Researchers identified two novel genes that affect bone-formation cells relevant to fractures and osteoporosis; understanding these genes could lead to more effective treatments.

Many pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis report persistent pain after spine fusion surgery. New research indicates pre-operative assessment of pain vulnerability could help predict a child’s post-operative pain.

For patients missing a portion of bone, a surgical procedure called the Masquelet technique may be used to treat their injury. How the procedure works and why current research could help improve surgery time in the future.

A statewide collaborative is identifying ways to improve patient care for hip and knee replacements through quality improvement projects.

New research explores stem cells in the rotator cuff in hopes of understanding why fatty accumulation happens at the tear site, instead of proper muscle healing.

A new clinical trial at Michigan Medicine is evaluating a next-generation approach to replacing damaged knee cartilage with healthy cartilage cultivated from a patient’s own cells.

An unexpected slip caused a life-altering accident for a father of two. Thanks to surgeries and specialized care at Michigan Medicine, he has regained function.

Learn about the new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) at U-M and find out how they aim to improve aging with a long term disability.

A Michigan Medicine patient shares her experiences with the condition, and how she is now giving back through education and support for other patients.

A new study from researchers at Michigan Medicine explores links between chronic joint inflammation and cognitive impairment.

New research finds that more men have suboptimal testosterone levels than previously known, and it may be putting these men at risk.

Read about how a powerful protein inside the body, Jagged-1 can naturally repair bone injuries and assist with jump-start the process of bone injury healing.

Long-term consequences can happen years after an ACL injury. One Michigan Medicine researcher is investigating new therapies that could minimize those unwanted effects.

Gluteal amnesia can be a literal pain in the butt if you sit at a desk or drive all day. Learn the 5 things to know about “dead butt syndrome”

Treatment at Michigan Medicine allowed one cerebral palsy patient to live independently, which led to Orlando and a job at Walt Disney. Now he’s received the park’s highest employee honor.