Best Rotator Cuff Repair Podcasts (2025)

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132: Overtime – PCLR graft choice 13:31

2h ago13:31

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Welcome to Overtime with the Sports Docs! On each of these mini episodes, we chat about a new article or new surgical technique in the field of sports medicine. We’ll give you our quick take on the most recent data and how this data will be impacting our practice. Today, we’re talking about posterior cruciate ligament injuries – specifically, surgi…

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131: ATSD: “Should I Have PRP for My Partial Rotator Cuff Tear?" 10:03

4d ago10:03

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We get lots of questions from our patients and our listeners each week. And they’re great questions, so rather than responding individually we thought we’d do these mini episodes where highlight some of the best questions and our responses, with some literature to back it up. Before we jump into our discussion today, we want to quickly update you o…

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Do You Need Isokinetic Testing? - #AMR362 13:07

9d ago13:07

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It's important to have objective test data to safely progress patients and return them to sport after injuries like ACL reconstruction. Isokinetic testing is still the gold standard. However, the machines are large and expensive, and they are used much less frequently. We don’t even have an isokinetic machine at Champion. Here’s what we do instead.…

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130: Ask The Sports Docs: “Should I have surgery for my SLAP tear?” 11:31

12d ago11:31

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We get lots of questions from our patients and our listeners each week. And they’re great questions, so rather than responding individually we thought we’d do these mini episodes where highlight some of the best questions and our responses, with some literature to back it up. Before we jump into our discussion today, we want to quickly update you o…

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129: (Reboot): Mastering the MPFL with Dr. Miho Tanaka and Dr. Beth Shubin Stein (LIVE at AOSSM 2024) 41:11

19d ago41:11

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Today’s episode is going to focus on management of patellar instability – including nonsurgical treatment, MPFL reconstruction techniques and the addition of other procedures including trochleoplasty and osteotomies. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Miho Tanaka is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and the…

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Knee MCL Repair with Internal Brace - #AMR361 18:11

23d ago18:11

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Internal bracing is becoming a very popular procedure with orthopedic surgeons. Repairing ligaments and then augmenting the tissue with an internal brace has shown to be promising throughout the body, including the MCL of the knee. But, what do you do if there is prolonged stiffness? To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com…

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AJSM May 2025 5-in-5 Podcast 5:59

24d ago5:59

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Five articles from the May 2025 issue summarized in five minutes, with the addition of a brief editorial commentary. The 5-in-5 feature is designed to give readers an overview of articles that may pique their interest and encourage more detailed reading. It may also be used by busy readers who would prefer a brief audio summary in order to select t…

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AJSM May 2025 Podcast: Two-Year Follow-up of a Group-Sequential, Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial of a Subacromial Balloon Spacer for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears of the Shoulder (START:REACTS ... 25:26

26d ago25:26

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The best management of irreparable rotator cuff tears remains uncertain, with multiple new techniques introduced over the past 2 decades. Two options for treatment are arthroscopic debridement and biceps tenotomy, or the subacromial balloon spacer. Early trial results favored the former option, but the 2-year results have not yet been reported. In …

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Episode 298: Arthroscopic Subacromial Balloon Spacer for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears Demonstrates Improved Shoulder Functionality and High Revision-Free Survival Rates at a Minimum 5-year Follow up 25:37

26d ago25:37

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Drs Lau and Familiari discuss Arthroscopic Subacromial Balloon Spacer for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears Demonstrates Improved Shoulder Functionality and High Revision-Free Survival Rates at a Minimum 5-year Follow upBy AANA

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128: (Reboot): Dr. Matt Provencher and Dr. Armando Vidal on Strategies for Multi-ligamentous Knee Surgery (LIVE at AOSSM 2024) 35:39

26d ago35:39

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Today’s episode is going to focus on the workup of a patient with a suspected multiligamentous knee injury as well as a surgical approach that follows – including acute versus delayed surgery, repair versus reconstruction, surgical technique and order of operations in the OR. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Matt Provencher is an …

