Arthroscopic Releases for Arthrofibrosis of the Knee
J Am Acad Orthop Surg November 2011 Michael R. Chen, Abstract Intra-articular inflammation or fibrosis may lead to decreased soft-tissue and capsular compliance, which may result in pain or loss of motion within the knee. Etiology of intra-articular fibrosis may include isolated anterior interval scarring and posterior capsular contracture, as well as fibrosis that involves […]
The Impact of Complementary and Alternative Treatment Modalities on the Care of Orthopaedic Patients
J Am Acad Orthop Surg October 2011 David T. Rispler, MD and Julie Sara, MD Abstract The use of complementary and alternative medicine is widespread and popular with the lay public. Although prevalence of use varies among specific patient populations, complementary and alternative medicine, in particular herbal remedies, are widely marketed and used by orthopaedic […]
Advances in Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Articular Cartilage
NULL J Am Acad Orthop Surg, Vol 19, No 7, July 2011 Laith M. Jazrawi, MD, Michael J. Alaia, MD, Gregory Chang, MD, Erin F. FitzGerald, MD and Michael P. Recht, MD The pathology, assessment, and management of articular cartilage lesions of the hip and knee have been the subject of considerable attention in the […]
Fall Prevention in the Elderly: Analysis and Comprehensive Review of Methods Used in the Hospital and in the Home
J Am Acad Orthop Surg, Vol 19, No 7, July 2011 Terry A. Clyburn, MD and John A. Heydemann, MD Falls in the elderly are a significant problem both in and out of the hospital. The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 and the Fiscal Year 2009 Inpatient Prospective Payment System Final Rule, as outlined by […]
Multiple Myeloma: Diagnosis and Orthopaedic Implications
J Am Acad Orthop Surg, Vol 19, No 7, July 2011 Thomas J. Scharschmidt, MD, Joshua D. Lindsey, MD, Pamela S. Becker, MD, PhD and Ernest U. Conrad, MD Multiple myeloma is a hematologic malignancy that commonly affects the skeletal system. The disease is primarily managed medically with chemotherapeutic agents. Pathologic fractures are common in […]
Diagnosis and Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans
Henry G. Chambers, MD, Kevin G. Shea, MD, Allen F. Anderson, MD, Tommy J. (JoJo) Brunelle, PT, DPT, James L. Carey, MD, Theodore J. Ganley, MD, Mark V. Paterno, PT, PhD, Jennifer M. Weiss, MD, James O. Sanders, MD, William C. Watters, III, MD, Michael J. Goldberg, MD, Michael W. Keith, MD, Charles M. Turkelson, […]
Arthroscopic Management of the Stiff Elbow
NULL Jay D. Keener, MD and Leesa M. Galatz, MD Elbow stiffness is a challenge to manage effectively. Elbow contractures commonly result from both intrinsic and extrinsic factors, causing limited motion. Recent technical advances in elbow arthroscopy have led to the development of minimally invasive procedures for the management of select cases of recalcitrant elbow […]
Posttraumatic Stress Disorders in Civilian Orthopaedics
Daniel L. Aaron, MD, Paul D. Fadale, MD, Colin J. Harrington, MD and Christopher T. Born, MD Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a well-characterized anxiety disorder that may occur after exposure to a traumatic event. Research is ongoing to document neuroanatomic, neuroendocrine, and genetic correlates to the behavioral phenotype. PTSD occurs in 20% to 51% […]
Metastatic Disease in the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine: Evaluation and Management
Peter S. Rose, MD and Jacob M. Buchowski, MD, MS J Am Acad Orthop Surg, Vol 19, No 1, January 2011, Spinal metastases are found in most patients who die of cancer. The number of patients with symptomatic spinal metastases likely will increase as therapy for the primary disease improves and as cardiovascular mortality decreases. […]
Acute Compartment Syndrome of the Upper Extremity
NULL Mark L. Prasarn, MD and Elizabeth A. Ouellette, MD J Am Acad Orthop Surg, Vol 19, No 1, January 2011, Acute compartment syndrome occurs when pressure within a fibro-osseous space increases to a level that results in a decreased perfusion gradient across tissue capillary beds. Compartment syndromes of the hand, forearm, and upper arm […]