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Research shows early bone growth linked to bone density later in life

A study published in Osteoporosis International shows that growth in early childhood can affect bone density in adult life, which could lead to an increased risk for the development of bone diseases like osteoporosis.

Researchers from the University of Southampton, in collaboration with a research group in Delhi, India, studied the relationship between height and body mass index (BMI) during childhood and with bone mass density in adulthood.

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Study suggests osteoarthritis results from inflammatory processes, not just wear and tear
Study examines hospital compliance with proposed emergency department performance measures
Continuous epicapsular infusion of anesthetic effective for post THA pain

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 Orthopedics Today, January 2012  
From the gridiron to the OR: Orthopedist recounts journey as an NFL player Gregory L. Primus, MD
Gregory L. Primus

Few people get to live out their dreams, and even fewer get to live out two. Gregory L. Primus, MD, is one of the latter — the Chicago-based orthopedic sports specialist has fulfilled his dreams of becoming a professional athlete and an orthopedic surgeon.

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Prevention and Management of Common Fracture Complications

Prevention and Management of Common Fracture Complications offers a single and complete resource to readily answer all fracture complication questions and is ideal for orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic residents, and medical students interested in orthopedic surgery.

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