Most recent papers:

• Clinical and Radiologic Outcomes of the Bankart Repair Using Mason-Allen (BRUMA) Technique for Small Bony Bankart Lesions: An Objective, Performance Criteria-Referenced, Single-Surgeon Case Series.
  Hyung Seo Jung, Hong-Keun Park, Kyung-Soo Oh, Jin-Young Park.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 2 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:The optimal management of small bony Bankart lesions remains controversial. The Bankart repair using Mason-Allen (BRUMA) technique uses indirect fragment reduction through capsulolabral retensioning without direct fixation of the bony fragment....

  June 19, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442219   open full text
• Evaluating Return to Sport Outcomes: Arthroscopic Anatomic Glenoid Reconstruction vs. Bankart Repair.
  Reza Ojaghi, Noah Karabanow, Sarah Remedios, Ivan Wong.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 2 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior shoulder instability with glenoid bone loss (GBL) poses a clinical challenge, especially for athletes aiming to return to sports (RTS). While arthroscopic Bankart repair (ABR) has demonstrated varying strengths, arthroscopic anatomic ...

  June 19, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440934   open full text
• Impact of Diabetes Mellitus on Complications and Revision Risk After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
  Fardis Vosoughi, Ariyan Ayati Firoozabadi, Dina Seyedi, Alireza Hasanzadeh, Robert F. LaPrade, Iman Menbari Oskouie.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 3 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:As indications for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) expand to older and more metabolically comorbid patients, diabetes mellitus (DM) has emerged as a potential determinant of surgical outcomes. However, existing evidence remains ...

  June 18, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261449169   open full text
• Association Between Olympic Basketball Participation and Subsequent NBA Season Performance and Injury Incidence.
  Vineet Kumar, Luke Sang, Wyatt David, Nirav Pandya.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 3 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:While Olympic participation offers elite basketball players international competition, it occurs shortly after a demanding National Basketball Association (NBA) season, limiting recovery time. Condensed scheduling and cumulative physical stress ...

  June 18, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261449154   open full text
• Corrigendum to “Return to Sport Following Elbow Dislocation: A Systematic Review”.
  
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261460032   open full text
• Four-Strand Short Graft Failure Loads of Half–Peroneus Longus Tendon Grafts Compared With Full Semitendinosus Tendon Grafts.
  Christopher Kleimeyer, Jayden Tye, Cameron Brown, Daniel Carter, Esther Gambero-Barrero, David Fraser, Kelly Macgroarty.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Peroneus longus tendon (PLT) grafts are being more widely used in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery, and recent literature has started to evaluate use of the anterior half of the PLT. A biomechanical study was performed to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261450603   open full text
• Reverse Microfracture for Acetabular Wave Signs: Clinical and MRI Outcomes at Minimum 2-Year Follow-up.
  Leandro Calil De Lazari, Fabio Stucchi Devito, Renato Magalhães de Oliveira Filho, Lucas Radi Cruvinel, Isadora Amodio Calil De Lazari.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Acetabular wave signs represent a form of cartilage delamination and may progress to more extensive chondral damage in patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). The current lack of high-quality evidence supporting an optimal surgical ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261451267   open full text
• Don’t Blink: Using Pupillometry to Track Autonomic Dysfunction and Symptom Severity After Adolescent Concussion.
  Brooke Benjamin, Joshua Beitchman, C. Munro Cullum, Shane Miller, Matthew Stokes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Measuring the pupillary light response (PLR) with automated pupillometry (AP) may provide an objective biomarker that reflects underlying autonomic dysfunction (AD) following concussion. AP is quick and non-invasive, making it an ideal tool for ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00071   open full text
• The Interaction Between Concussion and Oral Contraceptive Use: Associations with Depressive Symptoms, Mobility Impairment, and Fatigue.
  Kelsie Richardson, David Howell, Katelyn Hurlburt, Sarah Petersen, Julie Wilson, Aubrey Armento.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Female athletes are more likely to suffer a concussion compared to their male counterparts.(1) Past work has suggested sex differences exist in various concussion outcomes, but findings remain variable.(2) Even less is known about the effect of ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00068   open full text
• Meniscus Root Stabilization In Pediatrics - Are In Vivo Placed Suture Anchors a Biomechanically Viable Construct in Root Repair?
  Bryan Khoo, Hubert Tuyishime, Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Iris Cong, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Paul Bergeron, Katelin Isakoff, Calvin Chan, Yi-Meng Yen, Matthew Schmitz, Marc Tompkins, Philip Wilson, Molly Meadows, Akbar Syed, Amishi Jobanputra, Brendon Mitchell, Charles Chan, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Meniscus root suture anchors are used for adult meniscus root fixation, due to improved biomechanical performance compared with suture/button fixation on the anterior tibia, but in smaller pediatric knees, arthroscopic suture anchor fixation ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00072   open full text
• Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis (LET) Anatomy in the Skeletally Immature – Can We Reconstruct the LET and Avoid Physeal Injury?
  Hubert Tuyishime, Bryan Khoo, Katelin Isakoff, Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Iris Cong, Paul Bergeron, Calvin Chan, Amishi Jobanputra, Stephanie Pearce, Yi-Meng Yen, Matthew Schmitz, Marc Tompkins, Philip Wilson, Molly Meadows, Charles Chan, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) is performed during ACL reconstruction to reduce graft failure and rotational laxity, particularly in pediatric patients with the highest risk of recurrent ACL tears. [1–3] Prior anatomic research in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00064   open full text
• Trouble Falling Asleep and Sleeping More After Pediatric Concussion is Associated with Prolonged Recovery.
  James Wilkes, Daniele Fedonni, Kristy Arbogast, Christina Master.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sleep disturbances after pediatric concussion predict delayed recovery and reduce post-injury quality of life. The goal of this study was to determine which specific patient-reported sleep disturbances best predict prolonged recovery.Hypothesis:...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00067   open full text
• Baseline Reaction Time and Subsequent Sport-Related Concussion Risk Among Female Youth Soccer Players.
  Katherine Smulligan, Landon Lempke, Rebekah Mannix, Kristin Whitney, Paul Berkner, Jessie Oldham, William Meehan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Slow reaction time is associated with sustaining sport-related musculoskeletal injuries.1,2 However, it is unknown whether slow reaction time may also identify individuals at risk of a sport-related concussion. Our purpose was to investigate ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00069   open full text
• Pediatric Achilles Tendon Ruptures in the United States: An Evaluation of National Practice Patterns, Management Trends, Complications, and 2-Year Failure Rates.
  Harmon Khela, Monty Khela, Margaret Bowen, Akbar Syed, Kathleen McGuire, J. Todd Lawrence, Alexandra Olson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Achilles tendon ruptures, though uncommon in the pediatric population, present significant clinical challenges due to the unique biomechanical and physiological characteristics of developing tissues. While adult management is well studied, the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00123   open full text
• Narrow Notch in Pediatric Females with an ACL Injury: Pediatric Notch Morphology Comparison Between Healthy Cadavers and Those with ACL Tears.
  Hayes Martin, Keinan Agonias, Amishi Jobanputra, Yi-Meng Yen, Dominic O’Dowd, Franck Accadbled, Soroush Baghdadi, Brendon Mitchell, Brendan Williams, Emily Niu, Charles Chan, Matthew Schmitz, Molly Meadows, R. Mistovich, Carla Bridges, Indranil Kushare, Eric Edmonds, Tyler Stavinoha, Stephanie Pearce, Akbar Syed, Scott McKay, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Notch morphology has been implicated as a risk factor for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears [1]. However, pediatric studies of these anatomic differences are limited. Therefore, we compared notch morphology between skeletally immature ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00058   open full text
• Post-Surgical Outcomes in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Undergoing Knee Arthroscopy.
  Artin Allahverdian, Kristen Combs, Jennifer Weiss, Selina Poon, Cynthia Nguyen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that causes bone fragility, ligamentous laxity, and joint hypermobility, resulting in musculoskeletal injuries and impaired function [1][2]. While recurrent fractures and lower extremity ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00126   open full text
• The Association of Grit, Athletic Identity, and Sport Specialization Among Injured and Uninjured Adolescent Athletes.
  Erin Hayden, Rachel Meyers, Sarah Petersen, Veronica Hogg-Cornejo, Aubrey Armento, David Howell, Gregory Walker.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Grit (perseverance for long-term goals despite obstacles1) has been associated with athletic success. Childhood sport participation may promote higher grit in adulthood2. Athletic identity also influences sport performance. Given the physical ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00056   open full text
• Knee Symmetry Does Not Reflect Strength Recovery after ACL Reconstruction in Female Adolescent Athletes.
  Taylor Carson, Karen Stoelben, Blake Miller, Allison Clouthier, Alicia Kerrigan, Daniel Benoit, Sasha Carsen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Adolescent female athletes have a high incidence of ACL injury and re-injury(1). Knee strength is commonly assessed using the limb symmetry index (LSI) as a part of return-to-activity (RTA) clearance after ACL reconstruction (ACLR)(2). However, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00053   open full text
• Characteristics of Ipsilateral and Contralateral Secondary ACL Injury: Implications for Returning to Sports and Prevention.
  Dai Sugimoto, Shimizu Chie, Masashi Kaneko, Tatsuhiro Kawashima, Yorikatsu Omi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Secondary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, additional ACL tear in either ipsilateral or contralateral knee following primary ACL injury, unfortunately occurs and has limited evidence in mechanism of injury (MOI) and timing of injury (...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00104   open full text
• Contralateral Lower Extremity Pain in Pediatric and Young Adult Sports Participants with Lower Extremity Amputation/Transverse Limb Deficiencies.
  Mary Dubon, Vincent S. Mosca, Maya Gopalan, Rebecca Siegel, Saurav Pandey, Sachin Pathangey, Corey Gill, Colleen Coulter, Jonathan Napolitano, Daryn Strub, Kirsten Tulchin-Francis, Phoebe Scott-Wyard, Jonathan Bean.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Contralateral lower extremity (LE) pain and osteoarthritis are common in adults with unilateral LE amputation, thought to be secondary to overuse. Contralateral LE pain in pediatric-onset LE amputation or transverse limb deficiency (“LE ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00055   open full text
• Femoral Origin Anatomy of the Pediatric ACL – Optimizing Graft Placement and Avoiding Physeal Injury.
  Iris Cong, Philip Wilson, Hubert Tuyishime, Bryan Khoo, Katelin Isakoff, Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Paul Bergeron, Calvin Chan, Yi-Meng Yen, Matthew Schmitz, Marc Tompkins, Amishi Jobanputra, Molly Meadows, Charles Chan, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric ACL tears are an increasingly common injury and many ultimately require surgical reconstruction. Numerous studies have identified ACL anatomic landmarks in adult knees to guide optimal graft placement and restore function. However, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00060   open full text
• Anatomic Risk Factors for Unilateral and Contralateral Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears.
  Akbar Syed, Casey Kuka, Brendon Mitchell, Morgan Swanson, Sulagna Sarkar, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Various studies have examined anatomic risk factors for Unilateral ACL tears (U-ACL). Only one study has focused on the notch width index (NWI) in patients with Contralateral ACL tears (C-ACL).Hypothesis:U-ACL and C-ACL will have common ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00059   open full text
• Characterizing Physical Therapy for Children and Adolescents Diagnosed with Concussion.
  Anne Lennon, Mariann Strenk.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Physical therapy (PT) is a readily utilized treatment for individuals presenting with dysfunction after concussion. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) developed evidence-based clinical practice guidelines (CPG) for physical ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00097   open full text
• Safely Getting Back to Recreational Play After a Pediatric Concussion: A Modified Delphi Consensus Statement.
  Lora Scott, James Wilkes, Karen Ballinger, Lindsey Calandra, Christina Master, Natalie Ronshaugen, Tracy Zaslow, Naomi Brown.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Approximately 60 million children ages 5-18 live in the US and Canada, and most participate in active free play outside of organized sports. The Zurich 2008 consensus statement established the first guidelines for sports return after concussion,...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00096   open full text
• The Effect of Concomitant Meniscus Injury on Jumping Characteristics in Female Adolescents After ACL Reconstruction.
  Karine Stoelben, Allison Clouthier, Alicia Kerrigan, Daniel Benoit, Sasha Carsen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Meniscal injury often presents either as part of initial ACL injury or emerges secondarily due to chronic ACL deficiency. Meniscal injuries can be painful, impair function, and lead to joint overload, degeneration, and even early knee ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00102   open full text
• Trends in Time to Return-To-Sport Clearance Following ACL Reconstruction From 2015 To 2023: An Arrow Study.
  Christopher Kuenze, Lauren Butler, Adam Weaver, Victor Prati, Edward Chang, Michelle Walaszek, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson, Aditi Desai, Sana Farrukh, , Sophia Butler.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Return-to-sport (RTS) decisions following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) are critical to optimize long-term health-related outcomes. Beginning in 2015-2016, clinical practice guidelines, consensus statements, and high-impact ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00103   open full text
• Consistency Is Key: Irregular Sleep Timing and Delayed Recovery Following Adolescent Concussion.
  Catherine Donahue, Matthew Wingerson, Joshua Kniss, Kelsie Richardson, Katelyn Hurlburt, Stacey Simon, Julie Wilson, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Following concussion, a series of neurometabolic changes occur that may disrupt sleep and delay recovery. Sleep health is a multidimensional concept characterized by duration, quality, and timing. Current concussion literature ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00094   open full text
• Unstable Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Femoral Trochlea Treated with Suture Bridge Fixation Have High Rates Of Osseous Union and Return to Sport in Pediatric Athletes.
  Keinan Agonias, Charles Wyatt, Benjamin Johnson, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Suture bridge fixation (SBF) has demonstrated excellent rates of osseous integration for osteochondral fractures and has been adapted for knee OCD lesions.1 The study purpose was to evaluate radiographic healing and patient reported outcomes (...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00111   open full text
• A Novel Approach to Segmental Meniscus Repair Improves Ultimate Strength and Resistance to Cyclic Fatigue.
  Brendon Mitchell, Kevin Xu, Abkar Syed, Hisham Omar, Kevin Landrum, Jacob Sommer, Michael Hast, Kevin Shea, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Segmental meniscus transplantation represents a new tissue-sparing repair option for patients with partial meniscal deficiency. Various surgical repair techniques exist in the current literature; however, little is known about the biomechanics ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00112   open full text
• ChatGPT, Deepseek and Google AI: Are They Acceptable Sources of Health Information for Patients with Patellofemoral Instability?
  Rajul Gupta, Esha Reddy, Shital Parikh MD.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) is common in the adolescent population. Patients and families increasingly use online sources to seek information about various health conditions, including PFI. The quality of online health information related ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00091   open full text
• Twists, Turns, and Tumbles: An Epidemiological Dive into Childhood and Adolescent Gymnastics Injury Trends from the PHIS Database.
  Casey Kuka, Kevin Landrum, Monika Thothadri, Divya Talwar, Brendon Mitchell, Joseph Yellin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Gymnastics is a popular and physically demanding sport among children and adolescents. Identifying recent trends in injury patterns may help inform injury prevention strategies and counsel patients on risks involved in gymnastics participation....

