Benefits of fetal surgery for spina bifida persist in school-age children

A follow-up to the landmark 2011 study that demonstrated prenatal surgery for spina bifida has measurable benefits over surgery after birth for one of the most disabling neural tube defects.

Abnormal bone formation after trauma explained and reversed in mice

Findings from the University of Michigan implicate a specific type of immune cell behind heterotopic ossification and present a potential target for treatment.

New Zealand study of cannabis use in people with spinal cord injuries

Using cannabis helps people with spinal cord injuries better tolerate almost constant and excruciating pain and participate in community and family life.

Helping patients prep mind and body for surgery pays off

An inexpensive programme was trialled to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation, as it could reduce overall costs and get them home faster.

BritSpine 2020; 1-3 April 2020,
Glasgow

A look ahead to the three-day BritSpine meeting in April 2020, comprising of lectures, topic updates and debates. The meeting follows a broad theme of sport-related spinal problems.

EUROSPINE Spring Specialty Meeting 2020; 30 April - 1 May 2020, Frankfurt

The popular meeting taking place in Germany will this year discuss some of the difficult topics in spinal practice, such as metastatic disease, radiology and lumbar degenerative scoliosis.