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AJSM April 2025 5-in-5 Podcast 6:47

30d ago6:47

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Five articles from the April 2025 issue summarized in five minutes, with the addition of a brief editorial commentary. The 5-in-5 feature is designed to give readers an overview of articles that may pique their interest and encourage more detailed reading. It may also be used by busy readers who would prefer a brief audio summary in order to select…

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Episode 297: Arthroscopic Anatomic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Primary Repair Restores Anterior Tibial Translation Intraoperatively at Time Zero With No Additional Effect of Suture Augmentation 37:25

1M ago37:25

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Drs Salzer and DiFelice discuss Arthroscopic Anatomic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Primary Repair Restores Anterior Tibial Translation Intraoperatively at Time Zero With No Additional Effect of Suture AugmentationBy AANA

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AJSM April 2025 Podcast: The Biomechanical Importance of Bone Block Positioning in Glenoid Augmentation: Every Millimeter Matters 16:52

1M ago16:52

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In the presence of anterior glenoid bone loss (aGBL), options for bony glenoid augmentation include Latarjet procedures and free bone block transfers. Bone graft placement is challenging, and malposition causes complications, such as recurrent instability or osteoarthritis. In conclusion, in the presence of aGBL, flush bone block placement restores…

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127: AAOS Annual Meeting Updates: Return to Sport Following Arthroscopic Bankart Repair 9:44

1M ago9:44

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Our last poster is titled Outcomes and Return to Sport Following Arthroscopic Bankart Repair for Anterior Shoulder Instability in Contact versus Non-contact Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. We’ve spoken a lot about the surgical treatment for anterior shoulder instability on this podcast – most recently with Dr. Brian Lau. That is ep…

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Oblique Injuries in Baseball Players - #AMR360 16:16

1M ago16:16

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Oblique injuries are common in baseball players, and not so common in other sports. With baseball players training so much more in the offseason with high volume and max intent, it’s no wonder these injuries are rising. Here’s how we approach these injuries and how to progress them back to hitting. To see full show notes and more, head to: https://…

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Elevating the standard of care in knee repair 37:16

1M ago37:16

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Get expert perspectives on treating the entire knee from leading surgeons and the UFC Performance Institute’s Senior Director of Physical Therapy. With the aim of getting their patients back to their lives, the panel explains why they consider multiple aspects of knee preservation: ligament reconstruction (quad grafts, LET and multi-ligament), meni…

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Episode 296: Arthroscope-Assisted Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer Using Achilles Tendon Allograft for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Demonstrates Excellent Short-Term Outcomes in the Setting of Concomitant ... 29:16

1M ago29:16

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Drs Kaplan and Akpinar discuss Arthroscope-Assisted Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer Using Achilles Tendon Allograft for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Demonstrates Excellent Short-Term Outcomes in the Setting of Concomitant Subscapularis Repair.By AANA

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126: AAOS Annual Meeting Updates: Sleep & Orthopaedic Surgeons 10:19

1M ago10:19

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Our next poster is titled Sleep in Orthopaedic Surgeons: A Prospective Longitudinal Study of the Effect of Home Call on Orthopedic Attending and Resident Sleep. Recurrent episodes of partial sleep deprivation resulting from call schedules are commonly seen in physicians. This has been shown to cause decreased mental effectiveness while at work, whi…

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125: AAOS Annual Meeting Updates: Concussions, the NBA & Injury Risk 7:25

2M ago7:25

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Our next poster is titled Characterization of Concussions in the National Basketball Association and the 90-day Period Following Return to Play: Analysis of Musculoskeletal Injury Risk and Player Performance. This study was performed at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona and sought to determine the incidence of musculoskeletal injury in the immediate 90-da…

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Episode 295: Editorial Commentary: Testosterone, Growth Hormone, and Vitamin D Supplementation Is Not Routinely Indicated for Orthopaedic Surgery Patients 26:45

