Orthopedics (Audio)

Participation by women in sports is at an all time high - and so is their injury rate. Sara L. Edwards, MD reviews the most common sports injuries for women, their causes, and treatments. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37508]

Low back pain is very common but can improve or resolve with proper care and treatment. Peter I-Kung Wu, MD, PhD explains the various causes of mechanical lower back pain, how they are diagnosed, and effective treatments. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37507]

UC Berkeley researchers have created a new device that combines wearable biosensors with artificial intelligence software to help recognize what hand gesture a person intends to make based on electrical signal patterns in the forearm. The device paves the way for better prosthetic control and seamless interaction with electronic devices. Series: "UC Berkeley News" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 37369]

Prolonged exposure to microgravity experienced by astronauts in space is known to cause low back pain and a heightened risk of intervertebral disc herniations following space flight. Jeff Lotz, Professor, Vice Chair for Research, UCSF Orthopaedic Surgery, discusses what has been learned about back pain and spinal degeneration. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 37079]

Chelsea Bahney, PhD, gives an overview of how bones heal. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36887]

Foot and ankle injuries are common for both the weekend warrior and the professional athlete. Dr. Sonya Ahmed, a former competitive athlete herself, discusses the importance of adequate stretching. Series: "Health Matters" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36772]

Almost 6 million people worldwide die from traumatic injuries every year. A quarter of those injuries result from traffic accidents and mostly affects young adults who provide for their families. The team from the UCSF Institute for Global Orthopedics and Traumatology provide training to surgeons around the world. The result have shown a 93% surgical success rate in preventing amputations. Series: "The Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36422]

Traumatic injuries are the largest health crisis in the world today. UCSF's Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology provides advanced surgical education for surgeons in developing countries to improve the level of orthopedic care. Series: "The Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36423]

Kenneth Leung, UCSF Department of Physical Therapy, explores how postural syndrome creates muscle imbalances. Fascia, or connective tissue, helps muscles communicate. See how to keep this important part of your body supple to improve your mobility and decrease pain. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36413]

UCSF Orthopedic Department surgeons are specially trained to mend complex fractures all over the body. The Orthopedic Trauma Institute is a collaboration between UCSF and the San Francisco General Hospital. Series: "What is the Orthopaedic Trauma Institute?" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36082]