Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

This study compared two different surgeries to correct a curved spine (scoliosis) in teenagers. It looked at a newer technique called vertebral body tethering, which uses a flexible cord, versus the traditional method of spinal fusion, which uses rigid rods. The goal was to see w…

This study looked at how well a specific graft material, called OrthoPure XT, works for repairing or re-doing a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee. It involved 10 adults who could not use their own tissue for the repair. Researchers measured patients' pain, knee fu…

This study looked back at 42 patients who had surgery for multiple torn knee ligaments between 2000 and 2019. The goal was to see how well the surgeries worked long-term to restore knee stability, improve function, and potentially prevent early arthritis. Researchers analyzed pat…

This small pilot study tested whether a single injection of a patient's own processed fat tissue could safely help control hip osteoarthritis. Thirty adults with moderate hip pain received the injection and were followed for one year to check their pain, stiffness, and ability to…

This study looked back at how well a special implant, called a scaffold, worked for people with partial meniscus tears in their knee. Researchers contacted 41 patients who had received the implant between 2009 and 2019 to ask about their pain, knee function, and quality of life y…

This study looked at whether people with a complete tear of their biceps tendon near the elbow could recover well without surgery. Researchers followed 30 adults for at least one year after their injury, treating them with rest, bracing, and physical therapy instead of an operati…

This small pilot study tested a less invasive spinal fusion surgery for children and young adults with severe neuromuscular scoliosis. The goal was to see if this 'mini-invasive' approach could correct the dangerous spinal curve while reducing common surgical risks like heavy ble…

This study tested if a special nerve-blocking injection, given before surgery, could help reduce pain for teenagers having spinal surgery for scoliosis. Researchers compared two small groups: one received the injection along with general anesthesia, while the other received only …

This study tested a single injection of a patient's own processed fat cells into a painful knee tendon. The goal was to see if this treatment could reduce pain and improve function for people with chronic patellar tendinopathy. Researchers tracked participants' symptoms and tendo…

This small pilot study tested whether a precise, ultrasound-guided injection of a steroid (Triamcinolone) and numbing medicine (Lidocaine) could help people with persistent knee pain from medial plica syndrome. The treatment was given to 30 patients whose pain had not improved wi…

This study tested a treatment for a specific, often-overlooked nerve problem that causes low back pain. It involved 41 adults with pain from a pinched nerve near the hip. The goal was to see if a targeted treatment could reduce their pain and help them with daily activities.

This study aimed to understand how the immune system interacts with osteosarcoma (a type of bone cancer) and how a drug called mifamurtide might affect this. Researchers analyzed archived tumor samples from 80 patients who had already been treated for localized osteosarcoma. The …

This small study aimed to understand how major spine cancer surgery affects a patient's movement. Researchers carefully measured how 10 patients walked and moved their trunks before and after their operations. The goal was to gather detailed information to help doctors better ass…

This completed study observed 100 cancer patients who had surgery to remove and rebuild leg bones affected by tumors. Researchers tracked how well patients recovered their ability to walk, move, and perform daily activities over the first six months after surgery. The goal was to…

This study aimed to find better ways to predict which patients are most likely to fall after hip or knee replacement surgery. Researchers tested 200 patients with simple balance and movement tasks before their operation. They then compared these test results to the number of fall…

This study looked back at medical records of 107 patients who had surgery for broken ankles. Researchers wanted to understand how well people recover, what complications might occur, and how their quality of life changes after getting metal plates to fix their fractures. They ana…

This study aimed to understand if common posture and alignment variations in children, like flat feet or knock-knees, affect their balance and motor skills. Researchers used simple clinical tests and wearable sensors to measure movement in 151 children with these conditions and c…