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Brueton RN, Heatley FW, Brookes M. The effect of ultrasound on bone healing across a bone gap, an experimental study of a delayed union model. Injury 2023; 54:110820. [PMID: 37277267 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.05.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Revised: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The aim of the study is to determine whether ultrasound accelerates bone repair across a bone gap. To replicate the clinical situation of bone repair in a severe tibial fracture, such as Gustilo grade three, we designed an experimental model to determine whether ultrasound can promote bone healing in the presence of a bone gap. The effect of ultrasound on bone healing of a tibial bone gap held in an external fixator was studied. 60 New Zealand White rabbits were divided into four groups. In one group of 6 animals, a tibial osteotomy was closed or compressed and studied at six weeks (Comparative Group). In 3 groups of 18 animals each, a tibial bone gap was maintained and was untreated, treated with ultrasound or mock ultrasound (Control Group). The repair of the bone gaps was studied in 3 animals each at 2,4,6,8,10 and 12 weeks. Investigation was by histology, angiography, radiography and densitometry. Three of the 18 untreated group progressed to delayed union, compared with 4 in the ultrasound and 3 in the mock ultrasound group (Control Group). Statistical analysis showed no difference between the three groups. 5 of the 6 closed/compressed osteotomies (Comparative Group) united faster at 6 weeks. The healing pattern of the bone gap groups were similar. We recommend this as a delayed union model. We found no evidence that ultrasound accelerated bone healing, reduced the rate of delayed union or increased callus formation in this model of delayed union. This study simulates delayed union following a compound tibial fracture and has clinical relevance concerning treatment of a delay in union with ultrasound.
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Tang L, An S, Zhang Z, Fan X, Guo J, Sun L, Ta D. MSTN is a key mediator for low-intensity pulsed ultrasound preventing bone loss in hindlimb-suspended rats. Bone 2021; 143:115610. [PMID: 32829040 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2020.115610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2019] [Revised: 08/17/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) has been used to accelerate bone fracture healing. However, the issue whether LIPUS is effective in preventing osteoporosis has not been clarified, and if so, what possible mechanisms might be responsible. Myostatin (MSTN) is a negative regulator of muscle growth, and its absence will trigger a positive response to bone. In this study, we examined the effects of LIPUS on bone micro-structure, mechanical properties and damage healing of hindlimb-suspended rats, and investigated whether the inhibition of MSTN plays a role in this process. The rats were randomly divided into four groups: Normal control group (NC), Hind limb suspension group (HLS), Hind limb suspension and 80 mW/cm2 LIPUS irradiation group (HLS+ 80 mW/cm2), Hind limb suspension and 30 mW/cm2 LIPUS irradiation group (HLS+ 30 mW/cm2). The HLS+ 80 mW/cm2 rats were treated with LIPUS (1 MHz, 80 mW/cm2) and the HLS+ 30 mW/cm2 rats were treated with LIPUS (1 MHz, 30 mW/cm2) on the femur for 20 min/day for 28 days. MC3T3-E1 cells were respectively cultured with the serum of wild type mouse and MSTN knockout mouse at 1% concentration for 7 days. After 28 days, LIPUS effectively prevented the destruction of bone microstructure and the decline of mechanical properties, and promoted bone defect healing in the tail-suspended rats. In addition, LIPUS effectively reduced the MSTN content in the quadriceps and serum of the tail-suspended rats, inhibited its receptor and downstream signaling molecules and activated the Wnt signaling pathway in femurs. Growth of MC-3T3-E1 cell cultured with the serum of MSTN knockout mice was superior to that with wild mice serum on day 7. These results indicate that MSTN is a key mediator in LIPUS preventing bone loss caused by hindlimb-suspension.
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- Liang Tang
- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Ultrasonics, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
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- Department of Electronic Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, China; Human Phenome Institute, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China; Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention (MICCAI) of Shanghai, Shanghai 200032, China.
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Batista JM, Nakagaki WR, Soares EA, Camilli JA. Effects of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound exposure on rats tibia periosteum. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2020; 92:e20180903. [PMID: 32074178 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202020180903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2018] [Accepted: 12/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The periosteum is a rich source of osteoprogenitor cells and periosteal grafts can be used as an alternative method to replace bone grafts. The low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) has often been used as a noninvasive method to stimulate osteogenesis and reduce the fracture healing time. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of the ultrasound exposure on the rat tibia periosteum. Group I (7 animals) received LIPUS therapy on the left tibia for 7 days and group II (7 animals) on the left tibia for 14 days. After euthanasia, the tibias were processed. Number of periosteal cells and vessels and thickness of the periosteum were analyzed. The number of periosteal cells was higher in stimulated periosteum compared to controls at 7 and 14 days, but the number of vessels and the thickness only were higher in the group stimulated at 14 days. Furthermore, the ultrasound treatment for 14 days was more effective than 7 days. The ultrasound stimulation of the periosteum prior to grafting procedure can be advantageous, since it increases periosteal activity, and LIPUS may be an alternative method for stimulating the periosteum when the use of periosteal grafts in bone repair is needed.
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- Jaqueline Martins Batista
- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas/UNICAMP, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Celular e Estrutural, Avenida Bertrand Russel, s/n, 13083-865 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas/UNICAMP, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Celular e Estrutural, Avenida Bertrand Russel, s/n, 13083-865 Campinas, SP, Brazil.,Programa de Mestrado em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade do Oeste Paulista/UNOESTE, Pró-Reitoria de Pesquisa e Pós-Graduação/Campus II, Rodovia Raposo Tavares, Km 572, Bairro do Limoeiro, 19067-175 Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Anatomia, Universidade Federal de Alfenas/UNIFAL, Rua Gabriel Monteiro da Silva 700, 37130-001 Alfenas, MG, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas/UNICAMP, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Celular e Estrutural, Avenida Bertrand Russel, s/n, 13083-865 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Minto J, Zhou X, Osborn J, Zhang LG, Sarkar K, Rao RD. Three-Dimensional Printing: A Catalyst for a Changing Orthopaedic Landscape. JBJS Rev 2020; 8:e0076. [DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.19.00076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Sun S, Sun L, Kang Y, Tang L, Qin YX, Ta D. Therapeutic Effects of Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound on Osteoporosis in Ovariectomized Rats: Intensity-Dependent Study. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2020; 46:108-121. [PMID: 31587953 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2019.08.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Revised: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/30/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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This study investigated the effects of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) of different spatial-average-temporal-average intensity (ISATA) ranging from 15-150 mW/cm2 on the treatment of osteoporosis in ovariectomized rats. Healthy 3-mo-old female Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into nine groups (n = 12 per group): sham-ovariectomy (OVX) control group, OVX control group and OVX groups treated with LIPUS at seven different intensities (ISATA: 15, 30, 50, 75, 100, 125 and 150 mW/cm2, respectively). LIPUS was applied to bilateral femurs 12 wk post-OVX for 20 min/d for 6 wk. Micro-computed tomography, biomechanical tests, serum biochemical analysis and grip strength tests were performed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of LIPUS at different intensities. Results revealed that LIPUS intensity yielded strong correlations with bone mineral density and bone microstructure (R2 = 0.57-0.83) and bone mechanical strength (R2 = 0.80-0.97), and that the intensity of 150 mW/cm2, instead of the 30 mW/cm2 widely used in bone fracture healing, was most effective in maintaining bone mass among all the LIPUS signals between 15 and 150 mW/cm2. This suggests that higher ultrasound intensity (i.e., 150 mW/cm2) may be more effective than lower intensity in mitigation of osteopenia and osteoporosis.
