Patellar Instability
Patellar instability is a common injury that can result in significant limitations of activity and long-term arthritis. There is a high risk of recurrence in patients and operative management is…
Treatment Algorithm for Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
The authors’ preferred treatment algorithm for osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee is based on skeletal maturity, OCD lesion stability, and OCD lesion salvageability. For unstable yet salvageable OCD lesions,…
A Review of Arthroscopic Classification Systems for Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
Multiple systems for classifying osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee have been reported. These existing classification systems have some similar characteristics, such as stable lesion/intact articular cartilage and presence of…
Robotic-assisted Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
Since its introduction, unicompartmental knee arthroplasty has been controversial because of poor early clinical outcomes due to implant design, bony fixation, surgical instrumentation, and technique. Improvements in surgical technique and…
Mobile-bearing Unicondylar Knee Arthroplasty
With the recent increase in medial unicompartmental arthroplasty, this article reviews the design history, indications, results, and modern technique for the implantation of the Oxford mobile-bearing unicompartmental arthroplasty. The article…
Management of Acromioclavicular Joint Injuries
Although recent advances have been made in the treatment of acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries, they are still challenging for shoulder surgeons. There is a consensus that type I and II…
Surgical Exposure for Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Reverse shoulder arthroplasty can relieve pain and restore function in properly selected patients. The procedure is commonly performed through one of 2 surgical approaches: deltopectoral or anterosuperior. This article describes…
The Latarjet-Patte Procedure for Recurrent Anterior Shoulder Instability in Contact Athletes
Recurrent anterior shoulder instability is common in contact athletes and the high-energy injuries seen in this group make them more prone to bone loss. Athletes with recurrent instability and associated…
Shoulder Instability with Concomitant Bone Loss in the Athlete
Thorough evaluation of the athlete with persistent shoulder instability and appropriate use of imaging modalities, such as 3-dimensional computed tomography, can help quantify the severity of bony deficiency. Based on…
