Moira M. McCarthy, MD

04/06/2026

This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without moving.

Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they ...

03/30/2026

Patient psychology matters: Lessons learned from the MOON Shoulder Group.

"We found both the [Western Ontario Shoulder Instability Index (WOSI)] score and the [American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons] score correlates significantly with this PAS scale," Kuhn, Kenneth D. Schermerhorn professor and chief of the division of sports medicine in the department of orthopedic surger...

03/23/2026

Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears.

When the symptoms of a rotator cuff tear are acute, meaning there is a sudden flare-up of symptoms, it may be helpful to rest the shoulder to allow the inflammation of the injury to settle down.

03/16/2026

ACL Injuries in Female Athletes: Understanding the Higher Risks and Lower Return-to-Play Rates.

Although males have higher rates of ACL injuries, the relative risk of ACL injury is actually much higher in females. Despite increased understanding of ACL injuries and prevention, injury rates among females have remained consistent, while rates have simultaneously decreased among males. As female....

03/09/2026

Exercising With Knee Pain: Do`s and Don`ts.

Exercise can often be the last thing on the mind of someone suffering from a chronic knee pain condition. And as research indicates, many people who have degenerative diseases of the knee, such as osteoarthritis, don't get anywhere close to the recommended amount of daily exercise activity that....

03/02/2026

Exercising with knee or hip pain.

If you deal with knee and hip pain, it may be time to up your exercise game. More than just a good health habit, exercise is also an effective treatment for many knee and hip problems. And exercises that can strengthen muscles supporting knees and hips can be especially helpful.

02/11/2026

Matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield high return to sports rate.

Results showed chondral defects of the knee treated with matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield a high rate of patient satisfaction and return to sports in a community practice.

01/26/2026

Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder.

Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad. On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

01/19/2026

Study finds surprising differences in knee injuries between men and women.

One of the largest MRI-based studies comparing knee injuries between men and women reveals surprising differences in injury patterns based on gender and age. The findings, which can be used to improve risk assessment and develop early intervention strategies, will be presented today at the annual me...

01/01/2026

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12/31/2025

The next great performance booster for athletes? Sleep.

Exercise has long been associated with better sleep and it seems reasonable to assume most elite athletes are good sleepers—after all, their job is to exercise and recover. However, many athletes fail to clear the bar when it comes to getting enough sleep.

12/24/2025

What Is the P.O.L.I.C.E. Principle?

The P.O.L.I.C.E. principle may be the new way to ice and otherwise treat a musculoskeletal injury, such as a sprain or strain. The acronym stands for the five steps involved: protection, optimal loading, ice, compression, and elevation. One thing it's missing? Rest, a component of the long-used R.I....