Significant casting and splinting complications, although uncommon, can be more severe than many clinicians might anticipate. Even the most astute clinician may easily miss these complications. We present two cases of infectious life- or limb-threatening cast/splint complications presenting to a single pediatric emergency department (ED). We also review the pediatric and adult medical literature regarding such complications,...

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Course Curriculum Covers Casting, Splinting, Fracture Bracing, Sports Bracing, Osteoarthritis Knee Bracing & Injury Prevention It is mission of this course to give each individual a learning experience that matches their abilities and experience. If you are new to orthopedics this course will jump start your career and make you a more valued member...

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Disruptions of the lateral soft tissue restraints of the elbow, including the lateral ulnar collateral ligament, are a well-recognized clinical entity which may result in chronic elbow instability. When symptomatic, most authors recommend surgery to reconstruct the LUCL. We report on a case of a professional football player who sustained complete disruption of the...

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Osteoarthritis of the knee, a condition that affects more than four million Americans annually, occurs when degenerative changes develop in the cartilage that lines the knee joint. The knee joint is a complex structure with three main compartments that have individual functions and structures: the inner (medial) compartment and the outer (lateral) compartments are formed...

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Private Casting Workshops Have 10 or more attendees and we will hold a workshop at your office. Semi-Private Workshop Have only 6 attendees? We will hold a course in your city. All attendees receive a free ASOP membership and the 6 month orthopedic home study course.  All students can take the ROT exam at no charge. ASOP workshops...

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This week, the continuing education email is a little different. I think we are all on a team, and when one of us fails, we all fail. It is up to all of us to prevent wrong site surgery. Recently, some Florida professional medical boards have adopted a policy of requiring continuing education in...

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(Gamekeeper’s Thumb, Skier’s Thumb) Ulnar collateral ligament tear represents 60 percent of upper limb problems in skiers and is frequently overlooked and underdiagnosed. It is important to diagnose complete tears early because results of early surgical repair (within two to three weeks of the injury) are superior to results of late repair. Untreated tears...

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Scaphoid fracture is the most common fracture of the carpal bones. A fracture in the proximal or middle part of the scaphoid has an increased chance of nonunion because of the poor blood supply to these areas. A delay in diagnosis of one to two weeks increases the risk for nonunion. Your local ER...

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