Soft-tissue trauma and dislocations present unique challenges in trauma management due to capsular, ligamentous, and tendinous involvement. Proper management of fracture fixation and/or soft-tissue repair is paramount to preserve joint stability and kinematics.
The collateral ligaments are critical for maintaining medial and lateral knee stability. Injury classification and whether an injury occurs in isolation or contributes to multiligamentous instability will help guide whether conservative or surgical treatment is indicated.
Explore innovations in trauma solutions, including the latest fracture fixation and soft-tissue repair techniques.
A pars fracture, or spondylolysis, is particularly problematic for athletic populations. Treatment options include conservative methods and surgical fracture repair.
The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is a conglomerate of soft-tissue structures on the ulnar side of the wrist that plays a significant biomechanical role in wrist mobility and stabilization. The severity and chronicity of TFCC injuries will help determine the...
The femoral head is the most common site for avascular necrosis (AVN), which can lead to subchondral bone loss and joint dysfunction from vascular compromise. Joint-preserving treatment options are available, but early diagnosis is essential to take this route.
True internal snapping hip syndrome, or coxa saltans interna, is rare. The ability to correctly identify this pathology is key for determining an appropriate treatment plan and surgical management, if needed.
Trochanteric bursitis, coxa saltans externa, and abductor tendinopathy and tears are grouped together and identified as greater trochanteric pain syndrome. A thorough history and physical examination are essential for an accurate diagnosis to help differentiate these lateral hip conditions from...
Most hamstring tears occur proximally. Whether a proximal hamstring tear occurs in the muscle belly or musculotendinous junction or is classified as an avulsion tear will help guide whether conservative or surgical treatment is indicated.
One of the most common fracture types, distal radius fractures are often associated with concomitant hand and wrist injuries, frequently following a fall onto an outstretched hand. Successful outcomes depend on radiographic indications for conservative treatment or surgical intervention.
Fractures can affect many of the bones that make up the hand and wrist, including the radius, metacarpals, and phalanges. Varied techniques and implants are available for operative fixation.
Sanj Kakar, MD (Rochester, MN), performs an arthroscopic volar scapholunate capsulodesis (stage 1 Garcia-Elias) using the NanoNeedle Scope system.
At the Orthopedic Technology and Innovation Forum (OTIF), Peter J. Millet, MD (Vail, CO), shares his journey in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair including his transition to using soft anchors medially for double-row rotator cuff repairs.
Alan A. MacGill, DPM (Coral Springs, FL), reviews current literature surrounding motion-preserving and arthrodesis surgical treatment options for hallux rigidus and discusses when to consider utilizing motion-preserving techniques.
Stephen Brockmeier, MD (Charlottesville, VA), shows a quick surgical tip to facilitate smoother suture passage when performing a glenoid labral repair.
Knee osteoarthritis presents along a spectrum of severity, requiring a patient-centered approach to treatment. Current treatment concepts explore surgical advances, including unicompartmental arthroplasty and high tibial osteotomy.
Careful evaluation of humeral shaft fractures and execution of surgical fixation are essential to avoid neurovascular involvement. Surgical management may involve a posterior approach, dissection through the triceps, and stabilization through plating and cerclage techniques.
Glenohumeral joint instability most commonly occurs anteriorly. Current treatment concepts explore advances and indications for surgical management, from labral and ligamentous repair to glenoid reconstruction.
In this episode, leading surgeons share their experiences and the educational tips and pearls they learned while incorporating the SutureLoc implant for meniscal root repair into their practices. Joining host Christopher Adams, MD, are in-studio guests Justin J. Mitchell, MD...
Rotator cuff tears significantly impact healthy glenohumeral kinematics needed for daily activities. Current treatment concepts explore surgical advances, including repair techniques, augmentation with autografts and allografts, and options for irreparable tears.
