September 2006

Jefferson Ranked Best Hospital in Philadelphia for Orthopedics

Here’s the latest issue of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital’s Orthopedics/Sports Medicine Online Newsletter .

Joint Replacement Is Jumpin’ at Jefferson (and Elsewhere)
Joint replacement surgery is hot – especially among baby boomers. And it’ll be hotter still with future generations.

Jefferson Surgeons Lead International Study of Spinal Surgery
When it comes to a devastating spinal injury, says spine surgeon Alexander Vaccasro, MD, timing might be nearly everything. It’s also a topic of great debate and discussion among orthopedic surgeons.

Good News for “Couch Potatoes”
A recent study suggests that even the most inactive people benefit from small amounts of exercise. For Michael G. Ciccotti, MD, Director of Sports Medicine at the Rothman Institute at Jefferson, the message is clear: When it comes to working out, doing something is better than nothing.

Test Your “Back Smarts”
Four out of five adults will experience some level of low back pain during their lifetime. Test your knowledge on this topic – and pick up a few tips for addressing low back pain.

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