Imaging of the Knee
Imaging of the Knee Charles P. Ho Comprehensive examination of the symptomatic knee frequently may require diagnostic imaging to complement and supplement the physical examination for full diagnosis and prognosis…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction J. Richard Steadman One of the most common knee injuries during sporting activities is a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Various treatments have been described in…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prevention: Concepts, Strategies, and Outcomes
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prevention: Concepts, Strategies, and Outcomes Allston J. Stubbs Mininder S. Kocher Introduction and History A recent 10-year survey of knee injuries in 6,434 patients revealed that…
Philosophy of Knee Care
Philosophy of Knee Care J. Richard Steadman The evolution of my philosophy of knee care began to take shape during my residency, when I was exposed to the ideas of…
Case Studies
Case Studies John A. Feagin Jr. Introduction to Case Studies 1 and 2 We have come a long way in understanding the role of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and…
The Envelope of Function
The Envelope of Function Scott F. Dye The primary goal of orthopaedic surgical treatment is universally considered to be “restoration of musculoskeletal function.” Until now, the definition of restoration of…
Principles of Diagnosis and Treatment
Principles of Diagnosis and Treatment John A. Feagin Jr. Part I of The Crucial Principles is devoted to principles of diagnosis and treatment of the knee-injured patient. These principles are…
The ACL-Deficient Knee: Some Thoughts—Past and Future
The ACL-Deficient Knee: Some Thoughts—Past and Future John A. Feagin Jr. Introduction: The Evolution and Application of the Crucial Principles As we grow in experience, we try to simplify and…
The ACL-Deficient Knee: Some Thoughts—Past and Future
The ACL-Deficient Knee: Some Thoughts—Past and Future John A. Feagin Jr. Problems left unattended within the knee do not become easier with the passage of time… Technology is an essential…
