Publications by authors named "Cdr George C Balazs"
Primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients under 50 is becoming more common. The goal of this study was to identify the diagnoses and predisposing factors for TKA prior to age 50. The Military Data Repository was queried for patients undergoing TKA prior to age 50.
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- Subacromial balloon spacers are a relatively new treatment for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears, designed to increase space in the shoulder and improve shoulder mechanics.
- Despite some short-term improvements in pain and function, research shows mixed results regarding the device's long-term effectiveness, as the balloon deflates and degrades fairly quickly.
- Alternatives like debridement or tuberoplasty may offer similar benefits, raising questions about the necessity and lasting impact of balloon spacers in treatment.
Background: Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) is thought to relate primarily to tendinosis/tendinopathy of the hip abductors. Previous studies have suggested that certain anatomic factors may predispose one to development of the condition.
Hypothesis: It was hypothesized that intrinsic acetabular bony stability of the hip is related to the development of GTPS.