Strut Onlay Allograft in Revision Arthroplasty: Osseous Union and Clinical Outcome.

Aim: To evaluate the clinical outcome and the osseous union of strut onlay allografts (SOAs) used as adjunct in revision total joint arthroplasty (TJA).

Patients And Methods: Patients that had previously undergone SOA augmentation were considered for inclusion. Patients were invited to provide information for the following: Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), EuroQol five dimension score (EQ-5D) and Parker mobility score.

Effects of a heat and moisture exchanger on respiratory function and symptoms post-cold air exercise.

Purpose: Exercise at temperatures below -15°C induces drying and cooling of lung airways which causes exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) and respiratory symptoms, especially in winter sport athletes. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether a heat and moisture exchanger (HME) worn during intense cold air exercise improves lung function and reduces respiratory symptoms in healthy winter sport athletes.

Methods: Seven active males and six active females (maximum oxygen uptake 61.