Musculoskeletal

Infrared saunas for workout recovery: still more hype than help?

Evidence for infrared saunas improving workout recovery remains limited and inconsistent, with studies showing mixed results on muscle soreness and performance.

Patellofemoral anatomy may predict cartilage damage in OA

Specific patellofemoral joint anatomical features correlate with the location and severity of cartilage damage in osteoarthritis, offering a potential predictive tool.

Melatonin: Adjunctive, non-opioid for chronic musculoskeletal pain?

Melatonin, a hormone known for sleep regulation, may reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain, offering a potential non-opioid treatment option.

Interceptions aren't just muscle: fatigue erodes decision speed

Player fatigue substantially diminishes the rate of successful ball interceptions in World Cup matches, impacting defensive efficacy and game outcomes.

World Cup Football Offers Lessons for Managing Extreme Fatigue

Elite football provides a unique model for understanding and mitigating fatigue in high-pressure, extreme conditions, with implications for clinical practice.

Knee Distraction Shows Promise in Severe Osteoarthritis

Knee joint distraction (KJD) demonstrated comparable patient-reported outcomes and structural benefits to high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in severe osteoarthritis.

Doctor Attrition Linked to Moral Injury and Systemic Pressures

Dedicated doctors are leaving medicine due to moral injury from systemic pressures, impacting patient care and workforce stability.

Unilateral Strength Training Offers Distinct Advantages for GPs

Unilateral strength training addresses bilateral deficits, enhances stability, and can aid rehabilitation, offering distinct advantages over bilateral methods.