#Osteochondritis #dissecans (#OCD) of the knee is diagnosed through exam & imaging. Patients often have pinpoint joint line or kneecap pain. X-rays and #MRI help detect lesions, loose fragments, cysts, and healing potential, especially in younger patients.

In this video, Dr LaPrade breaks down how to read an MRI of an osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesion: what to look for, how stability is assessed, and why early recognition matters for joint preservation. https://t.co/Vj8p2eipnH #medtwitter

Long-term outcomes of meniscus transplantation keep improving 📊European data: most grafts last 12–15 yrs ⏳Arthritis progression often slows for a decade+ 🔁If the graft wears out but cartilage is still healthy, a revision is possible https://t.co/gAANiTtrc7 #MeniscusTransplant

A lateral patellotibial ligament reconstruction can correct medial patellar instability after an over‑aggressive lateral release. Clinical exam + reverse McConnell taping help confirm the diagnosis. Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/LcMLuLom8P #kneepain #kneeinjury #sportsmedicine

PCL injuries usually come from high‑force trauma, like a bent knee hitting a dashboard, goalpost, or turf. These tears can destabilize the knee, making downhill motion or pivots tough. #PCL #sportsmedicine

What does a snapping #hamstring sound like? It can be a loud clunk on the inner knee or a softer snap on the outer side. Snapping usually occurs with deep knee flexion, but medial tendons can also catch in extension or even hyperextension. https://t.co/Ppte0Guw38 #kneepain

Side-to-side #KneeInstability happens when ligaments on the inside or outside are injured. The knee may feel unstable with walking or side-planting. Chronic pain can mimic instability due to arthritis. Learn more: https://t.co/qbmbwnCz8b #Orthopedics #KneePain #SportsMed

Don’t let the name fool you...#turftoe may be tiny, but it can take #NFL stars out of the game. #JoeBurrow and #BrockPurdy know how painful this small toe joint injury can be. Learn why it’s one of the most misunderstood injuries in sports. https://t.co/Cgu114hajm

A partial #meniscectomy is done arthroscopically using two small incisions. Surgeons remove only the torn portion of the meniscus, carefully “saucerizing” the tear, to prevent catching and pain while preserving as much shock-absorbing tissue as possible.

No…#MCL and medial #meniscus tears are not the same. The MCL is a ligament inside the knee that stops it from gapping. The medial meniscus is a cushion in the joint. Both can hurt at the joint line, but meniscus tears occur in ~10–15% of #MCL injuries.

What #ACLreconstruction is best for teens? #IOC: early surgery helps prevent #cartilage & #meniscus damage. If growth plates are open, surgeons avoid hardware across thema & hamstring grafts are common. Re-tear risk ~30%; functional testing is essential.

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A medial #meniscustear may require surgery if it causes pain during twisting, turning, pivoting, or squatting...or if it’s a complex tear that risks further damage. Repairs can help prevent future arthritis in younger patients with healthy cartilage.

#Discoid #Meniscus often degenerative → inside-out sutures give stronger fixation. After saucerization, watch for pain, swelling, or X-ray changes—early arthritis warning. Malalignment? An unloader brace may help. https://t.co/LPsLYSXHEo #KneeHealth #KneeCare

ACL reconstructions are common but patients still face a 3–5x higher risk of posttraumatic arthritis. Early rehab especially restoring quadriceps function can slow cartilage degeneration. Experiencing symptoms? Dr LaPrade offers virtual/in-office consults.

Cartilage damage can lead to pain, swelling, and stiffness in the knee. One solution is OATS (#osteochondral #autograft transfer), a procedure that takes healthy #cartilage & bone from a low-stress area of the knee and places it into the damaged area.

Dr. LaPrade explains how to read an MRI of a knee injury in the posterolateral corner (PLC), a key area that keeps your knee stable. It includes the fibular collateral ligament, popliteus tendon & popliteofibular ligament. Watch the video ➡️ https://t.co/2Dswt0FCew #medtwitter

After proximal tibiofibular joint reconstruction: • Non-weight bearing or toe-touch 6 wks • No deep squats/twisting 4 mos • Stationary bike at 6 wks • Return to full activity 4–6 mos Strength & stability first! https://t.co/8IfS5UMq4h #OrthoTwitter

NEW Dr LaPrade study! Build serious leg strength without heavy weights...thats blood flow restriction (BFR) training. His meta-analysis found 58% of studies reported greater strength gains w/BFR vs traditional training. Read the research ➡️ https://t.co/UNWee72K06 #MedTwitter