Birmingham Archives

Biologic Joint Resurfacing Leads to Improvements in Cartilage Repair

Oct 02, 2007 at 11:25 pm by steve

Articular cartilage defects in the knee is a common problem that typically leads to pain, loss of function and disability and may eventually result in debilitating osteoarthri.... Read More

New Technology Provides Alternatives to Conventional Hip Replacement

Oct 02, 2007 at 11:25 pm by steve

Patients who need a total hip replacement typically face a long, painful recovery period and loss of femoral bone structure. However, technological advances are providing pati.... Read More

New Physical Therapy Procedures Offer Relief

Oct 02, 2007 at 11:25 pm by steve

In recent years, several new physical therapy modalities have been developed, which can provide relief from a number of conditions, including herniated discs, muscle injuries,.... Read More

Researchers Work to Quantify Structural Brain Changes

Oct 02, 2007 at 11:25 pm by steve

Edward Taub, PhD, a psychology professor at UAB, developed constraint-induced movement therapy (CI therapy) to help stroke survivors recover some function in affected limbs. W.... Read More

Physician Spotlight: Dr. Jim McMinn

Oct 02, 2007 at 11:25 pm by steve

Dr. Jim McMinn learned to appreciate new places, people, and ideas early in life. Growing up with a father in the Army, he attended 11 different schools in 12 years, livi.... Read More