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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.

Increased Risk of Fracture, Dislocation, and Hospitalization Are Assoc. With Collision in Contact Sports


Authors:

Jacob A. Braaten B.A., Mark T. Banovetz B.S., Marco C. Braaten B.S., Nicholas I. Kennedy M.D., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

Purpose

To quantitatively determine whether there is an added risk of orthopaedic injury attributable to the collision forces that athletes participating in collision-contact (CC) sports regularly encounter.

Increased Risk of Fracture, Dislocation, and Hospitalization Are Assoc. With Collision in Contact Sports

Multiligament Knee Injuries in Winter Sports Athletes


Authors:

Matthew P. Corsia, Adam B. Thompson, Nicholas I. Kenned, Robert F. LaPrad, MD, PhD, and Gilbert Moatshed

Abstract:

Multiligament knee injuries (MLKIs) are severe injuries that involve complete or partial tear to multiple ligaments of the knee, such as the cruciate ligaments, collateral ligaments, as well as structures such as the posteromedial and posterolateral corners. […]

Multiligament Knee Injuries in Winter Sports Athletes

Dr. LaPrade Co-Chairs Master Course: Osteotomies Around the Knee

Dr. Robert LaPrade to Co-Chair Surgical Skills Master Course: Osteotomies Around the Knee

When: October 6-7, 2023

Where: OLC Education Center, Rosemont, IL

Presented by: ISAKOS & AOSSM

What: Dr. LaPrade is co-chairing this surgical master course presented by AOSSM and ISAKOS, providing a global perspective on osteotomies. This masters-level course is designed for […]

Dr. LaPrade Co-Chairs Master Course: Osteotomies Around the Knee

Anatomic FCL and ACL Reconstruction With Concomitant Biceps…


Authors:

Mark T. Banovetz, BS, Jacob A. Braaten, BA, Morgan D. Homan, DO, Jill K. Monson, PT , Nicholas I. Kennedy, MD, and Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD.

Investigation performed at Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, Minnesota, USA

Abstract:

Background:

Injuries to the fibular collateral ligament (FCL) seldom occur in isolation and may present with a concomitant injury to […]

Anatomic FCL and ACL Reconstruction With Concomitant Biceps…

The Iliotibial (IT) Band is the Main Secondary Stabilizer for Anterolateral Rotatory Instability…ACL Reconstruction


Title:

The Iliotibial Band is the Main Secondary Stabilizer for Anterolateral Rotatory Instability and both a Lemaire Tenodesis and Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction can Restore Native Knee Kinematics in the ACL Reconstructed Knee. A Systematic Review of Biomechanical Cadaveric Studies

Authors:

Wybren A. van der Wal M.D., Diederik T. Meijer M.D., Ph.D., Roy A.G. Hoogeslag M.D., Ph.D., 

The Iliotibial (IT) Band is the Main Secondary Stabilizer for Anterolateral Rotatory Instability…ACL Reconstruction

PCL Stress Radiograph Technique

PCL Stress Radiographs

PCL stress radiographs are obtained to objectively determine the amount of increased posterior tibial translation in a patient that may have a possible PCL tear preoperatively and also to determine the postoperative surgical outcomes.  PCL stress radiographs can objectively measure  the amount of  increased posterior tibial translation on the injured knee compared to […]

PCL Stress Radiograph Technique

Diagnosis and Treatment strategies of the Multiligament Injured Knee


Authors:

Navnit S. Makaram, Iain R Murray, Andrew G Geeslin, Jorge Chahla, Gilbert Moatshe, Robert F LaPrade

Abstract:

Objective

To map the current literature evaluating the diagnosis and treatment of multiligament knee injuries (MLKIs).

Design

Scoping review.

Data sources

Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for scoping reviews and […]

Diagnosis and Treatment strategies of the Multiligament Injured Knee

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain


Title:

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain in Patients Undergoing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Authors:

Olivia K. Blaber B.A., Zachary S. Aman B.A., Nicholas N. DePhillipo Ph.D., M.B.A., A.T.C., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D., Maj Travis J. Dekker M.D.

Abstract:

Purpose

To […]

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain

Dr. LaPrade Explains Patrick Mahomes, Tony Pollard – High Ankle Sprains

It was a rough weekend for a few football players.

Tony Pollard, Dallas Cowboy running back suffered a high ankle sprain and a broken leg:

Sunday, and like Mahomes on Saturday, it was officially confirmed that Cowboy’s running back, Tony Pollard suffered a high-ankle sprain. However, unlike the Mahomes, he did not return to the game in […]

Dr. LaPrade Explains Patrick Mahomes, Tony Pollard – High Ankle Sprains

First TCO Smith and Nephew Fellows Bioskills Lab Course a Big Success

The first North Central Smith and Nephew Fellows course was held at the new TCO bioskills lab on January 20-21, 2023. It was a great success with great interaction and excellent teaching of surgical skills and pearls from the faculty to the fellow attendees. Faculty included Drs. Larson and LaPrade from TCO, Dr. Chahla from […]

First TCO Smith and Nephew Fellows Bioskills Lab Course a Big Success
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