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ACL reconstruction may yield high satisfaction in patients aged 50 years and older
Most patients aged 50 years and older who underwent ACL reconstruction reported being satisfied with their surgery. Patients had a graft failure rate of 7.1% and a low conversion rate to TKA.
Source: Healio
Quadriceps tendon ACL reconstruction may provide success in high-demand athletes
Quadriceps tendon autograft has emerged as an excellent option for ACL reconstruction, particularly for active patients seeking to return to high-demand sports.
Source: Healio
Flips, Falls, and Fractures: The Reality of Cheerleading Injuries
Cheerleading is rising in popularity, with competitive cheer now being recognized as an Olympic sport, possibly leading to an Olympic debut in the near future. These athletes present with issues such as pressure for a quick return, concerns for decreased bone density, and injury patterns unique to these athletes.
Source: AOSSM
Patient psychology matters: Lessons learned from the MOON Shoulder Group
"We found both the [Western Ontario Shoulder Instability Index (WOSI)] score and the [American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons] score correlates significantly with this PAS scale," Kuhn, Kenneth D. Schermerhorn professor and chief of the division of sports medicine in the department of orthopedic surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, said. "Psychology matters when they come to your office."
Source: Healio
Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears
When the symptoms of a rotator cuff tear are acute, meaning there is a sudden flare-up of symptoms, it may be helpful to rest the shoulder to allow the inflammation of the injury to settle down.
Source: Verywell health