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00152   open full text
• Fracture Patterns in the Pediatric Humeral Medial Epicondyle: An MRI-Based Investigation.
  Akbar Syed, Richard Lee, Joseph Yellin, Apurva Shah, J. Todd Lawrence.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Most current classification systems and treatment algorithms for medial epicondyle (ME) fractures assume that both the medial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and flexor pronator mass (FPM) are attached to the ME fragment and thus that the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00151   open full text
• Evaluation and Treatment of Myositis Ossificans in Adolescent Athletes.
  Emma Cavendish, Megan Anderson, Mark Gebhardt, Benton Heyworth.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sports-related injuries are common in adolescents, including muscular lesions. Myositis ossificans (MO) is an uncommon, but significant, sequela of muscle injury that is often misdiagnosed. A benign, localized, and self-limiting soft tissue ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00159   open full text
• Patterns in Patient-Reported Outcome Scores Between Pediatric And Adolescent Athletes Participating in Individual vs Team Sports Undergoing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Caroline Kim, Morgan Swanson, Divya Talwar, Brendan Williams, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patient-athletes visiting the orthopaedic clinic are differentially affected by psychological factors including emotional support and depression. Previous studies have reported that compared to pediatric and adolescent athletes who participate ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00145   open full text
• A Safe Tool for a Challenging Problem: Outcomes Using Cryopreserved Viable Chondrocyte Osteochondral Allograft for Patellar Chondral Defects in Adolescents.
  Brendon Mitchell, Stone Streeter, Casey Kuka, Margaret Bowen, Akbar Syed, Brendan Williams, Theodore Ganley, J. Todd Lawrence.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The management of full-thickness cartilage lesions within the patellofemoral joint presents unique challenges for the treating surgeon. The use of a cryopreserved viable chondrocyte osteochondral allograft (OCA) has become popular in the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00089   open full text
• Age and Sex-Based Differences in Confidence, Emotion and Risk Appraisal after ACL Reconstruction in Pediatric and Adolescent Athletes.
  Matthew Milewski, Emma Gossman, Subrina Farah, Dai Sugimoto, Mininder Kocher, Dennis Kramer, Yi-Meng Yen, Melissa Christino.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological readiness after ACL reconstruction (ACLR) in young athletes has been shown to affect return to sports, knee function, and patient-reported outcomes, and has been associated with age and sex differences in young patients. Further ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00139   open full text
• The Influence of Coronal Strike Stance Angle on Kicking Mechanics in Adolescent Female Soccer Players.
  Ava Davis, Ashley Erdman, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are one of the leading injuries for soccer players, especially for female athletes [1]. Prior research has investigated risk factors associated with the swing limb during a soccer kick [2]. However, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00128   open full text
• Differences in Overhead Throwing in Youth Softball Players Based on Age.
  Jonathan Santana, Abigail Padilla, Shawn Roberts, Tishya Wren.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Softball is played by over 2 million people in the United States, including 340,000 high school athletes. Injury rates in fastpitch softball exceed those in baseball, but there is a dearth of research on biomechanics in softball, specifically ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00084   open full text
• Adolescent Isokinetic Strength Recovery Following Reconstructive Knee Surgery: A Propensity-Matched Analysis.
  Ryan Turlip, Caroline Kim, Monika Thothadri, Kevin Landrum, Elliot Greenberg, J. Todd Lawrence, Theodore Ganley, Brendan Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture are two of the most common knee injuries in adolescents requiring surgical intervention. Within PFI, the trajectory of postoperative quadriceps and hamstring strength ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00132   open full text
• The Burden of Arthrofibrosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Outcomes in Young Patients Undergoing ACL Reconstruction.
  Adam Nasreddine, Chilan Leite, Subrina Farah, Emma Gossman, Gergo Merkely, Benton Heyworth, Mininder Kocher.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Arthrofibrosis, a debilitating complication of ACL reconstruction (ACLR), involves excessive joint scar tissue causing pain, stiffness, and restricted motion. This significantly impacts young athletes' mobility and quality of life.Despite its ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00143   open full text
• Gettin' in the Groove: Characterizing the Trochleoplasty Learning Curve in Adolescent Patients with Patellofemoral Instability.
  Theodore Ganley, Caroline Kim, Ryan Turlip, Brendan Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Trochlear dysplasia is common in patients with patellofemoral instability (PFI) and a strong risk factor for recurrence. While trochleoplasty addresses severe dysplasia, concerns about complications have limited its adoption in young patients. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00135   open full text
• Smartphone-Assessed Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters Differ Between Adolescents with and without Concussion.
  Joshua Kniss, David Howell, Mathew Wingerson, Katherine Smulligan, Kelsie Richardson, Katelyn Hurlburt, Vipul Lugade, Julie Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Following concussion, individuals often adopt a conservative gait pattern, characterized by slower, more cautious movements. However, standard clinical concussion assessments do not detect subtle gait alterations. Although quantitative gait ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00083   open full text
• Radiologic Patterns of Foot-Ankle Injuries in Pediatric Ballet Dancers.
  Theodore Ganley, Julian Forero, Dennis Caine, Naomi Brown, Grace Ganley, Samuel Hailu, Jie Nguyen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Ballet is a theatrical pursuit known for its high training volume and relatively young starting age of participants. The ankle-foot of the young ballet dancer is most injured, with both acute and chronic mechanisms contributing to injury. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00188   open full text
• Anatomy And Biomechanics of the Medial Patellotibial Ligament (MPTL): Can MPTL Reconstruction Avoid Physeal Injury?
  Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Katelin Isakoff, Bryan Khoo, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Hubert Tuyishime, Paul Bergeron, Iris Cong, Calvin Chan, Amishi Jobanputra, Akbar Syed, Brendon Mitchell, Marc Tompkins, Yi-Meng Yen, Molly Meadows, Charles Chan, Matthew Schmitz, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Although the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) has traditionally received the most attention as the primary patella stabilizer, other structures such as the medial patellotibial ligament (MPTL) contribute to patellar control, especially at ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00075   open full text
• Predictors of Sport Participation after Concussion Symptom Resolution.
  Meghan Whalen, Mathew Wingerson, Shannon Nagle, Kelsie Richardson, Katelyn Hurlburt, Julie Wilson, William Meehan, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:For an adolescent athlete, complete recovery from a concussion can include successful reintegration into sport. The timing of return to sport participation in the months following symptom resolution is unknown, as are differences in clinical, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00187   open full text
• Tumbling Athletes Sustain Highest Rate of Bilateral Elbow Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions and May Benefit from Screening.
  Brendon Mitchell, Kevin Landrum, Gavin Rallis, Stone Streeter, Casey Kuka, Rashika Pasula, Akbar Syed, Joseph Yellin, Apurva Shah, Theodore Ganley, J. Todd Lawrence.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions commonly present at the capitellum, particularly among athletes who participate in overhead sports or impact load through their upper extremity. However, bilateral elbow OCD lesions are rare and can ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00215   open full text
• Decrease in Short-Term Pain and Narcotic Use with Additional Geniculate Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Adolescent ACL Reconstruction.
  Nicole Newman-Hung, Serhat Suzer, Gabrielle Noullet, Esther Chung, Alexander Rueda, Soroush Baghdadi, Richard Bowen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:There is limited literature examining the effect on postoperative pain of peripheral nerve blocks in adolescent ACL reconstruction (ACLR) patients (1). Previous studies in adults show ultrasound-guided geniculate nerve blocks may decrease knee ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00245   open full text
• A Pediatric Knee Injury Score Can Predict Need for Surgery.
  Emma Raffman, Michael Sohn, Michael Navarro, Cassandra Dumelle, Neeraj Patel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Children and adolescents who sustain acute knee injuries (AKIs) often present to non-orthopaedists for initial assessment. Due to variation in knowledge and familiarity with AKIs, surgical diagnoses may be missed or delayed. Delays to surgery ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00214   open full text
• The Young Dancer’s Dilemma: A National Epidemiologic Analysis on Pediatric Dance Injury Patterns Presenting to Emergency Departments Stratified by Age and Sex.
  Katherine Koch, Phil Lee, Cameron Nishida, Sonya Levine, Kyle Obana, Jennifer King, Jennifer Weiss.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Dance plays a significant but under appreciated impact on society. Approximately 10,400,000 children participate in some form of dance each year, resulting in about 25,000 dance related injuries presenting to the ED yearly. This study aims to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00213   open full text
• Does Generalized Joint Hypermobility Influence the Outcomes of Hip Arthroscopy in Female Adolescents with Femoroacetabular Impingement: A Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study.
  Jeffrey Nepple, Songyuan Gu, Vivek Shah, Caroline Drain, Zachary Robben, Robert Westermann, Andrea Spiker, Matthew Schmitz, Yi-Meng Yen, , John Clohisy.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Hip instability is increasingly recognized in pre-arthritic hip disease, especially among adolescent females. Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH), commonly defined as a Beighton score ≥5, may contribute to pre-arthritic hip instability, pain ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00246   open full text
• Adolescent Patients Who Suffer a Single Patellar Dislocation Without Recurrence – Are They Doing as well as Those Who Had Surgery? Data From the Jupiter Cohort.
  Obianuju Obioha, Robert Magnussen, Philip Wilson, Eric Wall, Daniel Green, Natalie Pahapill, Honor Paine, Audrey Wimberly, Matthew Veerkamp, , Beth Shubin Stein, Shital Parikh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Non-operative management remains the standard of care for first-time patellofemoral dislocations without associated osteochondral injuries. While substantial research has identified predictors of recurrence and need for surgery, limited data ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00247   open full text
• ACL Reconstruction Using Hamstring Autograft in Adolescent Patients is Associated with Low Rates of Arthrofibrosis with or without Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis.
  Christopher DeFrancesco, Emma Cavendish, Mininder Kocher.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Lateral extra-articular procedures (LEAPs) – such as the modified Lemaire lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) – can reduce the risk of graft failure after ACL reconstruction in adolescents. Because of this, the LET and similar procedures ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00252   open full text
• Genome-Wide Association Study of African and European Populations with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury.
  Casey Kuka, Matt Titus, Monika Thothadri, Divya Talwar, Kevin Landrum, Hui-Qi Qu, Margaret Harr, Brendon Mitchell, Joseph Yellin, Syreeta Morgan, Hakon Hakonarson, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are one of the most common pediatric knee injuries requiring surgery. Evolutionary genetic signatures in human populations enable the genome-wide association study (GWAS) approach to identify ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00208   open full text
• Medial Quadriceps Tendon Femoral Ligament Reconstruction: Adolescent Outcomes.
  Jade Harris, Michael Saper, Xing Wang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Recurrent lateral patellar instability is common in adolescent patients, often requiring surgical intervention. Medial quadriceps tendon femoral ligament reconstruction (MQTFLR) has emerged as an alternative to medial patellofemoral ligament ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00250   open full text
• Validation of an Advanced Practice Physiotherapy (APP) Care Model for Knee Pathologies in a Pediatric Sports Medicine Setting.
  Philippe Thomassin, Lily Huynh, Nathalie Jourdain, Marie-Lyne Nault.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Musculoskeletal knee disorders are a common reason for pediatric consultations, yet many primary care providers lack confidence in managing these conditions, often leading to over-referral to orthopedic surgeons and longer wait times. Advanced ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00249   open full text
• Retrospective Review of Opioid Prescribing Practices for Common Pediatric Sports Medicine Knee Surgeries across a Pediatric Orthopedic Health System.
  Nicole Friel, Sean Waldron, Viviana Ruiz Barros, Callum Rowe, Jyoti Arora, Daphne Lew, Neha Patel, Lloyd Halpern, Sundeep Tumber, De-An Zhang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Opioids are commonly prescribed after pediatric orthopedic surgeries. In the United States, wide variations in opioid-prescribing practices exist, even for similar procedures within the same institution. Following many of these procedures, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00212   open full text
• Transphyseal Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients Results in High Return to Sport Rates and Improved Patient-Reported Outcomes at Long-Term Follow-Up: A Systematic Review.
  Daniel Touhey, Siddhant Bhat, Robert Brophy, Matthew Matava, Matthew Smith, Derrick Knapik.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in skeletally immature patients presents a clinical dilemma concerning transphyseal versus physeal-sparing reconstruction. While evidence supports transphyseal ACLR, long-term (≥10 years) ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00255   open full text
• Epidemiology of Pediatric Lower Extremity Injuries in the Five Most Popular U.S. Sports: A 10-Year Analysis of National Injury Data (2015–2024).
  Laurel Wong, Yazan Alasadi, Charu Jain, Sheena Ranade.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sports injuries are a leading cause of pediatric emergency department (ED) visits in the U.S., accounting for approximately 23% of all injury-related visits and 41% of musculoskeletal-related visits. Football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00211   open full text
• Specific Markers of Knee Morphology are Associated with Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Medial Femoral Condyle in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients: A Matched Case-Control Study.
  Mitchell Mologna, Andrew Kuhn, Jeffrey Nepple.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Etiologies of knee osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) remain to be further elucidated. Past literature has suggested that specific knee morphologies may be associated with OCD of the medial femoral condyle (MFC), however parameters have not been ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00200   open full text
• Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Technique of Meniscus Reconstruction and Repair for Treatment of Lateral Discoid Meniscus Presenting with Severe Posterolateral Degenerative Tearing and Meniscal Deficiency.
  Stephen Michaels, Grace Gesmondi, Dennis Kramer, Mininder Kocher, Benton Heyworth.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:A rare pattern associated with discoid lateral meniscus (DLM) is severe, degenerative tearing of posterolateral tissue, which may be mistaken on MRI for a bucket-handle lateral meniscus tear, rather than mildly anteriorly displaced complete ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00258   open full text
• Six-Month SIRSI Scores and One-Year Return to Sport After Shoulder Stabilization in Adolescent Athletes.
  Caroline Pavlenco, Bilal Khilfeh, Xing Wang, Michael Saper.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological readiness is increasingly recognized as a determinant of successful return to sport (RTS) after shoulder stabilization surgery. The Shoulder Instability-Return to Sport after Injury (SIRSI) score is a validated tool to assess ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00222   open full text
• Flipping Out: Upper Extremity Biomechanics of a Back Handspring.
  Elspeth Hart, Dai Sugimoto, Matthew Rauseo.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:A back handspring (BHS) is a fundamental gymnastics skill in which the upper extremities (UE) are used as a weight-bearing surface to propel the gymnast flipping backwards and landing in a standing position. Gymnasts experience forces of up to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00218   open full text
• One Up, One Down: Analyzing Preference of Cryotherapy Tube Placement Following Knee Surgery in Children and Adolescents.
  Ryan Quinn, Christopher Baker, Sallie Canumay, John Schlechter.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Cryotherapy is used ubiquitously in the postoperative period following orthopedic procedures. Continuous cryotherapy units have made this efficient and convenient. The recommended orientation of tubing from knee cuffs varies across several ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00261   open full text
• Biomechanical Evaluation of Lateral Compartment Pressures in Modified Macintosh Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Preliminary Report.
  Joshua Bram, Tyler Mange, David Shamritsky, Lexie Bae, Carl Imhauser, Peter Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:In skeletally immature patients, the modified MacIntosh anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR)—a combined intra- and extra-articular procedure utilizing iliotibial band autograft—is often utilized to minimize risk of physeal ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00254   open full text
• What Treatment Do Parents Really Want for First-Time Adolescent Patellar Dislocations?
  Sylvia Culpepper, Ravi Rajendra, Dominic Gargiulo, R. Clement.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Traditionally, nonoperative care has been the standard treatment for adolescents with first-time patellar dislocations (1). However, some recent literature has suggested advantages of early operative stabilization (2,3). Deciding between these ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00244   open full text
• Trend of Increased Operative Treatment of Clavicle Fractures in Adolescents Despite Lack of Evidence in the Literature.
  Pooya Hosseinzadeh, David Momtaz, Jad Lawand, Rohit Siddabattula, Kaveh Momenzadeh, Javad Shariati.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric clavicle fractures are among the most common fractures in this age group. Current research supports the efficacy of nonoperative treatment for these injuries in pediatric patients. Despite this, former studies have noted a rising ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00205   open full text
• First Rib Fractures in Adolescent Athletes: An Epidemiologic Review.
  Halle Walls, Cassidy Shields, Matthew Ellington, Eric Edmonds.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:First rib fractures are an infrequently encountered injury, especially in the young athlete. Incidence and natural history of those with first rib fractures sustained during sport is poorly elucidated in the literature, contributing to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00204   open full text
• A 25-Year Descriptive Analysis of Middle School Cross-Country Running-Related Injuries.
  Mitchell Rauh, Zoe Stull, Adam Tenforde, Rick Akau.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Few studies have described running-related injury (RRI) in middle school cross-country runners.Hypothesis:The purpose of this longitudinal study was to determine the incidence of RRI by athletic exposure (AE) among middle school cross-country ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00207   open full text
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Injury Risk after Second Reconstruction Surgery in Adolescents.
  Anagh Astavans, Jay Lee.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are a common knee injury in younger populations, that can re-occur following ACL reconstruction (ACLR). Approximately 10-16% of children with a primary ACLR require revision, but the portion of pediatric ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00240   open full text
• Sacral Stress Injuries in Adolescent Athletes.
  Marissa McCay, Shannon Nagle, Danielle Hunt, Subrina Farah, Dai Sugimoto, Stacey Schley, Cynthia Stein.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sacral stress injuries are a relatively uncommon cause of low back, hip, or buttock pain in athletes, and are likely underdiagnosed. Currently, there is a lack of robust literature describing which athletes are at greatest risk, how many of ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00206   open full text
• Operative versus Non-Operative Treatment of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Injuries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials with Trial Sequential Analysis.
  Shiv Patel, Omkar Anaspure, Anthony Baumann, Troy Manz, R. Mistovich.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) serves as a major stabilizer in the knee, providing restraint against lateral patellar translation. The optimal approach for managing patients with first-time MPFL injuries remains uncertain, as the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00241   open full text
• Popliteus Insufficiency Syndrome: A Novel Diagnosis of Knee External Rotational Laxity in Pediatric Athletes.
  Justin Kung, Trey Caudle, Jeffrey Guy.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The popliteus tendon helps provide dynamic external rotation stability to the posterolateral corner of the knee joint. Popliteus Insufficiency Syndrome (PIS) is a novel diagnosis characterized by symptomatic external rotation instability of the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00237   open full text
• Apophysitis to Avulsion: An Undesired Knee Injury Evolution.
  Edward Re, Sulagna Sarkar, Christina Master, Noa Pecarsky, Kaitlyn O’Malley, James Wilkes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Apophysitis of the knee is common in adolescent patients aged 10-15 with a prevalence of 11% in males and 8% in females. Osgood-Schlatter Disease (OSD) and Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Syndrome (SLJS) are types of apophysitis at the tibial tubercle ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00236   open full text
• Isokinetic Strength Measurementes of Lower Limbs in Youth Professional Soccer Players: Comparison by Age Group in a Mexican League U17 Team.
  Jose Angel Garza, Tomas Martinez Cervantes, Alan Garcia Andrade.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Youth soccer is the foundation for detecting talent and producing professional players. Soccer academies submit players to high level training and competition. Physical maturity plays a major role in the development of athletes. It is of utmost ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00235   open full text
• Predictors and Outcomes of Stiffness Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Quadriceps Autograft in Children and Adolescents.
  Samantha Watson, Michelle Nutescu, Neeraj Patel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft has become increasingly popular for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Post-operative stiffness can impact outcomes and require reoperation. Data on stiffness after QT ACLR in children and ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00238   open full text
• Females Meet Return to Sport Criteria at Lower Rates Than Males 9 Months After ACL Reconstruction.
  Samantha Collins, Mia Caminita, Kevin McGuiness, Samantha Allen, Bashir Lamptey, Chelsey Bowman, Emily Niu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Recovery from anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), common in adolescent athletes, requires restoration of knee strength, stability, and range of motion prior to return-to-sport (RTS) clearance. RTS protocols incorporate strength ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00106   open full text
• Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Matrix-Induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation in Pediatric Patients with Knee Osteochondral Defects.
  Matthew Frederickson, Lydia McKeithan, Nicholas Stamatos, Michelle Scott, Christopher Fernainy, Brian Haus, Nicole Friel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Cartilage defects are a common source of knee pain in pediatric patients and treatment options range from conservative management to surgical interventions such as fixation, microfracture, osteochondral transplantation, and autologous ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00108   open full text
• Recovery and Return to Sport in Pediatric Osteochondral Defects of the Knee: Evaluating the Influence of Lesion Size.
  Edmund Corcoran, Zachariah Samuel, Ashley Force, Edina Gjonbalaj, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Eric Fornari, Mauricio Drummond.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondral defects (OCDe) of the knee in pediatric patients can significantly impact long-term joint function. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of lesion size on patient characteristics, treatment decisions, and outcomes.Hypothesis:We ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00110   open full text
• Adolescent Strength and Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Bridge Enhanced Anterior Cruciate Ligament Repair: A Descriptive Study.
  Adam Weaver, Dylan Roman, Nicholas Giampetruzzi, Donna Pacicca, Matthew Brown, Allison Crepeau.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Bridge-enhanced anterior cruciate ligament repair (BEAR) was developed to assist in the healing of ACL tears using a bovine collagen implant, and has grown in popularity due to preservation of ACL anatomy and promising results at two year ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00232   open full text
• Association Between Knee and Hip Strength Ratios and the Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test in Youth Athletes Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Katie Sloma, Ashley Erdman, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis, Sophia Ulman, Alp Sahin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The Lower-Quarter Y-Balance Test (LQ-YBT) is used to evaluate dynamic stability after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) [1,2]. However, limited evidence exists indicating whether LQ-YBT is associated with hip and knee isokinetic ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00230   open full text
• Raising Awareness: Addressing Knee and ACL Injury Risks in the Growing Sport of Female Flag Football.
  Rajvarun Grewal, Matthew Schmitz, Eric Edmonds, James Bomar, Andrew Pennock.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The rapid growth of girls’ flag football, officially recognized by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) in 2023, has led to increased knee injuries, particularly anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. This study evaluates knee ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00167   open full text
• Defining Novel Thresholds for Clinically Meaningful Outcomes for Pediatric Knee Injuries.
  Amith Umesh, Joshua Bram, Patrick Nian, Ruth Jones, Shae Simpson, Daniel Green, Peter Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Minimal clinically important differences (MCID) have been established for adult questionnaires administered following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR), but MCID remains ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00171   open full text
• The Impact of Mechanism of Injury on Presenting Characteristics in the Adolescent with ACL Rupture.
  Brendon Mitchell, Stone Streeter, Kevin Landrum, Kevin Xu, Devin Genderson, Akbar Syed, J. Todd Lawrence, Brendan Williams, Theodore Ganley, Christopher DeFrancesco.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Prior research has shown distinct bone edema patterns on knee MRI after contact and non-contact ACL ruptures, suggesting that injury pathomechanics differ between these two injury mechanisms. However, it is unclear whether there are ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00224   open full text
• Between Barre and Barbell: Understanding Resistance Training Behaviors Among Dancers.
  Lauren Butler, Ashley Erdman, Danielle Farzanegan, Kelly O’Shaughnessy, Lily McCrossin, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Increased levels of physical fitness in dance have been linked to improved performance and reduced injury risk. Resistance training is recommended for dancers; however, perceptions of resistance training vary in the dance community.Hypothesis:...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00168   open full text
• Shoulder Internal and External Rotation Strength in Healthy Youth Athletes: A Comparison of Hand-Held Testing Positions versus Gold Standard Biodex Testing.
  Katie Sloma, John Arvesen, Ashley Erdman, Alex Loewen, Josh Riesenberg, Ava Davis, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Objective assessment of strength is essential for recovery monitoring and clinical decision-making. However, assessment methods vary greatly among clinicians, particularly in the upper extremity [1]. Hand-held dynamometry (HHD) of the shoulder ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00231   open full text
• Association Between Change in BMI and Patient-Reported Outcomes after ACL Reconstruction.
  Lauren Butler, Alexa Martinez, Margaret Wright, Dylan Roman, Christopher Kuenze, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) leads to an abrupt cessation of physical activity due to post-operative restrictions and stepwise rehabilitation progressions. Persistent reductions in physical activity following ACLR may ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00223   open full text
• Standard Versus Arm-Length-Normalized Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability (CKCUEST) Test Positions in Healthy Youth Athletes.
  Katie Sloma, John Arvesen, Ashley Erdman, Alex Loewen, Josh Riesenberg, Ava Davis, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Factors like younger age, bone loss, and higher activity level place athletes at high risk for shoulder instability [1]. Following a shoulder stabilization procedure, dynamic tests like the Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00227   open full text
• Musculoskeletal Injuries in Pediatric Female Figure Skaters: Does Injury Pattern Differ by Age?
  Dai Sugimoto, Julie Han, Alex Finn, Andrea Stracciolini, Agnieszka Kowalczyk.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Figure skating is a demanding sport that requires athletic and artistic abilities. Injury patterns for pediatric female figure skaters (FFSs) are not well understood (References 1, 2, 3) The purpose of our study was to investigate pediatric FFS ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00166   open full text
• Comparison of Adult Versus Pediatric Performance on a Standardized Return to Sport Assessment after ACL Reconstruction: A Retrospective Cohort Analysis.
  Ali Etemad-Rezaie, Shayaan Rasheed, Tyler Bolley, Jess Kellum, Bradley Richey, John Grant, Eileen Crawford.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Return-to-sport assessments (RTSA) are widely used to evaluate functional readiness after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), but current criteria are largely based on adult populations. Pediatric patients may differ in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00228   open full text
• Stick to the Rules? Contact and Injury in Non-Contact Ringette.
  Muhammed Hussain, Caroline Hicks-Casey, Jeffrey Brooks, Taffin Evans, Brian Roy, Katie Dalziel, Amanda Black.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Ringette is a fast-paced, non-contact ice sport played predominantly by females across Canada. While it shares similarities with ice hockey, ringette enforces strict non-contact rules. Despite this, ringette athletes may face significant injury ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00165   open full text
• Development Of a Patellofemoral Instability Compendium for Assessment and Treatment (PFI-CAT): A Multisite Chart Audit.
  Bendan Williams, Halle Walls, John Schlechter, Lauren Redler, Matthew Ellington, Eileen Crawford, Hayley Ditmars, Caroline Kim.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) is a prevalent knee condition, especially in younger, active individuals. There is a multitude of risk factors that contribute to recurrent instability; however, a consensus of which factors are essential to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00170   open full text
• The Task Dependent Effect of Sex on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Recovery.
  Kathryn Southall, Kevin Cross, Casey Moler, Michelle Walaszek, Christopher Kuenze.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Following an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), 32% of pediatric athletes have a secondary injury. Adolescent males and females experience different recovery trajectories and rates of reinjury. Lower extremity strength and ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00229   open full text
• Exceeding Expectations: Greater Limb Symmetry in Skeletally Immature Post-ACLR Athletes Compared to Healthy Peers.
  Elliot Greenberg, Julie Dyke, Anne Leung, J. Todd Lawrence, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Single leg hop tests (SLHTs) after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) are the most widely utilized criteria to inform return to sports readiness. A limb symmetry index (LSI) of >90% is typically considered adequate performance. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00233   open full text
• Characteristics of Concussion in Those Living with a Bleeding Disorder.
  Brian Vernau, Christina Master, Daniele Fedonni, James Wilkes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Concussion is a growing area of concern, with 3.9% of all children having been diagnosed with concussion. As much as 1% of the population is affected by a bleeding disorder. While there has been extensive research on intracranial hemorrhage in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00185   open full text
• Acoustic Startle Reflex and Subsequent Musculoskeletal Injury in Adolescent Athletes with a Concussion History: A Pilot Study.
