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.

Repair and Reconstruction of Medialand Lateral-sided Knee Injuries

AAOS INSTRUCTIONAL COURSE LECTURES 2015

Surgical treatment of medial and lateral knee injuries using repair and/or reconstruction techniques is often necessary to restore knee ligament stability and optimize function. Successful execution ofthese repairs and reconstructions requires a sound understanding ofbasic anatomy and biomechanics. Against this backdrop, numerous repair and reconstruction techniques have been developed. Although me- […]

Repair and Reconstruction of Medialand Lateral-sided Knee Injuries

Outcome Following Anatomic Fibular (Lateral) Collateral Ligament Reconstruciton

2015 KSSTA

The purpose of this study was to investigate clinical outcomes following anatomic fibular (lateral) collateral ligament (FCL) reconstruction. It was hypothesized that anatomic FCL reconstruction would result in improved subjective clinical outcomes and a high patient satisfaction with outcome. All patients 18 years or older who underwent FCL reconstruction from April 2010 to January 2013 […]

Outcome Following Anatomic Fibular (Lateral) Collateral Ligament Reconstruciton

Comparison of 3-D Shoulder Complex Kinematics in Individuals with and without Shoulder Pain, Part 1

JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC & SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY 2014

Shoulder pain is the second most common musculoskeletal complaint, with a reported point prevalence of 20.9% of the general population. In part one of this study the objective is to compare sternoclavicular, acromioclavicular, and scapulothoracic joint motion between symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals during shoulder motion performed in 3 […]

Comparison of 3-D Shoulder Complex Kinematics in Individuals with and without Shoulder Pain, Part 1

When Is It Too Early for Single Sport Specialization?

AJSM 2015

Over the past 15 years, there has been an increase in youth sports participation with a concomitant increase in early year-round training in a single sport. Many factors contribute to the desire of parents and coaches to encourage early single sport special- ization, including the desire to give the young athlete an edge in […]

When Is It Too Early for Single Sport Specialization?

The Supine Internal Rotation Test

OJSM 2015

Biomechanical studies have reported that the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) functions as a restraint against excessive tibial internal rotation at higher degrees of knee flexion. The purpose of this study is to investigate the use of a supine internal rotation (IR) test for the diagnosis of grade III PCL injuries. The hypothesis was that […]

The Supine Internal Rotation Test

A Novel Posterior Arthrotomy Approach for the Treatment of a Large Osteochondral Defect of the Posterior Aspect of the Lateral Femoral Condyle of the Knee

JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY 2013

Symptomatic osteochondral lesions of the knee pose a considerable treatment challenge to orthopaedic surgeons, particularly when they occur in young active patients. This case report studies a patient with a large osteochondral lesion of the posterior aspect of the lateral femoral condyle of the knee. The study also outlines […]

A Novel Posterior Arthrotomy Approach for the Treatment of a Large Osteochondral Defect of the Posterior Aspect of the Lateral Femoral Condyle of the Knee

Radiographic Identification of the Primary Lateral Ankle Structures

AJSM 2014

Lateral ankle ligament injuries rank among the most frequently observed athletic injuries, requiring repair or reconstruction when indicated. However, there is a lack of quantitative data detailing the ligament attachment sites on standard radiographic views. The purpose of this study was to quantitatively describe the anatomic attachment sites of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL), […]

Radiographic Identification of the Primary Lateral Ankle Structures

Stress Radiography for the Diagnosis of Knee Ligament Injuries: A Systematic Review

CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH 2014

Stress radiography is a widely used diagnostic tool to assess injury to the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments and the medial and lateral structures of the knee. However, to date, numerous techniques have been reported in the literature with no clear consensus as to which methodology is best for assessing […]

Stress Radiography for the Diagnosis of Knee Ligament Injuries: A Systematic Review

Magnetic resonance imaging characterization of individual ankle syndesmosis structures in asymptomatic and surgically treated cohorts

KSSTA 2014

Historically, syndesmosis injuries have been underdiagnosed. The purpose of this study was to characterize the 3.0-T MRI presentations of the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis and its individual structures in both asymptomatic and injured cohorts.

It was concluded that pre-operative 3.0-T MRI demonstrated excellent accuracy in the diagnosis of syndesmotic ligament tears and allowed for the visualization of […]

Magnetic resonance imaging characterization of individual ankle syndesmosis structures in asymptomatic and surgically treated cohorts

Prospective Outcomes of Young and Middle-Aged Adults With Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis Treated With a Proximal Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy

JOURNAL OF ARTHROSCOPIC AND RELATED SURGERY 2011

The purpose of this study was to conduct a prospective outcome analysis of proximal tibial opening wedge osteotomies performed in young and middle-aged patients (aged < 55 years) for the treatment of symptomatic medial compartment osteoarthritis of the knee.

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Prospective Outcomes of Young and Middle-Aged Adults With Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis Treated With a Proximal Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy

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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