OrthoSpineNews

MARCH 11, 2025

However, a new study of almost 18,000 patients from 2019 to 2023 found that prolonged tourniquet use was linked to increased pain, higher opioid use, and a longer recovery. The study reviewed outcomes of 171 patients who had aseptic revision TKA at HSS between January 2021 and May 2023.

Physical therapy

ChiroUp

MAY 31, 2024

2,3) Check out the following synopsis for additional clinical pearls on lower extremity neurodynamic testing. Differentiating lumbar radiculopathies from hamstring strains can be challenging; however, Braggard test can help, as hamstring symptoms typically remain unaffected by this maneuver, while lumbar spine issues may be exacerbated. (7)

Radiculopathy

ChiroUp

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Maximize Your Clinical Outcomes While performing nerve flossing techniques in the office is effective, providing patients with supplementary flossing exercises for home use can dramatically speed up their recovery. 2023 Jan 2;31(1):4-12. 2023 Nov 26;13(12):2255. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2023 Jul 25;12(15):4888.

Radiculopathy

ChiroUp

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This blog will highlight the most essential clinical pearls from the past year of research, including a dozen systematic reviews. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll learn valuable new clinical skills for managing this common presentation. 35) ChiroUp subscribers can review any of the tests mentioned above in their Clinical Skills tab.

Treatment

Chiropractic Economics

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In September 2023, the surgeon recommended scar tissue debridement and replacement of the tibial plateau acrylic implant. By December 2023, the patient exhibited no discernable increase in ambulatory ability since his first surgery. During the gait cycle, the right leg collapsed during the left leg swing phase despite aggressive PT.

Prevention