  Jessie Oldham, Daniel Bradford, Freya Whittaker, Shannon Nagle, Rebekah Mannix, William Meehan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Adolescent athletes have an elevated risk of post-concussion musculoskeletal injury, but the mechanistic underpinnings of this relationship remain unknown. The acoustic startle reflex (ASR) is a brainstem-mediated reflex that may be an ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00184   open full text
• No Difference in Short-Term Failure Risk of Patellar Tendon Autograft and Large Hamstring Tendon Autograft in Teenage Patients Undergoing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Zeid Habbab, Lauren Han, Sanam Jhaveri, Jimmy Le, Kyle Huntley, Robert Magnussen, Tyler Barker, David Flanigan, Nicholas Apseloff, Christopher Kaeding, Parker Cavendish, Eric Milliron.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior Cruciate Ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a common orthopedic procedure, yet consensus is lacking on optimal autograft choice. Two common autografts are bone-patellar-bone (BTB) and hamstring tendon (HT). Literature suggests HT ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00079   open full text
• Pandora’s Box of Pediatric Sports Medicine: Assessing ChatGPT Responses to Patient-Centered Questions in Pediatric Sports Medicine.
  Martha Kebeh, Kevin Landrum, Brendon Mitchell, Akbar Syed, Joseph Yellin, Brendan Williams, Kathleen Maguire, J. Todd Lawrence, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The ubiquitous use of the internet to investigate health concerns and the popularity of Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT), the fastest-growing consumer app in history, make it a likely source of information for patients. ChatGPT ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00174   open full text
• The Early Bird’s Risk: Youth Early Para Sport Specialization (YEPSS) and Its Impact on Injury Patterns.
  Stephanie Tow, David Bell, Shana Harrington.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Limited literature exists evaluating early sports specialization impact among youth para sport athletes. This population faces unique barriers/facilitators influencing the age of sports participation initiation and sport selection. Early sports ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00163   open full text
• Can Psychological Readiness Predict Functional Readiness after ACL Reconstruction in Young Athletes?
  Matthew Milewski, Emma Gossman, Subrina Farah, Dai Sugimoto, Mininder Kocher, Dennis Kramer, Lyle Micheli, Yi-Meng Yen, Melissa Christino.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological readiness after ACL reconstruction (ACLR) in young athletes has been shown to affect return to sports (RTS), knee function and patient-reported outcomes and has been shown to differ by age and sex in young patients. While the ACL ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00226   open full text
• The Chinese Version of the Special Surgery Paediatric Functional Activity Brief Scale (HSS PEDI-FABS): A Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation Study.
  Chih-Kai Hong, Jou-Hua Wang, Ru-Ting Tsai, Chien-An Shih.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The Hospital for Special Surgery Pediatric Functional Activity Brief Scale (HSS Pedi-FABS) is a user-friendly tool for assessing physical activity levels in children and adolescents. As sports-related activities become increasingly popular in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00172   open full text
• The Multi-Level Axial Patellofemoral Score (MAPS) to Stratify Trochlea Dysplasia Severity.
  Mauricio Drummond, Jason Brenner, Steven Henick, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Edina Gjonbalaj, Eric Fornari, Jacob Schulz, Benjamin Levy.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Trochlear dysplasia (TD) is an important risk factor for patellar dislocation (PD). While several MRI measurements have been described to assess TD, stratifying its severity is less understood. Most techniques for assessing TD utilize ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00196   open full text
• Is There an Association Between Abnormal Patellofemoral Morphology and Patellofemoral Osteochondritis Dissecans in Pediatric Patients?
  Casey Kuka, Akbar Syed, Brendon Mitchell, Kevin Landrum, Sulagna Sarkar, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The etiology of patellofemoral osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is unclear. Biomechanical factors, such as abnormal patellofemoral morphology seen in patients with patellofemoral instability (PFI), may contribute to the development of ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00195   open full text
• Quantifying Risk Factors for Osteochondritis Dissecans in a Pediatric Population: A 21 Million Patient Retrospective Cohort Study.
  Joseph Magoline, Daniel Wagner, David Kaelber, R. Mistovich.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a condition characterized by focal subchondral bone avascular necrosis, resulting in potential articular cartilage disruption1. While mechanical trauma (commonly associated with certain sports) is regularly ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00216   open full text
• MRI Predictors of Osteochondral Injury in Adolescents with Patellar Dislocation: Role of Trochlear Dysplasia and Recurrent Instability.
  Mauricio Drummond, Faizan Khalid, Jason Brenner, Steven Henick, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Benjamin Levy, Eric Fornari.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondral injury (OCI) is a known sequela of patellar dislocation (PD), particularly in adolescent patients. Prior studies have identified patella alta and trochlear dysplasia (TD) as potential risk factors for OCI. However, the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00197   open full text
• Adequate Residual Meniscal Width Of 10mm During Surgery is Preferable for Meniscus Surgery of Discoid Lateral Meniscus Patients.
  Yusuke Hashimoto, Yohel Nishida, Shinya Yamasaki, Tomohiro Tomihara, Hidetomi Terai.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The ideal width of the residual rim after saucerization is unknown for discoid lateral meniscus patients (1).Objectives:Native meniscal width remaining during surgery is a necessary and sufficient condition for discoid lateral meniscus ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00259   open full text
• Using Musculoskeletal Simulation to Guide Training and Volume Recommendations in Running.
  Susan Basile.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:There is currently no definitive guidance as to how much volume is appropriate for younger distance runners, and whether too much too soon can produce negative long-term outcomes. To investigate effects of fatigue on young female muscle ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00220   open full text
• Modeling Neuromuscular Recovery after ACL Reconstruction In Adolescents Using the Kinetic Asymmetry Index.
  Eric Dugan, Katelyn Campbell MS, Sierra Hastings.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Return-to-sport decisions following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in adolescents are often based on time since surgery or gross symmetry metrics, which may overlook residual neuromuscular deficits. The Kinetic Asymmetry Index (...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00219   open full text
• Impact of ACL Reconstruction on Short-Term Three-Dimensional Kinematic Gait in Pediatric Patients.
  Sepehr Mehrpouyan, Anton Manitiu, David Mazy, Marie-Lyn Nault.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in pediatric patients is performed to restore knee stability and enable return to sport. However, up to 50% of patients may develop post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) within 12–14 years despite ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00221   open full text
• Greater Medial Meniscal Extrusion in the Involved Limb is Not Reflected in Vertical Ground Reaction Force Asymmetries after ACL Reconstruction.
  Corey Grozier, Natalie Blake, Faith Persyn, Matthew Harkey.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Medial meniscal extrusion (MME) is a potential risk factor for early osteoarthritis (OA) following ACL reconstruction (ACLR), as it may reflect impaired meniscal function and altered joint loading. These deficits are particularly relevant ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00192   open full text
• Morphological Analysis of the Discoid Lateral Meniscus Before and After Surgery Using MRI.
  Masakazu Ishikawa, Shunya Tsuji, Akinori Nekomoto, Masaki Mori, Naoto Date, Ryuichi Isozaki, Kairi Matsuoka, Nobuo Adachi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Previous studies have shown that the anterior-posterior diameter of the lateral meniscus, measured on sagittal MRI images, is significantly smaller in patients with discoid lateral meniscus (DLM) compared to those with a normal lateral ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00199   open full text
• The Incidence of the Lateral Femoral Notch Sign in Teenagers with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries.
  Jimmy Le, Sanam Jhaveri, Zeid Habbab, Kyle Huntley, Robert Magnussen, Christopher Kaeding, Nicholas Apseloff, David Flanigan, Tyler Barker, Parker Cavendish.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The Lateral Femoral Notch Sign (LFNS) is a depression on the lateral femoral condyle that can occur during an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). This impaction injury can be visualized on radiographs and MRI of the affected knee ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00193   open full text
• The Short-Term Psychological Impact of Knee Osteochondritis Dissecans on Adolescent Athletes.
  Matthew Milewski, Henry Ellis, Emma Gossman, Danielle Cook, Bayley Potter, Philip Wilson, Emily Stapleton, Benton Heyworth, Melissa Christino.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee is a challenging condition for adolescent athletes, often requiring surgery or months of non-surgical treatment, with unpredictable healing rates and timing for return to sport.Hypothesis:The ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00177   open full text
• Differences in Graft Rupture and Subsequent Meniscus Tears Following Adolescent ACL Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Tendon Versus Hamstrings Autograft: A Retrospective Study with Minimum 2-Year Follow-Up.
  Morgan Swanson, Christopher DeFrancesco, Kevin Landrum, David Kell, Richa Gandhi, Sulagna Sarkar, Theodore Ganley, Kathleen Maguire.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft is associated with lower rates of graft rupture among adolescents, with favorable functional outcomes compared to hamstring (HS) autograft. While prior ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00078   open full text
• The Interaction Between Biological Sex and Early Physical Activity on Post-Concussion Outcomes.
  Livia Wunderlich, Mathew Wingerson, Joshua Kniss, Kelsie Richardson, Katelyn Hurlburt, Julie Wilson, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Physical activity (PA) is an effective method to improve post-concussion outcomes.1 Many factors, including biological sex, may affect concussion recovery.2 While many studies prioritize equal representation of males and females, they fail to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00179   open full text
• Fracture of the Humeral Medial Epicondyle in Children and Adolescents: Injury Mechanism Differs by Fracture Pattern.
  Akbar Syed, Richard Lee, Margaret Bowen, Joseph Yellin, Apurva Shah, J. Todd Lawrence.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Five distinct fracture patterns have been recently described for the combined or isolated action of the attachments of the medial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and flexor pronator mass (FPM) on the medial elbow (Figure 1). This study seeks to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00189   open full text
• Is Psychological Readiness to Return to Sport Associated with Post-Concussion Exercise or Subsequent Injury?
  Kelsie Richardson, Katelyn Hurlburt, Mathew Wingerson, Joshua Kniss, Catherine Donahue, Julie Wilson, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological readiness to return to sports (RTS) may influence post-concussion recovery behaviors and subsequent injury outcomes.(1) Psychological readiness refers to an athlete’s mental and emotional preparedness – i.e., confidence – to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00178   open full text
• Evaluating Motivators for Organized Sport Participation among High School Female Athletes.
  Rachel Meyers, Veronica Hogg-Cornejo, Sarah Petersen, Catherine Donohue, Emily Sweeney, Aubrey Armento, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Female adolescents participate in sports at a lower frequency than male adolescents and drop out at twice the rate. The purpose of this study was to describe the factors (intrinsic vs. extrinsic) that motivate sport participation among ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00164   open full text
• Predictors of Patient-Reported Outcomes in ACL Reconstruction: An Evaluation of Promis Scores after Primary and Repeat ACL Reconstruction.
  Kevin Landrum, Sulagna Sarkar, Morgan Swanson, Brendon Mitchell, Joseph Yellin, Theodore Ganley.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological factors including fear of re-injury and post-injury depression have been linked to worse outcomes following ACL reconstruction (ACLR).Hypothesis:We hypothesized that the psychological burden of repeat ACL tear negatively impacts ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00225   open full text
• Is There a Twist? Differences In Recurrence of Lateral Ankle Sprains Among Pediatric and Adolescent Patients Treated Surgically Versus Conservatively for Anterior Talofibular Ligament Injuries?
  Julianna Bailey, Morgan Swanson, Michelle Kwon, Monika Thothadri, Thomas Swaffield, Kathleen Maguire.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Children experience the highest incidence of ankle sprains, most affecting the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) and calcaneofibular ligament (CFL). Acute ankle sprains are associated with an increased risk of recurrence. Research has shown ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00162   open full text
• Sport-Related Injuries Among Female Adolescent Athletes: The Role of Low Energy Availability Risk.
  Katherine Smulligan, Madison Brna, Veronica Hogg-Cornejo, Sarah Petersen, Emily Sweeney, Rachel Meyers, David Howell, Aubrey Armento.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Low energy availability (LEA), a state that arises with inadequate energy intake to support exercise energy expenditure and normal physiological functioning, can have negative consequences on health and athletic performance, including sport-...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00169   open full text
• Novel Path Score Predicts Treatment with Periacetabular Osteotomy versus Isolated Hip Arthroscopy for Patients with Borderline Hip Dysplasia at a Specialty Hip Center.
  Christopher DeFrancesco, Tara Kirchman, Kristie VosWinkel, Eduardo Novais, Travis Matheney, Young-Jo Kim, Yi-Meng Yen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:This study was performed to review treatments for adolescents and young adults with borderline hip dysplasia (BHD) at a multidisciplinary hip center and synthesize a decision-making aid for the surgeon considering periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00256   open full text
• Get in Line! Diagnostic Accuracy and Outcomes of Pediatric Posterior Sternoclavicular Joint Dislocations.
  Sean Owens, Matthew Grady.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sternoclavicular (SC) joint dislocations are rare and may occur anteriorly or posteriorly. Posterior dislocations, while less common, can be dangerous due to the proximity of vital structures such as the esophagus, trachea, and neurovascular ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00191   open full text
• Integrated Gaussian Curvature with Semi-Automated Segmentations Reveals Novel Three-Dimensional Dysplastic Changes of the Trochlear and Patellar Surface in Pediatric Patellofemoral Instability.
  Amith Umesh, Kameel Khabaz, Tyler Mange, Marco Crippa, Shae Simpson, Joseph Pugar, Luka Pocivavsek, Daniel Green.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patients with patellofemoral instability (PFI) have marked patellofemoral dysplasia, with severity often dictating surgical management. Typically, trochlear dysplasia is characterized in the two-dimensional (2D) plane using the Dejour ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00198   open full text
• A Radiographic Predictive Model for Distinguishing Mobile Trap Door vs Locked Door Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions of the Knee.
  Matthew Milewski, Patricia Miller, Emma Gossman, Marc Tompkins, , Gregory Myer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Decision making amongst surgical treatment options for osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee depends on many factors, including lesion mobility/type. The ROCK Arthroscopy Classification of OCD lesions was created to help define lesion ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00194   open full text
• Autograft versus Allograft Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction for Patellofemoral Instability in Adolescents: Data from the Jupiter Cohort.
  Lasun Oladeji, Honor Paine, Natalie Pahapill, Matthew Veerkamp, Daniel Green, Eric Wall, Philip Wilson, , Beth Shubin Stein, Shital Parikh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellar instability accounts for approximately 3% of knee injuries. Medial patellofemoral (MPFL) reconstruction, performed with either autograft or allograft tissue, is an important part of the treatment algorithm for patellar instability. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00257   open full text
• The Prevalence of Isthmic Spondylolysis in Young Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
  Mark Riederer, William Hollabaugh, Suraj Achar, Andrew Gregory, James MacDonald, Mark MacEachern, Kevin McHorse, Alexander Pomerantz, Mitchell Selhorst, Katherine Rizzone, Emily Sweeney, Masaru Teramoto.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sport-related, isthmic spondylolysis is a common cause of low back pain in adolescent athletes (1). While previous studies have reported prevalence rates, there is limited evidence of the factors that contribute to its occurrence. The Spine/...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00217   open full text
• Impact of Obesity on Outcomes Following MPFL Reconstruction for Patellofemoral Instability in Adolescents: Data from the JUPITER Cohort.
  Lasun Oladeji, Seth Sherman, Natalie Pahapill, Honor Paine, Francesca Docters, Matthew Veerkamp, Daniel Green, Eric Wall, Philip Wilson, , Beth Shubin Stein, Shital Parikh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Obesity is a growing public health epidemic. As such, an increasing number of obese adolescents are presenting with patellar instability. Current standard of care treatment for first time dislocations, in the absence of a loose body or ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00262   open full text
• Early Outcomes of a Modified Basket-Weave Alllograft MPFL/MQTFL Reconstruction.
  Brendan Williams, Kathleen Harwood, Caroline Kim.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Numerous medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR) techniques exist for patients with patellofemoral instability (PFI). Iatrogenic patella fracture from tunnel drilling remains a rare, but serious, complication from standard ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00260   open full text
• A “Morel” Dilemma: Treatment Progression of Pediatric Morel-Lavallee Lesions with Interdisciplinary Clinical Management.
  Sean Owens, Sean Schoeman, Kelly McNult, Seth Vatsky, Shaun Mendenhall, Naomi Brown.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Morel-Lavallée lesions (MLLs) are degloving injuries from traumatic shearing forces. Multiple pathways exist for treating MLLs, including surgery, percutaneous aspiration, sclerodesis, and conservative methods. These lesions present differently ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00242   open full text
• Concentrated Bone Marrow Aspirate with Extracellular Matrix Grafting for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients.
  Joshua Bram, Ruth Jones, Samuel Beber, David Cho, Mark Drakos, Peter Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Treatment of osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) can be challenging due to difficult access/visualization and limited healing capacity. While outcomes after concentrated bone marrow aspirate with extracellular matrix (ECM-BMAC) have been ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00251   open full text
• Upper-Extremity Fracture Profiles in Youth Collision vs. Non-Collision Sports: National Trends and Triage Outcomes from 2015–2024.
  Austin Gerwig, Daryn Strub, Laura Bates, Matthew Beran, Kirsten Tulchin-Francis.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Upper extremity fractures are common orthopedic injuries observed in children who participate in sport. These injuries can increase risks of growth irregularities, early onset osteoarthritis, and functional limitations, posing challenges for ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00210   open full text
• Outcomes Following Titanium Headless Screw Fixation versus Loose Body Removal for Osteochondral Fractures Associated with Patellar Instability.
  Lauren Swany, Carol Janney, Eileen Crawford.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellar dislocations are a common adolescent injury with high incidence of osteochondral injury involving the patellofemoral joint with severity ranging from minor chondral injury to large osteochondral fracture (OCF). If not appropriately ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00253   open full text
• Outcomes of Operative Treatment of Refractory Patellar Tendinitis in Adolescent and Young Adult Athletes.
  Christopher DeFrancesco, Emma Cavendish, Grace Gesmondi, Mininder Kocher, Dennis Kramer, Benton Heyworth.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Non-operative treatment is the standard of care for patellar tendinitis (PaT), with focal surgical debridement of the affected tissue and tendon repair considered only for refractory cases. While favorable outcomes have been shown for this ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00243   open full text
• Clinical Outcomes And Return-to-Sport Rates in Adolescents With TT-TG ≥20MM Treated with MPFL Reconstruction with or Without TTO.
  Lucas De Virgilio, Matthew Milewski, Emma Gossman, Subrina Farah, Kaellan Foudray, Mininder Kocher, Dennis Kramer, Yi-Meng Yen, Benton Heyworth.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR) has become a standard treatment for patellofemoral instability (PFI). Tibial tubercle osteotomy (TTO) is often considered in skeletally mature patients with abnormally high tibial tuberosity–...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00248   open full text
• National Patterns of Pediatric Shoulder Injuries Across Youth Sports: A Decade of Neiss Surveillance and Implications for Prevention.
  Daryn Strub, Laura Bates, Austin Gerwig, Matthew Beran, Kirsten Tulchin-Francis.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric shoulder injuries, while less frequently discussed than lower extremity injuries, represent a significant burden in youth sports medicine. These injuries can impact skeletal development, lead to chronic instability, and disrupt ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00209   open full text
• Scaling The Data: Trends in Childhood and Adolescent Rock Climbing Injuries from the PHIS Database.
  Casey Kuka, Matt Titus, Monika Thothadri, Divya Talwar, Kevin Landrum, Brendon Mitchell, Joseph Yellin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Participation in rock climbing, both recreationally and competitively, has increased in recent years, especially since the addition of rock climbing to the 2020 Olympic games. Epidemiologic studies have characterized the common injury patterns ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00203   open full text
• Early ACL Graft Failure in Children and Adolescents Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Keinan Agonias, Audrey Stone, Bobby Van Pelt, Ryan Koehler, Brian Piazza, Peter Fabricant, Theodore Ganley, Matthew Schmitz, Michael Saper, Emily Niu, Daniel Green, Allison Crepeau, Kevin Shea, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis,.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) rehabilitation routinely requires a minimum of 9-12 months before returning to sports [1]. There is limited literature regarding early (pre-clearance) graft failures in this population. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00239   open full text
• Does Psychological Readiness Predict Successful Return to Sports after Patellar Stabilizing Surgery in Adolescent Patients?
  Caroline Kim, Ryan Turlip, Monika Thothadri, Lauren Redler, Elliot Greenberg, Brendan Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Fear of reinjury is commonly cited by patients with patellofemoral instability (PFI) as a barrier to returning to sports. While many metrics are used to subjectively assess a patient’s knee function after PFI surgery, psychological readiness is ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00234   open full text
• Beyond the Pool: Learning to Swim, Socioeconomic Status, and Mental Health Among Adolescents.
  Sarah Petersen, Veronica Hogg-Cornejo, Kelsie Richardson, Aubrey Armento, Kristina Wilson, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Swim training programs promote positive mental health such as improved mood and self- efficacy. Sociodemographic factors can support or hinder accessibility to swimming facilities and aquatic education programs. Furthermore, drowning is the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00173   open full text
• Caution: Radiographic Patella Alta Does Not Represent True Patello-Trochlear Relationship.
  Brendan Williams, Shital Parikh, Rajul Gupta, Matthew Veerkamp, Megan Kuba, Elise Bixby, Eileen Crawford, Stephanie Logterman, John Schlechter, Lauren Redler, Sean Waldron,.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patella alta is a significant risk factor for patellofemoral instability (PFI). Correction of patella alta by distalization procedure is frequently recommended for PFI, so that the patella can engage into the trochlea during early flexion. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00088   open full text
• Co-Occuring Mental Health Diagnosis in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Patents: Retrospective Cohort Study.
  Elaine Gilbert, Elizabeth Koval, Robert Tysklind, Aaron Watters, Ann Lagges, William Bennett.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:We have limited understanding of the connections between pediatric orthopedics and sports medicine and mental health. While orthopedic disorders and injuries can cause mood disturbance, trauma-related symptoms, anxiety, and diminished quality ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00087   open full text
• Food in Surgical Out-Patients at a Paediatric Hospital: Does It Promote a Healthy Balanced Diet?
  Dominic O’Dowd, Kai Sampson, Zoe Burton.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Childhood obesity has become a growing UK and first world problem. Obesity is reaching epidemic levels, particularly in some lower socio-economic populations and ethnic minority groups where it is over 30%. The cause is multifactorial but is ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00120   open full text
• Head Impact Exposure Across Levels of Play in American Football: A Systematic Review of Accelerometer Data.
  Guneet Bindra, Christopher Lane, Jean Shanaa, Shaheryar Asad, Cesar Borlongan, Julian Bailes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:With growing concern about long-term effects of head injuries from contact sports, understanding differences in impact frequency and magnitude across age groups is critical. Youth athletes may face heightened risks due to developmental factors, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00066   open full text
• A Comparative Study of Injury and Illness Incidence Between Pediatric Olympic and Paralympic Athletes During the Paris 2024 Games.
  Lauren Antonio, Ashley Triplett, James Doorley, Jeffrey Shilt, Eric Dugan, Amber Donaldson, Jonathan Finnoff, Eric Post.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Elite pediatric athletes face unique physiological and developmental challenges that influence their risk of injury and illness. Specifically, pediatric Paralympic athletes encounter additional barriers due to underlying impairments and, in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00074   open full text
• Two-Year Complication Rates for Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Multi-Center Study.
  Antonia Dinulescu, Keinan Agonias, Bobby Van Pelt, Theodore Ganley, Matthew Schmitz, Michael Saper, Emily Niu, Curtis VandenBerg, Daniel Green, Kevin Shea, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis,.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is one of the most common orthopedic knee procedures performed with literature shifting in favor of early ACLR for skeletally immature patients.1,2 Although physeal-sparing techniques limit risk ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00063   open full text
• Exploring Sex Based Differences in Pediatric Concussion Symptom Burden: Insights from the Clinical Profile Screening Tool.
  Luke Muratalla Maes, Joseph Marshall, Mo Mortazavi, Brett Dusenberry, Leslie Streeter, Jaden Bailey, James Dill, Anthony Gross, Leah Gawin, Aakansha Kanyal.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The Clinical Profile Screening (CP Screen) Tool is a validated tool that assesses the symptom burden of concussion patients. The scores from this tool aid clinicians in determining specificity and severity of symptoms experienced by patients. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00070   open full text
• Head-To-Head: Sex Differences in Collegiate Wrestling Head Impact Exposure.
  Jeffrey Brooks, Daniel Anzovino, Princess Ulona, Vansh Patel, Muhammed Hussain, Shawn Beaudette, Ryan Schroeder, Amanda Black.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Wrestling is a popular combative sport with relatively high injury rates to the head and neck(1). While concussion rates have been studied in male wrestlers(2), head acceleration data have only been reported in males(3) and females(4) ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00073   open full text
• Force Plate Sway Velocity Differentiates Acute and Chronic Pediatric Concussion Recovery.
  Ajuni Choudhary, Joseph Marshall, Brett Dusenberry, Luke Maes, Amal Anilkumar, Leslie Streeter, Jaden Bailey, James Dill, Anthony Gross, Leila Samsam, Leah Gawin, Mo Mortazavi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Force plate sway velocities are a tool utilized to evaluate vestibular function and track recovery following concussion. Sway velocities can be quantified through force plate (FP) testing, which provides objective insight into postural ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00065   open full text
• Calculated Clinical Incidence of Sport-Related Concussion in Rural Communities with Barriers to Health Care.
  Jessica Wallace, Zachary Kerr, Alyssa Hawkins, Abigail Bretzin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Previous research has noted barriers to recognizing sport-related concussions (SRC) among rural populations and secondary schools without access to an athletic trainer (AT). These populations have lower emergency care utilization for ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00052   open full text
• A Description of Injuries Sustained in Interscholastic Girls Flag Football.
  Timothy McGuine, Samuel Mosiman, Patrick Scerpella, Alison Brooks, David Bell, Haley Smith.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The interscholastic sport of Girls Flag Football (GFF) has grown significantly in recent years. Despite its rising popularity, there is limited data regarding the distribution, onset, and mechanism of injuries sustained by GFF players over the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00117   open full text
• An Extra-Osseous Femoral and Trans-Physeal Tibial Iliotibial Band Graft Anterior Cruciate/Lateral Tenodesis Reconstruction (Hybrid ITB ACLR) Provides Excellent Outcomes in Pediatric Patients.
  Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson, Zachary Quanbeck, Charles Wyatt, Antonia Dinulescu, Benjamin Johnson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The goal of skeletally immature ACL reconstruction is to restore function while minimizing graft failure and growth alteration. The reported high graft failure risk in pediatric patients merits consideration for concurrent lateral tenodesis. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00061   open full text
• The Relationship Between Body Image and Athletic Identity in Dancers.
  Ashley Erdman, Lauren Butler, Danielle Farzanegan, Kelly O’Shaughnessy, Lily McCrossin, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Athletic identity is the degree to which an athlete’s self-identity is tied to their role as an athlete [1]. Higher levels have been shown to protect against burnout but can lead to greater mental health concerns following injury [2]. Dance is ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00057   open full text
• A Novel Technique for Adolescent ACL Revision Reconstruction Using It Band Augmentation: A Multicenter Case Series.
  Cassidy Shields, James Bomar, Matthew Ellington, Andrew Pennock.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Many pediatric orthopaedic surgeons are comfortable performing a primary extra-articular intra-articular anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with an iliotibial (IT) band autograft. Modifications of this technique can be utilized to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00062   open full text
• Risk Factors for Osgood Schlatter Disease in Youth Soccer Players Analysis From an Ongoing Screening Program in Japan.
  Tatsuo Fukuoka, Fumiya Ikubo, Kentaro Ono, Yoshihiko Saito, Yoshihiko Saito, Konosuke Yamaguchi, Tomohiko Hirose, Masakazu Ishikawa.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osgood-Schlatter Disease (OSD) is a common overuse injury observed in adolescent athletes, particularly soccer players who are exposed to repetitive, high-impact loading during their growth spurt.(1) Understanding the risk factors contributing ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00122   open full text
• Infection Risk Following Orthopaedic Sports Knee Surgery is Greater in Pediatric Patients with Allergic Disease History.
  Anagh Astavans, Kyung Park, Sudarsan Murali, Jay Lee.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The incidences of both anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and meniscus surgery among the pediatric population have risen by several fold in the last few decades, warranting the identification of potential risk factors that may ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00125   open full text
• Measuring the Connection Between Subjective Social Status and Domains of Adolescent Athlete Well-Being.
  Jessica Wallace, Taia MacEachern, Trevor McGeehan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Socioeconomic position is a social determinant of health that has been largely quantified across the spectrum of sports medicine research using objective proxies such as insurance status, zip code, or maternal education. However, objective ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00118   open full text
• Institutional Determinants of Time to Athletic Trainer Evaluation in High School Sports.
