Thoracoplasty via rib resections is conventional treatment for rib cage deformity in thoracic idiopathic scoliosis. Does pedicle screw instrumentation and concomitant thoracoplasty improve outcomes? Spine
Misdirected or inappropriately long screws pose risk for injuries. What are the mean bicortical screw path lengths from dorsal to ventral lateral mass cortices using Roy-Camille and Magerl techniques? Spine
Is there an association between lumbar spine facet joint osteoarthritis and low back pain? See the results from this community-based Framingham Heart Study. Spine
Patient questionnaires can potentially identify areas where care processes can be greatly improved. How reliable and valid is a Patient Continuity of Care Questionnaire in 2 different patient groups? International Journal for Quality in Health Care
Occupational spinal disorders are often associated with pain and may include psychiatric components. Study authors evaluate how these factors affect rehabilitation and return to work outcomes. Spine
Abdominal obesity may better predict cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes than BMI or measures of overall adiposity. How does exercise affect obesity-related disease risks? American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
