The following projects are currently underway through the funding of Desert Orthopedic Research Foundation.
- Validation of the reduced dislocation rate using the “Capsular Noose” technique developed for Mini-incision Total Hip Replacements. (Dislocations are rare with this technique)
- Determination of the causative factors for the occasional squeaky ceramic hip.
- Development of better instrumentation to balance knee ligaments after Mini-incision Total Knee Replacement (in order to reduce long-term pain and sensations of knee instability).
- Development of better methods and instrumentation to ensure accurate equalization of leg lengths after Mini-incision Total Hip Replacement.
- Determination of the accuracy of digital radiographs vs. standard radiographs for pre-operative planning for total hip replacement.
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