  Madison Renner, Avinash Chandran, Christy Collins, Eric Post, Timothy McGuine, Susan Andreae, Emily Srygler, David Bell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Delays in receiving timely medical care following an injury can result in adverse health outcomes. Previous research found that school socioeconomic status (SES), geographic location, and school type are associated with general athletic trainer ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00119   open full text
• Anxiety Ratings, Depressive Symptoms, and Athletic Identity: Longitudinal Comparisons on Team and Individual Sport Adolescent Athletes.
  Rachel Meyers, Madison Brna, Veronica Hogg-Cornejo, Sarah Petersen, Gregory Walker, Aubrey Armento, David Howell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The prevalence of mental health symptoms among adolescents and adolescent athletes has risen considerably over the past several years. It is necessary to understand how mental health (anxiety and depressive symptoms) may differ between ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00054   open full text
• High Return to Sport Rate of Pediatric Athletes After Hip Arthroscopy with Concomitant Periacetabular Osteotomy.
  Alfred Mansour, Emily Gardner, Alexis Aboulafia.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Studies have shown that athletes can return to sport (RTS) after periacetabular osteotomy (PAO). However, the rate and postoperative level of athletic competition is highly variable. There are few studies evaluating RTS after PAO in the ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00121   open full text
• Trends in the Surgical Management Of Pediatric Patellofemoral Instability in the United States: A Retrospective Analysis From 2010 to 2022.
  Harmon Khela, Monty Khela, Akbar Syed, Brendon Mitchell, J. Todd Lawrence, Brendan Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) is a significant cause of knee dysfunction in children and adolescents, often requiring surgery when conservative treatment fails. Literature suggests that surgical approaches for PFI in this population have ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00093   open full text
• Burnout and Injury History in Adolescent Athletes: Insights From the Athlete Burnout Questionnaire.
  Madison Brenner, David Bell, Michael Keefe, Madison Renner, Emily Srygler, Timothy McGuine, Stephanie Kliethermes, Stephanie Adler, Evan Nelson, Kevin Biese.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Athlete burnout, often driven by high training loads and performance pressures, is linked to negative health outcomes such as depressed mood and increased stress. The Athlete Burnout Questionnaire (ABQ) measures burnout across three domains ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00116   open full text
• The Impact of Femoral Version on the Outcomes of Hip Arthroscopic Surgery For Femoroacetabular Impingement in Adolescents: Results of a Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study.
  Jeffrey Nepple, Songyuan Gu, Vivek Shah, Caroline Drain, Zachary Robben, Robert Westermann, Andrea Spiker, Matthew Schmitz, Yi-Meng Yen, , John Clohisy.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Femoral version’s role in the adolescent pre-arthritic hip pain remains increasingly recognized, including in femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). Increased or decreased femoral version may play a role in hip biomechanics contributing to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00124   open full text
• Determining the Optimal Suture Construct for Pediatric Posterior Meniscus Root Tear Repair: Mason-Allen vs. Luggage Tag.
  Paul Bergeron, Bryan Khoo, Katelin Isakoff, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Calvin Chan, Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Hubert Tuyishime, Iris Cong, Amishi Jobanputra, Molly Meadows, Philip Wilson, Matthew Schmitz, Charles Chan, Henry Ellis, Yi-Meng Yen, Marc Tompkins, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Prior biomechanical research has shown that pediatric meniscal tissue responds differently to repair techniques compared to adult tissue. While the Mason-Allen (MA) suture pattern demonstrated slightly superior biomechanical performance ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00109   open full text
• Hard Knock Life: Head Injuries in Youth Mountain Bikers.
  Jennifer Horton, Masaru Teramoto, Aaron Provance.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Mountain biking (MTB) is a high-risk sport regardless of age. Across all ages, upper extremity and shoulder-girdle injuries predominate,2,13 but various studies looking at competitive adolescent mountain bikers have found that “head/brain” were ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00095   open full text
• Pediatric Concussion Recovery Time Varies by Sport-Related Activity and Gender.
  Becket Wren, Tishya Wren, Jonathan Santana, Anita Hamilton.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:An estimated 3.8 million sport and recreation-related concussions occur annually across the US, with recent research linking mild traumatic brain injuries to long-term attention deficits, verbal IQ reductions, and executive functioning ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00098   open full text
• Evaluating the Clinical Utility of the Omen Sign in Pediatric Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) Of the Knee.
  Lauren Reese, Bobby Van Pelt, Bayley Potter, Divya Talwar, David Kell, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee is a disorder of the subchondral bone and overlying cartilage that commonly affects children and adolescents. If not properly managed, OCD can lead to mechanical symptoms, pain, and early-onset ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00113   open full text
• Sleep and Mental Health Screening in Canadian Student-Athletes: Prevalence and Implications for Care.
  Amanda Black, Jeffrey Brooks, Charlene Austin, Sophia Kandiotis, Caroline Hicks-Casey, Princess Ulona, Brian Roy, Jonathan Charest, Carla Edwards, Nicole Chimera, Glen Bergeron.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Holistic student-athlete care, including sleep and mental health assessments, is recommended but sometimes overlooked due to time, resource constraints, and liability concerns. Sleep is important for health, yet student-athletes balancing ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00114   open full text
• Longitudinal Changes in Functional Reaction Time in Adolescent Athletes Post-Concussion.
  Shannon Nagle, William Meehan, Rebekah Mannix, Jessie Oldham, Landon Lempke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Reaction time is a common clinical measure for assessing patients with concussion, but common approaches have limited functional applicability (i.e., sport-related with cognitive-motor integration). Previous studies have recently developed a ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00099   open full text
• Objective Assessment of the Pupillary Light Reflex After Sport-Related Concussion: A Systematic Review of Quantitative Pupillometry Findings.
  William Long, Shervin Eskandari, Dev Shah, Scott Rahimi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sport-related concussions (SRCs) are a common concern among young athletes due to their frequency and potential for long-term consequences. Diagnosis of SRC is challenging and is often based on subjective factors and sideline assessment tools, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00100   open full text
• Not All Strength Tests Are Equal: Quadriceps Strength Differs with Isokinetic Versus Isometric Testing in Adolescents Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - A Retrospective Cohort Study.
  Matthew Senese, Theodore Ganley, Elliot Greenberg.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Quadriceps strength is one of the most widely utilized criteria to evaluate recovery and determine a patient’s readiness for activity progression following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R). Research has shown a wide variation ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00101   open full text
• Progressing with Bias? Examining Variability in Physical Therapist Exercise Prescription During Adolescent ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation.
  Joseph Janosky, Lauren Butler, Ashley Erdman, Sophia Ulman, Alexa Martinez, Matthew Bailey, Elliot Greenberg.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Sex-based differences among adolescents following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) are widely published, however there is a lack of knowledge about the influence of physical therapist (PT) gender on clinical decision-making ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00107   open full text
• Examining Identity and Quality of Life After Musculoskeletal Injury in Sport Specialized Adolescent Athletes.
  Sarah Petersen, Emily Sweeney, Nathan Howell, David Howell, Gregory Walker.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Previous research on the relationship between sport specialization and mental health in adolescents is limited, focused primarily on the association between psychological and social effects of specialization itself, rather than injury-related ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00115   open full text
• Altered Knee Joint Behavior During Running Is Not Explained by Quadriceps Strength After ACL Reconstruction: A Pilot Of Adolescent Athletes.
  Sierra Hastings, Katelyn Campbell, Eric Dugan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Quadriceps strength is a primary focus of rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), yet its relationship to functional knee mechanics during dynamic tasks like running remains unclear. The strut index is a joint-...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00105   open full text
• Differential Quadriceps Muscle Dysfunction Preoperatively and at Return to Sport Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction.
  Josh Riesenberg, Sophia Ulman, Ashley Erdman, Alex Loewen, Charles Wyatt, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Individuals with patellofemoral instability (PFI) often demonstrate altered knee morphology, such as trochlear dysplasia, patella alta, patellar tilt, and genu valgum [1]. The vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) plays an important role in patellar ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00090   open full text
• Investigating the Reliability of the Novel Humeral Medial Epicondyle Fracture Classification.
  Margaret Bowen, Alexandra Olson, Akbar Syed, Richard Lee, Divya Talwar, Benton Heyworth, Donna Pacicca, Scott McKay, Eric Edmonds, Matthew Ellington, Peter Fabricant, Daryl Osbahr, , J. Todd Lawrence.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Recent literature has shown that the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and flexor pronator mass (FPM) can act either independently or jointly on the humeral medial epicondyle to produce distinct patterns of medial epicondyle fractures.Hypothesis:...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00153   open full text
• Dynamic Hip Ultrasonography Measures of Femoroacetabular Translation in Collegiate Ice Hockey Athletes.
  Alec Tributino, Olivia Elie, Heather Southwick, Sarah Jackson, Subrina Farah, Pierre d’Hemecourt, Andrea Stracciolini, Hung Le.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Hip translational motion may contribute to complex hip pain and microinstability, particularly in high-demand athletes. Dynamic ultrasound (DUS) offers a real-time, non-invasive method to assess femoroacetabular translation. Sport- and sex-...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00155   open full text
• Universal Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis Increases the Rate of Arthrofibrosis in Pediatric ACL Reconstruction.
  Souroush Baghdadi, Gabrielle Noullet, Esther Chung, Richard Bowen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:In recent years, surgeons have increasingly incorporated lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) into pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in an effort to reduce retear rates. Since 2023, we have been performing LET in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00144   open full text
• Outcomes and Complications of Bony Bankart Repair in the Adolescent Population.
  Rajvarun Grewal, Garrett Berger, Andrew Pennock, James Bomar, Eric Edmonds.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Outcomes following operative management of bony Bankart lesions in adolescents has not been directly compared to outcomes of isolated soft-tissue Bankart lesion repairs.Hypothesis:The presence of bony Bankart (BB) lesions in adolescent patients ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00150   open full text
• “Hopping” to Conclusions? Connecting Physical Exam Symptoms and MRI Findings of Acute Pediatric and Adolescent Spondylolysis.
  Scott Owens, Margaret Bowen, James Wilkes, Sulagna Sarkar, Ian McGinnis, Christina Master, Naomi Brown, Matthew Grady.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Imaging via radiology is considered the gold standard for diagnosing spondylolysis following a clinical exam. This study aimed to evaluate the diagnostic value of clinical exam maneuvers in identifying acute spondylolysis in adolescent athletes ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00160   open full text
• Validity of the Shoulder Instability Return to Sport After Injury Scale in Adolescents After Shoulder Instability Surgery.
  Dylan Roman, Elliot Greenberg, Michael Saper.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Adolescent athletes after anterior shoulder instability surgery should be physically and psychological prepared before returning to sport (RTS). The Shoulder Instability Return to Sport after Injury scale (SI-RSI) measures confidence in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00148   open full text
• Bipolar Bone Loss in Adolescent Anterior Shoulder Instability.
  John Arvesen, Henry Ellis, Dang-Huy Do, Cody Todesco, Antonio Dinulescu, Bobby Van Pelt, Charles Wyatt, Philip Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Bipolar bone loss – glenoid and humeral bone loss – is a risk factor for recurrent instability.1,2 Adolescent athletes with anterior shoulder instability present with bone loss more often than adult patients yet limited literature exists in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00146   open full text
• Reliability of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for Assessing the Distal Radial Physis in Young Athletes.
  Elliot Greenberg, Devon Fischer, Sean Owens, Jie Nguyen, Apurva Shah, Naomi Brown.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Distal radial physeal stress injury is a repetitive stress injury commonly encountered in young athletes. Diagnosis is typically made through clinical examination and radiographic features showing widened distal radial growth plate with ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00149   open full text
• Can You Stick It? Landing Stability as a New Measure of Performance After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Elliot Greenberg, Casey Huse, Meredith Link, Eli Epstein, Amber Grundy, Matthew Senese.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Single-leg hop testing (SLHT) is the most widely used functional performance measure during return-to-sport (RTS) testing after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). The utility of SLHT has been questioned because it lacks ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00157   open full text
• Comparison of Reoperation Rates after Saucerization Versus Saucerization with Repair in Adolescents with Lateral Discoid Meniscus Tears.
  Matthew Brown, Adam Weaver, Hannah Marzo.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Symptomatic pediatric patients with lateral discoid menisci are surgically treated with various procedures including saucerization alone or in combination with meniscus repair. Previous studies have demonstrated that discoid menisci are more ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00161   open full text
• Comparative Kinematic Analysis Across Three Volleyball Shoes During Countermovement Jump in Elite Adolescent Female Volleyball Players.
  Ava Davis, Josh Riesenberg, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:High-level volleyball requires athletes to have efficient kinematic patterns, dissipate impact forces with controlled landings, and perform rapid, multidirectional movements (1). While players may exhibit inherent biomechanical risk factors, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00156   open full text
• Autonomic Dysfunction in Pediatric Concussion: Differences in HRV and Resting Heart Rate Across Recovery Phases.
  Joseph Marshall, Mo Mortazavi, Tyler Marx, Chukwunonso Emeka, Leslie Streeter, Luke Maes, Leila Samsam, James Dill, Leah Gawin, Anthony Gross, Jaden Bailey, Brett Dusenberry.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Autonomic dysfunction is a common sequela in pediatric patients following concussion and may play a role in the persistence of symptoms beyond the acute recovery period. Heart rate variability (HRV) and resting heart rate (HR) are accessible ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00154   open full text
• Returning to Sports after Posterior Spinal Fusion: Motion Capture Return-To-Sport Test Performance and Patient-Reported Outcomes Pre- Versus Post-Surgery.
  , Josh Pahys, Maura Eveld, Ross Chafetz, Susan Sienko, Patrick Do, Spencer Warshauer, Robert Courter, Emily Nice, David Louie, Chinmay Paranjape, Jeremy Bauer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Current guidelines on when patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) can return to sports after posterior spinal fusion (PSF) are limited and subjective. While a PSF may optimize standing balance, it is unknown how the resultant loss ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00158   open full text
• Rethinking Little Leaguer’s Elbow: Are Radiographs Missing the Real Injury?
  Kate Lampe, Bobby Van Pelt, James McGinley, Charles Wyatt, Philip Wilson, Jacob Jones.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Medial elbow pain is a common complaint in youth baseball players. In the setting of normal radiographs, skeletally immature athletes are often diagnosed with medial epicondyle apophysitis (Little Leaguer’s Elbow). However, recent studies ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00147   open full text
• What Proportion of Pediatric Surgical Cases Are Performed by Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeons? A 17-Year Study Using the Abos Database.
  Krish Sardesai, Lucas Georger, Wudbhav Sankar, Javad Shariati, Pooya Hosseinzadeh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The field of orthopaedic surgery is increasingly sub-specializing, with the number of pediatric fellowship programs more than doubling over the last 20 years. There is little research on whether increasing the number of pediatric orthopaedic ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00092   open full text
• Biomechanics Of the Pediatric MPFL AND MQTFL – What Graft Strength and Graft Choice is Necessary for Successful MPFL/MQTFL Reconstruction?
  Luis Fernando Viegas de Moraes Leme, Bryan Khoo, Alan Anaya Gallegos, Katelin Isakoff, Hubert Tuyishime, Paul Bergeron, Iris Cong, Calvin Chan, Amishi Jobanputra, Akbar Syed, Brendon Mitchell, Marc Tompkins, Yi-Meng Yen, Molly Meadows, Charles Chan, Matthew Schmitz, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis, Theodore Ganley, Kevin Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:While the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) and medial quadriceps tendon–femoral ligament (MQTFL) are considered the primary restraints against lateral patellar translation, studies suggest that combined reconstruction of the MPFL and MQTFL ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00136   open full text
• Association Between Patient Reported Outcomes and Athletic Expostures Following Return to Sport After ACL Reconstruction: Does Age Matter?
  Mark Paterno, Christin Zwolski, Staci Thomas, Jamie Kronenberg, Laura Schmitt.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Among youth after ACL reconstruction (ACLR), the association between patient reported outcomes (PRO) at the time of return to sport (RTS) and actual physical activity after RTS has yet to be reported.Hypothesis:Patient reported function at RTS ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00140   open full text
• Exploring Pediatric Sports Surgeons’ and Physical Therapists’ Experiences of Counseling ACLR Patients Between Injury and Return-To-Sport: A Focus Group Study.
  Justin DiSanti, Chris Kuenze, Kevin Landrum, Meredith Link, Chiara Golomb, Kelsey Hlavsa, Elliot Greenberg.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric orthopaedic sports medicine surgeons and physical therapists (PTs) are critical stakeholders in counseling athletes after undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR).[1] These stakeholders provide support in shaping ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00081   open full text
• Trunk Contributions to Maximal Hip-To-Shoulder-Separation Angle in Youth Baseball Pitchers.
  Anthony Fava, Billy Lozowski, Hillary Plummer, Kai-Jen Cheng, Gretchen Oliver.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Hip-shoulder separation (HSS) is a biomechanical factor linked with subsequent rotational velocity of the trunk and improved ball velocity in baseball pitchers. One contributing factor to HSS may be the external oblique musculature, which ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00133   open full text
• Diagnosis and Management of Adolescent Isthmic Spondylolysis: A Delphi Study.
  Emily Sweeney, Sarah Petersen, Megan Agnew, Stephanie Kliethermes, Katherine Rizzone.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric sports medicine clinicians lack consensus on the diagnosis and management of youth athletes with isthmic spondylolysis (1). Thus, the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM) Spine/Spondylolysis Research Interest Group (RIG) ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00202   open full text
• Neurocognitive Dual Task Testing Reduces Peak Muscle Activation During Change-of-Direction Tasks in Healthy Adolescent Athletes.
  Sophia Ulman, Alex Loewen, Ashley Erdman, Ava Davis, Philip Wilson, Henry Ellis.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Neurocognition plays an essential role in the organization of movement patterns. Evaluation of competition readiness could be improved by incorporating dual tasks, including decision-making and/or divided attention, to simulate competition-like ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00131   open full text
• The Influence of Socioeconomic Factors on Psychological Readiness and Stress Following ACL Reconstruction.
  Aristides Cruz, MD MBA, Emma Gossman, Melissa Christino, Danielle Cook, Mininder Kocher, Dennis Kramer, Lyle Micheli, Yi-Meng Yen, Kaellan Foudray, Matthew Milewski.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:While both socioeconomic status (SES) and psychological variables have been shown to influence outcomes following ACL injury and surgery, less is known about how SES and psychological variables interact to influence these outcomes. The purpose ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00142   open full text
• OATS Harvesting from the Femoral Condyle is not Benign: Knee Outcomes after OATS vs OCA for Elbow OCD in Children.
  Kevin Landrum, Brendon Mitchell, Stone Streeter, Kevin Xu, Apurva Shah, J. Todd Lawrence, Theodore Ganley, Joseph Yellin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Elbow osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions requiring grafting can be treated with osteochondral autograft transfer system (OATS) or osteochondral allograft (OCA). In the adult populations, OATS is associated with 7.8% donor site morbidity; ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00127   open full text
• Development and Validation of the Wisconsin Sport Specialization Questionnaire (WISSQ-JR) for Youth Athletes Aged 10-13 Years.
  Stephanie Kliethermes, Evan Nelson, Kevin Biese, Alison Brooks, Roger Brown, Timothy McGuine, Madison Renner, Traci Snedden, Emily Srygler, Andrew Watson, David Bell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Youth sport specialization is thought to have numerous physical and psychosocial consequences; however, the supporting evidence is mixed. This may be due, in part, to a lack of validated tools available to accurately measure an athlete’s level ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00082   open full text
• Beyond Technique: Does Graft Sizing Relative to Notch Size Predict Arthrofibrosis in Young ACL Patients?
  Adam Nasreddine, Emma Gossman, Madeline McGovern, Chilan Leite, Benton Heyworth, Mininder Kocher.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Arthrofibrosis (AF) is a common and, at times debilitating, complication following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), which may necessitate unexpected additional procedures, including arthroscopic lysis of adhesions (LoA) and ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00201   open full text
• Association Between Auditory Profile Symptom Burden and Balance Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients with Persistent Post-Concussive Symptoms.
  Joseph Marshall, Luke Muratalla Maes, Amal Anilkumar, Aditya Rohilla, Aparna Chandrasekar, Kyle Kener, Ajuni Choudhary, Leslie Streeter, Jaden Bailey, James Dill, Leila Samsam, Leah Gawin, Brett Dusenberry, Anthony Gross, Mo Mortazavi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Persistent post-concussive symptoms (PPCS) can affect various functional domains in pediatric patients, including balance and sensory processing. Auditory symptom burden, such as sound sensitivity or difficulty filtering noises, is increasingly ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00086   open full text
• High Prevalence of Capitellar Osteochondral Abnormalities in Healthy Youth Gymnasts: An Ultrasound Study.
  Jacob Jones, James McGinley, Cassidy Schultz, Kate Lampe, Bobby Van Pelt, Monique Prebensen, Brandee Schmidt, Philip Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Gymnasts, due to repetitive upper extremity weightbearing, are prone to developing capitellar osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions. Surgical intervention is often necessary for these lesions, resulting in time away from sport, training ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00085   open full text
• Comparison of Running Biomechanics Between Adolescent Female and Male Runners over a Distance Run.
  Shane Miller, Alex Loewen, Ashley Erdman, Jessica Penshorn, Jane Chung, Jacob Jones, Henry Ellis, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Adolescent female runners have higher rates of running-related injuries compared to male runners.1 Prior studies comparing running mechanics between male and female runners have demonstrated conflicting results,2 with limited data regarding ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00129   open full text
• Prediction of Contralateral Patellar Instability after Ipsilateral Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction.
  Ali Asma, Samir Sharrak, Marcus Shelby, Matthew Veerkamp, Shital Parikh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:About 10-16% of patients with patellar instability have bilateral involvement. The risk factors to predict future contralateral patellar instability in patients who present with ipsilateral patellar instability are not known. Knowledge related ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00138   open full text
• Opioid Prescription Patterns Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in Pediatric Patients: A 13-Year National Database Analysis.
  Harmon Khela, Monty Khela, Brendan Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Opioid use following surgery has been a growing concern, particularly in light of the opioid epidemic, prompting significant changes in prescribing practices. Although opioids have traditionally been a cornerstone of postoperative pain ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00134   open full text
• Not All Knee Patients are Alike: The Need for More Advanced Movement Quality Assessment for Determining Return-To-Play Readiness Across Diagnoses.
  Alex Loewen, Ashley Erdman, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson, Sophia Ulman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Extensive research has been conducted to develop and optimize standardized return-to-play (RTP) tests following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) [1]. However, objective functional tests are lacking for determining RTP readiness ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00130   open full text
• Quantifying Patient Perceptions of Barriers to Physical Activity after ACL Reconstruction Using the ACL Reasons Survey.
  Adam Weaver, Shelby Baez, Chris Kuenze.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Inability to return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is well documented and reduction in overall physical activity is common. The ACL Reasons survey is a validated tool to assess patient perceptions of barriers to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00141   open full text
• Ultrasound-Guided Hoffa’s Fat Pad and Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Persistent Patellofemoral Pain in Adolescent Athletes.
  Jason Schon, Eric Kessler, Olivia Elie, Julie Han, Andrea Stracciolini.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patellofemoral pain is a common cause of pediatric knee pain. Most cases improve with activity modification, physical therapy, orthotics, taping/bracing, or medications. Surgery is reserved for refractory cases with structural abnormalities. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00137   open full text
• Concussion Symptom Cluster Profiles on Validated Cp Screen as Potential Predictors of Chronic Concussion Symptoms in Pediatric Patients.
  Kyle Kener, Joseph Marshall, Mo Mortazavi, Brett Dusenberry, Luke Maes, Amal Anilkumar, Leslie Streeter, Jaden Bailey, James Dill, Anthony Gross, Leila Samsam, Leah Gawin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The Concussion Clinical Profile Screening Tool (CP Screen) organizes symptoms into clinically meaningful domains. These profiles serve to help clinicians stratify patients' symptom burden and guide treatment. In pediatric populations, ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00182   open full text
• Risk Factors Contributing to Postoperative Stiffness Following Tibial Spine Fracture Fixation: Data from the SCORE Registry.
  Philip Lee, Keinan Agonias, Bobby Van Pelt, Jason Rhodes, Gregory Schmale, Kevin Shea, J. Todd Lawrence, Marc Cardelia, Drew Warnick, Alfred Mansour, Richard Bowen, Henry Ellis, Philip Wilson.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Arthrofibrosis is the most common postoperative complication following surgical fixation of tibial spine fractures (TSF)1. The purpose of this analysis is to identify the rate and associated risk factors for stiffness in surgically treated ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00077   open full text
• Association Between an Autonomic Symptom Cluster Profile Score and Exercise Intolerance in Pediatric Concussion Patients.
  Joseph Marshall, Mo Mortazavi, Leslie Streeter, Tyler Marx, Luke Maes, Leila Samsam, James Dill, Leah Gawin, Anthony Gross, Brett Dusenberry, Jaden Bailey.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Autonomic symptom profile scoring offers a quantifiable measure of autonomic nervous system dysfunction and may serve as a useful marker to stratify patients at higher risk for exercise intolerance (EI). Understanding the relationship between ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00181   open full text
• Posterior Tibial Slope in the Paediatric Population – What is Normal and How Reliable is Radiographic Measurement?
  Dominic O’Dowd, Alex Fawdry, Rizwan Arshad.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Increased posterior tibial slope (PTS) is associated with a higher risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, including re-rupture. ACL injury in the paediatric population is a common injury with an increasing incidence. A few studies in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00190   open full text
• Repetitive Head Impact Exposure in High School Lacrosse: Objective Physiological Markers and Biomechanical Measures.
  Kristy Arbogast, Declan Patton, Daniele Fedonni, Anne Mozel, Kathryn Rownd, Christina Master.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Little is known about the effect of repetitive head impact exposure (RHIE) on adolescents, who are in a period of tremendous brain maturation and for whom neuronal damage during development might be deleterious. While imaging and blood-based ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00183   open full text
• Socioecological Influences on Child Concussion Evaluation: Estimates from the National Health Interview Survey.
  Jihyun Oh, Jessica Wallace, Nayoung Kim.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:An estimated 2.3 million U.S. children have been diagnosed with a concussion or brain injury, yet many cases go unrecognized or unreported, especially when symptoms are mild or overlooked. Timely evaluation by healthcare providers (HCPs) is ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00180   open full text
• Musicians as Athletes: Injury and Recovery in a Cohort Of Adolescent and Young Adult Non-Professional Musicians.
  Meghan Whalen, Jeremi Carswell.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:The highly repetitive and precise motions of playing an instrument are risks for playing-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMD). Prior studies report an injury rate of 39 to over 90% in professionals (1–3) with similar rates reported in ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00176   open full text
• Disparities in Outcomes after Pediatric and Adolescent Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Nirav Pandya, Ashraf Nawari.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Few studies have investigated the primary patient demographic factors affecting outcomes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in pediatric and adolescent populations. We sought to identify whether public insurance and ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00175   open full text
• Barriers And Facilitators to Implementing A Novel Rehabilitation Care Model for Youth After ACL Reconstruction, Part I: Physical Therapist Perspectives.
  Christin Zwolski, Gabriel Caceres, Staci Thomas, Mark Paterno.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Local pilot findings indicate that a group therapy care model may improve clinical outcomes and patient experience among young athletes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). The purpose of this qualitative study was to ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00080   open full text
• Concussion Symptom Resolution Expectations and Subsequent Development of Persisting Symptoms.
  David Howell, Ross Moseley, Katelyn Hurlburt, Mathew Wingerson, Kelsie Richardson, Shannon Nagle, Julie Wilson, William Meehan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Patient expectations surrounding recovery may influence their recovery from a variety of medical conditions, but alignment of recovery expectations and subsequent recovery have not been thoroughly evaluated among adolescents with concussion. ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00186   open full text
• Low Energy Availability is Associated with Impaired Strength Gains in Adolescent Female Athletes During Rehabilitation After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Kristin Whitney, Melissa Christino, Martha Murray, Benton Heyworth, Matthew Milewski, Shannon Nagle, Katherine Smulligan, Alexandra DeJong Lempke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 4 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
  Background:Low energy availability (LEA) is characterized by mismatch between energy intake and exercise energy expenditure. LEA is common in female athletes and can induce a catabolic physiologic state, reducing muscle protein synthesis. While emerging ...

