Arthroscopy Journal

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This article highlights the potential importance of posterior rim integrity in cartilage regeneration of the medial femoral condyle that may influence cartilage repair outcomes and clinical decision-making. #KneeCartilage #CartilageRegeneration #SportsMedicine

Could tranexamic acid (TXA) improve surgical outcomes in hip arthroscopy? This review examines the use of TXA in hip arthroscopy, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing bleeding without an observed increase in major complications. #HipArthroscopy #TranexamicAcid @krisjonesmd

Could the shape of the tibial plateau play a role in ACL injury risk and reconstruction failure? Read the full article to explore these findings and their implications for ACL injury prevention and reconstruction! @StephenAokiMD @ErnatJustin

This recent propensity-matched cohort study found that patients with Tönnis Grade 1 had higher rates of conversion to total hip arthroplasty than those with Tönnis Grade 0. #HipArthroscopy #TonnisGrade #Osteoarthritis @BradleyLezak @NatePMercer @ThomasYoumMD

This review highlights improvements in knee stability and function when slope-reducing osteotomy is performed alongside revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. #Osteotomy #RevisionSurgery #ACLInjury

This recent study highlights favorable clinical outcomes, return-to-sport rates, and 5-year survivorship following hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears in athletes with generalized ligamentous laxity. #HipArthroscopy #ReturnToSport @BenjaminDombMD

Are platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections safe for tennis elbow? Read on to examine complication rates associated with PRP injections compared to corticosteroid and saline injections for lateral epicondylitis. #TennisElbow #PlateletRichPlasma #LateralEpicondylitis

Has the implementation of the pitch clock impacted injury risk among baseball pitchers? Read the full article to explore these findings and their implications for pitcher safety and performance! #PitchClock #BaseballPitching #PitcherSafety

Could delaying posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction increase the risk of additional knee injuries? This recent study highlights important considerations for surgical timing and patient management.

Can endoscopic surgery help athletes return to sport after persistent osteitis pubis? This recent study highlights positive functional outcomes following endoscopic pubic symphysectomy in patients with refractory osteitis pubis. #OsteitisPubis #ReturnToSport @BenjaminDombMD

How close are lateral extra-articular procedure attachment points to the growth plates in young patients? Read on to examine the proximity of attachment points to the growth plates in skeletally immature patients. #PediatricOrthopedics @GilbertMoatshe @andrewgeeslinmd

This recent article explores the evolving understanding of hip microinstability and the challenges of translating diagnosis into effective treatment strategies. Read the full article to learn more about this important topic in hip preservation! #HipPreservation #SportsMedicine

Could ultrasound and mild heat therapy offer a new approach to rotator cuff healing? This recent study explores how low-intensity pulsed ultrasound combined with mild hyperthermia may promote rotator cuff healing in a rabbit model.

What does the latest research reveal about combining hip arthroscopy with PAO for patients with hip dysplasia? Explore the potential benefits, complexities, and evolving evidence behind this combined surgical approach. #HipArthroscopy #HipDysplasia #Orthopedics @MichaelRossiMD

Anteromedial knee instability results from injury to both the deep and superficial MCL. For optimal valgus stability, anatomical reconstruction of both structures is essential. This approach restores native biomechanics and supports successful outcomes. #MCL #Arthroscopy #Knee

Ever faced a coracoid fracture with AC dislocation? This minimalist arthroscopic technique tackles both at once—less hardware, less tissue irritation, and a streamlined recovery. Just remember: strict immobilization is key! #ShoulderSurgery #Innovation #Arthroscopy

A practical technique for meniscocapsular repair in ACL rupture: easy to perform, low time commitment, and helps catch overlooked injuries. See the pearls and pitfalls for optimal results. #MeniscocapsularRepair #ACLInjury #KneeSurgery #SportsMedicine #Arthroscopy

Arthroscopic bone graft remplissage with flexible allograft: secure, bone-preserving, and efficient for Hill-Sachs lesions. See the key pearls, pitfalls, and when to consider this approach. #ShoulderInstability #Arthroscopy

ACL reconstruction with hamstrings autograft and modified Lemaire LET using a single femoral tunnel: key pearls, pitfalls, and technical considerations for optimizing outcomes and minimizing complications. #ACL #LET #SurgicalInnovation

Innovative solution for massive rotator cuff tears: Intra-articular biceps tenotomy with extra-articular transfer offers a new way to augment repairs when tendon quality is poor. See the technique in action! #RotatorCuff #ShoulderSurgery #Arthroscopy