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December Lawson LEADS publications
Select articles published by Lawson scientists Dec. 23 – Jan. 26, 2025:
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The following research articles are free for the public to access. You can view a copy of the research by clicking on the title.
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Scott LE, Forchuk C, Csiernik R. (2025). Bridging the gap: Canadian healthcare providers' perspectives of harm reduction and substance use education in hospital. Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.
How can hospital staff better support patients who use substances? Canadian researchers interviewed healthcare providers about harm reduction and substance use education in hospital settings, uncovering gaps in training and mixed comfort levels with harm reduction approaches. Their findings highlight the need for consistent, practical education to improve patient care. Clinicians, educators and hospital leaders should read the full article to inform policy and practice.
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King LK, Mahmoudian A, Liew JW, Wang Q, Stanaitis I, ...; OARSI Early-stage Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis Initiative (2025). Elucidating the initial symptoms and experiences of knee osteoarthritis: An international patient survey. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage.
Teel A, Grebowicz A, Lytvyn Y, Garner S, Appleton CT, ..., Khokhar F. (2025). Immune checkpoint inhibitor associated vasculitis and polymyalgia rheumatica: a case series and systematic review. BMC Rheumatology.
Ratzki-Leewing A, Black JE, Bhatti J, Ryan BL, Zou G, ..., Harris SB. (2026). Real-world incidence and risk factors of level 3 (severe) hypoglycaemia in adults with type 1 or 2 diabetes (iNPHORM, United States). Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.
Dunn M, Rushton AB, Heneghan NR, Soundy A. (2025). Why do you think you still have pain? Individuals' beliefs on the biopsychosocial factors that contribute to their chronic musculoskeletal pain: A qualitative exploration. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders.
Vatandoost S, Soltanabadi S, Ragguett RM, Fernandino L, Lanting B, ..., Rushton A. (2025). Association between physical measures of spinopelvic alignment and physical functioning with patient reported outcome measures after total hip arthroplasty: Systematic review and narrative synthesis. PLOS ONE.
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Younger W, St. Cyr K, Gargala D, Dempster K, Ein N, Nazarov A, Richardson JD. (2026). Experiences of loneliness and their relation to perceived social support, family functioning, and mental health among Canadian Veterans. Journal of Military, Veteran and Family Health.
How does loneliness affect Canadian Veterans’ mental health and relationships? Researchers surveyed Veterans about their loneliness, social support, family life and mental health symptoms, finding that greater loneliness was linked with poorer support, family functioning and well-being. This work matters for improving Veteran-focused services. Clinicians, policymakers and Veteran advocates should read the full article to guide targeted supports.
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Jackson B, Holland ML, Smye V, Lowe S, Sadler LS. (2025). "Finally my turn to write my story": A convergent mixed methods study exploring the perceptions and experiences of emerging adults who aged out of foster care in Canada. PLOS ONE.
Ryan BL, Brown JB, Paktiss SI, Terry AL. (2025). The experience of older adults living with multimorbidity during the COVID-19 pandemic: A phenomenological study. Journal of Multimorbidity and Comorbidity.
Stiles CKA, Matheson BE, Athwal GS, Callaghan JP, Dickerson CR, ..., Knowles NK. (2026). Internal density calibration in the proximal humerus to estimate bone stiffness for stemless shoulder arthroplasty. Journal of Orthopaedic Research.
Tran J, Lanting B, McCormick ZL, Loh E. (2025). Reply to "Reconsidering periosteal denervation: Anatomical redundancy and the limits of single-target interventions". Interventional Pain Medicine.
Kassam S, Kassam Z, Nemirovsky D, Derkach A, Chimonas S, Thomson C, Shah UA. (2026). Oncologists knowledge and attitudes towards providing dietary guidance to patients with cancer. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine.
Tran J, Calleja M, Lanting B, Loh E. (2026). Modified genicular nerve diagnostic blocks for persistent pain post total knee arthroplasty: A case report. Interventional Pain Medicine.
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Hunter JC, Lee TY, Athwal GS, Lalone EA. (2025). Exploring age-related differences in asymptomatic male shoulder kinematics using four-dimensional computed tomography. JSES International.