  June 17, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00076   open full text
• Morphologic Factors Associated With Secondary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury After Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Lin Cheng, Yuka Kimura, Hikaru K. Ishibashi, Kyota Ishibashi, Eiji Sasaki, Eiichi Tsuda, Yasuyuki Ishibashi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 5 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Bone morphology is a well-recognized risk factor for primary and secondary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.Purpose:To evaluate lower-extremity bone morphology using computed tomography (CT) in patients after primary ACL reconstruction ...

  June 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261451257   open full text
• Midterm Quadriceps Strength Outcomes of Revision ACL Reconstructions Comparing Ipsilateral Extensor Mechanism Autografts and Hamstring Tendon Autografts.
  Pedro Zavala, Garrett G. Eggleston, Nicole A. Greufe, Jill K. Monson, Braidy S. Solie, Robert F. LaPrade.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 5 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions (ACLRs) with extensor mechanism autografts (bone–patellar tendon–bone [BTB] or quadriceps tendon [QT]) have been reported to have lower quadriceps strength symmetry outcomes 6 months ...

  June 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261451830   open full text
• Evaluation of Differences in Imaging Findings on Stress-MRI in Throwing Athletes With and Without a History of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction.
  Midhat Patel, Kendall Schwartz, Mari Schenk, Pamela Lund, Ken Crenshaw, Roger Caplinger, William Raasch, Gary Waslewski, Evan Lederman, Anup Shah.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 6 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction (UCLR) of the elbow is common in throwing athletes and reliably allows return to play. The literature supports stress imaging of the elbow to evaluate the integrity of the UCL. The FEVER view (...

