News articles tagged with 'hip' (Page 4)
Cementless hip implants are durable for at least 20 years
— 2 May 2009 18:16 | HealthDespite the common perception that total hip replacements last about 10 years, researchers at Rush University Medical Centre have found that the devices are extremely durable, even…
Moderate alcohol intake associated with bone protection
— 3 Mar 2009 16:10 | HealthIn an epidemiological study of men and post-menopausal women primarily over 60 years of age, regular moderate alcohol intake was associated with greater bone mineral density (BMD).…
Bone fractures can double or triple mortality for up to 10 years
— 5 Feb 2009 14:24 | HealthA new study shows that osteoporotic fractures increase a person's risk of dying, even after relatively minor fractures if that person is elderly. With hip fractures, there is double…
Cementless cup device developed for hip replacements shows durability after more than 20 years
— 3 Feb 2009 06:26 | HealthWhen a first hip replacement fails, patients may be concerned that their options for a durable hip replacement are limited and that the prognosis is poor. However, a research study…
Healthy bones program reduces hip fractures by 37 percent
— 5 Nov 2008 15:02 | HealthProactive measures can reduce hip fracture rates by an average of 37.2 percent - and as much as 50 percent - among those at risk, according to a study conducted by Kaiser Permanente…
Hip resurfacing is not for everyone
— 4 Nov 2008 18:20 | HealthHip resurfacing is often seen as a modern alternative to the more conventional total hip replacement, but new data from a study led by Rush University Medical Centre suggest that a…
Use of prostate drug not associated with increased risk of hip fracture
— 8 Oct 2008 07:18 | HealthUse of a class of medications for treating an enlarged prostate, known as 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, are not associated with an increased hip fracture risk, according to a study…
Minimally invasive surgery cures pain caused by hip impingement
— 17 Sep 2008 22:32 | HealthThe pain due to injury caused by an impingement within the hip joint can be alleviated by means of two surgical techniques in a minimally invasive manner…
New training method for hip surgery
— 8 Feb 2008 11:48 | HealthDelegates at the British Society for Computer Aided Orthopaedic Surgery Conference will hear that results from a pilot study saw graduates 95 per cent more confident using this robotic…