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- Shuxin Sun
- Department of Electronic Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, China
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- Institute of Sports Biology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York, USA
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- Department of Electronic Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; State Key Laboratory of ASIC and System, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention (MICCAI) of Shanghai, Shanghai, China.
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Chen LR, Hou PH, Chen KH. Nutritional Support and Physical Modalities for People with Osteoporosis: Current Opinion. Nutrients 2019; 11:nu11122848. [PMID: 31757101 PMCID: PMC6950804 DOI: 10.3390/nu11122848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2019] [Revised: 11/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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Osteoporosis is a vital healthcare issue among elderly people. During the aging process, a gradual loss of bone mass results in osteopenia and osteoporosis. Heritable factors account for 60%-80% of optimal bone mineralization, whereas modifiable factors such as nutrition, weight-bearing exercise, body mass, and hormonal milieu affect the development of osteopenia and osteoporosis in adulthood. Osteoporosis substantially increases the risk of skeletal fractures and further morbidity and mortality. The effective prevention of fractures by reducing the loss of bone mass is the primary goal for physicians treating people with osteoporosis. Other than pharmacologic agents, lifestyle adjustment, nutritional support, fall prevention strategies, exercise, and physical modalities can be used to treat osteoporosis or prevent further osteoporotic fracture. Each of these factors, alone or in combination, can be of benefit to people with osteoporosis and should be implemented following a detailed discussion with patients. This review comprises a systematic survey of the current literature on osteoporosis and its nonpharmacologic and nonsurgical treatment. It provides clinicians and healthcare workers with evidence-based information on the assessment and management of osteoporosis. However, numerous issues regarding osteoporosis and its treatment remain unexplored and warrant future investigation.
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- Li-Ru Chen
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei 10449, Taiwan; (L.-R.C.); (P.-H.H.)
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Chiao-Tung University, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei 10449, Taiwan; (L.-R.C.); (P.-H.H.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Tzu-Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu-Chi Medical Foundation, Taipei 23142, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, Tzu-Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +886-2-66289779
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Chen D, Xiang M, Gong Y, Xu L, Zhang T, He Y, Zhou M, Xin L, Li J, Song J. LIPUS promotes FOXO1 accumulation by downregulating miR-182 to enhance osteogenic differentiation in hPDLCs. Biochimie 2019; 165:219-228. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2019.08.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Kieves NR, Canapp SO, Lotsikas PJ, Christopher SA, Leasure CS, Canapp D, Gavin PR. Effects of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on radiographic healing of tibial plateau leveling osteotomies in dogs: a prospective, randomized, double-blinded study. Vet Surg 2018; 47:614-622. [DOI: 10.1111/vsu.12798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2015] [Revised: 12/01/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2018] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Nina R. Kieves
- Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group; Annapolis Junction Maryland
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- Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group; Annapolis Junction Maryland
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- Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group; Annapolis Junction Maryland
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- Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group; Annapolis Junction Maryland
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Gadomski BC, McGilvray KC, Easley JT, Palmer RH, Jiao J, Li X, Qin YX, Puttlitz CM. An investigation of shock wave therapy and low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on fracture healing under reduced loading conditions in an ovine model. J Orthop Res 2018; 36:921-929. [PMID: 28762588 DOI: 10.1002/jor.23666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2017] [Accepted: 07/21/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The use of shock wave therapy (SWT) and low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) as countermeasures to the inhibited fracture healing experienced during mechanical unloading was investigated by administering treatment to the fracture sites of mature, female, Rambouillet Columbian ewes exposed to partial mechanical unloading or full gravitational loading. The amount of fracture healing experienced by the treatment groups was compared to controls in which identical surgical and testing protocols were administered except for SWT or LIPUS treatment. All groups were euthanized after a 28-day healing period. In vivo mechanical measurements demonstrated no significant alteration in fixation plate strains between treatments within either partial unloading group. Similarly, DXA BMD and 4-point bending stiffness were not significantly altered following either treatment. μCT analyses demonstrated lower callus bone volume for treated animals (SWT and LIPUS, p < 0.01) in the full gravity group but not between reduced loading groups. Callus osteoblast numbers as well as mineralized surface and bone formation rate were significantly elevated to the level of the full gravity groups in the reduced loading groups following both SWT and LIPUS. Although no increase in 4-week mechanical strength was observed, it is possible that an increase in the overall rate of fracture healing (i.e., callus strength) may be experienced at longer time points under partial loading conditions given the increase in osteoblast numbers and bone formation parameters following SWT and LIPUS. © 2017 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 36:921-929, 2018.
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- Benjamin C Gadomski
- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering and School of Biomedical Engineering, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Colorado
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering and School of Biomedical Engineering, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Colorado
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- Preclinical Surgical Research Laboratory, Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Colorado
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- Preclinical Surgical Research Laboratory, Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Colorado
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering and School of Biomedical Engineering, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, Colorado
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Bayat M, Virdi A, Jalalifirouzkouhi R, Rezaei F. Comparison of effects of LLLT and LIPUS on fracture healing in animal models and patients: A systematic review. PROGRESS IN BIOPHYSICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2018; 132:3-22. [PMID: 28688752 DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2017.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2017] [Revised: 06/30/2017] [Accepted: 07/04/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The aim of this paper is to study the in vivo potency of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and low intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) alone, accompanied by bone grafts, or accompanied by other factors on fracture healing in animal models and patients. In this paper, we aim to systematically review the published scientific literature regarding the use of LLLT and LIPUS to accelerate fracture healing in animal models and patients. We searched the PubMed database for the terms LLLT or LIPUS and/or bone, and fracture. Our analysis also suggests that both LIPUS and LLLT may be beneficial to fracture healing in patients, and that LIPUS is more effective. These finding are of considerable importance in those treatments with a LIPUS, as a laser device may reduce healing time. The most clinically relevant impact of the LIPUS treatment could be a significant reduction in the proportion of patients who go on to develop a nonunion. If it is confirmed that the therapeutic influence is true and reliable, patients will obtain benefits from LIPUS and LLLT. Further clinical trials of high methodological quality are needed in order to determine the optimal role of LIPUS and LLLT in fracture healing in patients.
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- Mohammad Bayat
- Department of Cell & Molecular Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA; Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Department of Biology and Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Cell & Molecular Medicine, (formerly, Anatomy and Cell Biology), Rush University Medical Center, 1750 W. Harrison St., Suite 1413A, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Aliabouzar M, Zhang LG, Sarkar K. Lipid Coated Microbubbles and Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Enhance Chondrogenesis of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells in 3D Printed Scaffolds. Sci Rep 2016; 6:37728. [PMID: 27883051 PMCID: PMC5121887 DOI: 10.1038/srep37728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2016] [Accepted: 10/31/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Lipid-coated microbubbles are used to enhance ultrasound imaging and drug delivery. Here we apply these microbubbles along with low intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) for the first time to enhance proliferation and chondrogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) in a 3D printed poly-(ethylene glycol)-diacrylate (PEG-DA) hydrogel scaffold. The hMSC proliferation increased up to 40% after 5 days of culture in the presence of 0.5% (v/v) microbubbles and LIPUS in contrast to 18% with LIPUS alone. We systematically varied the acoustic excitation parameters-excitation intensity, frequency and duty cycle-to find 30 mW/cm2, 1.5 MHz and 20% duty cycle to be optimal for hMSC proliferation. A 3-week chondrogenic differentiation results demonstrated that combining LIPUS with microbubbles enhanced glycosaminoglycan (GAG) production by 17% (5% with LIPUS alone), and type II collagen production by 78% (44% by LIPUS alone). Therefore, integrating LIPUS and microbubbles appears to be a promising strategy for enhanced hMSC growth and chondrogenic differentiation, which are critical components for cartilage regeneration. The results offer possibilities of novel applications of microbubbles, already clinically approved for contrast enhanced ultrasound imaging, in tissue engineering.
