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View article: Meniscal Repair in the Setting of Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: 6-Year Follow-up Results From the MARS Cohort
Meniscal Repair in the Setting of Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: 6-Year Follow-up Results From the MARS Cohort Open
Background: Meniscal preservation has been demonstrated to contribute to long-term knee health and has been a successful intervention in isolation and in patients with anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). The long-term results…
View article: Variation in State Policies on Sideline Medical Coverage of High School Athletic Events
Variation in State Policies on Sideline Medical Coverage of High School Athletic Events Open
Background: Certified athletic trainers (ATs) are the primary source of sideline coverage for high school athletic events, providing an essential role in student-athlete health. However, there is a paucity of literature evaluating the exis…
View article: Global Variations in Surgical Techniques for Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction at Minimum 2-Year Follow-up: A Systematic Review of Randomized Clinical Trials
Global Variations in Surgical Techniques for Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction at Minimum 2-Year Follow-up: A Systematic Review of Randomized Clinical Trials Open
Background: Regional differences in primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) remain largely unknown. Purpose: To systematically review the literature examining Level 1 and Level 2 studies to identify global difference…
View article: Concomitant Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review
Concomitant Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Medial Collateral Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Concomitant anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries are among the most commonly reported injury patterns in high-energy knee injuries. Concomitant ACL and MCL reconstruction (ACLR + MCLR) …
View article: Dynamic postural stability and asymmetry in thigh circumference and single‐leg hop test following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Dynamic postural stability and asymmetry in thigh circumference and single‐leg hop test following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction Open
Purpose To evaluate changes in limb symmetry index (LSI) in thigh circumference and single‐leg hop for distance (SLHD) after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) out to 18 months postoperatively and their association to changes…
View article: Long-term Results of Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft for Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Long-term Results of Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft for Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Open
Background: Bone-patellar tendon-bone (BTB) and hamstring tendon (HT) autografts are the most commonly utilized grafts for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). While previous studies have compared outcomes using BTB an…
View article: Surgical Predictors of Clinical Outcome 6 Years After Revision ACL Reconstruction
Surgical Predictors of Clinical Outcome 6 Years After Revision ACL Reconstruction Open
Background: Revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has been documented to have inferior outcomes compared with primary ACL reconstruction. The reasons why remain unknown. Purpose: To determine whether surgical factors per…
View article: A Novel Machine Learning Model to Predict Revision ACL Reconstruction Failure in the MARS Cohort
A Novel Machine Learning Model to Predict Revision ACL Reconstruction Failure in the MARS Cohort Open
Background: As machine learning becomes increasingly utilized in orthopaedic clinical research, the application of machine learning methodology to cohort data from the Multicenter ACL Revision Study (MARS) presents a valuable opportunity t…
View article: Medial Malleolar Stress Fracture Treatment and Return to Activity: A Systematic Review
Medial Malleolar Stress Fracture Treatment and Return to Activity: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Medial malleolar stress fractures (MMSFs) naturally appear to occur primarily in athletes participating in sports requiring prolonged running or repetitive jumping. Nonoperative and operative modalities have been described, yie…
View article: Microfracture for medium size to large knee chondral defects has limited long‐term efficacy: A systematic review
Microfracture for medium size to large knee chondral defects has limited long‐term efficacy: A systematic review Open
Purpose To evaluate clinical and radiographic outcomes, return to sport, failure rate, operations and complications in patients undergoing microfracture of the knee, including the femoral condyle, tibial plateau, patella and trochlea, at a…
View article: Poster 350: Do Early Radiographic Changes at 2 Years Predict Increased Pain at 6 Years After ACL Reconstruction?
Poster 350: Do Early Radiographic Changes at 2 Years Predict Increased Pain at 6 Years After ACL Reconstruction? Open
Objectives: Even young patients without prior injury to the knee develop radiographic changes during the first two years after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), but it’s unknown whether these early changes are predictive of…
View article: Degenerative Meniscus Tears Treated Nonoperatively With Platelet-Rich Plasma Yield Variable Clinical and Imaging Outcomes: A Systematic Review
Degenerative Meniscus Tears Treated Nonoperatively With Platelet-Rich Plasma Yield Variable Clinical and Imaging Outcomes: A Systematic Review Open
Level IV, systematic review of Level I to IV studies.
View article: Non-anatomical reconstruction of chronic posterolateral corner knee injuries show failure rates from 0% to 36% versus 4.3% to 24.2% for anatomic reconstruction techniques: An updated systematic review reflecting the 2019 expert consensus statement
Non-anatomical reconstruction of chronic posterolateral corner knee injuries show failure rates from 0% to 36% versus 4.3% to 24.2% for anatomic reconstruction techniques: An updated systematic review reflecting the 2019 expert consensus statement Open
IV; Systematic Review of Level III and IV studies.