How does shoulder movement differ between younger and older men without pain? Researchers used advanced four-dimensional CT scans to track how the shoulder blade and upper arm move during common motions, comparing men under and over 45. They found clear age-related differences in joint motion and resting position, which may influence injury risk and treatment. Surgeons, therapists and sport medicine clinicians should read the full article to guide assessment and rehabilitation.
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Jeimy S, Huan PW, Abrams E. (2026). Prise en charge de l'anaphylaxie. Canadian Medical Association Journal.
Shapiro J, Grad V, Pulver C, Sanders O, Kanee L, ..., Rotenberg B, ..., Strychowsky JE. (2026). A qualitative study on the role of single-entry models in managing surgical backlogs in pediatric otolaryngology part 1: Investigating perceptions of referring physicians and otolaryngologists. Journal of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery.
Hannan F, Thiessen JD, Patriquin CJ, Pavenski K, Tristao L, Lee TY, Mendes D, Poirier S, Théberge J, ..., Huang SH. (2026). Endothelial injury to cognitive decline: A 12-month follow-up using CT-perfusion and diffusion MRI in immune-mediated thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis.
Reardon J, Blissett S, Jamshidi-Shahvar A, Taylor TSM. (2026). Decoding Code OB: A national survey of obstetrical emergency codes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Magony RE, Brooks JS, Schulz JM, Pamukoff DN, Thornton JS. (2026). Clinical characteristics and physical activity levels of patients with knee osteoarthritis with and without a previous knee injury: A cross-sectional study. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Open.
Nalapareddy K, Haslam DB, Kissmann AK, Alenghat T, Stahl S, ..., Geiger H. (2026). Microbiota from young mice restore the function of aged ISCs. Stem Cell Reports.
Fleet CT, McNeil DS, Trenholm JAI, Johnson JA, Athwal GS. (2026). Design of a rigid subacromial implant to treat massive irreparable rotator cuff tears. Clinical Biometrics.
Duttagupta S, Messaoudene M, Hunter S, Desilets A, Jamal R, ..., Silverman M, ..., Elkrief A (2026). Fecal microbiota transplantation plus immunotherapy in non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma: the phase 2 FMT-LUMINate trial. Nature Medicine.
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Houle SA, Birch M, Murphy D, Greenberg N, Nazarov A, Richardson JD. (2026). An expert-driven consensus framework for the study of potentially morally injurious events and their impacts: Findings from an e-Delphi study. European Journal of Psychotraumatology.
How can we better define morally injurious events for research? Experts from military and health fields participated in an e-Delphi process to build consensus on what these distressing events are (e.g. often involving value conflicts like betrayal or harm) and their impacts. They established a clear framework to standardize study. This advances trauma care for Veterans. Clinicians and researchers should read the full article to enhance assessment and interventions.
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The following research articles are not free for the public to access. You must purchase a copy of the article or a subscription to the journal to read about the research. Alternatively, you may be able to request a copy of the article through the library at St. Joseph's or Western University via institutional subscription or by contacting the highlighted scientist.
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McLoughlin C, Callaghan S, Costello N, Thompson A, Hanrahan D. (2026). 11-year-old boy with reduced vision and painful red eyes. Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education and Practice Edition.
Nelson M, Shi J, Lindsay MP, Salbach NM, Yao JK, ..., McIntyre A, ...; Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations Advisory Committee, in collaboration with the Canadian Stroke Consortium, Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation, and CanStroke Recovery Trials Platform. (2026). Canadian stroke best practice recommendations: Rehabilitation, recovery and community participation following stroke. Part one: Stroke rehabilitation planning for optimal care delivery, 7th Edition Update 2025. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
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Monari EN, Booth R, Forchuk C, Csiernik R. (2026). Black family members' cultural beliefs and experiences regarding substance use and misuse by relatives: A focused ethnography. Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse.
How do Black families view substance use among relatives? Researchers conducted focused ethnography, interviewing 26 African and Caribbean Canadian family members about their cultural beliefs and experiences. They found beliefs shaped by stigma, family safety fears and secrecy, alongside impacts on stability. This matters for culturally tailored support. Counsellors, policymakers and community leaders should read the full article to reduce barriers and stigma.
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Rodrigues JFR, Rodrigues LP, Behera C, Rodriguez MFS, Sunkel R, ..., Heisel MJ, ..., Filho GMA. (2026). Suicidal behavior comorbidities in old adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Psychiatry Research.