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- Mitra Aliabouzar
- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
- Department of Medicine, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
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Effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on posterolateral lumbar fusion of rabbit. ASIAN PAC J TROP MED 2015; 8:68-72. [PMID: 25901928 DOI: 10.1016/s1995-7645(14)60190-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2014] [Revised: 11/10/2014] [Accepted: 12/22/2014] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To observe the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound in the posterolateral lumbar fusion of rabbit. METHODS A total of 48 New Zealand white rabbits were randomly divided into the observation group and control group, including the autogenous iliac observation group, artificial bone observation group, artificial bone control group and autogenous iliac control group according to the different bone grafting. The posterolateral lumbar fusion of rabbits in each group was analyzed and compared. RESULTS After 4 weeks of treatment using the low-intensity pulsed ultrasound, the fusion in the bone grafting area of observation group was good. There was the relatively dense fusion area between the right transverse process and artificial bone. The left transverse process had been completely fused, with the clear bone trabecula through the fusion area. There was no significant fusion sign in the control group. According to the fusion comparison between two groups, the fusion rate of the observation group was 83.3% and it was significantly higher than the one of the control group (37.5%). Results of the comparison were statistically significant (P<0.05). The number of chondrocytes and the increase in the relative gray-scale in the fusion area of the iliac observation group were significantly higher than ones of the iliac control group (P<0.05). The number of chondrocytes and the increase in the relative gray-scale in the fusion area of the artificial bone observation group were significantly higher than ones of the artificial bone control group (P<0.05). The expression of IL-1, IL-6 and IL-17 4 weeks after the treatment of the observation group was significantly lower than the one of the control group, with the statistical significance (P<0.05). It indicated that the treatment of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound could reduce the expression level of inflammatory factors. CONCLUSIONS The low-intensity pulsed ultrasound can significantly increase the bone grafting fusion rate of the rabbit's posterolateral lumbar fusion. The possible mechanism is that it promotes the lumbar posterolateral endochondral ossification and reduces the inflammatory reaction.
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Clinician-performed ultrasound in hemodynamic and cardiac assessment: a synopsis of current indications and limitations. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2015; 41:469-80. [PMID: 26038013 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-014-0492-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2014] [Accepted: 12/27/2014] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Accurate hemodynamic and intravascular volume status assessment is essential in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of critically ill patients. Over the last two decades, a number of technological advances were translated into a variety of minimally invasive or non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring modalities. Despite the promise of less invasive technologies, the quality, reliability, reproducibility, and generalizability of resultant hemodynamic and intravascular volume status data have been lacking. Since its formal introduction, ultrasound technology has provided the medical community with a more standardized, higher quality, broadly applicable, and reproducible method of accomplishing the above-mentioned objectives. With the advent of portable, hand-carried devices, the importance of sonography in hemodynamic and volume status assessment became clear. From basic venous collapsibility and global cardiac assessment to more complex tasks such as the assessment of cardiac flow and tissue Doppler signals, the number of real-life indications for sonology continues to increase. This review will provide an outline of the essential ultrasound applications in hemodynamic and volume status assessment, focusing on evidence-based uses and indications.
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Decker S, Reifenrath J, Omar M, Krettek C, Müller CW. Non-osteotomy and osteotomy large animal fracture models in orthopedic trauma research. Orthop Rev (Pavia) 2014; 6:5575. [PMID: 25568730 PMCID: PMC4274451 DOI: 10.4081/or.2014.5575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2014] [Revised: 10/12/2014] [Accepted: 10/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Large animal fracture models are important in the field of orthopedic trauma research. New implants are tested in animals before being implanted into humans. Large animals like sheep or swine often are more properly to simulate conditions in humans, e.g. biomechanical demands, compared to rodents. Cited articles mainly analyze shock or fracture healing. Both osteotomy and non-osteotomy fracture models have been used in the past. However, comparative studies are rare and clear recommendation when to use which model are missing. This review will summarize large animal fracture models putting special emphasis on non-osteotomy fracture models.
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- Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover , Germany
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- Trauma Department, Hannover Medical School , Germany
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Skau JR, Rodrigues B, Rosa FO, Araujo RC, Fontinele RG, Souza RRD. Histomorphometrical analysis on the effects of two therapeutic ultrasound intensities on fracture healing in aged rats. FISIOTERAPIA EM MOVIMENTO 2014. [DOI: 10.1590/0103-5150.027.002.ao02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Introduction Experimental studies conducted in young animals show that therapeutic ultrasound (TUS) has been successfully used to shorten the healing time of bone fractures. However, they were not found in the literature, studies comparing the effect of different intensities of UST in aged animals. Objective To test the efficacy of intensity 1.0 W/cm2 and of 0.5 W/cm2 in the consolidation of experimental fracture of the tibia from aged Wistar rats. Materials and methods Three groups of 15 month old rats were submitted to a midshaft osteotomy of the tibia and then, the hind member was immobilized with a metal splint and plaster of Paris, wrapping the knee and ankle joint. One group (L), received ultrasound at 0.5 W/cm2; the other group (I), were exposed to ultrasound at 1.0 W/cm2. One control group (C), did not receive the ultrasound. Fifteen animals (five from each group) were euthanatized at the end of the first week and fifteen (five from each group) at the end of the third week. The progress of the fracture healing was performed for each group by morphometric analysis of histological sections of the fracture region. Results and conclusion The results showed that fractures treated with ultrasound at 1.0 W/cm2 healed significantly faster than did the fractures treated with ultrasound at 0.5 W/cm2 and the control.
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Fındık Y, Baykul T. Effects of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on autogenous bone graft healing. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2014; 117:e255-60. [DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2012.05.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2012] [Revised: 04/26/2012] [Accepted: 05/29/2012] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Genes responsive to low-intensity pulsed ultrasound in MC3T3-E1 preosteoblast cells. Int J Mol Sci 2013; 14:22721-40. [PMID: 24252911 PMCID: PMC3856087 DOI: 10.3390/ijms141122721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2013] [Revised: 07/04/2013] [Accepted: 08/06/2013] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Although low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) has been shown to enhance bone fracture healing, the underlying mechanism of LIPUS remains to be fully elucidated. Here, to better understand the molecular mechanism underlying cellular responses to LIPUS, we investigated gene expression profiles in mouse MC3T3-E1 preosteoblast cells exposed to LIPUS using high-density oligonucleotide microarrays and computational gene expression analysis tools. Although treatment of the cells with a single 20-min LIPUS (1.5 MHz, 30 mW/cm(2)) did not affect the cell growth or alkaline phosphatase activity, the treatment significantly increased the mRNA level of Bglap. Microarray analysis demonstrated that 38 genes were upregulated and 37 genes were downregulated by 1.5-fold or more in the cells at 24-h post-treatment. Ingenuity pathway analysis demonstrated that the gene network U (up) contained many upregulated genes that were mainly associated with bone morphology in the category of biological functions of skeletal and muscular system development and function. Moreover, the biological function of the gene network D (down), which contained downregulated genes, was associated with gene expression, the cell cycle and connective tissue development and function. These results should help to further clarify the molecular basis of the mechanisms of the LIPUS response in osteoblast cells.
