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 […]
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MRI Shows Anterolateral Radial Tear Left Knee
Another MRI Image, showing a Lateral Meniscus Radial Tear
Arthroscopic view – widely separated in grasper
This section contains rehabilitation protocols and post-operative information specific to your procedure to serve as a guide following your surgery. These are guidelines for rehabilitation that should be supervised by a certified physical or occupational therapist. Specific recommendations may be made by Dr. LaPrade or his PT Staff to modify a standard protocol based on […]
In this video, Dr. Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD, demonstrates how to correctly perform a Proximal Tibiofibular Taping.
Use the white tape as a guide for proper placement.
The next tape uses tension to achieve the correct taping technique.
Once the tape is secure, the patient will be asked to perform a normally painful movement, […]
In order to optimize the healing process for many patients after a knee ligament injury, or to treat patients with malalignment and ipsilateral arthritis, knee braces are an essential component of ensuring that one achieves a maximal outcome. Knee braces can be an effective means to maximize healing, both for nonoperative treatment after ligament […]
As part of our comprehensive treatment for patients who have knee surgery, we have integrated the use of the Game Ready device*. Game Ready is a vasopneumatic ice machine designed and used by athletes post-injury and postoperatively. Our unique and extensive treatment plan starts the day of surgery with Game Ready […]
Physicians from around the world often refer patients to Dr. LaPrade for his extensive expertise in complex knee injuries and treatments. To help these patients traveling nationally and internationally, we have set up an expedited care plan.
The goal of the first office visit is to provide a […]
All surgical patients will attend a 7:00am Physical Therapy (PT) and post-operative rounding visit the day after surgery at the Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) Eagan-Viking Lakes location (PT clinic – 1st/ground floor). During this visit, the PT team will initiate post-operative physical therapy care and educate […]
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