  June 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261453313   open full text
• Medial Meniscus Root Repair Is Associated With Superior Outcomes As Compared With Partial Medial Meniscectomy at Minimum 5 Years: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
  Robert S. Dean, Ryan McNassor, Aaron J. Krych, Brian R. Waterman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 6 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Posterior medial meniscus root tears (PMMRTs) are frequently observed injuries that alter tibiofemoral biomechanics, yet the long-term outcomes are poorly described.Purpose:To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the current ...

  June 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261453326   open full text
• Return to Play and Performance After Revision Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in Major League Baseball Pitchers.
  Michael A. Mastroianni, Brian F. Timoney, Morgan R. Dillon, Kyle K. Obana, Aaron Z. Chen, Maximiliano Gonzalez, Andrew J. Luzzi, Frank J. Alexander, Christopher S. Ahmad.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 6 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:While return to performance has been characterized after primary ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) surgery, it has not been well defined after revision UCL reconstruction (rUCLR), particularly in Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers.Purpose:To ...

  June 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261449637   open full text
• Prior Calf Strain as a Risk Factor for Achilles Tendon Rupture in National Basketball Association Players: A Retrospective Analysis.
  Zaid Elsabbagh, Ysa Le, George Bcharah, David Ryu, Daniel Badin, Nigel N. Hsu, John Michael Thompson, Amiethab Aiyer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 9 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Achilles tendon ruptures are among the most debilitating injuries in professional basketball, often leading to prolonged absence and long-term performance decline. While calf strains are common among National Basketball Association (NBA) ...

  June 12, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261449170   open full text
• Prospective MRI-Based Comparison of Graft Maturation After ACL Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft.
  Tunay Erden, Muzaffer Ağır, M. Enes Kayaalp, Berkin Toker, Ömer Taşer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 9 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Biological graft maturation after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a prolonged and heterogeneous process that may not directly correlate with clinical recovery. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)–based signal intensity ratio (...

  June 12, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261449148   open full text
• Ultrasound Screening for Cam Morphology in Male University Soccer Players: Prevalence and Association With Groin Symptoms and Functional Impairments.
  Masayoshi Saito, Hajime Utsunomiya, Riko Yamashita, Mikihiko Hattori, Yoshihito Tomioka, Tomohiko Tateishi, Takuya Kusakabe, Hiroyuki Ogawa, Naoyuki Hirasawa, Sachiyuki Tsukada.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 9 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Ultrasound (US) screening for cam morphology in athletes is rarely performed. Conventional US imaging in the neutral hip position may overlook cam lesions in the anterolateral position, which is the most common location that exhibits cam ...

  June 12, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445433   open full text
• Rotational Subluxation Patterns on Stress Radiography and Clinical Relevance in PCL-Deficient Knees: A 2D-3D Registration Study.
  Younghoon Yang, Young Tak Cho, Jang Whan Bai, Yu-Seok Kim, Ji In Kim, Joon Ho Wang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 10 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:There is distinct tibial subluxation in posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)–deficient knees on stress radiographs, including posteromedial and posterolateral subluxation. PCL injuries have been emphasized in previous literature to be frequently ...

  June 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445832   open full text
• Concise History Taking May Aid in Distinguishing Popliteal Artery Entrapment From Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome.
  Sari H. Goossens, Marike van der Cruijsen-Raaijmakers, Roel Vaes, Maarten J.A. Loos, Marc R.M. Scheltinga.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 10 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Young individuals with exercise-induced lower leg pain (ELP) may occasionally have rare entities such as functional popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (fPAES) or deep posterior chronic exertional compartment syndrome (dp-CECS). Diagnostic ...

  June 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440206   open full text
• Postoperative Outcomes Following Bridging Reconstruction for Large to Massive Rotator Cuff Tears Using Two Different Dermal Allografts: A Retrospective Cohort Comparison Study.
  Abrahim Chidiac, Aleksandra Budarick, Jiaxin Hu, Devan Pancura, Reza Ojaghi, Ivan Wong.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 10 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Rotator cuff tears are common injuries that significantly impair shoulder function and quality of life, particularly for large to massive tears, where maximal repair often results in high retear rates. Bridging reconstruction using acellular ...

  June 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432150   open full text
• Incidence, Anatomic Distribution, and Return to Training After Stress Fractures in Okinawan Athletes.
  Fuminari Uehara, Kotaro Higa, Hiroki Yabiku, Takashi Toma, Chinatsu Azuma, Kotaro Nishida.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 11 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Stress fractures are common in young athletes and a major cause of time lost from training. While epidemiological data exist from Western countries, reports from Asian regions, particularly in subtropical settings, are limited, as year-round ...

  June 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261447186   open full text
• Defining the Minimal Clinically Important Difference and Patient Acceptable Symptom State for Arthroscopic Anterior Shoulder Stabilization at 2-Year Follow-up.
  Rodrigo Saad Berreta, Zeeshan A. Khan, Juan Bernardo Villarreal, William Harkin, John P. Scanaliato, Jorge Chahla, Brian Forsythe, Adam B. Yanke, Brian J. Cole, Nikhil N. Verma.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 11 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:There is a paucity of literature on the short-term clinical significance and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after arthroscopic stabilization for anterior shoulder instability.Purpose:(1) To define the minimal clinically important ...

  June 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442972   open full text
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging Assessment of Bridge-Enhanced ACL Restoration: An Imaging Atlas of Morphological Features and Healing Trajectories.
  James A. Pruneski, Shankar G. Kaushal, Kirsten Ecklund, Dennis E. Kramer, Yi-Meng Yen, Lyle J. Micheli, Braden C. Fleming, Martha M. Murray, Ata M. Kiapour.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 11 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:The use of bridge-enhanced anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) restoration (BEAR) procedures is on the rise. Yet, there is a paucity of literature describing the radiographic appearance of the ACL after this procedure.Purpose:To present the ...

  June 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445974   open full text
• High Rates of Return to Sport After Surgical Stabilization for Anterior Shoulder Instability in Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
  Alexander J. Baur, Teddy J. Houseman, Eyad Z. Mansour, Ryker R. Heller, Matthew A. Posner.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 12 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Recurrent anterior shoulder instability is a common problem in athletes, especially those in contact, collision, or overhead sports. Anterior shoulder instability remains the predominant injury pattern in athletes, accounting for the majority ...

  June 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261450204   open full text
• Meniscal Dominant Loaders During Simulated Gait: A Cadaveric Study in Human Knees.
  Tony Chen, Kalle Chastain, Megh Prajapati, Sarah Segal, Michael K. Parides, Russell F. Warren, Suzanne A. Maher.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 12 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Changes in joint contact force distribution after injury are 1 factor driving tissue degeneration. Although clinical interventions aim to restore forces to their uninjured state, inconsistent outcomes suggest that patient variability in joint ...

  June 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261444316   open full text
• Defining the Minimal Clinically Important Difference and Patient Acceptable Symptom State for Isolated Microfracture of the Knee at 5-Year Follow-up.
  Rodrigo Saad Berreta, Zeeshan A. Khan, Sachin Allahabadi, Joshua Wright-Chisem, Jonathan Spaan, Jared Rubin, Juan Bernardo Villarreal-Espinosa, Adam B. Yanke, Brian Forsythe, Nikhil N. Verma, Jorge Chahla, Brian J. Cole.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 12 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:There is a paucity of literature regarding the long-term clinical significance and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after isolated microfracture of the knee for cartilage defects.Purposes:To (1) define the minimally clinically ...

  June 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251384871   open full text
• Assessing Trochlear Dysplasia With the Novel Lateral Trochlear Anterior Condyles Angle.
  Jason D. Brenner, Steven M. Henick, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Eric D. Fornari, Benjamin J. Levy, Mauricio Drummond Junior.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 13 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Trochlear dysplasia (TD) is considered by many to be an important risk factor for patellar dislocation (PD), and its accurate assessment is critical. Several methods to quantify TD exist, but none stand alone as the ideal measurement.Hypothesis:...

  June 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261438132   open full text
• Clinical Outcomes Following Anatomic Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction With Concomitant Procedures in Skeletally Immature Patients With Patellar Instability.
  Brock J. Manley, Thomas E. Moran, Jonathan Ham, Joseph Fontana, Alyssa Althoff, Emma L. Klosterman, Robert Browning, David R. Diduch.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 13 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Patellar instability is common in skeletally immature patients; however, the presence of open physes presents unique challenges to surgical management.Purpose:To (1) assess the safety and efficacy of anatomic medial patellofemoral ligament ...

  June 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251414149   open full text
• The Addition of Posterolateral Tenodesis in Isolated PCL Injuries and in Combination With Fanelli Type A Lesion of the Posterolateral Corner Decreases Rotatory Instability: A Biomechanical Study in Human Cadaveric Knees.
  Rodolfo Morales-Avalos, Carlos Fernando Ortiz-García, Cristopher Ceniceros-Cantú, Emiliano Álvarez-Salinas, Rodrigo E. Elizondo-Omaña, Santos Guzmán-López, Jorge Gutiérrez-de la O, Judith Garza-López, María del Carmen Theriot-Giron, João Espregueira-Mendes, Joan Carles Monllau.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. 13 days ago
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries may lead to significant anteroposterior and rotational knee instability. Traditional reconstruction techniques, including single-bundle (SB) and double-bundle (DB) approaches, have limitations in terms ...

  June 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442599   open full text
• Publication Rate and Discontinuation Percentage of Registered Trials Involving Rotator Cuff Pathology.
  Joan Miquel, Arnau Verdaguer-Figuerola, Mireia Vinas-Noguera, Mònica Salomó-Domènech, Aritz Lizundia, Carlos Torrens.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Although many clinical trials are conducted on rotator cuff tears, a significant number of patient-enrolled studies remain unpublished, resulting in potential gaps in the sharing of scientific knowledge.Purpose:To analyze the publication rate ...

  June 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261437302   open full text
• Meniscectomy vs Meniscal Repair: Comparing Rates of Readmission, Reoperation, and Osteoarthritis.
  Samantha L. Watson, Seth L. Sherman, Siyuan Ding, Leo Nherera, Ronak M. Patel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:The meniscus has a proven role in load transmission, stability, and prevention of osteoarthritis (OA). Research suggests that meniscal repair may improve long-term joint health as compared with meniscectomy, but higher reoperation and ...

  June 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251397541   open full text
• A Novel Assessment of Infratubercle Sagittal Proximal Tibial Morphology and Relationship to Full Length Posterior Tibial Slope: Lateral Infratubercle Angle.
  Alfred Mansour, Jessica Dziuba Waters, Nicole Lemaster, Michael Kutzler, Connor Fritz, Walter Lowe, Alexis Aboulafia.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Slope-reducing high tibial osteotomy (SRO-HTO) surgically corrects elevated posterior tibial slope (PTS) and is often performed in the setting of failed anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Lateral supratubercle angle (LSTA) ...

  June 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445953   open full text
• Changes in Muscle Volume Asymmetries Among Lower Extremity Muscles From Baseline Through 12 Months After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With Quadriceps Tendon Autograft.
  Keith A. Knurr, Mikalyn T. DeFoor, Matthew Blomquist, Joshua Shaw, Marc Blaylock, Daniel J. Cognetti, Andrew J. Sheean.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Recovery of quadriceps muscle volume and function is a primary rehabilitation focus after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). However, limited evidence exists on the recovery of other lower extremity muscles. Early activity ...

  June 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261437680   open full text
• The Impact of NIL in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine: A Current Concepts Review.
  Ronald J. Shamus, Kassem Ghayyad, Daryl C. Osbahr, George J. Richard.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:The rise of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights has transformed amateur athletics, blurring the lines between high school, collegiate, and professional sports. NIL has introduced unprecedented commercial pressures that extend into sports ...

  June 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442213   open full text
• Combined Cartilage Procedures After High Tibial Osteotomy: Cartilage Status, Early Functional Recovery, and Short-term Clinical Outcomes.
  Se-Han Jung, Min Jung, Kwangho Chung, Hyun-Soo Moon, Byeong-Hun Jeon, Sung-Hwan Kim.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:The clinical benefit of performing cartilage procedures concurrently with high tibial osteotomy (HTO) remains uncertain. While these procedures aim to enhance cartilage regeneration, concerns persist regarding increased early postoperative pain ...

  June 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445954   open full text
• Superior Tendon Repair and Healing Ability of PLGA Sutures Are Related to the Weaker Regulatory T-cell and Macrophage Responses Compared With PGA Sutures in a Rat Model.
  Changshuo Liu, Meng Yang, Yuhan Wang, Zitian Zheng, Boyun Lu, Shengsong Zhou, Liran Xu, Hongjie Huang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Absorbable sutures (such as Vicryl sutures) support tendon rupture repair, but the immune response triggered by the sutures affects tendon healing. A rat Achilles tendon model was used in this study to explore the role of sutures in tendon ...

  June 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440807   open full text
• Factors Associated With Cumulative Shoulder and Elbow Injury Burden: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 1445 Major League Baseball Pitchers (2015-2025).
  Morgan R. Dillon, Michael A. Mastroianni, Nicholas Frappa, Joseph Manzi, Andrew J. Luzzi, Frank J. Alexander, Michael L. Knudsen, Robert A. Ablove, David P. Trofa, Christopher S. Ahmad.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Injured-list (IL) time reflects the clinical and competitive impact of pitching injuries, but determinants of cumulative injury burden have rarely been evaluated league-wide using integrated workload and pitch-tracking data.Purpose:To leverage ...

  June 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445950   open full text
• Association of Mental Health Disorders with Outcomes after Achilles Tendon Repair: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study.
  Ali Rteil, Majd Mzeihem, Brendon Wang, Joseph Lamplot, Yazdan Raji, Farid Amirouche.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Mental health disorders are increasingly acknowledged as significant factors influencing surgical outcomes. However, their effect on recovery after Achilles tendon repair (ATR) remains inadequately defined. Psychosocial elements may modify pain ...

  June 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261443324   open full text
• Insurance Type as an Independent Factor of Surgical Delay After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury.
  Chris Nickelberry, Sydney Laxson, Isaac O. Lapite, Ashley T. Haddock, Albert Yim, Hana Q. Abdul Rahman, Zachary Nhem, Anthony Phan, Jung U. Yoo, Jacqueline M. Brady.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is time-sensitive, as surgical delays exceeding 120 days are associated with an increased risk of secondary meniscal injury. Insurance type is a known determinant of health care access; however, ...

  June 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442476   open full text
• MRI Evaluation of Graft Remodeling After Transphyseal Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Pediatric Patients: A 5-Year Follow-up.
  Caroline de Pesters, Linda Staali, Antoine Laval, Clara Flumian, Estelle Maupoint, Marie Faruch, Franck Accadbled.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) is increasingly performed in children and adolescents, yet mid- to long-term graft ligamentization remains poorly understood.Purpose:To characterize the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ...

  June 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261447204   open full text
• Player Performance, Return-to-Play, and Recurrence Rates After Operative and Nonoperative Treatment for Anterior Shoulder Dislocation in Elite UEFA Professional Soccer Players: A Matched Cohort Analysis From 2010 to 2024.
  Peter Boufadel, Brian S. Tao, Timothy Kouo, Hailey Hulse, Christopher Jayne, Lucas E. Bartlett, Tyler J. Uppstrom, Robert L. Parisien, Xinning Li.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Shoulder dislocation injuries may require prolonged recovery and absence from play, with risks of recurrent instability. The impact of shoulder dislocation on return-to-play (RTP) time and player performance in professional soccer athletes ...

  June 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445911   open full text
• Association of Self-Reported Anxiety and Depression Symptoms with Knee Pain Severity in Individuals with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Francesca M. Genoese, Matthew S. Harkey, Christopher Kuenze, Shelby E. Baez.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Psychological responses to injury are common after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction (ACLR) and have been linked to knee-related pain during early recovery. However, it remains unknown whether anxiety and depression ...

  June 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261444340   open full text
• Outcomes of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair after Bariatric Surgery.
  Michael A. Fox, Ting Cong, Fritz Steuer, Audrey Chang, Camila Grandberg, Zachary J. Herman, Ehab Nazzal, Akeem Williams, Devan Kowdley, Jonathan D. Hughes, Volker Musahl, Mark Rodosky, Albert Lin, Bryson P. Lesniak.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Bariatric surgery (BS) is an increasingly utilized intervention for the treatment of obesity. However, BS is also associated with postoperative nutritional deficiencies that may affect healing rates after orthopaedic procedures.Purpose:To ...

  June 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261447216   open full text
• Three-Dimensional Kinematic Gait Analysis in Pediatric Patients With an ACL-Deficient Knee.
  Anton Manitiu, Sepehr Mehrpouyan, David Mazy, Alexia Bayol, Clémence Delestre, Nicola Hagemeister, Marie-Lyne Nault.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are increasingly frequent in young athletes, yet existing biomechanical data remain limited and often rely on adult-based protocols. This study aims to characterize gait-related knee kinematic ...

  June 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261441267   open full text
• Association Between a History of Contact Sport Participation and Higher Lifetime Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Burden Among Military Servicemembers and Veterans: A Long-term Impact of Military-relevant Brain Injury Consortium–Chronic Effects of Neurotrauma Consortium Prospective Longitudinal Study (LIMBIC-PLS).
  Kelly C. Cheever, Rocio N. Norman, Samuel R. Walton, Clara E. Dismuke-Greer, William C. Walker, Monica Lawson, Alicia A. Swan, Guo Wei, Angela Presson, Huong Nguyen, Emre Umucu, Mary Jo Pugh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. June 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
  Background:Both years of contact sport participation and years of military service are positively related to risk of sustaining multiple mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBIs). Little is known about the additive risk of mTBI exposure by combining ...

  June 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251407330   open full text
• Rotator Cuff Repair With Bone Marrow Stimulation Versus Rotator Cuff Repair With Patch Augmentation: A Systematic Review.
  Joseph J. Lim, Cleveland McCarty, John W. Belk, Carson Keeter, Rachel M. Frank, Eric C. McCarty.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Bone marrow stimulation (BMS) and patch augmentation (PA) are 2 adjuncts used during rotator cuff repair (RCR) to support the repair construct and promote healing.Purpose:To systematically review the literature to compare the clinical efficacy ...

  May 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261445424   open full text
• Association of Preoperative Asymmetry in Vertical Ground-Reaction Force With Knee Extensor Symmetry 1 Year After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Chun-Hao Fan, Jui-Hung Hsu, Wei-Hsiu Hsu, Pei-An Yu, Chi-Lung Chen, Robert Wen-Wei Hsu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Preoperative and postoperative asymmetries in knee kinematics and kinetics, particularly in vertical ground-reaction force (vGRF), have been linked to long-term functional outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Gait ...

  May 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442212   open full text
• Development and Validation of the Elbow Instability-Return to Sport After Injury (EI-RSI) Scale: Assessing Psychological Readiness for Return to Sport.
  Pavel Kadantsev, Ahmed Ellafi, Sebastian Siebenlist, Lukas N. Muench, Armin Runer, Maximilian Hinz, Stephanie Geyer, Sebastian Lappen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Psychological readiness is an essential determinant of safe return to sport (RTS) after injury, yet it is often underrepresented in assessments of patients with elbow instability. The Elbow Instability–Return to Sport after Injury (EI-RSI) ...

  May 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442598   open full text
• The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Complications and Health Care Utilization After Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy.
  Joshua G. Sanchez, Kevin Lehane, Emily Berzolla, Seongho Jeong, Laith M. Jazrawi, Jonathan N. Grauer, Alexander Golant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Social determinants of health disparities (SDHD), encompassing environmental, health care, social, educational, and economic factors, are known to increase the risk of complications after various orthopaedic procedures. However, their impact on ...