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Reifenrath J, Angrisani N, Lalk M, Besdo S. Replacement, refinement, and reduction: Necessity of standardization and computational models for long bone fracture repair in animals. J Biomed Mater Res A 2013; 102:2884-900. [DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.34920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2013] [Revised: 07/30/2013] [Accepted: 07/31/2013] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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- Janin Reifenrath
- Small Animal Clinic; University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover; Bünteweg 9 30559 Hannover Germany
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- Small Animal Clinic; University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover; Bünteweg 9 30559 Hannover Germany
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- Small Animal Clinic; University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover; Bünteweg 9 30559 Hannover Germany
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- Institute of Continuum Mechanics; Leibniz Universität Hannover; Appelstr. 11 30167 Hannover Germany
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Omes C, Fassina L, Magenes G, Ogliari D, Tinelli C, Riva F. Biological effects of ultrasound stimulus on cells derived from human ovarian follicular liquid. ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE IEEE ENGINEERING IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY SOCIETY. IEEE ENGINEERING IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY SOCIETY. ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2013; 2013:850-853. [PMID: 24109821 DOI: 10.1109/embc.2013.6609634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Stimulus (LIPUS) accelerates the bone fracture healing in animal models and in clinical studies. In this work, according to the literature, we have chosen the mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) as precursors of bony tissue, in particular the MSCs derived from the human ovarian follicular liquid (FL), and we have investigated the effects of ultrasounds on their proliferation. We tested two different durations of ultrasound stimulus (2 and 5 min) and compared these data to the control without ultrasound treatment. To quantify the proliferation of these putative MSCs, we used the BrdU incorporation assay: in comparison with the control, the results showed that 5 min of ultrasound stimulus significantly increased the percentage number of cells in intensive proliferative activity; on the other hand, there was no significant difference using 2 min of stimulation, hypothetically because the transmitted energy was not sufficient to stimulate the cells and to consequently enhance their proliferation. In conclusion, the effects of LIPUS on putative MSCs derived from ovarian follicular liquid show potential developments in biotech or medical applications.
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Reichert JC, Berner A, Saifzadeh S, Hutmacher DW. Preclinical Animal Models for Segmental Bone Defect Research and Tissue Engineering. Regen Med 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-5690-8_40] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Ko CY, Kang H, Seo DH, Jung B, Schreiber J, Kim HS. Low-level laser therapy using the minimally invasive laser needle system on osteoporotic bone in ovariectomized mice. Med Eng Phys 2012; 35:1015-9. [PMID: 23127900 DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2012.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2011] [Revised: 09/13/2012] [Accepted: 10/03/2012] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This study tested the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in preventing and/or treating osteoporotic trabecular bone. Mice were ovariectomized (OVX) to induce osteoporotic bone loss. The tibiae of eight OVX mice were treated for 5 days each week for 2 weeks by LLLT (660 nm, 3 J) using a minimally invasive laser needle system (MILNS) which is designed to minimize loss of laser energy before reaching bone (LASER group). Another eight mice received a sham treatment (SHAM group). Structural parameters of trabecular bone were measured with in vivo micro-computed tomography images before and after laser treatment. After LLLT for 2 weeks, the percentage reduction (%R) was significantly lower in BV/TV (bone volume fraction) and Tb.N (trabecular number, p<0.05 and p<0.05) and significant higher in Tb.Sp (trabecular separation) and SMI (structure model index, p<0.05 and p<0.05) than in the SHAM group. The %R in BV/TV at sites directly treated by LLLT was significantly lower in the LASER group than the SHAM group (p<0.05, p<0.05). These results indicated that LLLT using MILNS may be effective for preventing and/or treating trabecular bone loss and the effect may be site-dependent in the same bone.
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- Chang-Yong Ko
- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Yonsei-Fraunhofer Medical Device Lab, Yonsei University, Wonju, Gangwon 220-710, Republic of Korea
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Hartzell TL, Rubinstein R, Herman M. Therapeutic modalities--an updated review for the hand surgeon. J Hand Surg Am 2012; 37:597-621. [PMID: 22305724 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2011.12.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2011] [Accepted: 12/27/2011] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The number of therapeutic modalities available to the hand surgeon has greatly increased over the past several decades. A field once predicated only on heat, massage, and cold therapy now uses electrical stimulators, ultrasound, biofeedback, iontophoresis, phonophoresis, mirror therapy, lasers, and a number of other modalities. With this expansion in choices, there has been a concurrent effort to better define which modalities are truly effective. In this review, we aim to characterize the commonly used modalities and provide the evidence available that supports their continued use.
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- Tristan L Hartzell
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Box 9569902, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095-6902, USA.
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Renno ACM, Fávaro-Pípi E, Fernandes K, Tim C, Ribeiro DA. Ultrasound therapy modulates osteocalcin expression during bone repair in rats. ULTRASONICS 2012; 52:111-116. [PMID: 21820693 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultras.2011.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2010] [Revised: 06/12/2011] [Accepted: 07/05/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The aim of this study was to measure the temporal pattern of the protein expression of RUNX2, RANKL, OPG, and osteocalcin after ultrasound therapy during the process of bone healing by immunohistochemistry. The animals were randomly distributed into two groups: control or ultrasound-treated group. A non-critical size bone defects were surgically created at the upper third of the tibia. The treatments started 24h post-surgery, and they are performed for 3, 6, and 12 sessions, with an interval of 48h. A low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (1.5MHz, 1:4 duty cycle, intensity SATA 30mW/cm(2), 20min/session, stationary mode application) was used. On days 7, 13, and 25 post-injury, rats were killed individually by carbon dioxide asphyxia. The tibias were removed for analysis. The histopathological analysis pointed out no remarkable differences between groups for all periods evaluated. However, immunohistochemical data revealed that ultrasound therapy produced an up-regulation of osteocalcin at day 7th and 13th post-surgery. Taken together, our results indicate that ultrasound therapy modulates osteocalcin expression during bone repair in rats as depicted by differential immunopression at the initial and intermediate stages of recovery.
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- Ana Claudia Muniz Renno
- Departamento de Biociências, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Av. Ana Costa, 95, Santos, SP, Brazil
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Low bone density management via capacitively coupled electrical fields and low intensity pulsed ultrasound in hemiparetic cerebral palsy. EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL HUMAN GENETICS 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmhg.2011.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Paskalev M, Goranov N, Sotirov L, Krastev S, Roydev R. Effect of therapeutic ultrasound on bone healing and blood bone markers in dogs with experimental tibial osteotomies. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011. [DOI: 10.1007/s00580-011-1333-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Shiraishi R, Masaki C, Toshinaga A, Okinaga T, Nishihara T, Yamanaka N, Nakamoto T, Hosokawa R. The Effects of Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Exposure on Gingival Cells. J Periodontol 2011; 82:1498-503. [DOI: 10.1902/jop.2011.100627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Lai CH, Chuang CC, Li JKJ, Chen SC, Chang WHS. Effects of ultrasound on osteotomy healing in a rabbit fracture model. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2011; 37:1635-1643. [PMID: 21821345 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2011.06.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2010] [Revised: 06/16/2011] [Accepted: 06/23/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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This study investigated the effects of ultrasound (US) at different frequencies on fracture healing over a three-week period in a rabbit fibular fracture model. Forty-five adult New Zealand White rabbits were divided into five groups: a control group and four groups treated with US frequencies of 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0 MHz (0.5 W/cm(2), 200-μs burst, pulsed 1:4). After anesthesia, transverse osteotomy was performed on the fibula bone. This was followed by intravital staining and fluorescence microscopic examination of new bone formation and biomechanical tests of torsional stiffness at the osteotomy site. Results showed that total new bone formation and torsional stiffness of the fibula were greater in all US-treated groups than in the control group. No significant difference was found between any of the four US-treated groups. The US treatment also enhanced bone growth of the sham-treated contralateral fracture site. These results suggest that US treatment at 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 MHz can enhance fracture healing in a rabbit model. Furthermore, the effects of US on fracture healing at present parameters might not be confined locally.
