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UrduA study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) comparing robotic-assisted navigation (RAN) to the use of augmented reality (AR) in spine surgery found that both techniques demonstrate excellent accuracy and safety for pedicle screw placement. The research was published online ahead of print in the journal Spine.
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Broken Bone? An Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon’s Best Advice for a Good Medical Outcome
Nicholas Sama, MD, director of Orthopedic Trauma at HSS Florida, the West Palm Beach location of Hospital for Special Surgery, offers advice to give patients the best chance for proper treatment, healthy healing and a good medical outcome following a bone fracture.
Take a Weight off Kids’ Shoulders: Backpack Safety Tips
Now that kids are back in school, many parents are likely to be surprised by how much kids cram into their backpack and how heavy it becomes. Pediatric orthopedic surgeons at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have advice for parents and students when choosing and using a backpack to avoid injury.
HSS Interactive Case Lecture Highlights Practical Solutions in Shoulder Arthroplasty for Substantial Glenoid Bone Loss
At the AAOS annual meeting, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) sports medicine surgeon David Dines, MD, participated in an instructional case lecture on practical solutions in shoulder arthroplasty for patients with substantial shoulder socket bone loss known as glenoid bone deficiency.
HSS Study Could Help Surgeons Improve Mobility Outcomes After Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty
A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) could help physicians better manage patients who experience debilitating joint stiffness after knee replacement surgery. The study was presented today at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting.
HSS Study Seeks to Optimize Patient Selection for Major Foot Surgery
A study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) could help orthopedic surgeons identify which patients will benefit most from surgery to correct debilitating age-related deterioration of their foot arches, commonly known as “flatfoot deformity” or “fallen arches.”
Make a Splash This Summer: Tips to Get the Most Out of Swimming and Stay Safe
Swimming is one of the best forms of exercise. HSS expert offers tips to get the most out of the sport, avoid injury and stay safe both in the pool and in open water.
HSS Doctors Offer Practical Advice on Reaching Peak Performance During Surgical Training in AAOS Journal
Studies show that athletes and musicians achieve peak performance by constant practice, by setting specific goals, having strong mentors and cultivating perseverance, stoicism and grit. Could incorporating these principles into the training of surgeons improve their residency experience?