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Medtronic to acquire peripheral nerve stim developer SPR Therapeutics
Posted on: 12-Jul-2026
Cleveland-based SPR Therapeutics develops temporary, percutaneous peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) therapies for chronic pain management.
Source: MassDevice
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The Best Leg Strengthening Exercises After Surgery
Posted on: 12-Jul-2026
Strengthening your legs after hip, knee, ankle, or foot surgery is crucial for a successful recovery. Simple exercises like gluteal sets and heel slides can make a difference. These movements, along with a physical therapist's guidance, help restore muscle strength, improve mobility, and prevent complications such as blood clots.
Source: Verywell Health
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Addressing ACL injuries in women: Expert explains prevention and treatment
Posted on: 12-Jul-2026
The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is located inside the knee and provides stability during movements such as cutting, turning, twisting, and jumping. Deanna Brinks, M.D., a physical medicine and rehabilitation and sports medicine physician at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, explains prevention and treatment.
Source: Medical Xpress
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GLP-1 treatments may reduce knee replacement surgery rates
Posted on: 12-Jul-2026
GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, used for the treatment of diabetes, and more recently, weight loss, are associated with a significantly lower long term risk of knee replacement surgery as a result of osteoarthritis, finds an analysis of medical records data, published in the open access journal Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine.
Source: News Medical Life Sciences
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Should You Get a Bone Density Scan Before Age 65?
Posted on: 12-Jul-2026
Bone density-the thickness and strength of bones-declines with age, and osteoporosis can increase the risk of fractures and falls. But do you really need to get scanned before reaching your 60s? Here’s what experts think.
Source: health
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