Track: Musculoskeletal Disorders and Clinical Trials
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are conditions that affect the bones, muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues of the body. These disorders can result from trauma, overuse, aging, or underlying medical conditions. Common MSDs include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis, and back pain. Clinical trials in musculoskeletal disorders involve research studies designed to evaluate the effectiveness of new treatments, medications, surgical techniques, or rehabilitation strategies to improve the management of these conditions and enhance patient outcomes.
Key Topics and Highlights:
Common Musculoskeletal
Disorders (MSDs): Overview of prevalent MSDs such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis,
degenerative disc disease, and musculoskeletal injuries.
Innovative Treatments and
Therapies: Advances in pharmacological treatments, biologics, stem cell therapies, and
regenerative medicine for managing MSDs.
Clinical Trial Design in
Musculoskeletal Research: Principles and methodologies used in clinical trials to test new interventions
and therapies, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), cohort studies,
and observational trials.
Evaluating Outcomes and
Efficacy: Methods for measuring the success of treatments in clinical trials, including
pain reduction, improved joint function, mobility, and quality of life.
Challenges and Ethical
Considerations: Challenges faced in conducting clinical trials for MSDs, including patient
recruitment, long trial durations, and ethical concerns related to placebo
treatments and patient safety.
Summary:
This session will focus on the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) through the lens of clinical trials. We will explore the most common MSDs, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and musculoskeletal injuries, and discuss the innovative therapies being tested in clinical settings. The session will highlight the design and methodologies of clinical trials, examining how new treatments and technologies are evaluated for efficacy and safety. Additionally, we will address the challenges and ethical concerns faced during clinical trials, ensuring patient safety while advancing musculoskeletal medicine. This session aims to provide participants with insights into the future of MSD management and the importance of evidence-based practices in improving patient care.
Scientific Highlights
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports medicine
- Orthopedics and Arthroscopy
- Orthopedic Physiotherapy
- AI and Robotics in Orthopedics
- Arthritis: Types, Diagnosis and Treatment
- Arthoplasty and Oncology
- Musculoskeletal Disorders and Clinical Trials
- Musculoskeletal Disorders and Medicine
- Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Spine Disorders and Surgery
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic oncology
- Orthopedic Radiology
- Orthopedics and Osteoporosis