Medial Aspect of the Knee Archives - Robert LaPrade, MD | Minnesota Knee Specialist | Twin Cities, Minneapolis-St.Paul, Edina, Eagan

Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using a Quadriceps Tendon Autograft in a Patient with Open Physes

Authors:

Edward R. Floyd, M.S., Nicholas J. Ebert, B.S., Gregory B. Carlson, M.D., Jill K. Monson, P.T., O.C.S., and Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

Recurrent patellar dislocations are correlated with an elevated risk for further patellar dislocations. Chronic patellar instability is a disabling issue for some patients and may require surgical intervention for proper treatment. […]

Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using a Quadriceps Tendon Autograft in a Patient with Open Physes

Medial Patellar Instability: A Systematic Review of the Literature of Outcomes After Surgical Treatment

2017 Arthroscopy

Medial patellar instability is a disabling condition that is often misdiagnosed. In 1988, Hughston and Deese described medial patellar instability as a complication of a lateral retinacular release procedure and reported that patients had increased pain and instability after a lateral retinacular release. Several studies have since reported […]

Medial Patellar Instability: A Systematic Review of the Literature of Outcomes After Surgical Treatment

Medial Patellar Instability: Treatment and Outcomes

Historically, a lateral retinacular release was a popular mode of treatment for a variety of knee conditions, including lateral patellar instability, anterior knee pain, and patellar chondromalacia. This procedure was often preferred because of the reported low complication rates. In 1988, Hughston and Deese described medial patellar instability as […]

Medial Patellar Instability: Treatment and Outcomes

Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Medial Side of the Knee and Their Surgical Implications

SPORTS MEDICINE ARTHROSCOPIC REVIEW 2015

In order to reconstruct the medial knee to restore the original biomechanical function of its ligamentous structures, a thorough understanding of its anatomic placement and relationship with surrounding structures is required. To restore the knee to normal kinematics, the diagnosis and surgical approach have to be aligned, to successfully reconstruct the […]

Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Medial Side of the Knee and Their Surgical Implications

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

Intramedullary Tibial Nailing Reduces the Attachment Area and Ultimate Load of the Anterior Medial Meniscal Root

AJSM 2015

Intramedullary (IM) nailing is the treatment of choice among orthopaedic surgeons for tibial shaft fractures. However, because of the close proximity of the nail’s insertion site to the anterior medial (AM) meniscal root on the tibial plateau, there is increased risk of iatrogenic injury to the meniscal root during nailing. The purpose of this […]

Intramedullary Tibial Nailing Reduces the Attachment Area and Ultimate Load of the Anterior Medial Meniscal Root

sMCL – Anatomic Augmented Repair vs Anatomic Reconsturction

AJSM 2013

When surgical intervention is required for a grade 3 superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) tear, there is no consensus on the optimal surgical treatment. Anatomic augmented repairs and anatomic reconstructions for treatment of grade 3 sMCL tears have not been biomechanically validated or compared. This study hypothesized that anatomic sMCL augmented repairs and anatomic […]

sMCL – Anatomic Augmented Repair vs Anatomic Reconsturction

Management of Injuries to the Medial Side of the Knee

JOURNAL OF PORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY 2012

This study went into detail about the current concepts of the treatment of medial knee injuries. Comprehensive anatomy, clinically relevant biomechanics, and treatment of both acute and chronic medial-sided knee injuries were reviewed. A very detailed non-operative and post-operative rehabilitation protocol for medial knee injuries was also provided based on […]

Management of Injuries to the Medial Side of the Knee

Development of an Anatomic Medial Knee Reconstruction

KSSTA 2012

The main static stabilizers of the medial knee are the superficial medial collateral and posterior oblique ligaments. A number of reconstructive techniques have been advocated including one we describe here. However, whether these reconstructions restore function and stability is unclear.

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Development of an Anatomic Medial Knee Reconstruction

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

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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