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Jul 21, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked world of younger adults living with osteoarthritis. Associate Professor Anthony Perruccio joins us to explore why people develop osteoarthritis and the unique challenges faced by younger individuals with the disease. We discuss key risk factors such as age, sex, weight, genetics, prior joint injuries, and muscle strength.
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Jul 18, 2024 | 
jamanetwork.com | Isdin Oke |David Hunter |Alison Galbraith |Natalie Slopen
Vision Screening in Children—Reply Gaps in the Vision Screening Pathway for School-Aged US Children Isdin Oke, MD, MPH; Natalie Slopen, ScD; Alison A. Galbraith, MD, MPH; David G. Hunter, MD, PhD; Ann Chen Wu, MD, MPH Vision Screening for Children Diane M. Jarrett, EdD, MA Vision Screening for Children Benjamin G.
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Jul 7, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
In this week's episode, we explore how knee osteoarthritis affects the way people walk. Experts Dr. Kathryn Bacon and Associate Professor Deepak Kumar from Boston University explain that osteoarthritis impacts everyone differently, but common changes include walking slower, taking fewer steps per minute, and experiencing more muscle activity and pressure on certain parts of the knee.
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Jun 23, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
Join us on this week's episode as we delve into the complexities of osteoarthritis pain with Professor Nidhi Sofat. In this episode, we explore the sources of pain in osteoarthritis, from cartilage damage to synovitis and bone marrow lesions. Professor Sofat discusses groundbreaking research on the role of nerves and blood vessels in pain, the significance of bone and synovium in joint health, and the latest findings on gene expression and inflammation.
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Jun 9, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
Join this week’s conversation with Dr Sam Bunzli which explores how health professionals can better understand and support people with osteoarthritis by moving beyond checklists and truly listening to their stories. We'll debunk common misconceptions about osteoarthritis, such as the belief that pain always means joint damage or that imaging is always necessary and provide evidence-based corrections.
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May 12, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
Learn more about what happens during the history taking and physical examination components of getting your osteoarthritis diagnosed. RESOURCESThe Osteoarthritis Health Professional Training ManualMSK Physical Examination of the KneeMSK Physical Examination of the HipMSK Physical Examination of the HandCONNECT WITH USTwitter/X: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgInstagram: @ProfDavidHunterEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 28, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Bryan Tan to discuss how mental health can contribute to the experience of living with osteoarthritis. Dr Bryan Tan is an Orthopaedic Surgeon-Scientist in Singapore. He has experience practicing both locally and overseas having done several fellowships internationally including US and New Zealand.
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Apr 14, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
On this week's episode of Joint Action, we delve into the world of osteoarthritis management through the lens of mobile applications. Professor James Bilzon joins us to discuss how mobile apps are transforming osteoarthritis care, including the features, benefits and future potential of these innovative tools to empower individuals to take control of their osteoarthritis journey.
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Mar 17, 2024 | 
podcasts.apple.com | David Hunter
On today’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Professor Jasvinder Singh to discuss disparities in total joint replacement, including disparities in who receives surgery and in surgical outcomes. Jasvinder Singh, MD, MPH, is Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology and holds the Musculoskeletal Outcomes Research Endowed Professor of Medicine. He has served as Director of the Rheumatology Research at the Birmingham VA Medical Center since 2009. RESOURCESDoes the money matter?
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Jan 25, 2024 | 
jamanetwork.com | Isdin Oke |Natalie Slopen |Alison Galbraith |David Hunter
Gaps in the Vision Screening Pathway for School-Aged US Children Vision screening is a fundamental component of preventive health care delivered to children worldwide.1 In the US, children may receive vision screening in multiple settings, including primary care clinics, schools, and community events.2 However, the multifaceted approach and variability in vision screening policies may result in missed care for children with preventable vision loss.3 The factors contributing to failure at each...
