Projects
USBJD PROJECTS
Advocacy – Capitol Hill meeting – Osteoporosis
On July 15 the U.S. Bone and Joint Decade sponsored the first of several planned luncheons on Capitol Hill, to raise awareness of musculoskeletal diseases and conditions in the United States. The event, sponsored by Senator Diane Feinstein (D-Calif.) a…
Advocacy – State Proclamations
National Awareness Week – State and Local participation A key goal of the U.S. Bone and Joint Decade is to significantly raise awareness of musculoskeletal disorders among legislators, policy-makers, all healthcare professionals, patients and t…
Fit to a T – A public education program on bone health and osteoporosis
That’s right, T-score. If you had to think twice about what a T-score is – and no, it’s not a golf term – chances are you are not alone. “Fit to a T” is the USBJD’s response to the Surgeon General’s first-ever report on bone health and osteoporosis. In …
Healthcare Professional Education – Fragility Fractures – Enhancing Care of Patients
A patient who has suffered a low-energy fracture – more commonly known as a fragility fracture – is at high risk for repeat fractures. Although physicians have been aware of this fact for years, recent research has underscored how important it is to iden…
Healthcare Professional Education – Pediatric Orthopaedic Trauma, State of the Art: Innovations and Controversies
A course, sponsored by the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, for pediatric orthopaedic surgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, trauma surgeons, orthopaedic residents and fellows, was held May 1, 2003. The full-day course was designed to provide …
Healthcare Professional Education – Project 100 – Musculoskeletal Education
AAMC Recommended Learning Objectives for Musculoskeletal Medicine Education Released The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) issued a Medical School Objectives Project report on Musculoskeletal Medicine Education, October 2005.&…
Public Awareness – 10+ Ways to Spread Awareness
Increasing awareness about the burden of bone and joint diseases on American society is a primary goal of the United States Bone and Joint Decade The Bone and Joint Decade can add to your organization’s ongoing efforts to spread awareness of the burden…
Public Awareness – Bone Density and Calcium / Call to Secondary School Principals
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association calls on Secondary School Principals to help students understand the importance of building bone mass. Why? How? Studies have shown that teenagers, as well as adults, do not consume the recommended amount of ca…
Public Awareness – eMotion Pictures
This exhibit features artwork created by both orthopaedic patients and orthopaedic surgeons, including well-known guest artists, and tells the story of the specialty through art. Visit the online gallery to view the artwork and read about the artists fea…
Joint Supplements for Pets
USBJD takes a look at some of the best joint supplements for dogs. the best joint supplement chews for dogs, the best dog food for joint health, and the best joint supplement for dogs with hip dysplasia.
Public Awareness – FOP – The Quest to Raise Awareness and Find a Cure
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (F.O.P.) is a rare genetic disorder that causes bone to form in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues.Bridges of extra bone form across the joints in characteristic patterns, progressively restrict…
Public Awareness – Playgrounds
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons builds safe, accessible playgrounds. Orthopaedic Surgeons are committed to building safe, accessible playgrounds in every city hosting its Annual Meeting during the Bone and Joint Decade. This activity leave…
Public Awareness – Strength in Motion Challenge
The Strength In Motion Challenge will inspire Americans to pursue strength training, aerobics, proper nutrition and appropriate remedies to manage joint health, pain, and obesity. The Challenge invites you to join our team of world-class partners dedicat…
Public Education – Body Almanac
The Body Almanac Your Personal Guide to Bone and Joint Health at Any Age is a musculoskeletal self-help book that “demystifies” bone and joint health for the general public. Employing an easy-to-follow question and answer format, the guide clearly defin…
Road Safety
Drop in highway deaths due to more safety belt use and fewer drunk drivers U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta announced August 2004 that the fatality rate on the nation’s highways in 2003 was the lowest in 29 years, with a total of 42,643 dea…
Surgeon General Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis
The Surgeon General’s 2004 Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis was released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on October 14. The Surgeon General’s report recognizes the importance of musculoskeletal diseases and defines strategies to …
Display
A unique, attention-getting display is available to hospitals, institutions, and for major health care meetings. This illuminated 8ft. tall display is ideally suited for the reception area of a hospital or other institution to promote the Bone and Jo…
PB&J; – Protect Your Bones and Joints – A High School Education Program
PB&J (Protect Your Bones and Joints) is an educational program aimed at improving the knowledge of teens and young adults about musculoskeletal disorders and to encourage them to learn about prevention activities. Musculoskeletal disorders, such as ar…
Bone and Joint Decade Global Network Conference 2009
The USBJD will host the annual Bone and Joint Decade Global Network Conference in 2009, October 21-24, 2009, at the JW Marriott, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. This meeting brings together the representatives from each of the countries…
Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the United States
Musculoskeletal diseases, which include back pain, arthritis, bodily injuries, and osteoporosis, are reported by persons in the U.S. more than any other health condition. In 2004, the estimated total cost of treatment and lost wages associated with muscul…
Experts in Arthritis
A free public education seminar for people with arthritis and people who care about them, sponsored by the United States Bone and Joint Decade, American College of Rheumatology, Arthritis Foundation, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. 180 part…
National Action Week, October 12-20
National Action Week is being held October 12-20, and celebrated in communities across the nation. Click on the links below for news on activities, upcoming events, and how you can become involved. Calendar of events Tips on promoting bone and joint hea…
Professional Education – Ponseti Initiative
International Clubfoot Symposium, September 12-14, 2007 Clubfoot is a common and crippling foot disorder. Surgery often leaves the foot stiff and painful and has reasonably high complication rates. A technique of manipulation and castings with minimall…
Rare Bone Disease Patient Network
Rare Bone Disease Patient Organizations Joining Together to Expand Bone-Related Awareness, Research and Advocacy MISSION The Rare Bone Disease Patient Network is a coalition of rare bone disease organizations, established under…
Straighten Up America
By Ron Kirk, Seed and Delphi Panel Facilitator Straighten Up America is a bold and innovative health promotion initiative designed to empower the American people toward better spinal health and an improved quality of life. It is a publ…
Wellness Microbreak
A microbreak is a break you take every 30 to 60 minutes. Stop your current work activity, drink some water, change position, do a stretch and change posture as outlined in The Wellness Microbreak. It can only take a minute. Then reposition yourself and re…