View article: Validity of Research Based on Publicly Obtained Data in Sports Medicine: A Quantitative Assessment of Concussions in the National Football League
Validity of Research Based on Publicly Obtained Data in Sports Medicine: A Quantitative Assessment of Concussions in the National Football League Open
Context: Numerous researchers have leveraged publicly available internet sources to publish clinical research concerning incidence and recovery from injuries in National Football League (NFL) players. Objective: This study aims to (1) prov…
View article: Meniscal and Articular Cartilage Predictors of Outcome After Revision ACL Reconstruction: A 6-Year Follow-up Cohort Study
Meniscal and Articular Cartilage Predictors of Outcome After Revision ACL Reconstruction: A 6-Year Follow-up Cohort Study Open
Background: Meniscal and chondral damage is common in the patient undergoing revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Purpose: To determine if meniscal and/or articular cartilage pathology at the time of revision ACL surge…
View article: Isolated, Full-Thickness Proximal Rectus Femoris Injury in Competitive Athletes: A Systematic Review of Injury Characteristics and Return to Play
Isolated, Full-Thickness Proximal Rectus Femoris Injury in Competitive Athletes: A Systematic Review of Injury Characteristics and Return to Play Open
Background: Characteristics regarding mechanism of injury, management, and return-to-play (RTP) rate and timing are important when treating and counseling athletes with rectus femoris tears. Purpose: To systematically review the literature…
View article: Descriptive Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With and Without Tunnel Bone Grafting
Descriptive Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With and Without Tunnel Bone Grafting Open
Background: Lytic or malpositioned tunnels may require bone grafting during revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (rACLR) surgery. Patient characteristics and effects of grafting on outcomes after rACLR are not well described.…
View article: Poster 262: Correlation of Tanner Stage and Hypermobility with Meniscal and Articular Cartilage Injury in the Pluto Cohort
Poster 262: Correlation of Tanner Stage and Hypermobility with Meniscal and Articular Cartilage Injury in the Pluto Cohort Open
Objectives: To determine whether the relationship between hypermobility and meniscal and/or articular cartilage injury varies by stage of pubertal development. Patients with hypermobility will have a lower risk of meniscal and articular ca…
View article: Poster 265: ACL Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: Do ACL Graft Tear and Complication Rates Differ Based on Surgical Technique? A Systematic Review
Poster 265: ACL Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: Do ACL Graft Tear and Complication Rates Differ Based on Surgical Technique? A Systematic Review Open
Objectives: Despite a notable increase in studies investigating outcomes following ACL reconstruction (ACLR) in pediatric patients in the last decade, there remains a dearth of comparative studies designed to elucidate the optimal techniqu…
View article: Returning to Activity After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Revision Surgery: An Analysis of the Multicenter Anterior Cruciate Ligament Revision Study (MARS) Cohort at 2 Years Postoperative
Returning to Activity After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Revision Surgery: An Analysis of the Multicenter Anterior Cruciate Ligament Revision Study (MARS) Cohort at 2 Years Postoperative Open
Background: Patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) revision report lower outcome scores on validated knee questionnaires postoperatively compared to cohorts with primary ACL reconstruction. In a previously active population, it is …
View article: Changes in Dynamic Postural Stability After ACL Reconstruction: Results Over 2 Years of Follow-up
Changes in Dynamic Postural Stability After ACL Reconstruction: Results Over 2 Years of Follow-up Open
Background: The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is crucial for knee proprioception and postural stability. While ACL reconstruction (ACLR) and rehabilitation improve postural stability, the timing in improvement of dynamic postural stabil…
View article: ACL Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: Does Graft Retear and Complication Rates Differ Based on Surgical Technique? A Systematic Review
ACL Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients: Does Graft Retear and Complication Rates Differ Based on Surgical Technique? A Systematic Review Open
Background: Despite exponential increases in studies regarding ACL reconstruction (ACLR) in pediatric patients in the last two decades, there remains a dearth of comparative studies designed to elucidate the optimal technique(s) for this a…
View article: Global Variation in Studies of Articular Cartilage Procedures of the Knee: A Systematic Review
Global Variation in Studies of Articular Cartilage Procedures of the Knee: A Systematic Review Open
Objective The objective of this study was to determine whether there are significant differences in terms of indications, techniques, patient variables, and objective and subjective outcome scores as a function of the geographic locale of …
View article: Global variation in isolated posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Global variation in isolated posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction Open
Purpose In the setting of persistent instability or failed non‐operative management, surgical reconstruction is commonly recommended for isolated posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tears. The purpose of this study was to systematically revi…
View article: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Concomitant Meniscal Repair: Is Graft Choice Predictive of Meniscal Repair Success?
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Concomitant Meniscal Repair: Is Graft Choice Predictive of Meniscal Repair Success? Open
Background: When meniscal repair is performed during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR), the effect of ACL graft type on meniscal repair outcomes is unclear. Hypothesis: The authors hypothesized that meniscal repairs wo…
View article: Normative PROMIS Scores in Healthy Collegiate Athletes: Establishing a Target for Return to Function in the Young Adult Athlete
Normative PROMIS Scores in Healthy Collegiate Athletes: Establishing a Target for Return to Function in the Young Adult Athlete Open
Background: The Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) computer-adaptive testing (CAT) has been shown to be a valid and reliable means of assessing patient-reported outcomes. However, normal scores and distributi…