Kevin Hughes

Albany Medical College, Albany, NY, USA

[ 1 ] - Questionable Word Choice in Scientific Writing in Orthopedic Surgery

Background: Given the strong influence of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors on musculoskeletal symptoms andlimitations it’s important that both scientific and lay writing use the most positive, hopeful, and adaptive words andconcepts consistent with medical evidence. The use of words that might reinforce misconceptions about preferencesensitiveconditions (particularly those associated with age)...

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