Treating Patellar Chondral Lesions with Concomitant MACI, MPFL, and TTO
The study discusses the use of MACI in the patella to treat patellar chondral lesions with concomitant patellar stabilization and realignment procedures.
Case Report: Arthroscopy + Revision TTO for a 16-Year-Old Female Lacrosse Player
Grand Rounds from HSS Case Report on a 16-Year-Old female lacrosse player with failed tibial tubercle osteotomy (TTO) treated with arthroscopy and revision TTO.
Using Machine Learning to Predict MPFL Reconstruction Outcomes
It makes sense that emerging technologies, such as machine learning, will help us choose the best combination of surgical interventions for patellar instability.
MPFL Reconstruction and TTO Questions
I’ve had quite a few questions lately on my videos about medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction and tibial tubercle osteotomy surgery. What often happens is people have had one surgery or the other (or both) and they’re looking for information about what to expect after surgery, when they will regain range of motion, and a […]
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Questions
Liam had been dealing with a lifetime of kneecap dislocations; a medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction was the best way to get him back to playing hockey. This video gets a lot of questions about MPFL reconstruction.
A Useful Patellar Instability Infographic for Everyone
Check out this excellent infographic and description of anatomic risk factors for patellofemoral joint instability in Cureus.
Patellar Instability Modified Delphi Consensus
I was part of this Delphi consensus statement, which endeavored to come up with a consensus of treatment of patellar instability. When I finished my fellowship in 2002, I was taught that most cases of patellar instability could and should be treated with physical therapy.
Treating Patellofemoral Arthritis & Patellar Instability
This study shows good results for treating concurrent patellofemoral arthritis and patellar instability for patellofemoral arthroplasty and MPFL reconstruction.