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- Chien-Hung Lai
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Chung SL, Pounder NM, de Ana FJ, Qin L, Sui Leung K, Cheung WH. Fracture healing enhancement with low intensity pulsed ultrasound at a critical application angle. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2011; 37:1120-1133. [PMID: 21640476 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2011.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2010] [Revised: 04/11/2011] [Accepted: 04/26/2011] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) was shown to have dose-dependent enhancement effect on the osteogenic activity of human periosteal cells that played an important role in fracture healing. It was hypothesized that the stimulatory effects of LIPUS on the periosteal cells could be optimized by adjusting the ultrasound delivered at its critical angle to the surface of bone. This increased the transmission of ultrasound waves on periosteum. By using a rat femoral fracture model, the stimulatory effects of LIPUS transmitted at 0°, 22°, 35° and 48°, and the sham-treatment control were investigated. Treatment efficacy was assessed using radiography, micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), histomorphometry and torsional test. The results showed that callus mineralization and bridging, biomechanical properties were significantly enhanced in the 35° group over the control and 0° groups after week 8. LIPUS transmitted at 35°, which could be the critical application angle, showed the best enhancement effects among all the other groups. LIPUS transmitted at a critical application angle may have greater enhancement effects in fracture healing.
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- Shu Lu Chung
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong, SAR, China
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Tobita K, Ohnishi I, Matsumoto T, Ohashi S, Bessho M, Kaneko M, Matsuyama J, Nakamura K. Effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound stimulation on callus remodelling in a gap-healing model. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 93:525-30. [DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.93b4.25449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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We evaluated the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound stimulation (LIPUS) on the remodelling of callus in a rabbit gap-healing model by bone morphometric analyses using three-dimensional quantitative micro-CT. A tibial osteotomy with a 2 mm gap was immobilised by rigid external fixation and LIPUS was applied using active translucent devices. A control group had sham inactive transducers applied. A region of interest of micro-CT was set at the centre of the osteotomy gap with a width of 1 mm. The morphometric parameters used for evaluation were the volume of mineralised callus (BV) and the volumetric bone mineral density of mineralised tissue (mBMD). The whole region of interest was measured and subdivided into three zones as follows: the periosteal callus zone (external), the medullary callus zone (endosteal) and the cortical gap zone (intercortical). The BV and mBMD were measured for each zone. In the endosteal area, there was a significant increase in the density of newly formed callus which was subsequently diminished by bone resorption that overwhelmed bone formation in this area as the intramedullary canal was restored. In the intercortical area, LIPUS was considered to enhance bone formation throughout the period of observation. These findings indicate that LIPUS could shorten the time required for remodelling and enhance the mineralisation of callus.
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- K. Tobita
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
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Arnoldi J, Henry P, Procter P, Robioneck B, Jönsson A. In vivo tissue response to ultrasound assisted application of biodegradable pins into cortical and cancellous bone structures: a histological and densitometric analysis in rabbits. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION 2011; 23:663-76. [PMID: 21375807 DOI: 10.1163/092050611x558288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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In orthopaedic traumatology biodegradable pins are increasingly used for fixation of small bone fragments. In the present study, the ultrasound-assisted anchoring technique (SonicFusion technique), a osteosynthesis method being recently introduced in cranial applications, in which ultrasonic energy is used to insert and anchor polymer pins in bone, was compared with the conventional pin application procedure. The aim of the present study was to assess the short and long term thermal impact of two different ultrasonic energy levels on different bone structures in the distal medial femur of rabbits. The treatment groups consisted of customized polylactide pins applied at a low and a high energy level, the Reference Control and a Negative Control. The thermal effect on bone tissues was evaluated by means of qualitative and semi-quantitative histology and micro-computerized tomography. Five days following surgery, all implant sites showed no tissue damage but normal signs of early ongoing tissue repair. Enhancing the energy level by about 30% had no significant impact on the tissue response. At 4 weeks after surgery test sites covered by ultrasound-aided implantation showed a significantly enhanced bone/implant contact as compared to pins applied by conventional application. In conclusion, the ultrasound assisted anchoring technique not only did not impair bone regeneration, but even improved implant integration.
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- Jörg Arnoldi
- Stryker Osteosynthesis, Dr. Homer Stryker Strasse 1, CH-2545 Selzach, Switzerland.
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Hsu SK, Huang WT, Liu BS, Li SM, Chen HT, Chang CJ. Effects of near-field ultrasound stimulation on new bone formation and osseointegration of dental titanium implants in vitro and in vivo. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2011; 37:403-416. [PMID: 21276654 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2010.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2010] [Revised: 11/01/2010] [Accepted: 12/03/2010] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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A near-field ultrasound stimulation system was designed for use in in vitro and in vivo trials. The intensity of ultrasound was studied to optimize the osseointegration of the dental titanium implant into the adjacent bone. MG63 osteoblast-like cells were seeded on commercial purity titanium (CP-Ti) plate, and then sonicated for 3 min/day at a frequency of 1 MHz and intensities of 0.05, 0.15 and 0.30 W/cm(2), using either pulsed or continuous ultrasound. Cells were analyzed to determine viability (inhibition of (3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) reduction) and alkaline phosphatase (ALP). Tissue culture was performed in vitro by placing a CP-Ti plate in a cultured rat neonatal calvarial defect in response to ultrasound stimulation. In the in vivo trial, screw-shaped CP-Ti implants were inserted into the metaphysis of rabbit tibia, and then stimulated by ultrasound for 10 min daily for 30 d. All samples were processed for histomorphometric evaluation and analyzed by image system. Color Doppler ultrasonography was inspected to evaluate the supply of blood flow. Pulsed ultrasound groups had higher MTT and ALP than control. Tissue culture indicated that pulsed ultrasound groups promoted cell migration and new bone regeneration more effectively than in the control. In animal study, blood flow and mature type I collagen fibers were more prevalent around titanium implants, and bone formation was accelerated in pulsed ultrasound groups. In conclusion, low-intensity pulsed ultrasound at 0.05-0.3 W/cm(2) may accelerate cell proliferation and promote the maturation of collagen fibers and support osteointegration.
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- Shih-Kuang Hsu
- Department of Dental Technology and Material Sciences, Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taichung, Taiwan
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Preclinical Animal Models for Segmental Bone Defect Research and Tissue Engineering. Regen Med 2011. [DOI: 10.1007/978-90-481-9075-1_36] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Fávaro-Pípi E, Bossini P, de Oliveira P, Ribeiro JU, Tim C, Parizotto NA, Alves JM, Ribeiro DA, Selistre de Araújo HS, Renno ACM. Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound produced an increase of osteogenic genes expression during the process of bone healing in rats. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2010; 36:2057-2064. [PMID: 20950932 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2010.07.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2010] [Revised: 06/30/2010] [Accepted: 07/11/2010] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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The aim of this study was to measure the temporal expression of osteogenic genes during the process of bone healing in low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) treated bone defects by means of histopathologic and real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis. Animals were randomly distributed into two groups (n = 30): control group (bone defect without treatment) and LIPUS treated (bone defect treated with LIPUS). On days 7, 13 and 25 postinjury, 10 rats per group were sacrificed. Rats were treated with a 30 mW/cm(2) LIPUS. The results pointed out intense new bone formation surrounded by highly vascularized connective tissue presenting a slight osteogenic activity, with primary bone deposition was observed in the group exposed to LIPUS in the intermediary (13 days) and late stages of repair (25 days) in the treated animals. In addition, quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) showed an upregulation of bone morphogenetic protein 4 (BMP4), osteocalcin and Runx2 genes 7 days after the surgery. In the intermediary period, there was no increase in the expression. The expression of alkaline phosphatase, BMP4 and Runx2 was significantly increased at the last period. Our results indicate that LIPUS therapy improves bone repair in rats and upregulated osteogenic genes, mainly at the late stages of recovery.
