Introduction: Accurate screw fixation of scaphoid fractures is essential for optimal healing and restoration of wrist function. Scaphoid fractures represent 50–80% of all carpal bone fractures and constitute about 3% of wrist fractures overall. The yearly incidence is approximate...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2231
Hip intertrochanteric fractures are associated with significant morbidity and a substantial mortality risk, with a 15% to 30% death rate in the first year following the fracture. The standard treatment for these fractures is internal fixation, typically using devices such as the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2229
Introduction: Wrist ganglion cysts are common benign lesions that may cause pain or dysfunction. While open and arthroscopic excision are standard surgical treatments, debate persists regarding their comparative outcomes, recurrence, and complication rates. Aim: This meta-analysi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2230
Introduction: Therapeutic options for the treatment of irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears, particularly in younger, active patients, are limited. Arthroscopic-assisted transfer of the Latissimus Dorsi represents a promising treatment option. Materials and Methods: We...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2228
Introduction: The term augmented osteosynthesis refers to the surgical management of a fracture by combining an osteosynthesis device with polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), or by using two plates, or a nail and a plate to increase the stability of the construct. Objective: The spec...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2227
Background: Pharmacological management of osteoarthritis (OA) and related musculoskeletal conditions often involves non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), either alone or in combination with paracetamol, to enhance efficacy and tolerability. Aceclofenac, a widely used NS...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2225
Synovial fluid (SF) and cartilage play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient motion in diarthrodial joints. At low shear rates, SF exhibits high viscosity to cushion cartilage surfaces during slow movements. As shear rates increase, viscosity declines in a characteristi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2226
Tuberculous spondylitis, a manifestation of tuberculosis (TB) in the spine, remains a significant health issue globally, with a prevalence that continues to rise, particularly in developing countries like Indonesia. Spinal tuberculosis arises from hematogenous spread, often origi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2224
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM) is a progressive degenerative condition of the cervical spine leading to spinal cord compression, primarily affecting individuals over the age of 50. This condition is the most common cause of spinal cord dysfunction in adults, characterized...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2223
Mikhail Kertajanottama Kushadiwijaya, Made Bramantya Karna, A.A Gde Yuda Asmara & Stedi Adnyana Christian·Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research·2025
Introduction: Extension contracture of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is an uncommon condition that impairs hand function, particularly when affecting the 2nd, 3rd & 4th digits. Often under-recognized, it presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Early identificati...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2222