Purpose The purpose of this study was to comprehensively and systematically review the
current evidence for orthopaedic treatment of immature and adolescent patients with acute …

Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a very common problem in athletes who participate in jumping,
cutting and pivoting sports. Several risk factors may play a part in the pathogenesis of PFP …

Background: Cartilage defects in the patella are common, and a subset of patients does not
respond to nonoperative measures. While most cartilage repair techniques have …

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Connector Reviews JBJS.org Surgical Techniques Open Access JOPA Log in Subscribe to …

To date there is no classification of patellar dislocations considering clinical and radiological
pathologies. As a result many studies mingle the dislocation's underlying pathologies, so …

Background: Return to sport (RTS) after patellar stabilization surgery involves the return of
strength and dynamic knee stability, which can be assessed using isometric strength and …

Introduction: Evidence on the management of chondral defects of the patella arises from
studies in which the patellofemoral joint was treated together with the femorotibial joint and …

Introduction The role of the lateral retinaculum in patellofemoral instability is still debated.
Lateral retinacular release (LRR), has been extensively performed in combination with …

Abstract Purpose of Review To discuss the potentially significant complications associated
with medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction. Additionally, to review the most …

Objective: To present recommendations for athletic trainers and other health care providers
regarding the identification of risk factors for and management of individuals with …