Q&A: Touted as non-contact, flag football is still a game of hard knocks
Pigskin passers are invading athletic fields once dominated by soccer and lacrosse teams. But these blitzers aren't suited up like gladiators.
Jan 9, 2026
0
10
Orthopedics news
Shared genes may influence both artery calcification and bone density
A new study published suggests that the connection between coronary artery calcification—a measure of calcium buildup in the arteries—and bone mineral density may be driven in part by shared genetic factors, rather than one ...
Jan 8, 2026
0
8
People as young as 50 can need a hip replacement. Here's everything you need to know about this common surgery
Around 117,000 people living in England and Wales had a hip replacement in 2024. Although hip replacements are often thought of as a surgery that mainly older people need, reports from previous years show that around 43% ...
Jan 8, 2026
0
14
Amid a rise in knee injuries, tips for prevention and recovery
Does it seem like the number of people you know who have sustained knee injuries has increased recently? That's likely because of a rising incidence rate in acute knee injuries, as documented and analyzed in a 2022 study.
Jan 7, 2026
0
10
Semaglutide improves knee replacements for patients with diabetes
For those with type 2 diabetes who have knee osteoarthritis, getting a knee replacement can be difficult because they are more likely to have surgical complications.
Jan 6, 2026
0
12
Schizophrenia and osteoporosis share 195 genetic loci, highlighting unexpected biological bridges between brain and bone
A comprehensive genetic investigation led by Dr. Feng Liu at Tianjin Medical University General Hospital has uncovered striking molecular connections between schizophrenia and bone health, identifying 195 shared genetic loci ...
Jan 6, 2026
0
77
Three common injuries skiers should watch out for this season
Ski season is well underway, and those in search of Alpine air and exhilaration will be taking to the slopes. But while skiing is a pastime many enjoy, it's also fraught with injury.
Jan 5, 2026
0
8
Orthopedics can play critical role in identifying intimate partner violence
A study by researchers at Mass General Brigham highlights the opportunity for orthopedic surgeons to play a critical role in identifying patients who have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV). While orthopedic surgeons ...
Jan 5, 2026
0
8
Study finds that where a patient lives affects recovery after a hip fracture
Older adults who live in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods spend significantly fewer days at home in the year after a fall-related hip fracture than those living in more affluent areas, according to a large U.S. study ...
Dec 23, 2025
0
18
Lesser-known remedy for ankle arthritis
A somewhat uncommon procedure is proving to be an effective solution for problems associated with ankle arthritis.
Dec 22, 2025
0
10
