Innovative Technologies and Risk Factors in Joint Surgery

Dear Colleagues,

Joint surgery has undergone remarkable transformations over the past few decades, evolving in parallel with advances in biomedical engineering, imaging technologies, and a growing body of clinical research. These developments have led to the widespread adoption of minimally invasive techniques, patient-specific instrumentation, novel biomaterials, and robotic-assisted surgery, all aimed at improving accuracy, reducing complications, and enhancing functional recovery. Alongside these innovations, growing attention has been paid to the identification and management of risk factors—whether systemic or procedure-specific—that can significantly influence surgical outcomes.

The goal of this Special Issue, entitled “Innovative Technologies and Risk Factors in Joint Surgery”, is to offer an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of current challenges and advances in the field. By bridging clinical insights and technological innovations, we aim to explore how emerging tools and strategies are reshaping orthopaedic and trauma care.

We are seeking cutting-edge contributions in the form of original research articles, clinical trials, and systematic reviews. Submissions may address all joints—including the hip, knee, shoulder, ankle, and smaller articulations—and should focus on topics such as new surgical techniques, perioperative risk assessment models, digital tools (e.g., navigation systems, AI), and methods to optimize postoperative outcomes. Manuscripts with high translational value and clinical relevance are especially encouraged.

Prof. Dr. Cesare Faldini
Prof. Antonio Mazzotti
Guest Editors

Dr. Elena Artioli
Guest Editor Assistant

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