OasisLMS

Spin bias refers to the selective presentation, interpretation, or emphasis of study findings in a way that makes results appear more favorable than the data truly support. In sports medicine—where small sample sizes, subgroup analyses, and return-to-play outcomes are common—spin bias can meaningfully influence clinical decision-making, guideline development, and patient expectations. This talk will review common forms of spin bias in the sports medicine literature, highlight real-world examples, and provide practical strategies for clinicians and researchers to identify and mitigate spin in published studies. 

Considerations of Sex and Gender during the Review Process 

Sex and gender are becoming increasingly recognized as an important facet of orthopaedic research. This talk addresses the key concepts for reviewers to consider when addressing sex and gender in orthopaedic sports medicine studies, by covering updates on current sex- and gender- specific considerations in research and clinical care. 

Upon completion of this educational activity, learners should be able to:

Learning Objectives- 

By participating in this CME activity, the learner will be able to: 

• Recognize forms of spin bias in the literature.  

• Use strategies discussed to mitigate spin in articles reviewed. 

• Identify research that addresses sex- and gender-specific considerations 

• Make reviewer suggestions to strengthen the presentation of data addressing sex and gender.