Researchers from the University of Iowa's Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation are looking to expand their research investigating the relationship between poor nutrition and the loss of muscle mass and mobility in high-risk older adults who have suffered a hip fracture. This line of research could improve function and independence for thousands of older adults.
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Orthopedic and sports medicine providers from across the country join Iowa faculty to discuss the latest in quality, comprehensive care for athletes.
A weeklong surgical skill course helps second-year orthopedic residents' prep for added responsibilities.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Department of Orthopedics Clinical Professor, Andrew Peterson, MD, comments on pediatrics head injuries in sports.
Sports Medicine researchers at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine are investigating how relaxin, a menstrual cycle hormone that promotes connective tissue degeneration, may be associated with joint stability, injuries, and patterns of degradation of important tissues such as the ACL...
Researchers from Iowa's Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation have been awarded a five-year, $1.9 million grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to continue their work toward establishing simulation-based training and objective, surgical skill evaluation as a...
Orthopedic surgeons do an excellent job repairing hip, wrist, and other low energy fractures. But sometimes the fracture is not the sole issue. Underlying bone health and osteoporosis should be addressed, as well to minimize the chances of future fractures. This can be a challenge in busy...
The orthopedic surgeon's expertise in using advanced imaging methods is giving patients the most complete and accurate bone assessments of the lower extremities.
The treatment uses 3D technology to precisely map tumor removal and develop prosthetics that are unique to each patient’s anatomy. It’s helping patients get back to their active lifestyles sooner.
A team of University of Iowa researchers, led by Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation project engineer Steven Long, PhD, attended the Orthopedic Trauma Association Resident Fracture Course April 27-30 in Nashville, Tennessee. Over 100 resident physicians from across the country and around...