A new comprehensive Textbook on European Orthopaedics and Traumatology was launched at the 15th EFORT Congress in London. This major educational project of the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT) reflects the state of the art and the best current practice in this specialty field across Europe. 15th EFORT Congress, London, […]
EFORT PRESS RELEASES
The EFORT press releases webpage provides access to the EFORT official Press Releases that have been released by EFORT on orthopaedic and traumatology related topics affecting the European orthopaedic and trauma community.
New Textbook on European Surgical Orthopaedics and Traumatology launched at the EFORT Congress in London
June 4, 2014 By
REMINDER – Media alert: 15th EFORT Congress features patient safety in orthopaedics and traumatology (4 – 6 June 2014, London)
May 27, 2014 By
Patient safety is the main theme of the 15th EFORT Congress which will take place at the Excel Conference Centre in London from 4 to 6 June 2014. It is the most important scientific event for orthopaedists and trauma surgeons on the European level and will attract more than 7,000 participants. The Congress is organised […]
Media alert: 15th EFORT Congress features patient safety in orthopaedics and traumatology (4 – 6 June 2014, London)
April 9, 2014 By
The 15th EFORT Congress will take place at the Excel Conference Centre in London from 4 to 6 June 2014. It is the most important scientific event for orthopaedists and trauma surgeons on the European level. The Congress is organised by the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT) as a combined […]
6.800 colleagues attended the meeting in Istanbul
June 8, 2013 By
The 14th EFORT Congress in Istanbul has just ended. Despite the events in Turkey, the Executive Board supported by the Turkish Orthopaedic Association, decided to go ahead with the meeting. A message was posted on the EFORT Website on Tuesday, 4th June 2013. 6.800 colleagues attended the meeting in Istanbul 200 scientific sessions took place […]
Exercise as a means of pain relief for patients with osteoarthritis
June 7, 2013 By
Exercise is one essential aspect of the treatment regime for patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and hip, according to current guidelines in developed countries. New strategies presented at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul underline the key role of exercise in relation to orthopaedic surgery. Exercise needs to be tailored individually for patients, and motivation […]
Time to surgery and pre-fracture mobility are key survival factors after neck of femur fractures
June 7, 2013 By
Proximal femoral fracture is the most common cause of acute orthopaedic admission. Around one in ten patients die within 30 days of admission. A study from the UK presented at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul has identified new factors indicating which patients are most at risk, allowing for more targeted care before and after surgical […]
Low back pain in children and adolescents: a growing problem
June 7, 2013 By
Recent research suggests a significant increase in the incidence of low back pain reported among children and adolescents. Prevalence increases with age, and may be a strong indicator of similar issues in adulthood. Causes remain an open question, experts reported at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul. Istanbul, 6 June 2013 – A recent meta-analysis has […]
Botox countering child gait disorder
June 7, 2013 By
When small children unintentionally walk on their toes, the cause may be a gait disorder called idiopathic toe-walking. If the disorder does not cease by itself or through physical therapy, Botox injections could bring improvement, according to a new study presented at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul. Istanbul, 8 June 2013 – Botox injections in […]
Slim patients die more frequently following hip fractures
June 7, 2013 By
In elderly patients, a higher body weight can have definite advantages. A Swedish study presented at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul found that elderly people with a higher body weight have a lower risk of dying and of developing pressure ulcers following a hip fracture. Istanbul, 5 June 2013 – Obesity is a risk factor […]
Patients physically more active than ever before and after hip implantations
June 6, 2013 By
The proportion of patients physically active before and after a hip implantation increased in the last decade by 14%, Swiss researchers reported at the EFORT Congress in Istanbul. The sustainable success of hip replacements was confirmed in a recent long-term study which nevertheless cautioned against excessive physical activity. Istanbul, 5 June 2013 – Total hip […]
