AOFAS Annual Meeting and IFFAS 9th Biennial Meeting 2026 Highlight International Advancements and Innovation in Orthopaedics

AOFAS Annual Meeting and IFFAS 9th Biennial Meeting 2026 Highlight International Advancements and Innovation in Orthopaedics

More than 1,260 foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons, advanced health practitioners, orthopaedic residents, and medical students across the globe attended the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society® (AOFAS) Annual Meeting and the International Federation of Foot & Ankle Societies (IFFAS) 9th Biennial Meeting on September 16–19, 2026. The meeting was held in-person in Seattle, Washington, as well as virtually.

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The National APMA Annual Scientific Meeting Highlights

The National APMA Annual Scientific Meeting Highlights

The 2026 APMA Annual Scientific Meeting was held in Nashville August 6-9 and offered a broad look at where podiatric practice is headed, with emerging treatments and evolving surgical techniques prominent throughout the program. Minimally invasive surgery received significant attention, alongside sessions on regenerative medicine, new drug and therapeutic trends, and advances in diabetic limb preservation and wound care.

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The Western Foot and Ankle Conference Highlights

The Western Foot and Ankle Conference Highlights

The California Podiatric Medical Association’s 2026 Western Foot and Ankle Conference drew nearly 900 podiatric physicians, residents, students, medical assistants, exhibitors, and industry partners to Anaheim, California, June 25–28. The annual meeting featured 65 educational sessions focused on evidence-based, clinically applicable topics, including biomechanics, surgery, wound care, sports medicine, pediatrics, dermatology, pain management, trauma, infection management, and limb salvage.

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GLP1 Receptor Agonist Use Is Associated with Increased Risk of Osteoporosis, Gout, and Osteomalacia in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity

GLP1 Receptor Agonist Use Is Associated with Increased Risk of Osteoporosis, Gout, and Osteomalacia in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have become central to the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity, with proven benefits in glycemic control, weight loss, and cardiometabolic risk reduction. Despite emerging hypotheses suggesting possible skeletal benefits, long-term effects of GLP-1 RA exposure on…

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Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty is Associated with Improved Quality of Life and Increased Patient Satisfaction One Year after Surgery

Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty is Associated with Improved Quality of Life and Increased Patient Satisfaction One Year after Surgery

Approximately 15–20% of patients undergoing conventional total knee arthroplasty (cTKA) report dissatisfaction one year after surgery. Robotic-assisted TKA (raTKA) provides greater precision in bone resection and ligament balancing, which may improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of raTKA on…

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Early Sports Specialization Is Associated with Increased Orthopaedic Injury Incidence in NFL Athletes

Early Sports Specialization Is Associated with Increased Orthopaedic Injury Incidence in NFL Athletes

Single-sport specialization during adolescence has been increasingly adopted by youth athletes in pursuit of collegiate scholarships and professional careers. However, this early commitment to one sport has been associated with increased exposure to repetitive stress, potentially contributing to higher injury rates at elite levels. While the short-term musculoskeletal risks of…

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E-Bike Orthopaedic Injuries Amongst Pediatric and Adolescent Patients at a Level I Trauma Center

E-Bike Orthopaedic Injuries Amongst Pediatric and Adolescent Patients at a Level I Trauma Center

Electronic bicycle (E-bike) use is on the rise in the United States. E-bikes are a convenient, cost-effective, environmentally friendly transportation option that do not require a license to operate. However, these conveniences come with significant injury risks. The aim of this study is to quantify the rates and patterns of orthopaedic injuries related to e-bike use compared…

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AAOS Highlights New AJRR Data

AAOS Highlights New AJRR Data

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Registry Program highlighted new findings from the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) during the 2026 AAOS Annual Meeting in New Orleans.  Analyses presented at the meeting examined implant survivorship, complication trends, and outcomes associated with…

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THA/TKA Improves Spouses Quality of Life Too!

THA/TKA Improves Spouses Quality of Life Too!

Hip and knee arthritis is debilitating for patients but the decreased activity level and independence may also affect spouses. Spouses of individuals who have undergone THA or TKA often assume caregiving roles during the postoperative rehabilitation period but may benefit in the long term from increased patient activity levels.

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