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- Elaine Fávaro-Pípi
- Department of Physiotherapy, Federal University of São Carlos, São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil
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Volpon JB, Mota FCD, Beletti ME. Low-intensity ultrasound application in distal radius metaphyseal bone defects of dogs. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2010; 36:1849-1855. [PMID: 20888687 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2010.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2010] [Revised: 07/28/2010] [Accepted: 08/07/2010] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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We assessed the repair of transverse, 3-mm wide bone gaps created at the distal radius in 28 dogs that were randomly divided into two 14-animal groups; one was the control group and the other received a daily, 20-min application of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound for 100 days. Sequential radiographs, histomorphometrics, bone fluorescent histology and bone vascularity assessments found that all animals from both groups obtained a stage of hypertrophic-type nonunion with fibrocartilage tissue formation throughout the region of osteotomy. However, treated animals exhibited areas of endochondral ossification within the fibrocartilage region. There was no difference in type of vascularity or the newly formed bone process obtained by tetracycline labeling. Application of low-intensity ultrasound was not capable of significantly changing the reparative process and it may not be sufficiently powerful to overcome a combination of local deleterious effects on bone healing, created by gapping, excessive motion and periosteal resection.
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- Jose B Volpon
- University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Ribeirao Preto, SP, Brazil.
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A new volar vascularization technique using the superficial palmar branch of the radial artery for the collapsed scaphoid nonunion. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg 2010; 14:160-72. [PMID: 20818218 DOI: 10.1097/bth.0b013e3181d4871f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Achieving union to prevent scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse wrist in the scaphoid nonunion is a challenging clinical problem. Much of the difficulty relates to the tenuous blood supply to the scaphoid. One unsolved reconstructive problem is the collapsed scaphoid that requires an intercalated wedge graft with proximal pole avascular necrosis. We offer a simple technique that only requires preservation of the superficial palmar branch of the radial artery that is typically ligated during the volar approach to the scaphoid. This technique can also be used during any open volar approach to the scaphoid to increase vascularity and healing.
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Fávaro-Pípi E, Feitosa SM, Ribeiro DA, Bossini P, Oliveira P, Parizotto NA, Renno ACM. Comparative study of the effects of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound and low-level laser therapy on bone defects in tibias of rats. Lasers Med Sci 2010; 25:727-32. [DOI: 10.1007/s10103-010-0772-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2009] [Accepted: 02/26/2010] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Woo DG, Ko CY, Kim HS, Seo JB, Lim D. Evaluation of the Potential Clinical Application of Low-Intensity Ultrasound Stimulation for Preventing Osteoporotic Bone Fracture. Ann Biomed Eng 2010; 38:2438-46. [DOI: 10.1007/s10439-010-9983-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2009] [Accepted: 02/22/2010] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Shakouri K, Eftekharsadat B, Oskuie MR, Soleimanpour J, Tarzamni MK, Salekzamani Y, Hoshyar Y, Nezami N. Effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on fracture callus mineral density and flexural strength in rabbit tibial fresh fracture. J Orthop Sci 2010; 15:240-4. [PMID: 20358338 DOI: 10.1007/s00776-009-1436-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2009] [Accepted: 11/02/2009] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Low-intensity ultrasound is a biophysical intervention on a fracture repair process. However, the effect of low-intensity ultrasound therapy on fracture healing is controversial. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) therapy on the fracture healing process, including mineral density and strength of callus using a rabbit model. METHODS A total of 30 rabbits underwent unilateral, transverse, and mid-tibia open osteotomies that were stabilized with external fixators. Then, the animals were divided into two study groups composed of 15 rabbits each: the case group (US), which were exposed to low-intensity pulsed ultrasound with 30 mW/cm(2) intensity and 1.5 MHz sine waves; and the control group (C), which underwent sham ultrasound treatment. Callus development and mineral density were evaluated using multidetector computed tomography at 2, 5, and 8 weeks, after which the animals were killed. Three-point bending tests of both healed and intact bones were assessed and compared. RESULTS The results demonstrated that the callus mineral density in the US group was higher than in the C group (1202.20 +/- 81.30 vs. 940.66 +/- 151.58 HU; P = 0.001) at the end of the 8th week. The mean recorded three-point bending test score of healed bones in the US group was not significantly different from that of the C group (359.35 +/- 173.39 vs. 311.02 +/- 80.58 N; P = 0.114). CONCLUSIONS The present study showed that low-intensity pulsed ultrasound enhanced callus mineral density with an insignificant increase in the strength of the fractured bone.
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- Kazem Shakouri
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tabriz University (Medical Sciences), Tabriz, Iran
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Papatheodorou LK, Malizos KN, Poultsides LA, Hantes ME, Grafanaki K, Giannouli S, Ioannou MG, Koukoulis GK, Protopappas VC, Fotiadis DI, Stathopoulos C. Effect of transosseous application of low-intensity ultrasound at the tendon graft-bone interface healing: gene expression and histological analysis in rabbits. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2009; 35:576-584. [PMID: 19185973 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2008.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2007] [Revised: 04/23/2008] [Accepted: 07/15/2008] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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The present study investigates the effect of transosseous low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LiUS) on the healing at tendon graft-bone interface, in molecular and histological level. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in both knees of 52 New Zealand White rabbits was excised and replaced with the long digital extensor. A custom-made ultrasound transducer was implanted onto the medial tibial condyle, adjacent to the surface of the bone tunnel at both knees of the rabbits. The LiUS-treated right knees received 200-mus bursts of 1 MHz sine waves at a pulse repetition rate of 1 kHz and with 30 mW/cm(2) spatial-average temporal-average intensity for 20 min daily (study group), while the left knee received no LiUS (control group). Thirty-six rabbits were used to perform semiquantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) analysis from both study and control groups for transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-beta1), biglycan and collagen I. RT-PCR products showed statistically significant upregulation of biglycan and collagen I gene expression in the study group, while TGF-beta1 gene expression exhibited a bimodal profile. Histological examination performed in 16 rabbits from both groups supported the findings of the molecular analysis, indicating a faster healing rate and a more efficient ligamentization process after ultrasound treatment. These findings suggest that transosseous application of LiUS enhances the healing rate of the tendon graft-bone interface, possibly by affecting the expression levels of genes significant for the tendon to bone healing process.
