Sports medicine

Medacta further expands in Rancate, Switzerland, doubling its production capability to support the future growth

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Saturday, December 30, 2023
Growth, Investment, Patient, Distribution center, Sports medicine

Built on strong values, our growth confirms our dedication to fostering our international expansion to meet patients, medical professionals, and healthcare systems’ needs and expectations.

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  • Built on strong values, our growth confirms our dedication to fostering our international expansion to meet patients, medical professionals, and healthcare systems’ needs and expectations.
  • We are excited to keep making investments in our future here in Switzerland, Ticino, where our company was founded,” says Francesco Siccardi, CEO of Medacta.
  • Medacta's continuous investment and commitment to the Castel San Pietro and Rancate facilities is fundamental for the Company’s forecasted growth.
  • In total, Medacta plants in Ticino are foreseen to cover more than 36,800 square meters.

Stepping Into Winter: Watch Out for Common Foot and Ankle Injuries

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
Tendinopathy, Family, Heel, Friends, Fungus, Pain, DRS, Snow, Holiday, Foot, Sprain, Frostbite, Swelling, Shoe, Weather, Orthopedic surgery, Ice, Patient, Sports medicine, Leg, Ankle, Sports equipment

Unfortunately, the accumulation of ice and snow can make sidewalks and roads slippery, which can lead to slips, falls and foot and ankle injuries.

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  • Unfortunately, the accumulation of ice and snow can make sidewalks and roads slippery, which can lead to slips, falls and foot and ankle injuries.
  • Watch out for common foot and ankle injuries and follow advice from foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons to help you stay pain free this winter and enjoy the holidays with family and friends.
  • “The slick surfaces can cause rotational injuries to the foot and ankle,” he said.
  • Keeping your feet as dry as possible will help prevent athlete’s foot as well as cold-related foot injuries such as frostbite, he said.

Bay FC Announces Historic Sponsorship with Sutter Health as First Founding Partner, Front-of-Kit Partner and Official Medical Provider

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Partnership, Football League First Division, PayPal Park, Athlete, MLS, Woman, Physician, Hope, NWSL, Health, Parent, SAN, Education, Football, Loyola University, San Jose Earthquakes, Sport, Negotiation, Oakland Raiders, Sutter Health, Summer Olympic Games, Patient, Organization, Loyola University Chicago, Sports medicine, History, Nursing

Sutter Health, a leading Northern California-based not-for-profit integrated health system, will be the team’s front-of-kit sponsor and Official Medical Provider through 2028.

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  • Sutter Health, a leading Northern California-based not-for-profit integrated health system, will be the team’s front-of-kit sponsor and Official Medical Provider through 2028.
  • Together, Bay FC and Sutter will invest in community health and wellness programs for young people with an emphasis on young women.
  • Sutter Health will be the Official Medical Provider and provide dedicated resources for player health, including access to specialty care, for the team.
  • Legends, a global premium experiences company, represented Bay FC in sourcing and negotiating the historic partnership with Sutter Health.

National Academy of Sports Medicine® Premieres Mindful Drinking as its Latest Wellness Course

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Mindfulness, Culture, Food, Nova Southeastern University, Proxemics, Drinking, USA Today, NSU, Health, Imbibe, National academy, Socialization, Health coaching, Sleep, Social media, Overalls, NASM, Sports medicine, Generation Z, Esquire, Interior design

The mindful drinking movement is trending - fueled primarily by Gen Z, who in 2022 was the fastest growing demographic of non-alcoholic-drink consumers.

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  • The mindful drinking movement is trending - fueled primarily by Gen Z, who in 2022 was the fastest growing demographic of non-alcoholic-drink consumers.
  • This mindful drinking trend, amplified by social media influencers, has contributed to the popularity of increasingly sophisticated no and low alcohol cocktails.
  • “The end goal of the Mindful Drinking course is to empower people with strategies for making choices and changes related to drinking alcohol,” said Brown.
  • To explore NASM’s Mindful Drinking course and what you can expect to learn, visit: www.nasm.org/mindfuldrinking

Anika Announces First Surgeries Performed using the Integrity™ Implant System, a Regenerative Hyaluronic Acid-Based Patch System for Rotator Cuff Repairs, Commencing Limited Market Release

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
FDA, Surgeon, PET, PEEK, Integrity, Collagen, MD, Therapy, University, PLGA, Elective surgery, Patient, Sports medicine, Foot

BEDFORD, Mass., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Anika Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANIK), a global joint preservation company focused on early intervention orthopedics, today announced that the first surgeries using the Integrity Implant System were successfully performed by Dr. Christopher Baker at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa, FL. Integrity, comprised of a hyaluronic acid-based scaffold with bone and tendon fixation components and single use arthroscopic delivery instruments, is designed to protect an injured tendon and promote healing in rotator cuff repair and other tendon procedures. The system was fully cleared by the FDA in August of 2023. This marks the beginning of the limited U.S. market release ahead of schedule that will ramp to a full market release during the first quarter of 2024.

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  • This marks the beginning of the limited U.S. market release ahead of schedule that will ramp to a full market release during the first quarter of 2024.
  • “The HA-based scaffold, together with the instrumentation and fixation components, provide a seamless, efficient, and elegant rotator cuff repair solution.
  • The launch of Integrity continues Anika’s release of differentiated products to support shoulder surgeons and a portfolio built around rotator cuff disease.
  • These solutions position Anika to be a compelling partner for surgeons and facilities when treating all types of rotator cuff pathologies.

