Sports medicine

First-of-its-Kind Study from University of Exeter and Pvolve Researches Impact of Exercise on Women Pre and Post Menopause

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

While women make up a large portion of the $100 billion global fitness market, they have historically been underrepresented in consumer research.

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  • While women make up a large portion of the $100 billion global fitness market, they have historically been underrepresented in consumer research.
  • In its Healthy Aging Study, Pvolve specifically addressed the physiological changes in aging women and the need to provide them with tailored exercise programs.
  • When engaged in a workout like Pvolve’s functional approach, the University of Exeter observed that women can experience many benefits.
  • Researchers found participants3 who consistently engaged in the Pvolve Method compared to a standard exercise routine4 noticed:
    The Healthy Aging study was conducted by the University of Exeter, which recruited 72 women aged 40-60 years old.

SLAM! Students to Share Their Talents at School Choice Week Film Festival

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Next week, a film festival with live performances featuring videos of charter school students in four states will be streamed live from SLAM!

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  • Next week, a film festival with live performances featuring videos of charter school students in four states will be streamed live from SLAM!
  • Tampa, highlighting students' gifts and celebrating school spirit during National School Choice Week.
  • A $500 award for a School Choice Week party at the winning student's school.
  • Film Festival, there will be more than 2,500 celebrations of School Choice Week across Florida.

Thermal Custom Packaging Launches Grant Contest for First Responders

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Founded by doctors, TCP is committed to public health and safety as the company prepares to give back to its community through a grant contest.

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  • Founded by doctors, TCP is committed to public health and safety as the company prepares to give back to its community through a grant contest.
  • TCP seeks to recognize and assist the dedicated men and women who serve on the front lines of emergency response.
  • "Not only do we want to express our gratitude for their efforts through this grant contest, but also provide support to help them continue their essential work."
  • The grant awards will be determined based on various criteria, including impact on the community and commitment to continuous improvement.

Australia’s approach to musculoskeletal injury care and reimbursement demands rethink: Report

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Sunday, January 14, 2024

Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology business, today announces a new report examining musculoskeletal injury care and reimbursement in Australia that urges health payers and providers to resolve system-wide challenges hindering positive patient pathways from primary settings through to recovery.

Key Points: 
  • Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology business, today announces a new report examining musculoskeletal injury care and reimbursement in Australia that urges health payers and providers to resolve system-wide challenges hindering positive patient pathways from primary settings through to recovery.
  • The Economist Impact - Musculoskeletal Injuries in Australia Report outlines the growing number of meniscal injury (MI) and rotator cuff (RC) injuries in Australia.
  • We know that access to care is dwindling, as elective surgery queues are getting bigger, and pathways are inconsistent between different clinicians and providers.
  • And second, in their access to the new and enormous amounts of data that’s coming out in this area.”
    Please see the report here: https://impact.economist.com/perspectives/health/musculoskeletal-injurie...
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Vericel Announces Preliminary Full-Year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vericel Corporation (NASDAQ:VCEL), a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, today announced preliminary, unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Full-Year Total Revenue Expected to be Approximately $197.5 Million, Representing 20% Growth, with Fourth Quarter Revenue Growth of 23% to $65 Million
    MACI Full-Year Revenue Expected to be Approximately $164.8 Million, Representing 25% Growth, with Fourth Quarter Revenue Growth of 22% to $56.7M
    CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vericel Corporation (NASDAQ:VCEL), a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, today announced preliminary, unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
  • “We enter 2024 with a great deal of momentum and expect another year of high revenue growth and increasing profitability driven by continued strong execution with our core products, a full year of NexoBrid on the U.S. market and the anticipated launch of arthroscopic MACI later this year.”
    Vericel is scheduled to present at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference at 10:30 a.m.
  • ET (7:30 a.m. PT) on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
  • A webcast of the presentation will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Vericel Corporation website at: http://investors.vcel.com .

Medacta’s QUADRA-H hip stem achieves 13A* exemplary quality rating from the British Orthopaedic Data Evaluation Panel (ODEP)

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Monday, January 8, 2024

QUADRA-H is part of the QUADRA System , a comprehensive system of rectangular straight stems to be used in both primary and revision surgeries.

Key Points: 
  • QUADRA-H is part of the QUADRA System , a comprehensive system of rectangular straight stems to be used in both primary and revision surgeries.
  • Available in an extensive range of sizes for multiple stem versions, QUADRA system allows for a high personalized approach.
  • The X-acta is a cemented double-tapered femoral stem intended to be implanted with a uniform cement mantle about 2 mm thick around the stem.
  • Institute is at the forefront of education on hip procedures and products with personalized, high-level educational pathways.

COLD WEATHER PLATFORM TENNIS SEASON IS HERE: TIPS TO AVOID INJURY AND 'PADDLE ON'

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Monday, January 8, 2024

"We see a lot of racquet sport patients in our clinics," explains Dr. Ghannad.

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  • "We see a lot of racquet sport patients in our clinics," explains Dr. Ghannad.
  • "At this time of year, we frequently treat upper and lower body injuries to platform tennis players.
  • The sport involves a mix of speed, agility, and quick energy bursts, which makes athletes more susceptible to injury.
  • "Platform tennis is a great way to exercise in the winter and I don't want to discourage anyone from playing it," says Dr. Ghannad.

Mercy Announces New Leaders to Enhance Services in Neurosciences, Surgery and GI, Women and Children

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Monday, January 8, 2024

These new leaders will improve patient access across Mercy, while developing impactful strategies, identifying areas for investment and improving performance.

Key Points: 
  • These new leaders will improve patient access across Mercy, while developing impactful strategies, identifying areas for investment and improving performance.
  • Connor, who now leads neurosciences, brings experience from his role as chief operating officer at Health First in Melbourne, Florida.
  • This strategic approach will provide our patients with increased access to low-cost, high-quality health care services everywhere that Mercy serves."
  • Mercy is actively interviewing candidates for the final service line president position in cardiovascular care, reinforcing the commitment to comprehensive and integrated health care services.

Fitness Supreme Introduces Certified Female Personal Trainers Tailored for Dubai's Diverse Demographics

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Monday, January 8, 2024

The initiative caters to a target audience, including women who feel more at ease working with female trainers.

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  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - January 8, 2024) - Fitness Supreme, a Dubai-based personal training business, has announced that it now has certified female personal trainers in its roster.
  • This strategic initiative aims to cater to Muslim conservative women and others who prefer female trainers.
  • To make fitness more attainable for women of all backgrounds, clients can get personal trainers to come to their building gym, home, or favourite park.
  • The trainers will offer custom workouts to ensure that fitness is not a one-size-fits-all approach but a personalized journey tailored to individual needs."

Alaska Surgeon Dr. Brad Sparks Introduces Handheld Technology and Muscle Sparing Procedure for Total Knee Replacement

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Brad Sparks, orthopedic surgeon, now offers technology-assisted replacement with Lantern® along with the Jiffy Knee procedure, a surgeon developed technique designed for less pain and faster recovery.

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  • ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Brad Sparks, orthopedic surgeon, now offers technology-assisted replacement with Lantern® along with the Jiffy Knee procedure, a surgeon developed technique designed for less pain and faster recovery.
  • Dr. Sparks has been instrumental in introducing innovative surgical solutions to the Alaska Fracture & Orthopedic Clinic .
  • Notably, he is the first and only surgeon in the state of Alaska to perform the Jiffy Knee procedure.
  • In addition to the Jiffy Knee procedure, Dr. Sparks utilizes OrthAlign's Lantern system, a handheld technology that provides surgeons intraoperative information in total knee replacements to deliver accurate, patient-specific care.