This study presents the first reported case of iatrogenic injury to the anterior medial meniscal root attachment following intramedullary nailing for a tibial shaft fracture. The patient experienced a closed right tibia-fibula fracture 7 years prior to presentation, which was treated with a reamed intramedullary nail. Experiencing chronic anterior knee pain, the nail was […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
