March 02, 2026

FDA Okays Weekly Option in Achondroplasia

Navepegritide is described as the first therapy to deliver continuous C-type natriuretic peptide exposure over a weekly dosing interval in eligible pediatric patients.

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March 02, 2026

Evolving Strategies in UCL Management: Repair vs. Reconstruction in the Modern Throwing Athlete

Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury of the elbow — once considered career-ending for overhead athletes — is now a highly treatable condition with predictable return-to-play outcomes. Yet the surgical strategy is no longer one-size-fits-all.

Baptist Health South Florida

February 27, 2026

Early Hip Fracture Surgery Safe in Patients on DOACs

Multicenter cohort findings indicate that early surgery in patients on direct oral anticoagulants was associated with shorter hospitalization without increased bleeding.

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February 25, 2026

Unstable Weber B Fractures: Cast vs Surgery

Study compares treatment approaches for a type of lateral malleolus fracture deemed unstable on stress testing

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February 23, 2026

Sleep Disruption and Osteoarthritis Risk

Investigators find that short sleep, insomnia, and night shift work are associated with increased risk of knee and hip osteoarthritis and joint replacement.

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February 16, 2026

Orthopaedic surgeon recognized as one of 20 emerging leaders in spine care

SpineLine has named Hao?Hua Wu, MD to its 2025 20?Under?40 list, highlighting him as one of the nation’s rising leaders shaping the future of spine care.

UCI Health

February 16, 2026

Shoulder MRI: Rethinking Findings

Routine imaging may detect age-related tendon changes that do not explain patient-reported shoulder pain.

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February 12, 2026

Do Education Programs Reduce Anxiety Before Arthroplasty? 

Systematic review finds modest reductions in anxiety and pain, but limited impact on other outcomes 

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February 09, 2026

Poststroke Spasticity, Seen Too Late

New guidance from the American Heart Association addresses delayed recognition of poststroke spasticity and outlines opportunities to improve timing of rehabilitation care.

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