Orthobiologics – study: Can ACLs heal faster using platelet rich plasma?
Here’s a relatively small study that suggests that we may be able to get ACLs to heal faster by using platelet rich plasma (PRP). Can ACLs heal faster using platelet rich plasma?
Preparing for Ski Season
This a good article: How to Avoid an ACL Injury This Ski Season – Paspa Physical Therapy Source: paspapt.com/avoid-acl-injury-ski-season/
Good Article on ACL Reconstruction Outcomes
It is hard to do good clinical research, especially when following a young, active and mobile patient population. Evaluation of outcomes of ACL reconstruction is important because techniques change — and the type of graft used (hamstring, patellar tendon, quad tendon and cadaver tendon) is variable. In some studies, the outcome is whether or not […]
Why Women Are More Likely to Tear Their ACL
This article correctly explains that women are more likely to tear their ACL, because they fire their quads rather than their hamstrings when suddenly stopping, and land with their knees closer together. It also states that the second reason women are at risk for knee injury is fatigue. I’m not sure that is fair or […]