Robert LaPrade MD, PhD

About Robert LaPrade, MD

Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD has specialized skills and expertise in diagnosing and treating complicated knee injuries. He has treated athletes at all levels, including Olympic, professional and intercollegiate athletes, and has returned numerous athletes back to full participation after surgeries. Recognized globally for his outstanding and efficient surgical skills and dedication to sports medicine, he has received many research awards, including the OREF Clinic Research Award considered by many a Nobel Prize in orthopedics. Dr. LaPrade is one of the most published investigators in his field, and many of the surgeries that he has developed are now performed worldwide and recognized as the “gold standard” for the treatment of complex knee injuries.

The Influence of Naproxen on Biological Factors in Leukocyte-Rich Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Prospective Comparative Study

2019 Arthroscopy Techniques

Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are one of the leading causes of physical disability worldwide, and the treatment and prevention of MSK disorders can alleviate substantial indirect and direct health care costs.1 Leukocyte-rich platelet-rich plasma (LR-PRP) has been used to treat the injured MSK system by initiating the healing and regeneration processes. LR-PRP is […]

The Influence of Naproxen on Biological Factors in Leukocyte-Rich Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Prospective Comparative Study

Biomechanical Comparison of 3 Novel Repair Techniques for Radial Tears of the Medial Meniscus

2019 AJSM

Complete radial tears of the medial meniscus have been functionally described as being similar to a total meniscectomy, and they represent a challenging problem to treat. Without treatment, radial tears of the medial meniscus can lead to rapid joint degeneration. Historically, radial tears were treated with partial or […]

Biomechanical Comparison of 3 Novel Repair Techniques for Radial Tears of the Medial Meniscus

Orthobiologics: Key challenges & opportunities from Dr. Robert LaPrade

Robert LaPrade, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon based in Colorado.

He has experience as the sports medicine committee chair for the International Society for Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Here, Dr. LaPrade discusses the biggest challenges for orthopedics over the next year and what he is most excited about for the future.

Question: What are […]

Orthobiologics: Key challenges & opportunities from Dr. Robert LaPrade

2019 Master Course in Complex Knee Injury by Dr. Robert LaPrade

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2019 Master Course in Complex Knee Injury by Dr. Robert LaPrade

Surgical Repair of Dynamic Snapping Biceps Femoris Tendon

2018 Arthroscopy

A snapping biceps tendon is an infrequently seen and commonly misdiagnosed pathology, leaving patients with persistent symptoms that can be debilitating. Patients will present with a visible, audible, and/or painful snap over the lateral aspect of their knee when performing squats, sitting in low seats, or participating in […]

Surgical Repair of Dynamic Snapping Biceps Femoris Tendon

Posterolateral corner of the knee: an expert consensus statement on diagnosis, classification, treatment, and rehabilitation

2018 Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy

The posterolateral corner (PLC) was once considered the “dark side” of the knee, and it was not until recent times that consistent anatomic and biomechanical descriptions aided in improved outcomes. Several factors may have contributed to previous […]

Posterolateral corner of the knee: an expert consensus statement on diagnosis, classification, treatment, and rehabilitation

Proximal Tibiofibular Reconstruction in Adolescent Patients

2018 Arthroscopy Techniques

Instability of the proximal tibiofibular joint (PTFJ) can present as frank dislocations, vague symptoms of lateral knee pain, discomfort during activity, or symptoms related to irritation of the common peroneal nerve. An accurate preoperative diagnosis is imperative and should include a trial of taping of the PTFJ […]

Proximal Tibiofibular Reconstruction in Adolescent Patients

Arthroscopic Complete Posterior Capsulotomy for Knee Flexion Contracture

2018 Arthroscopy

Knee flexion contracture is a clinically important complication that can be observed after trauma, after knee surgery, or as a result of osteoarthritis. When it is left untreated, knee shearing forces increase not only in the affected joint but also in the contralateral knee, leading to mechanical overload […]

Arthroscopic Complete Posterior Capsulotomy for Knee Flexion Contracture

Biologics in Orthopaedics Concepts and Controversies

2018 Bone & Joint

Biological approaches to treat orthopaedic injuries seek to improve clinical outcomes by promoting tissue regeneration and healing. These approaches can be used in isolation or as an augment to surgical interventions. They include, but are not limited to, preparations of growth factors, autologous blood products, and cells. Despite considerable research effort, […]

Biologics in Orthopaedics Concepts and Controversies

2018 Global Cartilage Expert Consensus Meeting

In this video, Dr. LaPrade discusses the key points of his lecture at the 2018 Global Cartilage Expert Consensus Meeting. His lecture highlights fresh osteoarticualr allografts for the treatment of osteochondral defects in the knee. The use of fresh osteoarticular allografts are a viable for treatment for osteochondral defects. Osteoarticualr allografts are […]

2018 Global Cartilage Expert Consensus Meeting

Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

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Sue Stanek

Jan 2, 2020

by Sue Stanek on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

So glad I waited for the best

I struggled with my knee for 18 months - having gone from 10,000 steps a day to only walking as needed. Previous attempts to make it better provided only temporary relief. (including injections and arthroscopic surgery), I heard Dr. La Prade was going to practice in the Twin Cities - where I live, & waited for him, based on his renown reputation. I am so glad I did! Dr LaPrade performed a deep root repair to my meniscus, which saved me from a knee replacement at this time. I am 5-months post surgery, and am doing great, stationary biking and exercising every day, no pain.
You know you are seeing the best when you find out he has written over 500 medical journal articles - among many other accomplishments. Hey - if he is good enough for Olympic and professional athletes…..he's good enough for me! Thank you, Dr. LaPrade, for treating me with the care, focus, and expertise as if I was an Olympic athlete!
- From your 63 year old very appreciative patent ~

Nancy S Stevenson

Aug 14, 2019

by Nancy S Stevenson on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

Right Knee Surgery After Auto Bicycle Accident

Dr. Robert F. LaPrade operated on my right knee in May of 2010. I was hit by a car on my bicycle near Horsetooth Reservoir in CO. I was life flighted to MCR in Loveland, CO. My orthopedic injuries were severe, but totally missesd by the orthopedic team at Poudre. I could not bear weight on my right side though I tried repeatedly, but finally I went and got an MRI and one of the orthopedic surgeons that I worked with was shocked when he saw the MRI result. My right knee was totally destroyed; ACL, MCL, PCL all severely torn; the patella was the only thing intact in my right knee. Dr. La Prade had just moved to Vail and I was his 2nd patient @ The Steadman Clinic. I was told by one of the orthopedic surgeons that I worked with that I would never run again and would be lucky if I could ever hike again. This was devastating news after being a top triathlete (3rd in the world in my age group in 1989 & 1st nationally in my age group) and a big marathon runner. All I can say is Dr. La Prade did an amazing job and I am not limited in any of my activites. I can run, bike, & climb mountains. In fact 2 years ago I finished climbing the top 100 peaks in CO.

Jordan

Aug 2, 2019

by Jordan on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

Very helpful

I have looked many times for answers on my tibial tubercle osteotomy and never found any as detailed as i needed. This answers all my questions!

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