Walking speed greater than 1 m/s in the preoperative period can significantly foretell better functional recovery after total ...

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. A simple 10-meter walking test before surgery may help clinicians and patients identify the optimal timing for hip replacement and set realistic expectations for ...

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Total hip arthroplasty is a common treatment for hip osteoarthritis. However, clinical outcomes vary between patients, and the best timing for surgery remains unclear. Now, researchers at Kyushu ...

Total hip arthroplasty (hip replacement) is a common treatment for hip osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease caused by cartilage in the hip joint wearing down. However, clinical outcomes vary ...

Provision of walking aids and related training for older adults in the emergency department may improve mobility and reduce ...

A groundbreaking study suggests that a seemingly minor change in your stride can be an incredibly early and important marker ...

The Food and Drug Administration has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to zilganersen for the treatment of Alexander disease.

Taking longer than usual to walk a certain distance is seen as one of the major signs of frailty.

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Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: IONS) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted ...

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