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- Loukia K Papatheodorou
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Musculoskeletal Trauma, University Hospital of Larissa, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessaly, 22 Papakiriazi st., Larissa, Greece
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Reichert JC, Saifzadeh S, Wullschleger ME, Epari DR, Schütz MA, Duda GN, Schell H, van Griensven M, Redl H, Hutmacher DW. The challenge of establishing preclinical models for segmental bone defect research. Biomaterials 2009; 30:2149-63. [PMID: 19211141 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2008.12.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 267] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2008] [Accepted: 12/19/2008] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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A considerable number of international research groups as well as commercial entities work on the development of new bone grafting materials, carriers, growth factors and specifically tissue-engineered constructs for bone regeneration. They are strongly interested in evaluating their concepts in highly reproducible large segmental defects in preclinical and large animal models. To allow comparison between different studies and their outcomes, it is essential that animal models, fixation devices, surgical procedures and methods of taking measurements are well standardized to produce reliable data pools and act as a base for further directions to orthopaedic and tissue engineering developments, specifically translation into the clinic. In this leading opinion paper, we aim to review and critically discuss the different large animal bone defect models reported in the literature. We conclude that most publications provide only rudimentary information on how to establish relevant preclinical segmental bone defects in large animals. Hence, we express our opinion on methodologies to establish preclinical critically sized, segmental bone defect models used in past research with reference to surgical techniques, fixation methods and postoperative management focusing on tibial fracture and segmental defect models.
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- Johannes C Reichert
- Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, 60 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove, Qld 4059, Australia.
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Fracture healing involves a complex interplay of cellular processes, culminating in bridging of a fracture gap with bone. Fracture healing can be compromised by numerous exogenous and endogenous patient factors, and intense research is currently going on to identify modalities that can increase the likelihood of successful healing. Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) has been proposed as a modality that may have a benefit for increasing reliable fracture healing as well as perhaps increasing the rate of fracture healing. We conducted a review to establish basic scince evidence of therapeutic role of lipus in fracture healing. An electronic search without language restrictions was accomplished of three databases (PubMed, Embase, Cinahl) for ultrasound-related research in osteocyte and chondrocyte cell culture and in animal fracture models, published from inception of the databases through December, 2008. Studies deemed to be most relevant were included in this review. Multiple in vitro and animal in vivo studies were identified. An extensive body of literature exists which delineates the mechanism of action for ultrasound on cellular and tissue signaling systems that may be related to fracture healing. Research on LIPUS in animal fracture models has demonstrated promising results for acceleration of fracture healing and for promotion of fracture healing in compromised tissue beds. A large body of cellular and animal research exists which reveals that LIPUS may be beneficial for accelerating normal fracture healing or for promoting fracture healing in compromised tissue beds. Further investigation of the effects of LIPUS in human fracture healing is warranted for this promising new therapy.
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- Gregory J Della Rocca
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65212, USA,Address for correspondence: Dr. Gregory J Della Rocca, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Missouri, One Hospital Dr., MC213, DC053,00, Columbia, MO 65212, USA E-mail:
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Nonunions occur in 5-10% of fractures and are characterized by the failure to heal without further intervention. Low intensity pulsed ultrasound therapy has been developed as an alternative to surgery in the treatment of nonunions. We describe a systematic review on trials of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound therapy for healing of nonunions. We searched the electronic databases Medline and the Cochrane library for articles on ultrasound and healing of nonunions published up to 2008. Trials selected for the review met the following criteria: treatment of at least one intervention group with low intensity pulsed ultrasound; inclusion of patients (humans) with one or more nonunions (defined as "established" or as a failure to heal for a minimum of eight months after initial injury); and assessment of healing and time to healing, as determined radiographically. The following data were abstracted from the included studies: sample size, ultrasound treatment characteristics, nonunion location, healing rate, time to fracture healing, fracture age, and demographic information. We found 79 potentially eligible publications, of which 14 met our inclusion criteria. Of these, eight studies were used for data abstraction. Healing rates averaged 87%, (range 65.6%-100%) among eight trials. Mean time to healing was 146.5 days, (range 56-219 days). There is evidence from trials that low-intensity pulsed ultrasound may be an effective treatment for healing of nonunions. More homogeneous and larger controlled series are needed to further investigate its efficacy.
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- Bernadetta G Dijkman
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery and Department of Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics. McMaster University, 293 Wellington Street North, Suite 110, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 2X2
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery and Department of Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics. McMaster University, 293 Wellington Street North, Suite 110, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 2X2
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery and Department of Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics. McMaster University, 293 Wellington Street North, Suite 110, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 2X2,Address for correspondence: Dr. Mohit Bhandari, Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, 293 Wellington Street North, Suite 110, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 2X2. E-mail:
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Lubbert PHW, van der Rijt RHH, Hoorntje LE, van der Werken C. Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) in fresh clavicle fractures: a multi-centre double blind randomised controlled trial. Injury 2008; 39:1444-52. [PMID: 18656872 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2008.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2007] [Revised: 03/28/2008] [Accepted: 04/02/2008] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Several randomised trials have been published on the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) on fracture healing in both distal radius and tibia fractures. Most studies showed a positive effect on time to clinical and radiological healing. We hypothesised that LIPUS has a beneficial effect on the healing of fresh clavicle fractures as well and studied its effect in non-operatively treated shaft fractures. METHODS We conducted a randomised double blind, placebo-controlled multi-centre trial in 101 adult patients with a non-operatively treated fresh clavicle shaft fracture. Of these patients, 49 used a placebo transducer and 52 patients had an active transducer with ultrasound stimulation (Exogen 2000). Data were analysed on intention to treat basis. Baseline parameters of both groups were not significantly different. RESULTS There were no differences in time to subjective clinical fracture healing, resumption of daily activities, sports or professional work, Visual Analogue pain Scores (VAS) and use of pain medication. CONCLUSION Our findings did not confirm that LIPUS accelerates clinical healing time of fresh clavicle shaft fractures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 1 evidence that low-intensity pulsed ultrasound does not accelerate clinical fracture healing in non-operatively treated fresh midshaft clavicle fractures.
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- Pieter H W Lubbert
- Department of Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Paliwal S, Mitragotri S. Therapeutic opportunities in biological responses of ultrasound. ULTRASONICS 2008; 48:271-278. [PMID: 18406440 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultras.2008.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2007] [Revised: 02/05/2008] [Accepted: 02/28/2008] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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The therapeutic benefits of several existing ultrasound-based therapies such as facilitated drug delivery, tumor ablation and thrombolysis derive largely from physical or mechanical effects. In contrast, ultrasound can also trigger various time-dependent biochemical responses in the exposed biological milieu. Several biological responses to ultrasound exposure have been previously described in the literature but only a handful of these provide therapeutic opportunities. These include the use of ultrasound for healing of soft tissues and bones, the use of ultrasound for inducing non-necrotic tumor atrophy as well as for potentiation of chemotherapeutic drugs, activation of the immune system, angiogenesis and suppression of phagocytosis. A review of these therapeutic opportunities is presented with particular emphasis on their mechanisms. Overall, this review presents the increasing importance of ultrasound's role as a biological sensitizer enabling novel therapeutic strategies.
