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Association of Central Acetabular Osteophytes With Microinstability and Increased Combined Anteversion in Borderline Dysplasia Hips

This study investigates the relationship between central acetabular osteophytes (CAOs) and microinstability in hips with borderline developmental dysplasia (BDDH). The authors found that BDDH hips with CAOs exhibited higher rates of microinstability, ligamentum teres tears, and increased combined anteversion compared to those without CAOs, suggesting that CAOs may serve as a radiographic marker for instability and early osteoarthritis in this patient population.

Changes in Rate and Indications for Remplissage When Performing Arthroscopic Bankart Repair for Anterior Shoulder Instability

The authors aimed to investigate trends in the utilization and indications for remplissage as an adjunct to arthroscopic Bankart repair (ABR) for anterior shoulder instability from 2012 to 2024. They found that the use of remplissage increased 4.5-fold over the study period, with most patients presenting with near-track or on-track lesions, indicating a shift towards broader application of the procedure beyond traditional indications. The study highlights the need for further research to assess whether these changes in practice lead to improved patient outcomes.

Corrigendum to "Return to Sport Following Elbow Dislocation: A Systematic Review"

This corrigendum addresses errors in the previously published systematic review titled "Return to Sport Following Elbow Dislocation." The original article aimed to evaluate factors influencing the return to sports after elbow dislocation, and this correction ensures the accuracy of the findings presented.

Four-Strand Short Graft Failure Loads of Half-Peroneus Longus Tendon Grafts Compared With Full Semitendinosus Tendon Grafts

The authors aimed to compare the load to failure of half-peroneus longus tendon (PLT) grafts with full semitendinosus tendon (STT) grafts in a short 4-strand configuration for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Their findings revealed that half-PLT grafts exhibited a significantly lower mean load to failure (964.5 N) compared to STT grafts (1291 N), suggesting that surgeons should exercise caution when using half-PLT grafts in ACL surgeries. The study supports the use of full PLT grafts as a viable alternative to STT grafts.

Females Meet Return to Sport Criteria at Lower Rates Than Males 9 Months After ACL Reconstruction

The authors aimed to investigate sex-based differences in return-to-sport (RTS) testing metrics following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in adolescent athletes. Their findings revealed that females met RTS criteria at significantly lower rates than males, with only 44.2% of patients passing quadriceps strength testing and 50% passing the ACL-Return to Sport after Injury scale at 9 months post-operation, suggesting that the standard RTS timeline may be inadequate for many athletes.

Evaluating movement breaks as a public health strategy to mitigate the harms of prolonged sitting: a large-scale pragmatic intervention

This study investigates the effectiveness and feasibility of implementing brief, regular movement breaks as a public health strategy to counteract the negative effects of prolonged sitting. Conducted with over 19,000 adults, the findings indicate that movement breaks significantly improved psychosocial outcomes, such as reducing fatigue and enhancing positive affect, with hourly breaks providing the optimal balance between feasibility and effectiveness. The results support the potential of movement breaks as a viable intervention to mitigate the harms associated with sedentary behavior.

Reverse Microfracture for Acetabular Wave Signs: Clinical and MRI Outcomes at Minimum 2-Year Follow-up

The authors aimed to evaluate the clinical and imaging outcomes of reverse microfracture as a treatment for acetabular wave signs in patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). Their findings indicated significant improvements in pain and function scores, with MRI results showing no additional cartilage damage post-procedure. However, the study's retrospective design and lack of a control group limit the ability to attribute these improvements solely to the reverse drilling technique.

Recovery and Return to Sport in Pediatric Osteochondral Defects of the Knee: Evaluating the Influence of Lesion Size

This study investigates how lesion size affects patient characteristics, treatment decisions, and recovery outcomes in pediatric patients with osteochondral defects (OCDe) of the knee. The authors hypothesized that larger lesions would lead to worse outcomes and delayed return-to-sport (RTS) compared to smaller lesions. Results indicated that while lesion size influenced surgical choices, it did not significantly affect mid-term patient-reported outcomes, although smaller lesions were associated with quicker recovery times in the absence of ligament injuries.

Optimising exercise prescription for cancer-related fatigue, lean mass, physical function and muscle strength in women with breast cancer: a systematic review with dose-response network meta-analysis

The authors aimed to systematically review and analyze the dose-response relationship of different exercise modalities—aerobic, resistance, and combined exercise—on cancer-related fatigue, lean mass, physical function, and muscle strength in women with breast cancer during and after treatment. They found that combined exercise was most effective for reducing fatigue and increasing lean mass, while resistance exercise was superior for enhancing physical function and muscle strength, with significant benefits observed at relatively low exercise doses. The study highlights the potential for tailored exercise prescriptions to improve outcomes in this population.

Morphological Characteristics After Single Versus Recurrent Traumatic Posterior Shoulder Dislocation Events

The authors aimed to quantify and compare the morphological consequences of single versus recurrent traumatic posterior shoulder dislocations, specifically focusing on posterior glenoid bone loss (pGBL), glenoid version, reverse Hill-Sachs lesions, and acromial morphology. Their findings revealed that recurrent dislocations resulted in significantly greater pGBL compared to single dislocations, while no significant differences were observed in glenoid version or reverse Hill-Sachs lesion dimensions. The study highlights the importance of early recognition and intervention to prevent further bone loss in patients at risk of recurrent dislocations.