Introduction Rehabilitation with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has evolved considerably since the 1970s, when intra-articular ACL reconstructions were first being performed. We have evolved from using casts on the leg for 6 weeks after surgery to no immobilization at…
Introduction The treatment of meniscus tears in conjunction with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction requires a thorough understanding of the different types of meniscus tears and their capacity for healing. The factors to consider are whether the tear is medial…
Introduction A knee dislocation injury is a rare but potentially devastating injury. The definition of knee dislocation includes the grossly unstable knee, with a minimum of two of the four major knee ligaments injured, regardless of a reduced joint line.…
Introduction Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a common procedure, with over 100,000 procedures performed annually in patients who have an active lifestyle and who are unable to continue with their activities because of instability. Yet the success rate of…
Introduction There are many techniques for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction that involve using different surgical instruments, graft choices, fixation devices, and postoperative care. Each surgeon needs to become an expert at one technique, track patients’ results, and then make…