La Trobe University 2022 Industry Research Medibank International Scholarships in Australia for PhD

This prestigious scholarship, established by La Trobe University in partnership with Medibank, will be awarded to an outstanding applicant who is interested in improving the clinical care and outcomes for people with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. ACL reconstruction surgery was traditionally considered necessary for adolescents and young adults to achieve a good outcome following an ACL tear. In Australia, ACL reconstructions have increased by 74% since 2000 (now the highest rate in the world), resulting in direct hospital costs >$142 million annually. This contrasts current clinical trial evidence that indicates no added benefit of reconstruction compared to active rehabilitation (e.g., exercise-therapy) for most ACL injured individuals. An estimated ~$80 million is being spent each year in Australia on ACL reconstructions that may be unnecessary.

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La Trobe University 2022 Industry Research Medibank International Scholarships in Australia for PhD
This prestigious scholarship, established by La Trobe University in partnership with Medibank, will be awarded to an outstanding applicant who is interested in improving the clinical care and outcomes for people with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. ACL reconstruction surgery was traditionally considered necessary for adolescents and young adults to achieve a good outcome following an ACL tear. In Australia, ACL reconstructions have increased by 74% since 2000 (now the highest rate in the world), resulting in direct hospital costs >$142 million annually. This contrasts current clinical trial evidence that indicates no added benefit of reconstruction compared to active rehabilitation (e.g., exercise-therapy) for most ACL injured individuals. An estimated ~$80 million is being spent each year in Australia on ACL reconstructions that may be unnecessary.
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