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Walking More Than 100 Minutes Daily May Lower Risk of Chronic Low Back Pain

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A large prospective cohort study links daily walking of over 100 minutes to reduced risk of chronic low back pain, emphasizing walking volume over intensity as a preventive strategy.

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Inconsistent Bone Health Management in Older Women With Breast Cancer: Insights From the Age Gap Study

By MedXY 07/31/2025

Significant variation exists in bone health management for older women receiving endocrine therapy for breast cancer, highlighting the need for standardized care.

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Medial Opening Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy for Medial Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A randomized trial demonstrates that medial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy (HTO) slows cartilage loss and improves symptoms in patients with medial compartment knee osteoarthritis and varus alignment, supporting its role as a joint-preserving intervention.

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High Tibial Osteotomy May Slow Knee Osteoarthritis Progression in Bowlegged Patients: Clinical Insights from a Randomized Trial

By MedXY 07/30/2025

High tibial osteotomy (HTO) slows cartilage loss and improves pain and function in bowlegged patients with medial knee osteoarthritis compared to nonsurgical management, according to a new randomized trial.

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Expanding Access to Chronic Pain Care: Telehealth and Online CBT-Based Interventions Show Promise

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Remote CBT-based interventions, delivered by telehealth or online modules, offer modest but significant improvements in pain and function for individuals with high-impact chronic pain, enhancing access to evidence-based care.