2M ago26:45

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Drs Arner and Dekker discuss Editorial Commentary: Testosterone, Growth Hormone, and Vitamin D Supplementation Is Not Routinely Indicated for Orthopaedic Surgery Patients.By AANA

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Restoring Range of Motion After Rotator Cuff Repair - #AMR359 14:21

2M ago14:21

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Restoring range of motion after a rotator cuff repair is one of the most important factors in long-term patient satisfaction. Internal rotation is especially important, as a loss of IR can really limit their functional movements. There are many variables to consider when rehabbing a rotator cuff repair patient. Several factors will alter our speed …

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170. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) injuries with Dr Lachlan Giles 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a popular grappling-based martial art that uses joint locks and chokes to subdue or submit opponents. It’s an intense, physically demanding sport with complex movements and submission techniques that involve a risk of injury, particularly to the knees, shoulders, elbows, neck, and lower back. It’s important for Physioth…

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Parsonage Turner Syndrome "Look-alikes" 19:04

2M ago19:04

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Send us a text Parsonage-Turner Syndrome can mimic several other shoulder conditions, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment if not properly identified and differentiated. • PTS typically presents with sudden onset of severe shoulder pain lasting 2-3 weeks, often triggered by viruses or vaccinations • Common symptoms include limited acti…

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Episode 294: Biceps Tenodesis and SLAP Repair Show Similar Outcomes in Overhead Throwing Athletes With Baseball Pitchers Exhibiting Worse Rates of Return to Sport: A Systematic Review 20:07

2M ago20:07

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Drs Slone and Verma discuss Biceps Tenodesis and SLAP Repair Show Similar Outcomes in Overhead Throwing Athletes With Baseball Pitchers Exhibiting Worse Rates of Return to Sport: A Systematic Review.By AANA

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124: AAOS Annual Meeting Updates: Patellofemoral Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation 8:50

2M ago8:50

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Our next AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting poster is titled Mid-term Follow-up of Patellofemoral Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation. This study was performed by Dr. Bill Bugbee and his team at the Scripps Clinic. Dr. Bugbee was a guest on our show back in November 2023. That is episode 59 and 60, if you want to go check it out. In that episode, we disc…

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Myelopathy in an Orthopedic Patient: Case Presentation | OEP376 12:06

2M ago12:06

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Send us a text -Today we’ll be discussing a recent patient of mine who presented with left LE paresthesia and difficulty walking. -I’ll review the evaluation and discuss the management process. (Video) Hyperthyroidism with myelopathy (Video) Cervical Myelopathy (Video) Transverse Myelitis Myelopathy playlist videos 💥LIVE Shoulder Course Info May 20…

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123: AAOS Annual Meeting Updates: Return to Performance Following UCL Surgery in MLB Pitchers 10:58

2M ago10:58

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We are kicking off a special series of episodes to recap the new research presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, our largest orthopaedic conference. This year, over 20,000 orthopedic professionals gathered at the AAOS meeting in San Diego to take part. The educational program was comprised of instructional course …

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169. Beyond stretching: How to create lasting flexibility. Physio Edge Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom 14:50

2M ago14:50

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Static stretching has long been used to improve flexibility, but research shows its effects are often short-lived. So how can you help patients achieve lasting improvements? In this episode, Tom Goom (Running Physio) explores exercises you can provide to patients to increase muscle fascicle length, improve flexibility, and reduce injury risk. You’l…

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Return to Running After ACL Surgery - #AMR358 20:08

2M ago20:08

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Rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction is a long, sequential process. We look for specific criteria before progressing our athletes back to running. Here are the criteria we look for and the progression we follow for plyometrics, running, sprinting, and agility work to help athletes get back to competition after ACL surgery. To see full show notes…

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Orthopedic Q&A: ACL Recovery, Hip Pain, and Foot Problems | OEP375 10:16

