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Herniated Nucleus Pulposus Radiculopathy In Athletes, Elizabeth G. Massel

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Herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP), commonly referred to as intervertebral disc (IVD) herniation, is the second most common cause of neck and back pain, and most common cause of radiculopathy. The purpose of this CME article is to provide guidance on the medical management and secondary prevention of HNP in athletic populations, and highlight the pathophysiological process of mechanical overload putting athletes at a proportionately higher risk of the disease. It will address the unique pathophysiology of overuse-related HNP, as opposed to underuse, with the mechanical overload on vertebral discs associated with many sports. It will also review, with more emphasis …

The Outcomes Of Cemented Versus Cementless Total Knee Arthroplasty In Modern Day Patients With Osteoarthritis, Jordan Powelson

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Osteoarthritis (OA), the degeneration of cartilage and bone, is the most progressive musculoskeletal disease and a leading cause of disability in the United States, affecting over 27 million adults. Although conservative treatments for knee OA are available, total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is the only definitive treatment for end-stage knee OA. For the past several decades, the use of bone cement has been the gold standard for total knee arthroplasty, but the cementless TKA is being revisited as an option as the age of patients seeking TKA decreases and the average BMI increases. This review analyzes and compares the outcomes of …

The Efficacy Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Administration For Rotator Cuff Tears, Angela Bekampis

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Despite advancing surgical techniques for rotator cuff tears (RCTs), the recovery from surgery is often painful and the rate of re-tear remains high. The use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is being studied as an adjunct therapy in order to increase the success of treatment. The goal of this study is to consolidate and compare the results of previous research to determine whether the use of PRP had significant benefit in the treatment of RCTs. Therefore the research question was: in adults (18+) diagnosed with a partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tears, does the use of PRP as an adjuvant treatment …

Acupuncture Therapy In The Treatment Of Osteoarthritis Of The Knee, Reece Bartell

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Abstract

Introduction: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition that affects the joints of the body, most commonly the knees; it has the potential to cause debilitating pain, and stiffness and decrease quality of life. The current management involves lifestyle modifications of a healthy diet and exercise as well as analgesics like NSAIDs or acetaminophen to manage symptoms. Long-term use of these medications has been associated with many side effects affecting the GI and CV system. This review analyzes the use of acupuncture therapy (I) for symptom management (O) in patients aged 60-80 years old suffering from mild to moderate …

Oral Contraceptives As Possible Acl Injury Prevention Method, Haley Schweizer

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ABSTRACT

Introduction: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are an upsetting setback for many athletes that require a long and costly recovery process. The injury rates are four times greater in women than men. Preventative measures that help to prevent ACL injuries are limited to stretching and strengthening. Therefore, this review aims to investigate if oral contraceptive [I] usage provides a possible new avenue for prevention of ACL injury [O] in young female athletes (ages 18-30) [P] compared to those that do not take oral contraceptives [C].

Methods: A literature review was performed though PubMed, Google Scholar, SCOPUS Database, and ClinicalKey …