Francesco Langella

Dr. Francesco Langella

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Academic Career Length

13Years (2014-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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17 April 2015 in European Spine Journal
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Pedro BerjanoPedro Berjano
Pedro Berjano
FLFrancesco Langella
Francesco Langella
MDMarco Damilano
Marco Damilano
MPMatteo Pejrona
Matteo Pejrona
JBJosip Buric
Josip Buric
CLClaudio Lamartina
Claudio Lamartina

13 September 2014 in European Spine Journal
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Pedro BerjanoPedro Berjano
Pedro Berjano
FLFrancesco Langella
Francesco Langella
MIMaryem-Fama Ismael
Maryem-Fama Ismael
MDMarco Damilano
Marco Damilano
SSSergio Scopetta
Sergio Scopetta
CLClaudio Lamartina
Claudio Lamartina

15 November 2017 in Spine
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FLFrancesco Langella
Francesco Langella
Jorge Hugo VillafañeJorge Hugo Villafañe
Jorge Hugo Villafañe
MDMarco Damilano
Marco Damilano
RCRiccardo Cecchinato
Riccardo Cecchinato
MPMatteo Pejrona
Matteo Pejrona
Pedro BerjanoPedro Berjano
Pedro Berjano
A cohort study. To evaluate the predictive value of surgical planning using Surgimap regarding postoperative sagittal alignment. Surgical planning in sagittal imbalance is recognized as a key step of treatment to ensure results. The study involved 40 nonconsecutive patients who underwent surgery for sagittal misalignment. Postoperative alignment measured by sagittal vertical axis (SVA) and pelvic tilt was considered the gold standard. Surgimap prediction of final alignment was considered the test. Planning and postoperative films were classified as properly and improperly aligned. Sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive values of Surgimap planning [using two different methods: direct simulation (method A) and simulation after correction of pelvic tilt to 20° (method B)] to detect postoperative improper alignment were calculated. Seventeen (42.5%) of 40 patients had proper postoperative alignment. According to method A, a proper alignment was achieved in 13 patients [S = 76.5%, Sp = 73.9%, RR = 2.93 (95% confidence interval, CI 1.40; 6.12), P < 0.001]; According to method B, a proper alignment was achieved in 15 patients [S = 88.2%, Sp = 60.9%, RR = 2.25 (95% CI 1.32; 23.86), P < 0.001]. Kappa statistics indicate moderate agreement between actual postoperative alignment and computer prediction. The ability of Surgimap to predict proper postoperative sagittal alignment was excellent in this cohort. Its ability to predict proper alignment was improved by correction of pelvic tilt to 20° during planning. Level of Evidence: 2

1 January 2016 in Procedia CIRP
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DRDante Ronca
Dante Ronca
FLFrancesco Langella
Francesco Langella
MCMarianna Chierchia
Marianna Chierchia
Ugo D'AmoraUgo D'Amora
Ugo D'Amora
Teresa RussoTeresa Russo
Teresa Russo
LALuigi Ambrosio
Luigi Ambrosio

16 August 2023 in European Spine Journal
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DCDomenico Compagnone
Domenico Compagnone
FMFilippo Mandelli
Filippo Mandelli
MPMatteo Ponzo
Matteo Ponzo
FLFrancesco Langella
Francesco Langella
RCRiccardo Cecchinato
Riccardo Cecchinato
Pedro BerjanoPedro Berjano
Pedro Berjano

12 February 2020 in BMJ Open
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TPThorvaldur Skuli Palsson
Thorvaldur Skuli Palsson
SBShellie Boudreau
Shellie Boudreau
MHMorten Høgh
Morten Høgh
Pablo HerreroPablo Herrero
Pablo Herrero
Pablo Bellosta-LópezPablo Bellosta-López
Pablo Bellosta-López
MVMorten Villumsen
Morten Villumsen
Background Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is the primary contributor to disability worldwide. There is a growing consensus that MSK pain is a recurrent multifactorial condition underpinned by health and lifestyle factors. Studies suggest that education on work-related pain and individualised advice could be essential and effective for managing persistent MSK pain. Objective The objective of this scoping review was to map the existing educational resources for work-related MSK (WRMSK) pain, and the effects of implementing educational strategies in the workplace on managing WRMSK pain. Methods This scoping review assessed original studies that implemented and assessed education as a strategy to manage WMSK pain. Literature search strategies were developed using thesaurus headings (ie, MeSH and CINAHL headings) and free-text search including words related to MSK in an occupational setting. The search was carried out in PubMed, CINAHL, Cochrane Library and Web of Science in the period 12–14 February 2019. Results A total of 19 peer-reviewed articles were included and the study design, aim and outcomes were summarised. Of the 19 peer-reviewed articles, 10 randomised controlled trial (RCT) studies assessed the influence of education on work-related MSK pain. Many studies provided a limited description of the education material and assessed/used different methods of delivery. A majority of studies concluded education positively influences work-related MSK pain. Further, some studies reported additive effects of physical activity or ergonomic adjustments. Conclusions There is a gap in knowledge regarding the best content and delivery of education of material in the workplace. Although beneficial outcomes were reported, more RCT studies are required to determine the effects of education material as compared with other interventions, such as exercise or behavioural therapy.