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Perhaps counterintuitively for their young age, teen athletes are at highest risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction plus recurrence compared with other age groups

Cell based therapies are increasingly used and results of bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) show encouraging short- to middle term results, superior to hyaluronic acid and platelet rich plasma (PRP). Most studies describe patients with mild to moder

One in approximately 3,500 people will hurt their ACL at some point in their lives ? in fact, the ACL is involved in almost half of all knee injuries. Playing sports like soccer, basketball, football, and skiing heightens the risk of a tear, because such

Four years ago, Tim Jonze thought his running career was as good as over. Learning how to stretch properly and sticking to these three strengthening exercises helped him get back on track

The complexity of knee injuries, particularly meniscus tears, has driven medical science to continually seek more effective treatment methodologies. Among the most promising developments in recent years is the application of stem cell therapy, a cornersto

Knee operations on the meniscus cartilage are a frequent procedure on a particularly complex part of the human body. Empa researchers want to provide an improved basis for clinicians in order to reduce the risks of the operation. Using 3D models based on

With all of the fantastic imaging techniques available in healthcare today, clinicians are capable of diagnosing tissue and joint deformities using non-invasive imaging with remarkable accuracy. However, one vexing question remains: why are some patients

The all-inside suture technique can represent a suitable and reliable solution for suturable meniscal tears, even for patients over 40. Preserving the meniscus and restoring patients? functionality allows patients to return to their daily activities and p

Using computed tomography (CT), researchers at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine have found that calcium crystal deposits in the knee can contribute to the worsening of joint damage. The researchers are the first to use computeriz

The research, published today in The Lancet, shows that knee pain was reduced by 50% on average with video consults, compared to a 48% average reduction with in-person consults, for people with chronic knee pain after three months.