-keeping-pediatric-specialists-busy-this-winter/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-cold-weather-injuries-are-keeping-pediatric-specialists-busy-this-winter/ Dr. Adrienne Socci, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Yale Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut to discuss what cold-weather injuries are keeping pediatric specialists busy this winter. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-01-21/ozempic-improves-knee-replacement-outcomes-among-people-with-type-2-diabetes https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-01-21/ozempic-improves-knee-replacement-outcomes-among-people-with-type-2-diabetes Even a brief round of Ozempic can help people with type 2 diabetes have a more successful knee replacement surgery, a new study says. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/basivertebral-nerve-ablation-provides-early-sustained-chronic-low-back-pain-relief/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/basivertebral-nerve-ablation-provides-early-sustained-chronic-low-back-pain-relief/ Chronic low back pain significantly affects quality of life for millions of people worldwide. Back pain makes it difficult to perform everyday tasks and is among the leading reasons why patients see their doctor. Some back pain comes from the bones themselves, known as the vertebrae, not just the discs in the spine. Damage and inflammation to the top and bottom sides of the vertebrae create vertebrogenic pain. This chronic condition causes a deep, aching midline back pain that worsens with activity, prolonged sitting, or bending. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.ynhhs.org/news/yale-new-haven-hospital-inpatient-rehab-unit-ranked-eighth-in-northeast-by-newsweek https://www.ynhhs.org/news/yale-new-haven-hospital-inpatient-rehab-unit-ranked-eighth-in-northeast-by-newsweek The Yale New Haven Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit (IRU), located at the Milford Campus of Bridgeport Hospital, has been recognized as a top Physical Rehabilitation Center by Newsweek. The Milford Campus IRU was ranked eighth in the Northeast. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/semaglutide-improves-knee-replacements-for-diabetic-patients/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/semaglutide-improves-knee-replacements-for-diabetic-patients/ For those with type 2 diabetes who have knee osteoarthritis, getting a knee replacement can be difficult because they are more likely to have surgical complications. A team of Yale orthopedic surgeons found that taking semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, before a knee replacement can improve outcomes for these patients. Their findings were published in the Journal of Arthroplasty. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.huffpost.com/entry/10-minute-walk-benefits-goog_l_69405745e4b0fa125e7f489a?origin=top-ad-recirc https://www.huffpost.com/entry/10-minute-walk-benefits-goog_l_69405745e4b0fa125e7f489a?origin=top-ad-recirc Even just a short bout of exercise can help improve your physical and mental well-being. Here's what you can expect. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wfsb.com/2026/01/01/doctors-warn-against-doing-too-much-too-quickly-when-starting-new-year-fitness-routines/ https://www.wfsb.com/2026/01/01/doctors-warn-against-doing-too-much-too-quickly-when-starting-new-year-fitness-routines/ Gyms are experiencing their annual New Year rush as people begin fitness routines, but medical experts warn against doing too much too quickly to avoid injuries that could derail exercise goals. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-ease-into-exercise-after-physical-inactivity/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-ease-into-exercise-after-physical-inactivity/ In today’s health headlines, common mistakes people make when jumping into new exercise routines, how to ease into exercise after physical inactivity, and tips for staying motivated with your resolutions beyond January. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/stocking-stuffer-ideas-for-people-suffering-from-hand-pain/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/stocking-stuffer-ideas-for-people-suffering-from-hand-pain/ In today’s Health Headlines, stocking stuffer ideas for people suffering from hand pain, what to do if you fall from a ladder while hanging holiday lights, and how to avoid hand and wrist injuries while snow blowing. Dr. Andrea Halim, Yale Medicine orthopaedic surgeon and assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/braddock-lab-sheds-light-on-two-debilitating-spinal-disorders/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/braddock-lab-sheds-light-on-two-debilitating-spinal-disorders/ A new study from the Braddock Laboratory at Yale School of Medicine sheds light on the pathogenesis of two debilitating spinal disorders prevalent in the aging population – ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) and diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), and presents potential groundbreaking therapy. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-is-degenerative-joint-disease/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-is-degenerative-joint-disease/ Dr. Chuan-Ju Liu, PhD, professor and vice chair of research in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss degenerative joint disease. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/prevent-back-injuries-compression-fracture-lumbar-strain-falls https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/prevent-back-injuries-compression-fracture-lumbar-strain-falls Yale spine specialist shares advice on how to prevent back injuries during winter months. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.everydayhealth.com/neurological-disorders/how-to-deal-with-musculoskeletal-pain-in-ms/ https://www.everydayhealth.com/neurological-disorders/how-to-deal-with-musculoskeletal-pain-in-ms/ Musculoskeletal pain is one of the most common — and often unrecognized — sources of discomfort in people living with multiple sclerosis, says Charles Odonkor, MD, an assistant professor of orthopaedics and rehabilitation and a pain expert at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/healthy-eating/a69474518/best-food-for-strong-bones/ https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/healthy-eating/a69474518/best-food-for-strong-bones/ Dan Wiznia, MD, explains tools for combating osteoporosis. Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/a69440447/foods-for-strong-bones/ https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/a69440447/foods-for-strong-bones/ “A high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet is best for promoting bone health,” says Daniel Wiznia, M.D., an associate professor of orthopaedics at Yale School of Medicine. There are also a handful of nutrients that you should prioritize. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/enzyme-is-promising-path-to-degenerative-joint-diseases-cure/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/enzyme-is-promising-path-to-degenerative-joint-diseases-cure/ Degenerative joint diseases like osteoarthritis and intervertebral disc degeneration are conditions that affect millions of people worldwide, leading to pain and reduced mobility. These diseases remain incurable because current treatments manage symptoms rather than addressing the root cause. A Yale study in the journal Nature: Bone Research found that cytosolic phospholipase A2 (cPLA2) is an important enzyme. It plays a key role in inflammation and cartilage breakdown. The study suggests that cPLA2 could be a possible target for treating joint diseases. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/halloween-safety-tips-returning-to-fall-athletics-and-sports-injuries/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/halloween-safety-tips-returning-to-fall-athletics-and-sports-injuries/ It’s Halloween! Tips for staying safe going door to door tonight. How to return to fall athletics after a summer off from sports. And how to know if your sports injury needs medical attention. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/tips-for-preventing-ankle-sprains-and-what-to-know-about-bunion-surgery/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/tips-for-preventing-ankle-sprains-and-what-to-know-about-bunion-surgery/ In today’s Health Headlines, tips for preventing ankle sprains, what to know about bunion surgery, and how hammer toes can be corrected to improve your mobility. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/some-physical-therapies-for-children-with-neurological-disabilities-lack-scientific-support-experts-warn/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/some-physical-therapies-for-children-with-neurological-disabilities-lack-scientific-support-experts-warn/ A recent review published in the journal Pediatric Physical Therapy has highlighted deficiencies in the scientific support and theoretical foundations of two neurorehabilitation methods for children with neurological disabilities – Cuevas Medek Exercises and Dynamic Movement Intervention. Despite their increasing popularity and widespread use, both therapies are rooted in outdated reflex-hierarchical models, which run counter to contemporary principles of motor learning. The findings outlined by an international group of authors, which include Associate Professor of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, David Frumberg, MD, present significant ethical and financial concerns for affected families. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/october-national-physical-therapy-month-134148656.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/october-national-physical-therapy-month-134148656.html October is National Physical Therapy Month. What conditions are best treated with physical therapy, and what other treatments may be beneficial in addition to physical therapy? Dr. Leigh Hanke, Yale Medicine physiatrist and assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness/is-the-3-2-8-method-really-a-good-workout-routine/ https://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness/is-the-3-2-8-method-really-a-good-workout-routine/ Elizabeth C. Gardner, MD, associate professor of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine at Yale Medicine in New Haven, Conneticut, adds that this focus on muscle strengthening comes with a lot of benefits. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/high-rates-of-articular-cartilage-damage-found-in-pediatric-athletes-after-acl-injuries-meniscus-tears/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/high-rates-of-articular-cartilage-damage-found-in-pediatric-athletes-after-acl-injuries-meniscus-tears/ A new study led by Yale School of Medicine’s Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation unveiled key insights into the knee joint's vulnerability for young athletes who suffer anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries combined with medial meniscus tears. The team discovered that more than half of the patients with combined ACL and medial meniscal ramp lesion injuries sustained cartilage damage, suggesting a significantly elevated risk associated with concurrent medial meniscus injuries. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness/75-soft-challenge-what-it-is-and-what-to-know-before-getting-started/ https://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness/75-soft-challenge-what-it-is-and-what-to-know-before-getting-started/ Elizabeth Gardner, MD, associate professor of orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine at Yale School of Medicine and head team physician for Yale Athletics in New Haven, Connecticut, calls the 75 Soft a “gentler alternative” to the 75 Hard program with some similarities. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.gq.com/story/why-men-are-using-nicotine-pouches-for-a-pre-workout-boost https://www.gq.com/story/why-men-are-using-nicotine-pouches-for-a-pre-workout-boost Even in the short term, using “low doses of nicotine to boost gym motivation” is a “total sabotage for an athlete’s efforts at the gym,” says Elizabeth Gardner, MD, an associate professor of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/article/caitlin-clark-is-out-for-the-season-her-injury-highlights-a-bigger-wnba-problem-143719300.html https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/article/caitlin-clark-is-out-for-the-season-her-injury-highlights-a-bigger-wnba-problem-143719300.html Dr. Samantha Smith of Yale Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation comments on ACL injuries in women's sports. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/understanding-acl-tears-from-injury-to-reconstruction/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/understanding-acl-tears-from-injury-to-reconstruction/ Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are a significant concern for athletes, weekend warriors, and non-athletes alike. These injuries can bring an active lifestyle to a halt, impacting individuals across various age groups and activity levels. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/qanda-with-postdoctoral-research-fellow-muhammad-uzair-siddique/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/qanda-with-postdoctoral-research-fellow-muhammad-uzair-siddique/ Muhammad Uzair Siddique, MBBS, is an ECFMG-certified postdoctoral research fellow working with physiatrist, Charles Odonkor, MD, MA, in the section of physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) with Yale’s Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/celebrating-excellence-in-orthopaedics-recapping-an-arthroplasty-fellowship-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/celebrating-excellence-in-orthopaedics-recapping-an-arthroplasty-fellowship-at-yale/ The Division of Hip & Knee Joint Reconstruction in the Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation recently commemorated the graduation of Muhammad Padela, MD, MSc, marking the completion of a year-long clinical instructor and adult reconstruction fellowship. Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/hopping-hazards-trampoline-safety-tips-from-a-pediatric-orthopaedic-surgeon/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/hopping-hazards-trampoline-safety-tips-from-a-pediatric-orthopaedic-surgeon/ Whether outside in backyards, at playgrounds, or indoors at air-conditioned jump parks, trampolines can be a staple for childhood summer activity. While a source of joy and exercise for many children, this equipment can also serve as a springboard to significant health risk due to the biomechanical forces they generate. These forces, when combined with the unique characteristics of developing musculoskeletal systems, can go from spring-to-sprain or worse, leading to injuries like fractures to severe cervical spine trauma, and traumatic brain injuries. It is crucial for parents and caregivers to be aware of these health risks and implement effective prevention strategies to ensure that children can safely enjoy trampolines. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/converting-knobs-to-handles-unlocks-independence-at-home/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/converting-knobs-to-handles-unlocks-independence-at-home/ For individuals navigating daily challenges of arthritis, proactively planning to age in place, or managing physical limitations associated with stoke recovery, a minor home upgrade can deliver surprisingly significant improvements. Replacing traditional, often difficult-to-grasp round doorknobs with more ergonomic lever-style handles can dramatically enhance everyday life by minimizing strain on sensitive hands and wrists, improving overall home accessibility, and fostering greater independence for seniors and those with arthritis. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.realsimple.com/how-to-fix-tech-neck-11759295 https://www.realsimple.com/how-to-fix-tech-neck-11759295 Many of us spend all day staring at our computers and phones. And all that typing and scrolling can take a toll on our neck and shoulders, leading to what is informally called tech neck. Here is how you can tech neck pain at home. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/medicineyaleedunews-articleresidents-orthopaedic-surgery-training/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/medicineyaleedunews-articleresidents-orthopaedic-surgery-training/ As the distinguished five-year orthopaedic surgery residency program at Yale School of Medicine reaches its culmination for the chief residents, a prestigious tradition brings their rigorous academic journey to a celebratory conclusion. This capstone event, called disputations, gives graduating residents a chance to show their hard-earned expertise, research, and contributions to orthopaedics. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/eighteen-faculty-selected-as-research-all-stars-by-avant-garde-health/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ortho/news-article/eighteen-faculty-selected-as-research-all-stars-by-avant-garde-health/ A total of 18 orthopaedics & rehabilitation faculty members were named 2025 Health Care Research All-Stars by Avant-garde Health in a report that recognizes the outstanding physicians and hospitals whose contributions to health care research significantly enhance the quality of patient care. 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