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.

Donor-Site Morbidity After Osteochondral Autograft Transfer Procedures

JOURNAL OF ARTHROSCOPIC AND RELATED SURGERY 2004

We report on 2 patients who had donor-site morbidity after an autogenous osteochondral grafting was performed. Both patients had fibrocartilage hypertrophy at the donor sites that contributed to knee pain and occasional locking; the second patient also had a lack of fibrocartilaginous regrowth with symptomatic residual osteocartilaginous defects. Additional arthroscopic surgery […]

Donor-Site Morbidity After Osteochondral Autograft Transfer Procedures

Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Lateral Side of the Knee

SPORTS MEDICINE ARTHROSCOPIC REVIEW 2006

The posterolateral corner (PLC) of the knee is a critical element for a functional lower extremity. It consists of an array of complex ligamentous and musculotendinous structures. The primary function of the PLC is to resist varus and external rotation and posterior translation of the tibia. Injuries to these structures can […]

Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Lateral Side of the Knee

Anatomy of the Posterolateral Aspect of the Goats Knee

WILEY INTERSCIENCE 2006

The purpose of this study was to determine the anatomy of the posterolateral aspect of the goat knee for future in vivo studies using a goat model to examine the natural history of posterolateral knee injuries. Twelve nonpaired, fresh-frozen, adult goat knees were dissected to determine the anatomy of the posterolateral corner. The […]

Anatomy of the Posterolateral Aspect of the Goats Knee

Posterolateral Corner Injuries of the Knee: Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Treatment

SPORTS MEDICINE ARTHROSCOPIC REVIEW 2006

Injuries to the posterolateral corner of the knee continue to be a complex problem for orthopaedic (orthopedic) surgeons. Early recognition and treatment are important factors in the patient’s long-term outcome. To properly treat these patients, the surgeon must have a clear understanding of the anatomic relationships amongst the structures in the […]

Posterolateral Corner Injuries of the Knee: Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Structural Properties of the Primary Medial Knee Ligaments

AJSM 2010

The structural properties of the i 1 ndividual components of the superficial medial collateral ligament, deep medial collateral ligament, and posterior oblique ligament have not been studied in isolation. To define the necessary strength requirements for an anatomic medial knee reconstruction, knowledge of these structural properties is necessary.

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Structural Properties of the Primary Medial Knee Ligaments

Comparison of Scapular Local Coordinate Systems

CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS 2010

Background: Our purposes were to compare between the original and current recommended standard methods of three-dimensional scapular rotation descriptions and to examine the prevalence of gimballock for scapular motion during scapular plane abduction. Additionally we compared these standards to an alternative method and a glenoid based description.

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Comparison of Scapular Local Coordinate Systems

Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears – Functional and Postop Rehab

KSSTA 2012

This study evaluated the current literature for both functional and post-operative rehabilitation for PCL tears. A very comprehensive summary of the current treatment for acute PCL tears, both non-operatively and operatively, as well as post-operative treatment of PCL reconstructions was reviewed. This summary of all the current literature was provided such that further improvements in areas […]

Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears – Functional and Postop Rehab

Tekscan pressure sensor output changes in the presence of liquid exposure

JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS 2012

The purpose of the study was to evaluate the load output of a pressure sensor in the presence of liquid saturation in a controlled environment. We hypothesized that a calibrated pressure sensor would provide diminishing load outputs over time in controlled environments of both humidiﬁed air and while submerged in saline and the sensors […]

Tekscan pressure sensor output changes in the presence of liquid exposure

Intrasubstance Stretch Tear of a Preadolescent Patellar Tendon With Reconstruction Using Autogenous Hamstrings

AJSM 2008

Patellar tendon ruptures have been reported after steroid use,trauma,and central-third patellar tendon removal for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction; in patients with collagen-vascular disease; and spontaneously. However, ruptures of the patellar tendon are uncommon in patients with open physes.We report the case and treatment of a preadolescent female patient who had a traumatic intrasubstance […]

Intrasubstance Stretch Tear of a Preadolescent Patellar Tendon With Reconstruction Using Autogenous Hamstrings

Proximal Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy as the Initial Treatment for Chronic Posterolateral Corner Deficiency in the Varus Knee

AJSM 2007

Nonoperative treatment of posterolateral knee injuries tends to yield poor results. In patients with chronic posterolateral knee injuries, failure to correct genu varus alignment will often result in failure of the posterolateral knee repair or reconstruction.

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Proximal Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy as the Initial Treatment for Chronic Posterolateral Corner Deficiency in the Varus Knee

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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