2M ago10:16

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Send us a text We tackle three common orthopedic questions submitted through YouTube, Facebook, and podcast emails. From diagnostic challenges to treatment options, these Q&As provide practical guidance for patients experiencing hip, foot, and knee conditions. • Young adults with hip pain that mimics arthritis might actually have labral tears or fe…

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Episode 293: Patients With a History of Lumbar Fusion Have a Greater Risk of Revision Arthroscopy and Conversion to Total Hip Arthroplasty After Primary Hip Arthroscopy 26:09

2M ago26:09

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Drs Tucker and Domb discuss Perioperative Testosterone Supplementation Improves Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgeries: A Systematic Review of Heterogeneous StudiesBy AANA

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122: Reboot: Andrea Spiker - Hip Preservation (Part II) 42:18

2M ago42:18

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Welcome back to The Sports Docs Podcast! In this episode, we’re going to continue our discussion with Dr. Andrea Spiker and focus on open surgical treatment for hip preservation, then wrap up with a discussion on post-op rehab and return to play. Our conversation picks back up with an article from the September 2017 issue of AJSM titled “Early Func…

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AJSM March 2025 Podcast: Successful Medial Meniscal Repair Reduces Knee Pain 10 Years After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Exploring the Consequences of Subsequent Surgery With Causal Mediation ... 13:26

2M ago13:26

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Medial meniscal repair performed at the time of primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) has been shown to be significantly associated with subsequent surgery, and subsequent surgery has been associated with increased Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) pain score and decreased patient satisfaction. In conclusion, su…

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Painless Rotator Cuff Tears: To Repair or Not to Repair? | OEP374 20:30

3M ago20:30

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Send us a text In today's episode I discuss... -Who is at highest risk of RCT’s -Clinical Exam vs MRI -Pain vs function -Advice we might give patients trying to decide if surgery is appropriate and so much more! 💥LIVE Shoulder Course Info May 2025 ✅Are you looking for One on one Coaching? We have it! ✅ Hop onto our email list? 👉👉 Click HERE Say "He…

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Episode 292: Anchor Arthropathy of the Shoulder Joint After Instability Repair: Outcomes Improve With Revision Surgery 25:31

3M ago25:31

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Drs Dekker and Arner discuss Anchor Arthropathy of the Shoulder Joint After Instability Repair: Outcomes Improve With Revision Surgery.By AANA

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121: Reboot: Andrea Spiker - Hip Preservation (Part I) 40:44

3M ago40:44

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On today’s episode we’re focusing on hip preservation with Dr. Andrea Spiker. We have some great articles for you that contribute well to our conversation on femoroacetabular impingement or “FAI”, hip dysplasia and the arthroscopic and open surgical treatments for these conditions. As always, links to all of the papers that we discuss on this show …

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AJSM March 2025 5-in-5 Podcast 5:49

3M ago5:49

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Five articles from the March 2025 issue summarized in five minutes, with the addition of a brief editorial commentary. The 5-in-5 feature is designed to give readers an overview of articles that may pique their interest and encourage more detailed reading. It may also be used by busy readers who would prefer a brief audio summary in order to select…

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Little League Elbow - #AMR357 20:19

3M ago20:19

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Little League Elbow is a common injury in youth baseball players. Little League Elbow is a growth plate injury typically seen in baseball pitchers around the age of 13. At this age, the bone is typically the weak link, not the ligament. This is why we see more bony growth plate injuries than Tommy John injuries in youth athletes. These often take l…

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Quadriceps and Patella Tendon Repair Progression (12 weeks and up) | OEP373 10:39

3M ago10:39

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Send us a text We explore the final stages of rehabilitation for quadriceps and patellar tendon repairs, focusing on the progression from 12 weeks post-operation to full functional recovery. This episode completes our four-part series on tendon repair rehabilitation with practical guidance for therapists and patients navigating the return to higher…

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Episode 291: Patients With a History of Lumbar Fusion Have a Greater Risk of Revision Arthroscopy and Conversion to Total Hip Arthroplasty After Primary Hip Arthroscopy 30:01

