Comparison of cemented and uncemented fixation in total knee arthroplasty.

As a result of reading this article, physicians should be able to :1. Understand the rationale behind using uncemented fixation in total knee arthroplasty.2.

Three solutions to a single problem: alternative casting frames for treating infantile idiopathic scoliosis.

Study Design: This is a technique article discussing 3 alternative frames for casting children with infantile scoliosis.

Objective: To provide surgeons with alternatives to expensive specialized casting tables to allow local treatment of these children utilizing readily available materials present at most institutions.

Summary Of Background: Casting for infantile scoliosis has become more popular as reports have shown promising results with this technique without the morbidity and complications associated with more invasive procedures.