CLINICAL RESEARCH
The clinical research department conducts orthopaedic clinical trials in such sub-specialties as hand, foot, ankle, knee, hip, spine, elbow, shoulder and sports medicine.
BIOMECHANICAL RESEARCH
Our Research Lab utilizes collaboration between different subspecialties of biomedical engineers and physicians to perform various biomechanical evaluation including: synthetic bone testing, cadaver testing, computer simulations and finite element modeling.
CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION
The CME Department encourages the continuing development of healthcare professionals by offering an array of activities that enhances existing knowledge and skills and encourages improvements in patient care.
Evaluating the Role of Bearing Diameter in Dislocations After Total Hip Arthroplasty
Does maximizing bearing diameter markedly lower di...
Where a Patient Lives Could Affect Recovery After a Hip Fracture, Study Finds
Older adults who live in economically disadvantage...
Could a Presurgical Vaccine Someday Prevent PJIs in Joint Replacement Patients?
A novel presurgical vaccine strategy may prevent d...
The “Quiet Knee” Protocol Could Redefine Postoperative Recovery for TKA Patients
A new study from Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS...
Study Seeks the Ideal Technique and Construct for Aseptic Revision TKA
A study assessing re-revision total knee arthropla...
Can an AI Tool Effectively Support Patients Before and After Joint Replacement?
A study from researchers at Hospital for Special S...
Is There a Case to Be Made for Abandoning Traction During Scoliosis Surgery?
New research from Children’s Hospital Los Angele...
Low-Dose Radiation Therapy May Offer Substantial Relief for Painful Knee OA
A single course of low-dose radiation therapy may...
A Potential Way to Relieve Pain in Arthritic Knees Without Drugs or Surgery
Nearly a quarter of people over age 40 experience...
World’s First Custom Anterior Cervical Spine Surgery Combines AI and 3D Printing
UC San Diego Health is the first health system in...