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October 24, 2015

Nightclub fire survivor thriving after hand transplant

It's no struggle for most people to make a fist or lift a coffee mug. But for Joe Kinan of Lakeville, Mass., getting to that point has taken resilience, strength – and advancements in medical science.

October 24, 2015

Pluristem stem cell trial to treat muscle injury meets main goal

Pluristem Therapeutics Inc said results from its early/mid-stage clinical trial indicated its placenta-derived stem cells for the treatment of muscle injury were safe and provided evidence the cells might be effective in treating orthopedic injuries.

October 24, 2015

Latest NFL draftees could benefit from new-age concussion test

The 2015 NFL Draft class has now been welcomed into the league, one that could grow safer as their careers unfold through new-age research into identifying concussions.

October 24, 2015

US ambassador using bionic hand to help recover after knife attack

The United States ambassador who was injured in an attack last month in South Korea has been outfitted with a bionic hand that he said is helping him to heal.

October 24, 2015

Knee replacements bringing more soldiers back to active duty

Rigorous physical training in the U.S. military causes significant wear and tear on the joints. Knee injuries have become the most common musculoskeletal injury in soldiers, which in the past could mean the end of a military career.

October 23, 2015

Salamanders may hold the key to regrowing human limbs, study finds

Researchers at the University College London are unlocking the secrets behind the salamander’s limb regeneration techniques, hoping to one day apply it to human amputees.

October 23, 2015

Pediatricians recommend neuromuscular training to avoid ACL injuries

Doctors who work with schools and sports organizations should encourage training to reduce the risk of anterior cruciate ligament tears, according to a leading group of U.S. pediatricians.

October 23, 2015

Robotic arm invented by Pa. students can make user stronger

Need a hand lifting something? A robotic device invented by University of Pennsylvania engineering students can help its wearer carry an additional 40 pounds.

October 23, 2015

Heavy soccer playing before age 12 tied to later hip deformities

In a study of Dutch professional footballers, a bone deformity at the hip was much more common among men who started playing the sport at least four times a week before age twelve.

October 23, 2015

Texas kindergartner gets 3D printer Iron Man hand

Keith Harris, 5, got to show off his new high-tech hand Friday as he exchanged high-fives with classmates at Mossman Elementary School in the Houston suburb of League City.