ACL Reconstruction
The first ACL reconstruction techniques were done by suturing the graft directly to the bone, however this did not allow for tensioning the graft and was overall a poor fixation… Continue Reading
Anatomic Distal Fibula Plate
There are many ways to surgically repair a fracture of the distal fibula. One such technique is to utilize an anatomic distal fibula plate to hold the correct aligned or… Continue Reading
Anatomic Distal Fibula Plate
There are a few different options when deciding how to operatively manage a lateral malleolar fracture. The modality most commonly utilized by orthopaedic surgeons is applying an anatomic distal fibula… Continue Reading
Ankle Replacement
Ankle arthritis treamtent has made incredible imrpovements in tehncology, techniquem and success recently. Treatment options include debridement, osteotomies or cutting of bone, arthrodesis or fusion of the ankle joint, and… Continue Reading
Arthroscopic Repair
Repairing rotator cuff tears utilizes a type of suture made of threaded materials as well as anchors. Advances have led to the development of a suture material made of multi-stranded,… Continue Reading
Autologous Fat Transfer
Various filler materials exist, and are catered to cosmetic outcome, as well as patient goals for longevity. Filler material can broadly be separated into permanent and temporary, however most various… Continue Reading
Biceps Tendon Repair
Reattaching the biceps tendon to the arm bone in a tenodesis procedure can be done by several techniques including bone tunnels, interference screws, and suture anchors. These techniques are all… Continue Reading
Bone Grafting
Nearly 1 million procedures are performed with the use of bone graft in the United States and continues to grow at a rate of approximately 13% per year. Bone grafts… Continue Reading
Botox Chemical Denervation
Botox, aka Onabotulinumtoxin A, is an example of a chemical compound used in selective denervation. It is isolated from the naturally occurring neurotoxin Clostridium botulinum. The mechanism of its action… Continue Reading
Breast Cancer Localizers
Better screening and improved breast cancer awareness has led to some cancers being identified before they are able to be felt through the skin. In such cases, it is necessary… Continue Reading
Breast Implants
Watch below as I discuss the different types of breast implants. The first “breast augmentation” surgery was done in 1895 when a lipoma (benign fat tumor) was successfully removed from… Continue Reading
Carotid Artery Stents
During the first attempts at CAS, the embolic stroke rate was higher than standard CEA. Attempts at reducing this risk were first trialed with distal protecting devices. Initially, a balloon… Continue Reading
Cervical Disc Replacement
Cervical disc replacement, also known as total disc arthroplasty or artificial disc replacement is a procedure where a damaged cervical disc is removed and replaced with a metal or plastic… Continue Reading
Cervical Laminoplasty
Laminoplasty was first performed by hinging the bone open and holding it in place with a piece of bone taken from another location. This piece of bone would be held… Continue Reading
Cervical Total Disc Arthroplasty (TDR)
Cervical arthroplasty was first developed in 1966. At the time, ACDF was gaining popularity due to reports of great clinical success. The interest in cervical arthroplasty arose because it offered… Continue Reading