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- Sumit Paliwal
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, USA
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Effects of low intensity pulsed ultrasound with and without increased cortical porosity on structural bone allograft incorporation. J Orthop Surg Res 2008; 3:20. [PMID: 18505579 PMCID: PMC2414658 DOI: 10.1186/1749-799x-3-20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2008] [Accepted: 05/27/2008] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background Though used for over a century, structural bone allografts suffer from a high rate of mechanical failure due to limited graft revitalization even after extended periods in vivo. Novel strategies that aim to improve graft incorporation are lacking but necessary to improve the long-term clinical outcome of patients receiving bone allografts. The current study evaluated the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS), a potent exogenous biophysical stimulus used clinically to accelerate the course of fresh fracture healing, and longitudinal allograft perforations (LAP) as non-invasive therapies to improve revitalization of intercalary allografts in a sheep model. Methods Fifteen skeletally-mature ewes were assigned to five experimental groups based on allograft type and treatment: +CTL, -CTL, LIPUS, LAP, LIPUS+LAP. The +CTL animals (n = 3) received a tibial ostectomy with immediate replacement of the resected autologous graft. The -CTL group (n = 3) received fresh frozen ovine tibial allografts. The +CTL and -CTL groups did not receive LAP or LIPUS treatments. The LIPUS treatment group (n = 3), following grafting with fresh frozen ovine tibial allografts, received ultrasound stimulation for 20 minutes/day, 5 days/week, for the duration of the healing period. The LAP treatment group (n = 3) received fresh frozen ovine allografts with 500 μm longitudinal perforations that extended 10 mm into the graft. The LIPUS+LAP treatment group (n = 3) received both LIPUS and LAP interventions. All animals were humanely euthanized four months following graft transplantation for biomechanical and histological analysis. Results After four months of healing, daily LIPUS stimulation of the host-allograft junctions, alone or in combination with LAP, resulted in 30% increases in reconstruction stiffness, paralleled by significant increases (p < 0.001) in callus maturity and periosteal bridging across the host/allograft interfaces. Longitudinal perforations extending 10 mm into the proximal and distal endplates filled to varying degrees with new appositional bone and significantly accelerated revitalization of the allografts compared to controls. Conclusion The current study has demonstrated in a large animal model the potential of both LIPUS and LAP therapy to improve the degree of allograft incorporation. LAP may provide an option for increasing porosity, and thus potential in vivo osseous apposition and revitalization, without adversely affecting the structural integrity of the graft.
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Perry MJ, Parry LK, Burton VJ, Gheduzzi S, Beresford JN, Humphrey VF, Skerry TM. Ultrasound mimics the effect of mechanical loading on bone formation in vivo on rat ulnae. Med Eng Phys 2008; 31:42-7. [PMID: 18495517 DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2008.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2007] [Revised: 04/08/2008] [Accepted: 04/11/2008] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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While the effect of ultrasound as an extreme example of low-magnitude high-frequency stimulation has been explored in the response of bone to injury, little is known about its effect on normal bone. This experiment was designed to test the hypothesis that ultrasound exerts a similar influence on bone as mechanical stimulation at a physiological level. Three groups of female Wistar rats were anaesthetised (6 per group). In one group, the left ulna was loaded cyclically in vivo 40 times, repeated on a further 5 occasions on alternate days. In a second group, transcutaneous low-intensity pulsed ultrasound stimulation was applied to the left ulnae for the same duration as the period of loading. In a third group, loading and ultrasound stimulation were applied concurrently. The right ulna served as non-loaded control in each animal. At the end of the experiment after 14 days, both ulnae were removed. Induced bone formation was assessed by measuring the proportion of medial periosteal bone surface with double label (dLS/BS, %) and by calculation of mineral apposition rate (MAR) from the inter-label distance. All three treatments induced a significant periosteal response, increasing dLS/BS values from <10% in control limbs to >80% in treated limbs. Increases in MAR of experimental ulnae versus contralateral control ulnae were 2.9 (+/-0.9), 8.6 (+/-2.4) and 8.7 microm (+/-3.2) for the ultrasound only, ultrasound and load, and load only groups, respectively. The effects of loading plus ultrasound were not significantly different from ultrasound alone. These data suggest that ultrasound is able to induce changes in bone that share at least some features with mechanical loading.
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- Mark J Perry
- Department of Anatomy, University of Bristol Vet School, Southwell Street, Bristol BS2 8EJ, UK.
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Novicoff WM, Manaswi A, Hogan MV, Brubaker SM, Mihalko WM, Saleh KJ. Critical analysis of the evidence for current technologies in bone-healing and repair. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2008; 90 Suppl 1:85-91. [PMID: 18292362 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.g.01521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Substances that enhance fracture-healing and bone regeneration have valuable clinical application and merit future research. Advances in these technologies will enhance our ability to heal fractures in a more effective and expedient manner. This review provides a brief description of the different techniques and technologies and their respective clinical utility. This paper also reviews the available literature on gene therapy, tissue engineering, growth factors, osteoconductive agents, and physical forces and assesses the evidence regarding the current status of these techniques of healing and regenerating bone. Only twenty-seven articles met our guidelines for studies containing Level-I evidence. We were able to determine that atrophic nonunions and pseudarthrosis led to poorer outcomes, and the results were uniformly poor irrespective of the technique used. Although the literature contains a large number of studies on the effects of different agents and modalities on bone repair and healing, it still is not clear how these agents work or in what circumstances they should be used. Many of the treatment modalities of interest are still at an experimental stage, so good evidence to support clinical practice is lacking. Additional multicenter, prospective randomized studies are needed to define the indications, specifications, dosage, limitations, and contraindications in the treatment of nonunions. Studies are also needed to address the full clinical feasibility of the role of each modality in fracture-healing and repair.
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Proposal for an Ultrasonic Tool to Monitor the Osseointegration of Dental Implants. SENSORS 2007. [DOI: 10.3390/s7071224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Giotakis N, Narayan B, Nayagam S. Distraction osteogenesis and nonunion of the docking site: is there an ideal treatment option? Injury 2007; 38 Suppl 1:S100-7. [PMID: 17383479 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2007.02.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Docking sites are the result of a classic bone transport technique for dealing with bone loss. Union may prove to be the rate-limiting step in the duration of treatment. Strategies to improve union have focused on surgical manipulation such as immediate coaptation of the margins of the segmental defect in the process of acute shortening to prevent fibrocartilaginous capping of the ends of bone during transport. This procedure has the highest success rate for union but is limited by its effect on the limb's vascularity. Other techniques for improving union involve compression, alternate compression-distraction, and bone grafts, all of which induce union to a variable degree. The application of external stimulators and bone morphogenetic proteins, the use of which is supported in fracture healing and even regenerate formation, is as yet unproven at docking sites.
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- Nikolaos Giotakis
- Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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Claes L, Willie B. The enhancement of bone regeneration by ultrasound. PROGRESS IN BIOPHYSICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2007; 93:384-98. [PMID: 16934857 DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2006.07.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 170] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Millions of fractures occur every year worldwide, with nearly 6.2 million fractures reported annually in the United States alone. Even though treatment methods have improved over the last few decades, 5-10% of fractures still show delayed healing. A significant subpopulation of these delayed healings do not heal by nine months and are thus termed non-unions. Experimental studies have shown some evidence that low intensity pulsed ultrasound stimulation (LIPUS) results in enhanced bone regeneration during fracture healing and callus distraction. LIPUS treatment has led to increased callus area and accelerated return of bone strength following fracture. Histological studies suggest that LIPUS influences all major cell types involved in bone healing, including osteoblasts, osteoclasts, chondrocytes and mesenchymal stem cells. The affect of LIPUS seems to be limited to cells in soft tissue, whereas cells in calcified bone seem not to be effected. In vitro cell culture studies as well as tissue culture studies have shown some effects on cell differentiation and protein synthesis. Even though the energy used by LIPUS treatment is extremely low, the effects are evident. The most probable source of the therapeutic benefits observed with LIPUS treatment involves nonthermal mechanisms that influence cell membrane permeability and increase cellular activity. Despite clinical and experimental studies demonstrating the enhancing effect of LIPUS on bone regeneration, the biophysical mechanisms involved in the complex fracture healing process remain unclear and requires further research.
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- Lutz Claes
- Institute for Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, University of Ulm, Helmholtzstrasse 14, 89081 Ulm, Germany.
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