Beyond NSAIDs: Could Proton-Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Also Increase Nonunion Risk?
by Vince Vacketta, DPM Orthopedic surgeons have long debated the effect of NSAIDs on bone healing. The spine literature, in particular, shows an increased risk of pseudarthrosis following prolonged or high-dose postoperative use. But NSAIDs may not be the only commonly prescribed medications that deserve our attention. Retrospective review of hindfoot and ankle arthrodesis A new study suggests chronic PPI therapy may also negatively impact fusion healing following hindf
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What's the Latest Buzz in Biologics?
Bone grafts are widely available, but finding ones backed by solid level-1 evidence is a challenge. It’s refreshing to see a company...
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Did Synthetic Bone Grafts Just Hit a Home Run?
It might be time to step up to the plate with synthetic bone biologic stimulation. The evolution of these materials has been a real...
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Are Noninvasive Bone Stimulators Still a Thing?
Noninvasive bone growth stimulators use electrical or magnetic fields and ultrasonic signals to promote bone growth in conjunction with...
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