  May 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440536   open full text
• Diagnostic Value of Condylar Distance Asymmetry Relative to the Femoral and Tibial Anatomic Axes in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture.
  Enver İpek, Mehmet Akif Köse, Abdurrahman Demirhan, Osman Tuğrul Eren.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Anatomical risk factors for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury remain incompletely defined, particularly those reflecting combined tibiofemoral geometry.Purpose:To determine whether the tibial axis–condylar distance difference (T-ACD) and ...

  May 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261442214   open full text
• Correlation of Social Determinants of Health Disparities With Outcomes After Bankart Repair: A Large Database Study.
  Joshua G. Sanchez, Katie M. Zehner, Julian Smith-Voudouris, Jeremy K. Ansah-Twum, Mitchell J. Christiansen, Mary K. Mulcahey, Jonathan N. Grauer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:The correlation of social determinants of health disparities (SDHD) on outcomes after Bankart repair (BR) remains unclear.Purpose/Hypothesis:The purpose of this study was to compare 90-day adverse events, health care utilization (physical ...

  May 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261441265   open full text
• Comparison of Football-Related Injuries at US Emergency Departments Between High School and Collegiate Athletes: A 10-Year NEISS Analysis, 2015-2024.
  John R. Tyler, Ryan Card, Ian Rice, Alex Paulini, Bodrie Jensen, Alexis B. Sandler, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Contemporary, sport-specific comparisons of injury patterns and epidemiological trends between high school- and college-aged football athletes are limited and dated, particularly from a single, nationally representative data set.Purpose:To ...

  May 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440948   open full text
• Defining Diagnostic Criteria for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: An Expert Consensus.
  Eric R. Wagner, Constance M. Sullivan, Kevin R. Cuneo, Krishna N. Chopra, Oluwakorede Omole, Michael B. Gottschalk, Robert L. Bowers.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 19, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (nTOS) can present itself in a number of ways, often resulting in diagnostic ambiguity.Purpose:To establish a consensus among upper extremity experts using the Delphi method to determine the most clinically ...

  May 19, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440925   open full text
• Development and Validation of a Short Version of the Parisian Hamstring Avulsion Score (PHAS): The Short PHAS.
  Sammy Kassab Hassan, Gregoire Rougereau, Mohamad Moussa, Frederic Khiami, Antoine Gerometta, Nicolas Lefevre, Alexandre Hardy.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 19, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:The Parisian Hamstring Avulsion Score (PHAS) was recently validated for the assessment of proximal hamstring avulsion repair.Purpose:To validate a short version of the PHAS score: the short PHAS.Study Design:Cohort study (Diagnosis); Level of ...

  May 19, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251405420   open full text
• Immune Cell Composition and Protein Biomarkers Correlate With PRP Treatment Outcomes in Knee Osteoarthritis.
  Lea Zila, Juliane D. Glaeser, Julia Sheyn, Giselle Kaneda, Jacob T. Wechsler, Parnika Karthik, Victoria Yu, Jasmine Galloway, Begonya Comin-Anduix, Sarah Parker, Aleksander Stotland, Catherine Bresee, Khosrowdad Salehi, Pablo Avalos, Clive N. Svendsen, Wafa Tawackoli, Bert Mandelbaum, Dmitriy Sheyn.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 19, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Current treatments for osteoarthritis (OA) include physical therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and joint arthroplasty, which aim to address symptoms rather than modify disease progression. Autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and ...

  May 19, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430728   open full text
• Differences in Injury Rates by Competition Level Among Scholastic and Collegiate Female Lacrosse Athletes: A Systematic Review.
  Carrie J. Froemming, Daniel C. Touhey, Robert H. Brophy, Derrick M. Knapik.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Women’s lacrosse is an increasingly popular sport. Current rules allow incidental body and stick-to-stick contact, with limited required protective equipment. Injuries to the head, face, and lower extremities are common, especially at higher ...

  May 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261437679   open full text
• Clinical and Demographic Factors Associated With Baseline PROMIS Categorization in Shoulder and Elbow Patients.
  Matthew W. Brewer, Madison R. Smith, Jordan S. Roylance, Sage A. Copling, Zachary A. Gehring, Thomas Guffey, Sean M. Kennedy, John E. Conway, James M. Gregory, Natalie L. Myers.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) computer adaptive tests (CATs) are commonly used in orthopaedics. While prior work has validated PROMIS domains in upper extremity populations, there is limited literature ...

  May 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440868   open full text
• Biomechanical Comparison of Knotless Suture Anchor Fixation Versus Transosseous Suture Button Fixation for Posterior Medial Meniscal Root Tears.
  Kyle G. Cox, John M. Weldy, David P. Beason, Robert T. MacDonell, Glenn S. Fleisig, Tomás F. Vega, E. Lyle Cain.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Posterior medial meniscal root (PMMR) tears have been shown to create a biomechanically unfavorable environment for knee cartilage. While various PMMR repair methods have been shown to restore normal knee biomechanics, there is little consensus ...

  May 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261443326   open full text
• Influence of Area Deprivation Index and Social Vulnerability Index on PROMIS Outcomes and MCID Achievement Following ACL Reconstruction.
  Patrick Castle, Omkar N. Prabhavalkar, Melissa R. Holloway, Hashim J.F. Shaikh, Dylan N. Greif, Nicholas J. Morriss, Raymond J. Kenney, Sarah Lander, Robert Bronstein, Terrance S. Daley-Lindo, Brent Sanderson, Michael D. Maloney, Sandeep Mannava.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction typically yields excellent outcomes, but recent attention has turned to how social determinants of health affect recovery. This study evaluates the association of the Area Deprivation Index (ADI) ...

  May 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261438134   open full text
• Visual Impairment and the Incidence of Concussions Among Youth Football Athletes.
  Karim Jamaleddine, Marina Gad El Sayed, Daniel Novak, Aubree Goodman, Jackson Helms, John Schlechter.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Concussions are a prevalent concern in contact sports, particularly among youth American football players. While extensive research has examined concussion mechanics, the relationship between visual impairment and concussion risk remains ...

  May 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440185   open full text
• Association Between Lower Limb Kinematics During Single Leg Squat and Patient-Reported Outcomes After Hip Arthroscopy for Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome.
  Yuang Hao, Yao Pan, Qi Wang, Tong-Chuan He, Xin Miao, Yan Xu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Typically, 3 months is an early postoperative time point at which patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) demonstrate clinically meaningful improvement, while 6 months represents an important midterm stage for recovery and ...

  May 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432183   open full text
• Validation of the ACL Return to Sport after Injury (ACL-RSI) Scale in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients After Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction.
  Yukiko Matsuzaki, Ruth H. Jones, Olivia C. Tracey, Samuel A. Beber, Akshitha Adhiyaman, Emilie Lijesen, Bennett E. Propp, Debi Jones, Beth Shubin Stein, Daniel W. Green, Peter D. Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 12, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:The Anterior Cruciate Ligament Return to Sport after Injury (ACL-RSI) scale assesses psychological readiness for return to sport (RTS) following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Although developed and validated in accordance ...

  May 12, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261426987   open full text
• Incidence of Elbow Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair and Reconstruction: A US Population Database Study 2016 to 2022.
  Cameron R. Guy, Brook Martin, Aaron Sciascia, Eric Bowman, Peter N. Chalmers.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 12, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Medial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries of the elbow affect overhead athletes with an increasing incidence over the past few decades. Growing evidence supports UCL repair as a treatment option in patients with low-grade UCL injuries or ...

  May 12, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261415857   open full text
• Spine Injuries in the NBA: Return to Play Expectations After a Seasonal Injury.
  Arianna K. Gill, Sahil Garg, Patrick Young, Michael A. Gallizzi, Sanjitpal S. Gill.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 11, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Spine injuries represent a significant concern in the National Basketball Association (NBA) due to their implications for player health and competitive performance. While studies exist examining operative spine injuries in the NBA, none have ...

  May 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440537   open full text
• Sex-Specific Outcomes in Adolescent ACL Reconstruction: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study.
  Ali Rteil, Rebecca Luft, Jason Koh, Farid Amirouche.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 11, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Sex-related differences in outcomes after adolescent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) remain inadequately characterized in the literature. Preliminary studies suggest potential sex-based differences in postoperative ...

  May 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430730   open full text
• The Effect of Axial Tibiofemoral Rotation on Primary ACL Injury in Professional Soccer Players: A Matched-Cohort Analysis.
  Jakob Ackermann, Mary Jones, Simon V. Ball, Adnan S. Kabeer, Prashant Bamania, Christopher Watura, Justin C. Lee, Andy Williams.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 11, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Recent studies suggest that increased tibiofemoral (TF) rotation elevates the risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction failure, with a proposed threshold of 4.5° of internal rotation (IR). However, the role of TF rotation in ...

  May 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419362   open full text
• Postoperative Anterior Cruciate Ligament–Return to Sport after Injury Scores Predict Reinjury in Adolescent Athletes.
  Timothy McAleese, Lachlan Mactier, Kira Bryan, Enda King, Kieran A. Moran, Mark Jackson, Daniel Withers, Ray Moran, Brian M. Devitt.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 11, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Adolescents experience the highest rates of both ipsilateral and contralateral reinjury following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR). Psychological readiness has been shown to be associated with ACL reinjury although the ...

  May 11, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251410107   open full text
• Association of Subacromial Bursa Characteristics With Preoperative Nocturnal Pain and the Efficacy of Surgical Treatment for Pain Relief: A Prospective Cohort Study.
  Guang can Tan, Jian song Zhou, Jian feng Yang, Yu zhe Lin, Lian wei Zhang, Lijiang Han, Hai xiao Liu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Nocturnal pain is a common symptom in patients with subacromial bursitis (SAB), yet its underlying determinants and optimal management remain unclear.Purpose:To evaluate the impact of bursal pathological and morphological features on nocturnal ...

  May 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261440864   open full text
• Arthroscopic Bankart Repair Using the Labral Bridge Technique Reveals Excellent Outcomes at a Minimum Follow-up of 2 Years: A Retrospective Case Series.
  Jakob E. Schanda, Fabian M. Tomanek, Sebastian Conner-Rilk, Philipp R. Heuberer, Ulrich Lanz.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Despite technical advancements, recurrent glenohumeral joint instability after surgical treatment is still a major issue. Challenging conventional arthroscopic Bankart repair, the labral bridge technique provides an even labral compression to ...

  May 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261438108   open full text
• Comparing 2-Year Outcomes between Hip Arthroscopy and Periacetabular Osteotomy for Acetabular Dysplasia With Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome vs. Hip Arthroscopy Alone for Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome Without Dysplasia.
  Allison R. Garden, Andrea M.E. Palazzolo-Ray, Andrew J. Darling, Joshua T. Finerty, Manuel A. Romero-Padron, Nicholas R. Kossoff, Joshua S. Everhart.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) yields excellent clinical outcomes. However, untreated concomitant acetabular dysplasia is associated with higher failure rates after arthroscopy. A combined approach of hip ...

  May 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261435624   open full text
• Diagnostic Utility of CT-Based Acetabular Sector Angles in Pincer-Type Femoroacetabular Impingement: Limitations and Clinical Integration.
  Murat Önder, Abdurrahman Aydın, Muhammed Bilal Kürk, Mustafa Kavasoğlu, Abdulhamit Misir.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 06, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) results from acetabular overcoverage. While computed tomography (CT) with multiplanar reformation (MPR) enables precise measurement of acetabular sector angles (ASAs), the diagnostic utility and ...

  May 06, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434943   open full text
• Midterm Outcomes of Concomitant Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair and Microfracture of Humeral Head, Focal, Full-thickness Cartilage Lesions.
  Samuel Howard, Annette H. Yoon, Alexis B. Sandler, Brian Skura, Richy Charls, Ian Rice, John Tyler, John P. Scanaliato, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 06, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:The treatment of full-thickness cartilage lesions of the humeral head in active-duty servicemembers (ADSMs) who have concomitant full-thickness rotator cuff tears and focal cartilage lesions of the humeral head is uncommon and presents clinical ...

  May 06, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436439   open full text
• Surgical Timing After Acromioclavicular Joint Separation: Association With Clinical Outcomes.
  Mallory B. Lane, Jacob Siahaan, James M. Gregory.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Treatment of acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) separations continually lacks consensus between providers, and while low-grade injuries generally respond well to conservative management, high-grade injury management is more complex. For patients ...

  May 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261438133   open full text
• Surgical Positioning in Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: Comparable Outcomes but Longer Operative Times in the Beach-Chair Position.
  Madeline M. McGovern, Omar A. Protzuk, Kristen N. Reikersdorfer, Nathan Sherman, Jillian L. Mazzocca, Jamie Collins, Elizabeth G. Matzkin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (RCR) can be performed with patients in either the lateral decubitus (LDP) or beach-chair position (BCP). There are limited data exploring the effect of patient positioning on outcomes after RCR.Hypothesis:There ...

  May 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436427   open full text
• The Effect of Pressurized Carbon Dioxide Lavage on Osteochondral Allograft.
  Ran Atzmon, Wen-Teh Chang, Calvin Chan, Kenneth Lin, Stewart A. Bryant, Allen Seo, Brian J. Cole, Geoff Abrams, Seth L. Sherman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 05, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Osteochondral allograft (OCA) transplantation is often utilized for treating osteochondral lesions of the knee due to limited cartilage regenerative capabilities. The use of liquid orthobiologic agents such as bone marrow aspirate concentrate ...

  May 05, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261438104   open full text
• Progression to Osteoarthritis After the Surgical Treatment of Anterior Shoulder Instability: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
  Charles B. Colson, Bradley J. Lauck, Jackson M. Cathey, Bobby G. Yow, Nicholas A. Trasolini, Brian R. Waterman, Alan W. Reynolds.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Traumatic anterior shoulder instability (ASI) is common among young, active patients, with a progression to glenohumeral osteoarthritis (OA) in up to 55% of patients. Surgical stabilization procedures are routinely offered to patients; however, ...

  May 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436437   open full text
• 2.0-mm Diameter Arthroscopy versus MRI in Predicting Appropriate Surgical Management of Intra-articular Shoulder Pathology: A Blinded, Prospective Study.
  Clarence Cabatu, Alexander M. Friedman, John A. Grotting, Zachary Williams, Tal S. David.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:Small-bore needle arthroscopy (SNA) has emerged as a minimally invasive diagnostic tool in outpatient orthopaedics, allowing direct intra-articular visualization and serving as a potential alternative to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).Purpose:...

  May 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434938   open full text
• #KneeOsteotomy: Evaluation of the Quality and Educational Value of TikTok Videos.
  Moses K.D. El Kayali, Luis V. Bürck, Stephen Fahy, Alan Getgood, Benjamin Bartek, Tobias Jung, Stephan Oehme.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:TikTok videos on orthopaedic topics receive high engagement, but the quality of content on knee osteotomies is unclear.Purpose:To assess the quality, reliability, and educational value of TikTok videos on knee osteotomy.Study Design:Cross-...

  May 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428460   open full text
• Primary Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in Major League Baseball Pitchers: An Analysis of Factors Associated With Successful Return to Preinjury Level of Performance.
  Wei-Lin Chang, Hung-Yu Chen, Hsuan-Hsiao Ma, Kun-Hui Chen, Hsiao-Li Ma, En-Rung Chiang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:An increasing number of Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers are receiving ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction (UCLR). However, a substantial proportion of pitchers do not regain their preinjury level of performance. Currently, limited ...

  May 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434607   open full text
• Relationship Between Cam Lesion Size, Its Excision, and Hip Osteoarthritis Progression: A Contralateral-Controlled Study Using Joint Space Width After Unilateral Hip Arthroscopy.
  Emre Acar, Selahaddin Aydemir, Gürhan Tükel, Özgür Aydın, Ümit Ali Karabağ, Mehmet Emin Arayıcı, Onur Hapa.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. May 04, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
  Background:The effect of hip arthroscopy on the natural progression of osteoarthritis is still unclear.Purpose:To clarify the relationship between unilateral hip arthroscopy, the size of the cam lesion, and its excision on the progression of hip ...

  May 04, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434247   open full text
• Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Chronic Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review.
  Verbeke Amélie, Vanwalleghem Ella.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 30, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Lateral elbow tendinopathy (LET) is a common musculoskeletal disorder caused by overuse, resulting in microtrauma to the extensor tendons. Because of its complex pathophysiology and high recurrence rate, LET poses significant treatment ...

  April 30, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261420423   open full text
• Effect of Paralabral Cysts on 5-Year Patient-Reported Outcomes After Hip Arthroscopy for Labral Tear.
  Hao Sun, FeiXue Yang, ShengSong Zhou, HongJie Huang, JianQuan Wang.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 30, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Paralabral cysts are one of the signs of labral injury; however, it remains unclear whether they affect the mid-term clinical outcomes after hip arthroscopy.Purpose:To compare the midterm patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of hip arthroscopy for ...

