Evidence-Based Medicine in the Practice of Orthopedics and Trauma Care: Current Status and Future Challenges

Dear Colleagues,

Evidence-based medicine (EBM) has made significant contributions to orthopedics and trauma care, improving patient outcomes and enhancing clinical decision-making. However, there are specific considerations and challenges in this field that impact the current status and future implementation of EBM.

Orthopedics and trauma care face unique challenges due to the diversity of musculoskeletal conditions, the complexity of injuries and the need for individualized treatment approaches. The available evidence, specifically in trauma care, is often limited; hence, the application of EBM is limited and the implementation of evidence-based guidelines and protocols across diverse healthcare settings poses challenges due to variations in resource availability and expertise. Ensuring effective knowledge translation and promoting standardized approaches will be crucial to optimize orthopedic and trauma care delivery. Additionally, the integration of patient-reported outcomes and patient preferences into evidence synthesis and clinical decision-making is vital in this field.

Looking ahead, advancements in technology, such as precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and biomechanical modeling, hold promise for the future of EBM in orthopedics and trauma care. These innovations can facilitate personalized treatment plans, improve surgical techniques and enhance rehabilitation strategies.

By harnessing the power of evidence-based approaches, this field can continue to advance and provide the best possible care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and fractures.

Therefore, we invite outstanding research on the topic of EBM, such as guideline development and implementation, outcome research, patient engagement, implementation of technologies in clinical practice, etc., in the Special Issue on "Evidence-Based Medicine in the Practice of Orthopedics and Trauma Care: Current Status and Future Challenges".

Dr. Alexander Joeris
Dr. Gregory J. Della Rocca
Guest Editors

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• evidence-based medicine
• patient-reported outcomes
• guidelines
• trauma care
• fracture care
• patient engagement
• personalized medicine