Arthroplasty Evolutions
Dive into Arthroplasty Evolutions featuring the latest research from the Shoulder Arthroplasty Research Committee (ShARC).
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Lateral Ankle Instability
Ankle instability most commonly occurs laterally from traumatic and/or recurrent ligamentous injury. Treatment options for lateral ankle instability range from conservative methods to surgical interventions, including Brostrom repair, reconstruction, and suture augmentation techniques.
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Anterolateral Instability: FiberStaple™ Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis (LET) Using a Double Knotless Knee FiberTak® Anchor
Aaron J. Krych, MD (Rochester, MN), demonstrates a modified Lemaire LET using the FiberStaple™ technique with a Double Knotless Knee FiberTak® anchor.
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OTIF: Biceps Tissue Autograft for Rotator Cuff Repair Augmentation
Rachel M. Frank, MD (Denver, CO), shares considerations for using autograft biceps tissue to augment rotator cuff repairs. Dr. Frank walks through this technique step by step, sharing tips and technical pearls.
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Hallux Valgus: Adjunct Fixation With the Knotless Mini TightRope® System for Hallux Valgus Correction
Carl T. Hasselman, MD (Pittsburgh, PA), demonstrates the dual 1.1 mm Knotless Mini TightRope® system for supplemental fixation to minimize reoccurrence of late drift in hallux valgus correction.
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Spine Evolutions: Preventing Post-op Infections
Alexander C. Lemons, MD (Pinehurst, NC), discusses risk factors for surgical site infections with spine surgery. Dr. Lemons shares his local hospital’s pre-op antibiotic choice and dosage and covers in depth the antibiotic choice for patients who are allergic to...
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Spine Evolutions: Importance of Pump Pressure During Spinal Endoscopy (Thoracic and Cervical)
Prof Dr med Mazda Farshad (Zurich, Switzerland) discusses the importance of irrigation during endoscopic spinal surgery, including the differences between gravity and pump pressures while considering whether flow is occluded.
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OTIF: Meniscal Root Algorithm
Asheesh Bedi, MD (Ann Arbor, MI), shares his algorithmic approach to evaluate and treat meniscal root tears. Dr. Bedi also highlights how the innovative SutureLoc™ implant has transformed meniscal root repair, allowing for joint-line fixation and retensioning.
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5th Metatarsal Fractures
Fractures of the 5th metatarsal encompass tuberosity avulsion fractures, Jones fractures, and diaphyseal stress fractures. Critical evaluation of the mechanism of injury, anatomic variations of the foot and ankle, and activity level of the patient is essential for appropriate treatment...
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Dr. Calloway Demonstrates Tips and Pearls for Meniscal Pathologies: Root Retraction Tip
Sean Calloway, MD (Indianapolis, IN), demonstrates a quick tip for protecting sutures when using the FlipCutter® III drill during a meniscal root repair.
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Patellofemoral Joint Pathologies: MPFL Repair Using Knee FiberTak® Anchors and the InternalBrace™ Technique
Jeffrey Guy, MD (Columbia, SC), demonstrates a primary medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) repair using all-suture Knee FiberTak® anchors and the InternalBrace™ technique. The InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only to augment the primary repair/reconstruction by expanding the area of tissue...
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Hallux Valgus: MIS—Show Me the Science!
Christopher Hodgkins, MD (Miami, FL), reviews and discusses the literature supporting minimally invasive bunionectomy procedures.
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Orthopedic Technology and Innovation Forum
Stay on the cutting edge with highlights from the Orthopedic Technology and Innovation Forum.
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Biomechanics of the Shoulder With a Rotator Cuff Tear: General
This video reviews the fundamental biomechanics and function of the rotator cuff muscles and tendons.
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Hip Arthroscopy Essentials: Literature Review on Predictors of Clinical Outcomes After Hip Arthroscopy
Benjamin G. Domb, MD (Chicago, IL), reviews different predictors of patient outcomes following hip arthroscopy as identified in a 10-year follow-up analysis.
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
While less common than ACL injuries, posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries can have a significant impact on knee stability. PCL tear classification will help guide whether conservative or surgical treatment is indicated.
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Multidirectional Glenohumeral Joint Instability (MDI)
Multidirectional glenohumeral joint instability is classified as symptomatic, involuntary instability in more than two directions. Careful evaluation of the multitude of factors that contribute to this complex pathology is key for determining appropriate treatment.
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Medial Ankle Instability: Literature in Action—Should the Deltoid Be Repaired?
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), discusses and reviews literature regarding whether the deltoid ligament should be repaired in the setting of acute trauma.
