EFORT

EFORT - European Federation of National Societies of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

EFORT promotes the exchange of experience, knowledge, education and research throughout Europe by:

• Representation of state-of-the-art orthopaedics and musculoskeletal traumatology in Europe.
• Promotion of research, science and training in orthopaedics and traumatology in Europe.
• Exchange of scientific experience and knowledge and the improvement of education and training.
• Formulation of EFORT standards and guidelines for the various areas of activity pursued by our members.

05/06/2026

Young patients with shoulder arthritis: Is there a middle ground? 🦴⚖️

💪Shoulder arthritis isn't just for the elderly. For active adults under 50, a full shoulder replacement can be a scary prospect—mostly because the implants might not last as long as the patient does!

📰A recent review in EFORT Open Reviews looks at the CAM procedure (Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management).

What is CAM? It’s a specialized "clean-up" surgery done through tiny incisions (arthroscopy).

👉 Instead of replacing the joint, 👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ surgeons:
✅ Remove bone spurs (osteophytes)
✅ Clean up frayed cartilage
✅ Release tight capsules to restore motion
✅ Perform "microfractures" to help new cartilage grow

🌟 The Results: For the right patient, CAM has a 0% complication rate and high satisfaction. It’s the perfect way to "buy time" and get back to the gym or work without the restrictions of a metal-and-plastic joint. 🚀

🔗 Read the technical review: https://bit.ly/EOR260410

🧑‍🎓Author(s): Marko Nabergoj, Patrick J Denard, Philippe Collin, and Alexandre Lädermann

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04/06/2026

Is it an injury, or is it the nerves? Reading the "Fluid" in the Shoulder 🏥🧐

When a patient has shoulder pain, an MRI often shows "edema" (swelling) inside the muscle. But not all swelling is created equal! The LaTour group (Switzerland) just published a major review in EFORT Open Reviews to help doctors tell the difference.

👉Here’s the breakdown:

🔹 The "Feather" Look: If the swelling looks like a bird's feather, it might be a muscle strain or a nerve issue (like a pinched nerve in the neck or shoulder).

🔹 The "Retraction" Look: If the muscle is pulled back and swollen, it’s a sign of a fresh traumatic tear—crucial for insurance and surgery timing! ⏱️

🔹 The "Vaccine" Reaction: "SIRVA" is a rare reaction to a flu or COVID shot given too high in the arm, causing localized muscle swelling.

The Takeaway: Muscle edema shows up long before muscle "wasting" or fat buildup. By catching these patterns early, we can get patients the right treatment—whether it's surgery, physical therapy, or nerve care. 📈

🔗 Read the technical review: https://bit.ly/EOR260411

🧑‍🎓Author(s): Jeanni Zbinden, Kinga Michalewska, Sean WL Ho, Marko Nabergoj, Mohamed Ibrahim, Joe Chih-Hao Chiu, Xue Ling Chong, Brigitte Von Rechenberg, and Alexandre Lädermann

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03/06/2026

⏳ The count down is on! 🎉

⏱️ Less than a week from today, the 9th FORTE Summer School officially begins! FORTE is so excited to welcome you all to Catanzaro for a week of unparalleled learning, discussion, and networking.

🌟 This is your final chance to register and join us for this true European project. Get ready to be part of an amazing community and take your professional development to the next level. See you next week! 👋

➡️ Final chance to register: 🔗 https://www.forteortho.org/

02/06/2026

👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ Good Luck to Over 300 EBOT Part I Candidates on today’s Written Exam! 🤞📚

The registration doors have officially closed, and we are thrilled to announce that more than 300 orthopaedic and trauma candidates from across Europe are set to sit the EBOT Part I Written Exam today Tuesday, 02 June 2026!

🍀 We want to send a massive wave of good luck to everyone entering the testing portals or Pearson VUE centres next week. You’ve put in the hours, and now it’s time to let that knowledge shine 🌟!

👉 What happens next? Looking past Tuesday, the journey moves forward to the International EBOT Part II – Oral Exam on 19 and 20 September 2026 in Madrid, Spain.

🔸 Successful written candidates will either join us in Madrid or transition to their respective national society exams held by SORBCOT (Belgium), TOTBID (Turkey), SECOT (Spain), and EEXOT (Greece). 🏛️

🔗 More information: https://www.ebotexam.org/

01/06/2026

👋 Why should you attend the next EFORT Educational Webinar on Monday 29 June 2026? 🤔

👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ If you treat ankle trauma, managing long-term complications is inevitable. This independent scientific session on Monday, 29 June is designed to sharpen your decision-making approach.

👉 Here is what you will take away:

🎯 Clear principles on when to pursue complex joint salvage vs. further corrective procedures.

🎯 Targeted insights on managing postoperative stiffness, malunion, and osteochondral lesions.

🎯 Practical frameworks to help optimize patient selection and surgical timing in your daily practice. Enhance your clinical toolset for free.

