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Significantly lower intramuscular pressure in the posterior and lateral compartments compared with the anterior compartment suggests alterations of the diagnostic criteria for chronic exertional compartment syndrome in the lower leg
The study published by Lindorsson et al. from the University of Gothenburg found significantly lower intramuscular pressure in the posterior and lateral compartments compared to the anterior compartments of the lower leg. Thus, common cut-off values for diagnosing chronic exertional compartment syndrome should be reconsidered. Approach the open-access full article
Read MoreThe newly introduced Posterolateral Instability Score (PoLIS) of the knee
Watch the video presented by Prof. Andreas Weiler on the newly introduced Posterolateral Instability Score (PoLIS) of the knee. How do you classify posterolateral instabilities? To read the full-text article go to https://doi.org/10.1007/s00167-020-06044-y
Read MoreArthroscopic iliac crest bone grafting in recurrent anterior shoulder instability: minimum 5-year clinical and radiologic follow-up
Watch this video from the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin presented by Elisabeth Böhm, Marvin Minkus, Philipp Moroder and Markus Scheibel on the mid-term outcomes following arthroscopic iliac crest bone grafting for patients with recurrent anterior shoulder instability. The open access full text article can be found at https://doi.org/10.1007/s00167-020-05986-7
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Important Announcement: ESSKA Journals transit to John Wiley & Sons, Inc publishing company
ESSKA’s official journals KSSTA and JEO will be transitioning from Springer to John Wiley & Sons, Inc. from January 1st 2024. This decision is part of our ongoing strategy to enhance the quality and accessibility of our scientific publications. Wiley, founded in 1807 in New York City, holds a remarkable
Read MoreFarewell Message to Dr. Ayeni
Dear colleagues and friends, It is with a sense of both immense appreciation and nostalgia that we announce the departure of Professor Olufemi Ayeni from his esteemed role as Deputy Editor-in-Chief for our KSSTA journal. After serving with exceptional dedication and expertise, Professor Ayeni has decided to step down, marking
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4.114Section Rank in Orthopedics
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ISSN 0942-2056 Print
ISSN 1433-7347 Online
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