Arthroscopy
Study results from M. Deie and colleagues broaden understanding of arthroscopy
Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, December 2nd, 2007
According to recent research from Japan, "The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical results of a new distraction arthroplasty device when used in conjunction with a bone marrow-stimulating technique for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee We developed a new distraction arthroplasty device that allows continuous joint movement. We compared preoperative and postoperative findings for 6 knees (6 patients; age range, 42 to 58 years)."
"The fixation period for the distraction device ranged from 7 to 13 weeks, and the follow-up period ranged from 1 to 3.5 years The Japanese Orthopaedic Association knee score, range of motion, and joint space values were...
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