OrthoAtlanta Provides On-the-field Coverage for 2023 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Game

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Thursday, December 28, 2023
Partnership, Physician, Peach Bowl, Medical director, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, University of Mississippi, Bowl, CFP, Orthopedic surgery, Ohio State University, Pennsylvania State University, Sports medicine, Nursing

ATLANTA, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is proud to serve as the official orthopedic and sports medicine provider to the 2023 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 30, at noon E.T., in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Pairing No. 11 Ole Miss against No. 10 Penn State, this year's matchup represents only the sixth Big Ten vs. SEC matchup in the Bowl's history, but will be the second-consecutive showdown between the conferences following last year's CFP Semifinal that featured No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 1 Georgia. It also marks the first-ever meeting between the two programs.

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  • OrthoAtlanta provides on-site orthopedic medical services on game day and throughout Bowl Week to the players of both teams, their coaches, staff and officials.
  • OrthoAtlanta has served as the official sports medicine provider to the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl for more than 20 years, and is recognized by Peach Bowl, Inc., as one of its longest-running sponsor partners.
  • In conjunction with the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, OrthoAtlanta also hosts a medical team dinner for both teams during Bowl Week, allowing them to socialize in a casual setting, a service no other bowl game provides.
  • "OrthoAtlanta physicians and medical staff work together with Peach Bowl, Inc., staff, the teams and officials, to deliver top medical service to the Bowl and Aflac Kickoff Game each year," said Gary Stokan, Peach Bowl, Inc. CEO and president.

AKC Canine Health Foundation Celebrates $2.6 million in New Research Funding in 2023

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Injury, ALS, AKC, Veterinary medicine, Athlete, Spondylosis, Research, Epilepsy, Health, Reproductive medicine, Organic, Environmental health, Clinical trial, Cancer, CHF, Dog, Knowledge, Publication, DCM, Dobermann, Gene editing, Sports medicine

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, celebrates $2.6 million awarded for canine health research grants and educational programs in 2023.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, celebrates $2.6 million awarded for canine health research grants and educational programs in 2023.
  • Newly awarded grants provide funding for several studies with a One Health implication – a concept that recognizes the interconnected relationship of animal, human, and environmental health.
  • While canine health must be the primary outcome of such research, knowledge gained may also benefit human medicine.
  • The American Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation/Theriogenology Foundation Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program provided funding for reproductive medicine and clinical genetics training at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

Tennessee Integrative Medical Doctor Endorses DigestShield®

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Tom Rogers, founder of Performance Medicine (Johnson City, Kingsport, Knoxville), is Fellowship Trained and Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, and Board Certified in Sports Medicine from the American Academy of Anti-Aging (A4M). He earned his MD from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of South Carolina.

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  • He earned his MD from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of South Carolina.
  • As part of his diagnosis method, Dr. Rogers asks his patients, "How is your gut?"
  • The reason for asking is that a healthy gut contributes to the immune system's effectiveness and other organ functions.
  • Cost-Effective: DigestShield® can be purchased using FSA or HSA accounts, making it a financially sound choice for maintaining digestive health.

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics Expands Footprint and Services with Addition of Winchester Orthopaedic Associates

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Family, Partnership, Person-centered therapy, Physician, Occupational therapy, Pound (currency), Private practice, Health, Associate, Growth, Therapy, Sports medicine, Dentistry

BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics (CAO), one of the largest providers of orthopaedic care in the country, continues its growth across the Mid-Atlantic with the addition of Winchester Orthopaedic Associates into its growing family of integrated care centers. This move marks further expansion of the CAO practice in Virginia and now brings the organization's trusted brand to West Virginia.

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  • The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics, one of the leading musculoskeletal practices in the Mid-Atlantic, adds 31 providers to its practice.
  • BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics (CAO), one of the largest providers of orthopaedic care in the country, continues its growth across the Mid-Atlantic with the addition of Winchester Orthopaedic Associates into its growing family of integrated care centers.
  • Winchester Orthopaedic Associates, known for its expertise in general orthopaedic surgery, physical therapy, and occupational therapy, brings 31 new skilled professionals to CAO.
  • "As we celebrate CAO's 10th anniversary, we are excited to welcome our colleagues at Winchester Orthopaedic Associates.

The Orthopaedic Research Society to Celebrate 70 Years at Their 2024 ORS Annual Meeting

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Health Technology, Radiology, Surgery, Physical Therapy, General Health, Women, Seniors, Teens, Men, Children, Biotechnology, Science, Other Science, Consumer, Research, Health, Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement, Orthopaedic Research Society, ORS, MESA, Annual general meeting, Infant, Hope, Mathematics, Osteoarthritis, Spine, Surgeon, Cartilage, Artificial intelligence, Arthritis, DVM, Machine learning, System, Friends, MD, DSM-IV codes, Pain, Sports medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, MRI, Open Door, Veterinary medicine, Management, STEM, Engineering

The Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) seeks to support and promote musculoskeletal research that will make life easier for those affected by these debilitating disorders.

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  • The Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) seeks to support and promote musculoskeletal research that will make life easier for those affected by these debilitating disorders.
  • The ORS will celebrate “70 Years of Advancing Research to Keep the World Moving” at their 2024 ORS Annual Meeting, February 2-6 in Long Beach, CA.
  • Kurt Hankenson, DVM, MS, PhD, President of the ORS Board of Directors states, "The ORS Annual Meeting is the premier conference devoted to orthopaedic research and musculoskeletal health in the world.
  • ORS member Brian Feeley, MD says, “The ORS Annual Meeting is my favorite meeting of the year.