We have developed and improved many orthopedic devices, procedures and therapies that have been translated into clinical practice worldwide. Our ongoing commitment to orthopedic research, through collaboration with our research partners, helps to ensure our continuing leadership in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic conditions.

25

Active Clinical Trials

95

Peer Reviewed Publications in 2024

29,429

Surgical Cases in 2024
Recent Highlights
$6 Million DOD Grant for Fracture Repair Research
The Center for Musculoskeletal Regeneration awarded $6 million for development of a bionanoscaffold that quickly heals and regenerates damaged bones.
Knee with medicinal pads
Lessening Pain After Knee Replacement Surgery
Our researchers found infusing morphine and vancomycin directly into the tibia during knee replacement reduces pain and pain medication after surgery.
Transabdominal Motor Evoked Potential Neuromonitoring of Lumbosacral Spine Surgery
In this study, transabdominal motor evoked potentials (TaMEPs) were significantly more reliable than transcranial motor evoked potentials (TcMEPs) in all muscles except abductor hallucis.
Blood Flow Restriction & Shoulder Rehabilitation
BFR is effective for shoulder injuries, confirmed a Houston Methodist study that identified optimal occlusion pressure for rehabilitating patients.
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