Breakthroughs from two rival experiments, Germany’s Wendelstein 7-X and the Joint European Torus, suggest the elusive dream of controlled nuclear fusion may be within reach ...

Joint fusion surgery may also not be right for you if you have a health issue, like: Poor bone quality; An infection; Narrowed arteries; A nervous system (neurological) problem that may keep you ...

First metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis procedures are a common surgical intervention used to treat pain associated at the first metatarsophalangeal joint associated with degenerative changes.

Joint fusion surgery involves fusing two or more bones to grow into one larger bone. ... et al. (2021). Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint: The "when and how". https: ...

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Arthrodesis involves the surgical fusion of two joints. Because it immobilizes the joints, doctors typically only suggest it for severe joint pain or damage.

Claw toe deformity is defined as hyperextension of the metatarsophalangeal joint and flexion ... (or resection of the lesser metatarsal heads) and fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal is a ...

The tarsometatarsal (TMT) joints are in the feet. Pain may indicate an injury to these joints. Without treatment, arthritis may develop or the arch of the foot may collapse. TMT joint pain may ...

Sacroiliac joint fusion technology is advancing, and the data shows it’s efficacy across different medtech companies. Five notes: 1. Tenon Medical earned FDA 510(k) clearance to use its Catamaran ...

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