🔗 Sign up free-of-charge here: https://efort.webinargeek.com/20260629

29/05/2026

Arm Pain in Children: When is it more than just a bump? 🦴💪

👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ We all know kids get bumps and bruises, but persistent arm pain should never be dismissed as "growing pains." According to a new study in EFORT Open Reviews, true growing pains rarely happen in the arms!

👉 What parents and clinicians should know:

🔹 Common Benign Tumours: Simple bone cysts often hide in the shoulder (humerus) and are only found after a "pathological fracture" from a minor fall.

🔹 The Forearm Challenge: Bony growths called osteochondromas can bow the arm bones or limit how a child rotates their wrist. Early surgery is often better than waiting!

🔹 Saving Function: When treating rare malignant tumours, surgeons are now using "biological" methods—using the child's own bone to rebuild—to ensure the reconstruction lasts a lifetime. 🧬✨

👉 Early diagnosis is the best tool we have. If a child has night pain or swelling in the arm, it's time for an X-ray.

🔗 Read the technical review: https://bit.ly/EOR260409

🧑‍🎓Author(s): D**g Yu, Alexandre Kaempfen, Maximilian Burger, Kira Barlow, and Andreas H Krieg

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28/05/2026

📢 Out Now: EFORT Open Reviews: In Focus – Arthroplasty Innovations! 🚀

👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ Keeping up with the rapid pace of medical literature can be challenging. That is why EFORT is back with its latest curated compendium, focused entirely on the latest breakthroughs and established techniques in hip and knee arthroplasty. 💻✨

🌟 From primary implant survivorship insights derived from global registries to highly advanced algorithms for managing bone defects during revisions, this edition brings together 10 high-impact papers from leading international experts.

👉 Explore crucial reviews on 4th-generation ceramic bearings, personalized alignment strategies in complex knee cases, and emerging biomarkers to help differentiate between stable and loosened implants.

Equip your clinical practice with the latest evidence-based insights today! 👇

📌 Access the open-access articles here: https://bit.ly/EORIF0526

27/05/2026

👋 Why is my toddler refusing to walk? 👶🦴

It’s one of the most confusing sights for a parent: a healthy child who suddenly refuses to sit up, walk, or have their diaper changed. While it might look like a "temper tantrum" or a hip issue, it could be Spondylodiscitis—an infection of the spine.

📰 A massive review of nearly 800 cases in EFORT Open Reviews sheds light on this rare condition:

📍 Most at risk: Children between 6 months and 4 years old.
📍 The Culprit: A bacteria called Kingella kingae is usually the cause in toddlers.
📍 The Good News: Almost 95% of children recover fully with just antibiotics—no surgery needed!

👉 What to look for: A child who hyperextends their back to relieve pain or cries when lifted under the armpits. Early diagnosis is key to a fast recovery!

🔗 Read the technical review: https://bit.ly/EOR260608

🧑‍🎓Author(s): Ahmer Ahmad Khan, Aikaterini Doubovina, Giacomo De Marco, Christina Steiger, Romain Dayer, and Dimitri Ceroni

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26/05/2026

📅 EFORT Webinar 29 June 2026 - Expert Lineup: Learn from European Leaders in Ankle Salvage

➡️ How do top specialists handle post-traumatic ankle stiffness, osteochondral lesions, and malunions? Find out on Monday, 29 June 2026 at 19:00 CEST.

🌟 We are thrilled to present our international faculty for this EFORT webinar:

🔸 João Vide (Lisbon/Faro, Portugal) 🇵🇹
🔸 Manuel Monteagudo (Madrid, Spain) 🇪🇸
🔸 Markus Knupp (Basel, Switzerland) 🇨🇭
🔸 Stefan Rammelt (Dresden, Germany) 🇩🇪

👉 This independent webinar concludes with a live 20-minute Q&A session where you can ask our panel your pressing clinical questions.

🔗 Secure your free spot today: https://efort.webinargeek.com/20260629

$Better Healing, Smaller Scars: The MIPO Approach for Kids 🧒🦴👋 👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ When a child suffers a serious leg fracture, the ...$

25/05/2026

Better Healing, Smaller Scars: The MIPO Approach for Kids 🧒🦴

👋 👩‍🔬 👨‍⚕️ When a child suffers a serious leg fracture, the goal is to get them back on their feet as safely and quickly as possible. While flexible nails are common, they aren't always the best fit for every child or every break.

📰 New research in EFORT Open Reviews highlights the benefits of Bridge Plating (MIPO):

✅ Biological Fix: The plate "bridges" the break without touching the sensitive fracture site, protecting the blood supply for faster healing.

✅ Small Incisions: Uses "keyhole" surgery techniques, meaning less pain and better-looking scars for the future.

✅ Early Movement: Because the plate is strong, kids can often start moving their joints sooner, avoiding the stiffness of a heavy cast. 🏃‍♂️

👉 Why it matters: This technique is a game-changer for older children or more complex breaks that need extra stability.

🔗 Read the technical review: https://bit.ly/EOR260407

🧑‍🎓Author(s): Alberto Daniel Navarro Vergara, Jamil Soni, Weverley Rubele Valenza, Estefanía Birrer, and Heloisa Zimmmermann Faggion

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