Infections and inflammatory conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system pose significant challenges due to their potential to cause severe pain, joint damage, and long-term disability. Musculoskeletal infections and inflammatory disorders encompass conditions such as septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis, each requiring specialized diagnostic and treatment approaches. Advances in molecular diagnostics, including PCR-based assays and biomarker analysis, have enhanced early detection, allowing for timely and targeted interventions. Innovative treatment strategies now include biologic therapies that modulate immune responses, reducing inflammation and preventing disease progression. Additionally, research into antimicrobial coatings for implants and bioengineered tissue therapies is improving infection control in post-surgical cases. As the understanding of immune-mediated mechanisms deepens, personalized therapeutic approaches are emerging, offering new hope for patients dealing with these complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Title : The effect of OTC N-acetyl-cysteine on cobaltemia and cobalturia from cobalt-chromium orthopedic implants
Stephen S Tower, University of Alaska Anchorage, United States
Title : A data driven approach to prehabilitation and rehabilitation for hip and knee replacement patients
Diana Hodgins, Dynamic Metrics Ltd, United Kingdom
Title : AI-Driven infrared imaging and telerobotics in orthopedics: Enhancing diagnostics, surgical precision, and postoperative care
Marcos Brioschi, American Academy of Thermology, United States
Title : Revolutionizing orthopedics: The future of biomechanics through artificial intelligence
Moataz Eltoukhy, University of Miami, United States
Title : The etiological diagnosis of torticollis
Ali Al Kaissi, Ilizarov Institute, Austria
Title : Selective denervation for persistent knee pain after total knee arthroplasty: Long-term outcomes
Shaomin Shi, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States