Common Questions About Stem Cells, Exosomes, & Cartilage Repair
I’m asked about stem cells almost daily. Patients ask: Can I get stem cells injected into my knee? Can stem cells help my problem? Can stem cells heal my knee faster?
How 3D Imaging of the Patellofemoral Joint Improves Treatment Options
Computerized tomography (CT) provides a new, widely accessible path to improve patellofemoral surgical planning by creating 3D imaging of the patellofemoral joint.
Skier Tim’s BEAR® Implant Comeback Story
Determined to ski again after a sudden ACL tear, 55-year-old Tim Braun, a lifelong skier, opted for the BEAR Implant, facilitating his return to the sport he loves.
How Do You Know When To Take Your Knee Injury Seriously?
Recently, my nephew injured his knee in a soccer game but was able to keep playing, while soreness continued. When do you need to take your knee injury seriously?
Small Study of Long-Term Outcomes for One-Step Cartilage Repair
This very interesting study was published in a top US sports journal this past November showing good outcomes with a one-stage cartilage repair technique.
A Foot Workout & How Feet Relate to Knees
As a sports medicine surgeon, I tend to think a lot about the knee, but not very much about the feet. Recently, as I’ve watched my daughter train for the New York City marathon, I’ve come to appreciate a bit more about how important both foot alignment and foot strength are.
Single Versus Multiple-Plug OCA Transplants for Osteochondral Defects About the Knee
This study aimed to describe initial outcomes of single versus multiple-plug knee OCA transplants at minimum 1-year follow-up, hypothesizing little difference.
Exploring Risk Factors for Atraumatic Medial Patellar Facet Lesions
This study was to identify clinical and radiographic risk factors for medial patellar facet lesions in patients without a history of trauma or patellar instability.