RT Journal
A1 Boskey AL
T1 MUsculoskeletal disorders and orthopedic conditions
JF JAMA
JO JAMA
YR 2001
FD February 7
VO 285
IS 5
SP 619
OP 623
DO 10.1001/jama.285.5.619
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.285.5.619
AB Ongoing advances in orthopedics include discoveries of functions of
matrix proteins, development of new implant materials that are more durable
and more compatible with magnetic resonance imaging, and identification of
genes causing musculoskeletal disorders and disease. The Human Genome Project
will further clarify the genetic basis of specific musculoskeletal disorders,
enhancing risk factor identification, diagnosis, and therapy. Engineered,
cell-based materials will replace metals and plastics in implants, and new
composite materials will promote bone in-growth.