3M ago30:01

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Drs Kaplan and Ranawat discuss Patients With a History of Lumbar Fusion Have a Greater Risk of Revision Arthroscopy and Conversion to Total Hip Arthroplasty After Primary Hip Arthroscopy.By AANA

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120: Ask the Sports Docs: The Evidence for Common Nonsurgical Modalities in Sports Medicine 8:17

3M ago8:17

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We get lots of questions from our patients and our listeners each week, and they’re great questions, so rather than responding individually we thought we’d do these mini episodes where highlight some of the best questions and our responses. So, let’s get started! Today’s Ask The Sports Docs is going to focus on an area of sports medicine that we ge…

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Quadriceps and Patella Tendon Repair Progression (6-12 weeks) | OEP372 11:39

3M ago11:39

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Send us a text Discover the essential steps for recovering from quadriceps and patella tendon surgery within the pivotal 6 to 12-week mark. We focus on the importance of actively working towards range-of-motion improvement while engaging in tailored exercises to enhance strength and stability. • Discusses the importance of early rehabilitation step…

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Episode 290: Root Repair Has Superior Radiological and Clinical Outcomes Than Partial Meniscectomy and Non-Operative Treatment in The Management of Meniscus Root tears; A Systematic Review 21:11

3M ago21:11

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Drs Lau and Krych discuss Root Repair Has Superior Radiological and Clinical Outcomes Than Partial Meniscectomy and Non-Operative Treatment in The Management of Meniscus Root tears: A Systematic Review.By AANA

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119: Overtime – Team Physician Malpractice Liability 13:32

3M ago13:32

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On each of these mini episodes, we chat about a new article or new surgical technique in the field of sports medicine. We’ll give you our quick take on the most recent data and how this data will impact our practice. Today, we’re broaching a topic that we haven’t discussed before on this podcast. And that is the medico-legal side of sports medicine…

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Update on Sports PT Residencies - #AMR356 15:45

3M ago15:45

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Over the last decade, the amount of sports physical therapy residency programs has skyrocketed. There are so many great programs now. Our students ask us all the time if they should do a residency. Our answer is always, “It depends.” They aren’t for everyone. Here are our current thoughts on sports PT residencies, who should consider them, and who …

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Quadriceps and Patella Tendon Repair Progression (2-6 weeks) | OEP371 10:19

3M ago10:19

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Send us a text This episode focuses on the critical rehabilitation period for quadriceps and patellar tendon repairs from two to six weeks post-surgery. We explore individualized care strategies, precautions, and core exercises to optimize recovery. • Importance of individualized rehab strategies • Managing precautions during recovery • Techniques …

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Episode 289: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Graft Options 41:34

3M ago41:34

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Drs Tucker and Sgaglione discuss the infographic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Graft OptionsBy AANA

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118: Reboot: Dr. Brian Cole on Osteochondral Allograft Reconstruction: Impact of Research on Clinical Practice (LIVE at AOSSM 2024) 34:54

3M ago34:54

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It is a Reboot Special with one of our faves - Dr. Brian Cole! Today’s episode is going to focus on osteochondral allograft transplantation, and specifically how basic science research can and should impact your clinical practice. We are joined today by Dr. Brian Cole, a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surg…

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AJSM February 2025 Podcast: Association of Smokeless Tobacco Use With Perioperative Complications and Revision Surgery After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction 14:13

3M ago14:13

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Tobacco use is a known modifiable risk factor for postoperative complications and revision surgery after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Previous studies focus on tobacco as a broad categorization of traditional smoking, smokeless tobacco, and other forms of nicotine use. It is unclear if differences in the type of nicotine used l…

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AJSM February 2025 5-in-5 Podcast 5:41

3M ago5:41

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Five articles from the February 2025 issue summarized in five minutes, with the addition of a brief editorial commentary. The 5-in-5 feature is designed to give readers an overview of articles that may pique their interest and encourage more detailed reading. It may also be used by busy readers who would prefer a brief audio summary in order to sel…

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