Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Pfizer COVID vaccine performs well in youth with rheumatic diseases
Nearly all participants in the study showed complete seroconversion, in contrast to similar studies in adults.
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Traumatic Fractures Should Trigger Osteoporosis Assessment in Postmenopausal Women
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AAP updates guidance for return to sports and physical activities
For adolescents who are eligible, getting a COVID-19 vaccine may be the most important thing they can do.
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Challenges persist in adolescents with rheumatic disease transitioning to adult care
A successful transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology is crucial to maintain continuity of care for patients with rheumatic disease, but...
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Plus Placebo Is Inferior to NSAID Therapy for Arthritis Pain
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Gene-replacement therapy shows promise in X-linked myotubular myopathy
An investigational gene therapy decreases ventilator dependence and may improve motor development in children with a rare, life-threatening...
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Older adults often underestimate ability to prevent falls
A study identified the top three risk factors for falls among its participants.
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ACR issues guidances for MIS-C and pediatric rheumatic disease during pandemic
The ACR appears to be the first medical organization to review all the most current evidence to issue interim guidance with the expectations that...
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Osteoporosis, fracture risk higher in patients with IBD
MAUI, HAWAII – In the population with IBD, the risk for osteoporosis is similar in women and men, age plays a large...
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Sarcopenia associated with increased cardiometabolic risk
LOS ANGELES – Loss of lean body mass and function with aging reduces metabolically active tissue, which can lead to...