A Novel Mobile App-Based Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Therapy for Improvement of Knee Pain, Stiffness, and Function in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial.

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a widespread and debilitating disease that continues to plague patients. Over the past decade, neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) therapy has shown promise in alleviating knee OA-related symptoms. This study sought to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a home-based NMES therapy for reduction of pain, stiffness, and function associated with knee OA.

Hip Fracture Trends in America Between 2009 and 2016.

Background: Hip fractures are a common condition associated with high morbidity and mortality. In this study, we assess (1) yearly incidences, (2) demographic factors, (3) postoperative outcomes, (4) primary diagnoses, and (5) primary procedures.

Materials And Methods: The National Inpatient Sample was queried for patients admitted with hip fractures from 2009 to 2016 (n = 2 761 850).

Pain intensity in total hip arthroplasty patients: how communication influences satisfaction.

Introduction: An important global measure of health care quality is patient satisfaction. Patient satisfaction partially determines hospital reimbursement for procedures such as total hip arthroplasty (THA). Press Ganey (PG) survey responses assess patient satisfaction, and impact reimbursement.