Schemitsch GW, Nauth A, McKee MD, Hall J, Schemitsch EH. (2026). The role of arthroplasty in acute and failed fracture surgery in the upper extremity. Instructional Course Lectures.
Menakaya CU, Sassoon A, Schmidt AH, McKee MD, Schemitsch EH. (2026). The role of arthroplasty in acute and failed fracture surgery around the hip. Instructional Course Lectures.
Menakaya CU, Sassoon A, Schmidt AH, McKee MD, Schemitsch EH. (2026). The role of arthroplasty in acute and failed fracture surgery around the knee. Instructional Course Lectures.
Schemitsch GW, McKee MD, Nauth A, Hall J, Schemitsch EH. (2026). The treatment of periprosthetic upper extremity fractures in 2025: A comprehensive evidence-based approach. Instructional Course Lectures.
Braun S, Sassoon A, Nauth A, Kain MS, Schmidt AH, ..., Schemitsch EH. (2026). The treatment of periprosthetic fractures around the hip in 2025: A comprehensive evidence-based approach. Instructional Course Lectures.
Braun S, Sassoon A, Kain MS, Schmidt AH, ..., Schemitsch EH. (2026). The treatment of periprosthetic fractures around the knee in 2025: A comprehensive evidence-based approach. Instructional Course Lectures.
Yau T, Mehrez H, Gaede S. (2026). Feasibility of ultra-low-dose volumetric 4D-CT with frame averaging for high-fidelity respiratory motion assessment and improved image quality. Medical Physics.
Malik R, Coleman K, Jesso S, Berih M, Restrepo-Martinez M, ..., Finger E. (2026). Measuring sense of agency in neurodegenerative dementias: Evidence from the intentional binding effect. Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology.
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Hunter SW, Nugent K, Viana R, Hitzig SL, MacKay C, ..., Payne MW. (2026). Environmental barriers and impact on quality of life in adults with lower limb loss in Canada. International Journal of Rehabilitation Research.
How do environmental barriers affect quality of life for Canadians with lower limb loss? Researchers surveyed 78 adults using prostheses about accessibility challenges and quality of life. They found greater barriers strongly linked to lower well-being. This underscores the need for barrier-free environments. Rehabilitation specialists, urban planners and policymakers should read the full article to improve accessibility and support.
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Pauhl AN, Kells AM, MacNeill CLW, MacKenzie HM, Christie AD. (2026). Effects of persistent post-concussion symptoms on neurocognitive, motor, and neurophysiological outcomes. Brain Injury.
Tat J, Cadieux C, Grewal R, Athwal GS, Faber KJ, Drosdowech DS, King GJW. (2026). The effect of an associated monteggia or transolecranon fracture dislocation on outcomes of radial head arthroplasty. Journal of Hand Surgery.
Gillis JW, McQuillan TJ, Cooke HL, Hardrick JC, Suh N, Wagner ER. (2026). Arthroscopic volar-dorsal scapholunate and lunotriquetral ligament capsulorrhaphy for midcarpal instability: A case report. JBJS Case Connector.
Aleksa E, Khoury S, Smith C, Gandhi K, Ferreira L, Moore C. (2026). Quantitative assessment of closure forces in paramedian forehead flap donor sites. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.
Son S, Speechley M, Zou G, Montero-Odasso M. (2026). What combinations of modifiable risk factors are most prevalent and most strongly associated with low cognition? - Results from Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging. Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders.
Aluisio GV, Santagati M, Stilo G, Lentini M, Sowerby LJ, Mayo-Yáñez M, Sedaghat AR, Lechien JR, Stefani S, La Mantia I, Maniaci A. (2026). Can microbial profiles influence type II inflammation in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps? American Journal of Otolaryngology.
Pargament KI, Wong S, Exline JJ, Pait KC (2025). Sacred moments as a source of life altering change: Insights from psychological theory and research. Journal of Moral Education.
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Pope JE. (2026). Can we prevent the onset of rheumatoid arthritis in patients with high-risk features? Lancet Rheumatology.
Can we prevent rheumatoid arthritis in high-risk patients? This paper reviews evidence on early interventions like abatacept for those with strong autoantibodies, assessing if treatments could halt progression before joint damage. The findings show promise in delaying onset during therapy. This matters for shifting care from reaction to prevention. Rheumatologists and primary care providers should read the full article to identify at-risk patients early.
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