While common musculoskeletal disorders receive significant attention, rare orthopedic conditions present unique challenges in diagnosis and management. Disorders such as osteogenesis imperfecta, fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, and Gorham-Stout disease often require specialized treatment strategies due to their complex nature. Many of these conditions are congenital or progressive, leading to severe skeletal deformities, chronic pain, and functional impairment. Advances in genetic research and molecular diagnostics have improved early detection and personalized treatment approaches. For individuals affected by rare orthopedic conditions, multidisciplinary care involving orthopedic surgeons, geneticists, and rehabilitation specialists is essential to optimize quality of life. Additionally, ongoing research in tissue engineering and targeted therapies holds promise for developing innovative treatments, offering hope for better long-term management. With increased awareness and advancements in medical science, the outlook for patients with these uncommon musculoskeletal disorders continues to improve.
Title : Selective denervation for persistent knee pain after total knee arthroplasty: Long-term outcomes
Shaomin Shi, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States
Title : Sports medicine pearls of the foot and ankle
Matthew B Werd, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM), United States
Title : Safety and efficacy of distraction osteogenesis for height dysphoria
Dimitrios Giotikas, LIPS Battersea Healthcare, United Kingdom
Title : A data driven approach to prehabilitation and rehabilitation for hip and knee replacement patients
Diana Hodgins, Dynamic Metrics Ltd, United Kingdom
Title : The etiological diagnosis of torticollis
Ali Al Kaissi, Ilizarov Institute, Austria
Title : The clinical status of patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis(LSS) reflects their individual decision to undergo or defer Lumbar Spinal Surgery (LSS)
Youssef Masharawi, Tel Aviv University, Israel