Certain treatment modalities can keep middle-age and elderly athletes active and reduce the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis, according to a recent review. Researchers reviewed current scientific evidence regarding recommendations for maturing athletes and the management of knee osteoarthritis (OA). Treatment…
Month: August 2013
Doubling protein intake could prevent muscle loss during dieting
Consuming twice the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of protein while adhering to a diet and exercise plan to lose weight was shown to prevent muscle loss and promote weight loss, according to recently published study results. The study included 39…
In Feb. 2012, CMS identified specific Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System codes that were considered off-the-shelf (OTS) orthoses and requested public comments on the preliminary list. After reviewing approximately 185 comments, CMS released a summary of responses, as well as…
CMS releases 2014 HCPCS codes for OTS orthoses
In Feb. 2012, CMS identified specific Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System codes that were considered off-the-shelf (OTS) orthoses and requested public comments on the preliminary list. After reviewing approximately 185 comments, CMS released a summary of responses, as well as…
Researchers found that moderate physical activity does not increase the risk of radiographic knee osteoarthritis in patients who are 45 years or older, according to research from the Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project. “This study shows that engaging in physical activity…
AOPA announces inaugural World Congress
The American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association is hosting the inaugural World Congress Sept. 18-20 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The meeting is hosted by AOPA and its organizing partners, including the Amputee Coalition, the…
CMS releases transcript, audio file of prosthetic template forum
The transcript and audio file of the July 31 Suggested Electronic Clinical Template for Lower Limb Prostheses Open Door Forum are now available in the downloads section on the CMS Special Open Door Forum webpage. CMS is hosting a series…
High levels of bisphenol A increased obesity and abnormal waist circumference-to-height ratio in children, according to findings in Pediatrics. “Manufacturers have been voluntarily recalling [bisphenol A] products due to suspicion about the toxic effects on children and other vulnerable populations,”…
High levels of bisphenol A increased obesity and abnormal waist circumference-to-height ratio in children, according to findings in Pediatrics. “Manufacturers have been voluntarily recalling [bisphenol A] products due to suspicion about the toxic effects on children and other vulnerable populations,”…
Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in an early accountable care organization in Massachusetts showed a reduction in spending for their health care; however, there was not an improvement in the quality of care, according to a study published in the Journal of…