Article
Orthopedics
Daphne I. Ling, Caroline Boyle, Brandon Schneider, Joseph Janosky, James Kinderknecht, Robert G. Marx
Summary: Coach education improves adherence to neuromuscular training and delivery of alignment cues, emphasizing the importance of in-person training for coaches.
CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Nicola Marotta, Alessandro de Sire, Dario Calafiore, Francesco Agostini, Lorenzo Lippi, Claudio Curci, Francesco Ferraro, Andrea Bernetti, Marco Invernizzi, Antonio Ammendolia
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the surgical intervention and rehabilitation plan for ACL injuries. This scoping review examines the potential persistent symptoms and residual effects after COVID-19 disease, focusing on fatigue and neuromuscular disorders. Undertraining and knee muscular imbalance may lead to inefficient movement strategies, lack of knee stability, and increased load in ACL injuries. Telerehabilitation approaches have shown promise in maintaining strength and range of motion during the post-surgery period of COVID-19. However, further research is needed to determine the most effective interventions.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Amit Joshi, Nagmani Singh, Bibek Basukala, Rohit Bista, Bibek Maharjan, Ishor Pradhan
Summary: Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs) are the most common cause of ACL injury in Nepal, followed by sports-related injuries and falls. Males are more frequently injured than females, with two-wheeler accidents being the most common mode of RTA and football being the most common sport causing ACL injuries.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Sport Sciences
Alexander J. MacFarlane, Timothy Whelan, Nomi S. Weiss-Laxer, Mohammad N. Haider, Scott A. Dinse, Leslie J. Bisson, John M. Marzo
Summary: ACL-IPP is an effective program for preventing ACL injuries in adolescent athletes, but its adoption among coaches is low. Coaches at higher competitive levels and those coaching multiple teams tend to implement ACL-IPP more frequently.
SPORTS HEALTH-A MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
K. S. R. van Kuijk, M. Reijman, S. M. A. Bierma-Zeinstra, D. E. Meuffels
Summary: This study found that patients with a PCL rupture have smaller intercondylar volumes and smaller ACL volumes compared to control patients. Additionally, patients with smaller ACL volumes also have smaller PCL volumes. This study shows significant size and volume differences in the shape of the knee between patients with a PCL rupture and control patients for the first time.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sai Krishna Mlv, Asjad Mahmood, Pulak Vatsya, Siva Srivastava Garika, Ravi Mittal, Manoj Nagar
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the demographic characteristics of patients who underwent ACL reconstruction at a tertiary care hospital in India. A retrospective analysis was conducted on patients who underwent ACL reconstruction between January 2020 and December 2021. The results showed that out of 124 patients, the majority were males (91.1%) and the most common cause of ACL injuries was road traffic accidents (47.6%). The study highlights the need for national registries in developing countries to understand the unique demographics of ACL injuries.
WORLD JOURNAL OF CLINICAL CASES
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Omar Zakieh, Chang Park, Katy Hornby, Chinmay Gupte, Khaled M. Sarraf
Summary: The number of paediatric anterior cruciate ligament injuries is rising due to increased participation in sports by children and adolescents. Diagnosis involves clinical examination and magnetic resonance imaging, with management plans varying from surgical to non-surgical depending on the severity of the tear. Injury prevention programmes, including strength and neuromuscular training, are crucial in reducing the risk of anterior cruciate ligament injuries. Compliance with early implementation, along with an understanding of biomechanics and verbal feedback, can maximize the benefits of neuromuscular training.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF HOSPITAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Zhong Chen, Yuheng Li, Yichi Zhang, Zhengzheng Zhang, Jingsong Wang, Xinghao Deng, Chengxiao Liu, Na Chen, Chuan Jiang, Weiping Li, Bin Song
Summary: This study found that visual function defect, especially low visual fusion range, is a risk factor for knee anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sports injury. Quick turn, sudden stop, and jump during sports activities are also major risk factors.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Changli Xu, Tianze Liu, Miao Wang, Chang Liu, Bo Li, Qiujian Lian, Tongjiang Chen, Fengmei Chen, Suchi Qiao, Zhiwei Wang
Summary: This study compared proprioception recovery after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) with a hamstring tendon autograft versus the LARS artificial graft. The results showed that both groups had higher JPS error at 3 months after ACLR compared to 12 months. However, there was no significant difference in JPS error between the LARS and autograft groups at either 3 or 12 months after ACLR. Analyzing the data based on the timing of ACLR surgery showed a significant difference between groups at 3 months, but not at 12 months after ACLR. This suggests that both ACLR methods are similarly safe and effective for recovering knee proprioception.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Sport Sciences
Roula Kotsifaki, Vasileios Sideris, Enda King, Roald Bahr, Rod Whiteley
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the status of athletes during vertical jump testing at return to sport after ACL reconstruction (ACLR). The results showed that athletes still presented significant asymmetries during all vertical jump tests at the time of return to sport, especially in the concentric impulse. Clinicians should focus on restoring symmetry and improving absolute performance metrics to reduce injury risk and enhance overall athletic performance.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Tsung-Min Lee, Wei-Ting Wu, Yi-Hsiang Chiu, Ke-Vin Chang, Levent Ozcakar
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the usefulness of ultrasound (US) in predicting autograft size in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. The results showed a significant positive correlation between preoperative US measurements and intraoperative autograft diameter. US imaging demonstrated a good predictive performance for autograft size, comparable to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Standardized US scanning protocols are needed in future studies to enhance the comparability with intraoperative findings.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Sport Sciences
Hope C. Davis-Wilson, Christopher D. Johnston, Emma Young, Kyeongtak Song, Erik A. Wikstrom, J. Troy Blackburn, Brian Pietrosimone
Summary: The combination of high BMI and history of ACLR has an impact on walking speed and peak vGRF-LR. ACLR history affects KFE and peak KEM, while BMI influences peak KAM. These findings suggest the importance of considering BMI in interventions targeting gait biomechanics post-ACLR.
MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Julio Cesar Gali, Tyago Araujo Almeida, Daniela Cristina de Moraes Miguel, Samir Alexandre Nassar, Julio Cesar Gali Filho, Nicholas P. Drain, Freddie F. Fu
Summary: MRI measurement of the posterior cruciate ligament inclination angle (PCLIA) may be an auxiliary tool in aiding the recognition of ACL insufficiency, with higher PCLIA values observed in individuals with ACL injuries compared to those without. This could potentially lead to more personalized and precise treatment approaches for ACL injuries.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2022)
Review
Orthopedics
Hannah Bradsell, Rachel M. Frank
Summary: Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are a significant issue in sports medicine, particularly for female athletes. Extensive research has acknowledged the differences in injury rates between male and female athletes and the high prevalence of risk factors specific to females. Preventive techniques aim to address neuromuscular imbalances and biomechanical deficits, which are major risk factors for these injuries. While anatomical and hormonal risks may not be easily intervened, awareness of their influence remains important in clinical decision-making.
Article
Sport Sciences
Argyro Kotsifaki, Sam Van Rossom, Rod Whiteley, Vasileios Korakakis, Roald Bahr, Vasileios Sideris, Ilse Jonkers
Summary: Male athletes after ACL reconstruction still exhibit knee biomechanical deficits during vertical jumps, and vertical performance metrics like jump height can better evaluate these deficits.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2022)