  April 30, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261418059   open full text
• Partial Lesions of the Medial Collateral Ligament Increase the Load on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - A Biomechanical Study.
  Vera Thielking, Luise Hägerich, Michael Raschke, Alina Albert, Elmar Herbst, Christoph Kittl, Adrian Deichsel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are often associated with injuries to the anteromedial structures, with partial ruptures of the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) being the most common type thereof. The aim of this ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00030   open full text
• Partial Lesions of the Medial Collateral Ligament Increase the Load on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - A Biomechanical Study.
  Vera Thielking, Luise Hägerich, Michael Raschke, Alina Albert, Elmar Herbst, Christoph Kittl, Adrian Deichsel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are often associated with injuries to the anteromedial structures, with partial ruptures of the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) being the most common type thereof. The aim of this ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00030   open full text
• Osteoarthritis in Germany: Three Decades of Rising Burden and Projections to 2040 and a Call for Transformation in Knee Health Policy: Digital Transformation and Prediction.
  Mohammad Ali Alshrouf, Sportklinik HellersenLüdenscheid Germany.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Osteoarthritis (OA) represents a leading source of disability in Germany’s aging population, with knee OA contributing the highest burden. This study aimed to evaluate long-term trends in OA incidence, prevalence, and disability-adjusted life ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00031   open full text
• Partial Lesions of the Medial Collateral Ligament Increase the Load on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction - A Biomechanical Study.
  Vera Thielking, Luise Hägerich, Michael Raschke, Alina Albert, Elmar Herbst, Christoph Kittl, Adrian Deichsel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are often associated with injuries to the anteromedial structures, with partial ruptures of the superficial medial collateral ligament (sMCL) being the most common type thereof. The aim of this ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00030   open full text
• Osteoarthritis in Germany: Three Decades of Rising Burden and Projections to 2040 and a Call for Transformation in Knee Health Policy: Digital Transformation and Prediction.
  Mohammad Ali Alshrouf, Sportklinik HellersenLüdenscheid Germany.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Osteoarthritis (OA) represents a leading source of disability in Germany’s aging population, with knee OA contributing the highest burden. This study aimed to evaluate long-term trends in OA incidence, prevalence, and disability-adjusted life ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00031   open full text
• Mapping of Patellar Fracture Patterns: A multicenter Study of 237 Patients Patellar Fracture Patterns.
  Julia Elisabeth Lenz, Amadeus Schraag, Luis Plank, Christian von Rüden, Volker Alt, Johannes Weber.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Patellar fractures are rare but clinically significant due to their impact on knee function. These injuries vary from simple transverse to complex comminuted patterns. Computed tomography (CT) offers superior visualization compared to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00029   open full text
• Mapping of Patellar Fracture Patterns: A multicenter Study of 237 Patients Patellar Fracture Patterns.
  Julia Elisabeth Lenz, Amadeus Schraag, Luis Plank, Christian von Rüden, Volker Alt, Johannes Weber.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Patellar fractures are rare but clinically significant due to their impact on knee function. These injuries vary from simple transverse to complex comminuted patterns. Computed tomography (CT) offers superior visualization compared to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00029   open full text
• Mapping of Patellar Fracture Patterns: A multicenter Study of 237 Patients Patellar Fracture Patterns.
  Julia Elisabeth Lenz, Amadeus Schraag, Luis Plank, Christian von Rüden, Volker Alt, Johannes Weber.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Patellar fractures are rare but clinically significant due to their impact on knee function. These injuries vary from simple transverse to complex comminuted patterns. Computed tomography (CT) offers superior visualization compared to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00029   open full text
• Stop X – Implementation and Evaluation of the Injury Prevention Programme in Professional and Young Elite-Level Female Football: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Jonas Seiler, Laura Keller, Matthias Rosa, Gerrit Bode, Hagen Schmal, Lisa Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:A high prevalence of lower limb injuries has been observed in women’s football with ACL-injuries and thigh injuries on the rise [1, 2]. Injury analyses highlight horizontal movements such as sprinting and change-of-direction manoeuvres as well ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00024   open full text
• Stop X – Implementation and Evaluation of the Injury Prevention Programme in Professional and Young Elite-Level Female Football: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Jonas Seiler, Laura Keller, Matthias Rosa, Gerrit Bode, Hagen Schmal, Lisa Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:A high prevalence of lower limb injuries has been observed in women’s football with ACL-injuries and thigh injuries on the rise [1, 2]. Injury analyses highlight horizontal movements such as sprinting and change-of-direction manoeuvres as well ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00024   open full text
• Stop X – Implementation and Evaluation of the Injury Prevention Programme in Professional and Young Elite-Level Female Football: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Jonas Seiler, Laura Keller, Matthias Rosa, Gerrit Bode, Hagen Schmal, Lisa Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:A high prevalence of lower limb injuries has been observed in women’s football with ACL-injuries and thigh injuries on the rise [1, 2]. Injury analyses highlight horizontal movements such as sprinting and change-of-direction manoeuvres as well ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00024   open full text
• Patellar Fractures in Germany: Epidemiology and Treatment Trends (2019–2023).
  Belal Abdo, Katrin Lips, Gero Knapp, Christoph Biehl, Christian Heiß, Markus Rupp.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Background:Patellar fractures are knee-related injuries with variable fracture morphology and diverse surgical treatment approaches. The aim of this study was to describe epidemiological characteristics, treatment strategies, and temporal developments of ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00037   open full text
• Patellar Fractures in Germany: Epidemiology and Treatment Trends (2019–2023).
  Belal Abdo, Katrin Lips, Gero Knapp, Christoph Biehl, Christian Heiß, Markus Rupp.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Background:Patellar fractures are knee-related injuries with variable fracture morphology and diverse surgical treatment approaches. The aim of this study was to describe epidemiological characteristics, treatment strategies, and temporal developments of ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00037   open full text
• Effectiveness of Exercise Prehabilitation Before Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction on Functional Outcomes – A Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Christoph Offerhaus, Rebecca Abel, Daniel Niederer, Alexander Glowa, Niklas Hansen, Christiane Wilke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Although the effectiveness of preoperative trainings prior to an ACL reconstruction is well established, no clear consensus regarding the specific content, optimal supervision (one-on-one guidance or self-administered training) and the overall ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00041   open full text
• Effectiveness of Exercise Prehabilitation Before Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction on Functional Outcomes – A Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Christoph Offerhaus, Rebecca Abel, Daniel Niederer, Alexander Glowa, Niklas Hansen, Christiane Wilke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Although the effectiveness of preoperative trainings prior to an ACL reconstruction is well established, no clear consensus regarding the specific content, optimal supervision (one-on-one guidance or self-administered training) and the overall ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00041   open full text
• Patellar Fractures in Germany: Epidemiology and Treatment Trends (2019–2023).
  Belal Abdo, Katrin Lips, Gero Knapp, Christoph Biehl, Christian Heiß, Markus Rupp.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Background:Patellar fractures are knee-related injuries with variable fracture morphology and diverse surgical treatment approaches. The aim of this study was to describe epidemiological characteristics, treatment strategies, and temporal developments of ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00037   open full text
• Anatomical Risk Factors for the Radiological Assessment of Patellofemoral Instability Show Gender-Specific Differences in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective MRI Analysis.
  Rene Schroedter, Amir Koutp, Bernhard Guggenberger, Martin Svehlik, Matthias Sperl, Sebastian Tschauner, Tanja Kraus.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) occurs predominantly during adolescence, with a higher incidence in females compared to males. Anatomical risk factors such as trochlear dysplasia, patellar height abnormalities, lateralized patella, and ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00032   open full text
• Anatomical Risk Factors for the Radiological Assessment of Patellofemoral Instability Show Gender-Specific Differences in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective MRI Analysis.
  Rene Schroedter, Amir Koutp, Bernhard Guggenberger, Martin Svehlik, Matthias Sperl, Sebastian Tschauner, Tanja Kraus.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Patellofemoral instability (PFI) occurs predominantly during adolescence, with a higher incidence in females compared to males. Anatomical risk factors such as trochlear dysplasia, patellar height abnormalities, lateralized patella, and ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00032   open full text
• The Preoperative Sagittal Tibial Tubercle-Trochlear Groove Distance Predicts Postoperative Outcome in Patients Undergoing Trochleoplasty: Patellofemoral.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Luis Navas, Felix Zimmermann, Abd El Nasser, Christian Lattermann, Peter Balzarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The sagittal tibial tubercle–trochlear groove (sTTTG) distance has emerged as a novel parameter in assessing patellofemoral malalignment. Its role in predicting postoperative outcomes especially after trochleoplasty remains unclear. This study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00033   open full text
• The Preoperative Sagittal Tibial Tubercle-Trochlear Groove Distance Predicts Postoperative Outcome in Patients Undergoing Trochleoplasty: Patellofemoral.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Luis Navas, Felix Zimmermann, Abd El Nasser, Christian Lattermann, Peter Balzarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The sagittal tibial tubercle–trochlear groove (sTTTG) distance has emerged as a novel parameter in assessing patellofemoral malalignment. Its role in predicting postoperative outcomes especially after trochleoplasty remains unclear. This study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00033   open full text
• Radiological and Clinical Outcomes Following Arthroscopic-Assisted Transtibial Fracture Reduction and Bone Grafting without Osteosynthesis in Posterolateral Tibial Compression Fractures with Concomitant Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Fractures.
  Claas Neidlein, Sebastian Colcuc, Patric Kröpil, Christian Schoepp.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Posterolateral tibial plateau compression fractures (PTPCF) are frequently associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and are a key factor contributing to postoperative instability and graft failure. The necessity of additional ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00028   open full text
• The Preoperative Sagittal Tibial Tubercle-Trochlear Groove Distance Predicts Postoperative Outcome in Patients Undergoing Trochleoplasty: Patellofemoral.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Luis Navas, Felix Zimmermann, Abd El Nasser, Christian Lattermann, Peter Balzarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The sagittal tibial tubercle–trochlear groove (sTTTG) distance has emerged as a novel parameter in assessing patellofemoral malalignment. Its role in predicting postoperative outcomes especially after trochleoplasty remains unclear. This study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00033   open full text
• Radiological and Clinical Outcomes Following Arthroscopic-Assisted Transtibial Fracture Reduction and Bone Grafting without Osteosynthesis in Posterolateral Tibial Compression Fractures with Concomitant Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Fractures.
  Claas Neidlein, Sebastian Colcuc, Patric Kröpil, Christian Schoepp.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Posterolateral tibial plateau compression fractures (PTPCF) are frequently associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and are a key factor contributing to postoperative instability and graft failure. The necessity of additional ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00028   open full text
• Optimization of Regeneration Conditions for Hyaline Articular Cartilage during Minced Cartilage Implantation – in vitro Characterization of an Innovative Hydrogel Matrix.
  Sina Gräber, Alia Schulz, Lisa Schoebel, Aldo R. Boccaccini, Christoph Lutter, Rainer Bader, Janine Waletzko.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The aim of this study was the development of a novel hydrogel based approach for minced cartilage implantation and thein vitrocharacterization of the hydrogel as a carrier matrix. This matrix is intended to improve the regeneration conditions ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00036   open full text
• Optimization of Regeneration Conditions for Hyaline Articular Cartilage during Minced Cartilage Implantation – in vitro Characterization of an Innovative Hydrogel Matrix.
  Sina Gräber, Alia Schulz, Lisa Schoebel, Aldo R. Boccaccini, Christoph Lutter, Rainer Bader, Janine Waletzko.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The aim of this study was the development of a novel hydrogel based approach for minced cartilage implantation and thein vitrocharacterization of the hydrogel as a carrier matrix. This matrix is intended to improve the regeneration conditions ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00036   open full text
• Age at the Time of Surgery Does Not Compromise the Outcome of Deepening Trochleoplasty: Results from Under- and Over 30-Years-Olds: Patellofemoral.
  Danko Dan Milinkovic, Felix Zimmermann, Julian Flügel, Sebastian Schmidt, Peter Balcarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Lateral patellar dislocation (LPD) typically occurs in the young and active population but might also affect patients over 30 years of age. Conflicting reports regarding the influence of age at the time of surgery and postoperative patient-...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00027   open full text
• Age at the Time of Surgery Does Not Compromise the Outcome of Deepening Trochleoplasty: Results from Under- and Over 30-Years-Olds: Patellofemoral.
  Danko Dan Milinkovic, Felix Zimmermann, Julian Flügel, Sebastian Schmidt, Peter Balcarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Lateral patellar dislocation (LPD) typically occurs in the young and active population but might also affect patients over 30 years of age. Conflicting reports regarding the influence of age at the time of surgery and postoperative patient-...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00027   open full text
• Effect of Vancomycin, Gentamicin and Clindamycin on Cartilage Cells In Vitro.
  Hermann Mayr, Nina Regenbrecht, Moritz F. Mayr, Michael Seidenstuecker, Felix Mayr.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The treatment of grafts with vancomycin for ligament reconstruction in knee surgery is the current standard. However, high antibiotic concentrations have chondrotoxic effects. Purpose: To test the chondrotoxicity of clindamycin, gentamicin and ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00035   open full text
• Age at the Time of Surgery Does Not Compromise the Outcome of Deepening Trochleoplasty: Results from Under- and Over 30-Years-Olds: Patellofemoral.
  Danko Dan Milinkovic, Felix Zimmermann, Julian Flügel, Sebastian Schmidt, Peter Balcarek.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Lateral patellar dislocation (LPD) typically occurs in the young and active population but might also affect patients over 30 years of age. Conflicting reports regarding the influence of age at the time of surgery and postoperative patient-...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00027   open full text
• Effect of Vancomycin, Gentamicin and Clindamycin on Cartilage Cells In Vitro.
  Hermann Mayr, Nina Regenbrecht, Moritz F. Mayr, Michael Seidenstuecker, Felix Mayr.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The treatment of grafts with vancomycin for ligament reconstruction in knee surgery is the current standard. However, high antibiotic concentrations have chondrotoxic effects. Purpose: To test the chondrotoxicity of clindamycin, gentamicin and ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00035   open full text
• Are the Peripheral Stabilizers as Important as the Roots? – An RSA-Based Biomechanical Study of Meniscal Attachments.
  Adrian Deichsel, Falk Thilo Schmitz, Matthias Klimek, Michael Raschke, Moritz Martinovic, Elmar Herbst, Christian Peez, Sven Scheffler, Christoph Kittl.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The peripheral meniscal stabilizers (PS), composed of the meniscotibial ligament and meniscocapsular fibers, are of interest because their insufficiency can lead to extrusion. However, their exact function remains unclear. The aim of this study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00025   open full text
• Are the Peripheral Stabilizers as Important as the Roots? – An RSA-Based Biomechanical Study of Meniscal Attachments.
  Adrian Deichsel, Falk Thilo Schmitz, Matthias Klimek, Michael Raschke, Moritz Martinovic, Elmar Herbst, Christian Peez, Sven Scheffler, Christoph Kittl.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The peripheral meniscal stabilizers (PS), composed of the meniscotibial ligament and meniscocapsular fibers, are of interest because their insufficiency can lead to extrusion. However, their exact function remains unclear. The aim of this study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00025   open full text
• Tibial Plateau Fractures in the Elderly: No Increased Complication Rate After Surgical Treatment – A Two Center Analysis.
  Florian Springer, Pascal Martin, Fabian Stuby, Wolfgang Böcker, Robert Pätzold, Markus Bormann, Julian Fürmetz, Lena Keppler.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Tibial plateau fractures are complex knee joint injuries whose incidence is increasing, particularly among older patients. However, it remains unclear whether surgical treatment in geriatric patients leads to higher complication rates due to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00038   open full text
• Are the Peripheral Stabilizers as Important as the Roots? – An RSA-Based Biomechanical Study of Meniscal Attachments.
  Adrian Deichsel, Falk Thilo Schmitz, Matthias Klimek, Michael Raschke, Moritz Martinovic, Elmar Herbst, Christian Peez, Sven Scheffler, Christoph Kittl.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The peripheral meniscal stabilizers (PS), composed of the meniscotibial ligament and meniscocapsular fibers, are of interest because their insufficiency can lead to extrusion. However, their exact function remains unclear. The aim of this study ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00025   open full text
• Tibial Plateau Fractures in the Elderly: No Increased Complication Rate After Surgical Treatment – A Two Center Analysis.
  Florian Springer, Pascal Martin, Fabian Stuby, Wolfgang Böcker, Robert Pätzold, Markus Bormann, Julian Fürmetz, Lena Keppler.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Tibial plateau fractures are complex knee joint injuries whose incidence is increasing, particularly among older patients. However, it remains unclear whether surgical treatment in geriatric patients leads to higher complication rates due to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00038   open full text
• Popliteal Pseudoaneurysm after Medial Open Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy: Osteotomy.
  M. Canberk Göktepe, Michael Clarius, Tobias Bernschneider.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Medial open wedge high tibial osteotomy is an effective procedure to treat isolated medial unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis and varus knee alignment. Respecting individual variance of surrounding anatomical structures is one of the keys to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00040   open full text
• Popliteal Pseudoaneurysm after Medial Open Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy: Osteotomy.
  M. Canberk Göktepe, Michael Clarius, Tobias Bernschneider.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Medial open wedge high tibial osteotomy is an effective procedure to treat isolated medial unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis and varus knee alignment. Respecting individual variance of surrounding anatomical structures is one of the keys to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00040   open full text
• High Rates of Subjective Instability Following Tibial Plateau Fractures: Results of a Multicenter Study.
  Antonia Donat, Robert Pätzold, Claas Neidlein, Wolfgang Böcker, Boris Holzapfel, Julian Fürmetz, Markus Bormann.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Tibial plateau fractures (TPF) are increasingly regarded as complex knee joint injuries rather than isolated fractures. However, standardized recommendations for the diagnosis and management of concomitant soft-tissue injuries are still ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00026   open full text
• Popliteal Pseudoaneurysm after Medial Open Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy: Osteotomy.
  M. Canberk Göktepe, Michael Clarius, Tobias Bernschneider.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Medial open wedge high tibial osteotomy is an effective procedure to treat isolated medial unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis and varus knee alignment. Respecting individual variance of surrounding anatomical structures is one of the keys to ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00040   open full text
• High Rates of Subjective Instability Following Tibial Plateau Fractures: Results of a Multicenter Study.
  Antonia Donat, Robert Pätzold, Claas Neidlein, Wolfgang Böcker, Boris Holzapfel, Julian Fürmetz, Markus Bormann.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Tibial plateau fractures (TPF) are increasingly regarded as complex knee joint injuries rather than isolated fractures. However, standardized recommendations for the diagnosis and management of concomitant soft-tissue injuries are still ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00026   open full text
• Efficacy of a Mobile Health App in Meniscus Rehabilitation: A Prospective Multicenter RCT: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Judith Podszun, Frithjof Doerks, Rene Kaiser, Christian Sobau, Oliver Eckardt, Andree Ellermann, Mirco Herbort, Gerrit Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscus injuries are a common cause of knee dysfunction, often requiring surgical intervention such as meniscus repair or meniscectomy. They also frequently occur as concomitant injury in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures. Effective ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00034   open full text
• Efficacy of a Mobile Health App in Meniscus Rehabilitation: A Prospective Multicenter RCT: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Judith Podszun, Frithjof Doerks, Rene Kaiser, Christian Sobau, Oliver Eckardt, Andree Ellermann, Mirco Herbort, Gerrit Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscus injuries are a common cause of knee dysfunction, often requiring surgical intervention such as meniscus repair or meniscectomy. They also frequently occur as concomitant injury in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures. Effective ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00034   open full text
• Efficacy of a Mobile Health App in Meniscus Rehabilitation: A Prospective Multicenter RCT: Prevention, Prehab and Rehab.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Judith Podszun, Frithjof Doerks, Rene Kaiser, Christian Sobau, Oliver Eckardt, Andree Ellermann, Mirco Herbort, Gerrit Bode.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscus injuries are a common cause of knee dysfunction, often requiring surgical intervention such as meniscus repair or meniscectomy. They also frequently occur as concomitant injury in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures. Effective ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00034   open full text
• Preoperative Antiseptic Skin Cleansing Does Not Reduce Intraoperative Skin Contamination in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Benjamin Bartek, Alexandra Völkner, Stephan Oehme, Stephen Fahy, Tobias Winkler, Tobias Jung.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:This prospective study investigated whether preoperative antiseptic whole-body skin cleansing reduces bacterial contamination and surgical site infections (SSI) after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). We hypothesized that ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00042   open full text
• Preoperative Antiseptic Skin Cleansing Does Not Reduce Intraoperative Skin Contamination in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Benjamin Bartek, Alexandra Völkner, Stephan Oehme, Stephen Fahy, Tobias Winkler, Tobias Jung.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:This prospective study investigated whether preoperative antiseptic whole-body skin cleansing reduces bacterial contamination and surgical site infections (SSI) after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). We hypothesized that ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00042   open full text
• The Role of Sagittal Tibial Tubercle-Trochlear Groove Distance in Patellofemoral Joint Loading: A Computational Modeling Analysis: Patellofemoral.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Domenico Franco, Chilan Bou Ghosson Leite, Cale A. Jacobs, Christian Lattermann.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The tibial tubercle to trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance is a key metric for evaluating patellofemoral (PF) pathologies, with larger distances associated with instability and cartilage degeneration. The sagittal TT-TG (sTT-TG), measured as the ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00039   open full text
• Preoperative Antiseptic Skin Cleansing Does Not Reduce Intraoperative Skin Contamination in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.
  Benjamin Bartek, Alexandra Völkner, Stephan Oehme, Stephen Fahy, Tobias Winkler, Tobias Jung.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:This prospective study investigated whether preoperative antiseptic whole-body skin cleansing reduces bacterial contamination and surgical site infections (SSI) after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). We hypothesized that ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00042   open full text
• The Role of Sagittal Tibial Tubercle-Trochlear Groove Distance in Patellofemoral Joint Loading: A Computational Modeling Analysis: Patellofemoral.
  Sebastian Schmidt, Domenico Franco, Chilan Bou Ghosson Leite, Cale A. Jacobs, Christian Lattermann.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 29, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl3, April 2026.
  Objectives:The tibial tubercle to trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance is a key metric for evaluating patellofemoral (PF) pathologies, with larger distances associated with instability and cartilage degeneration. The sagittal TT-TG (sTT-TG), measured as the ...

  April 29, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00039   open full text
• Rest Before Physical Therapy Is Not Necessary to Achieve Bony Healing of Lumbar Spondylolysis in Adolescent Athletes.
  Emily A. Sweeney, Anastasia Fischer, Madison Brna, Lisa Martin, Jingzhen Yang, Mitchell Selhorst.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 28, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Bony healing rates of spondylolysis on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are low, and it is unknown how timing of physical therapy (PT) affects healing.Hypothesis:It was hypothesized that (1) initiating PT immediately after spondylolysis ...

  April 28, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261421595   open full text
• Rest Before Physical Therapy Is Not Necessary to Achieve Bony Healing of Lumbar Spondylolysis in Adolescent Athletes.
  Emily A. Sweeney, Anastasia Fischer, Madison Brna, Lisa Martin, Jingzhen Yang, Mitchell Selhorst.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 28, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Bony healing rates of spondylolysis on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are low, and it is unknown how timing of physical therapy (PT) affects healing.Hypothesis:It was hypothesized that (1) initiating PT immediately after spondylolysis ...

  April 28, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261421595   open full text
• Long-term Outcomes of Knee Brace Versus Operative Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Repair in Children With First-Time Traumatic Patellar Dislocation: A 10-Year Follow-up From Skeletal Immaturity to Adulthood.
  Johan von Heideken, Elizabeth Arendt, Marie Askenberger.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 27, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Optimal management of first-time traumatic patellar dislocation (FTPD) in pediatric patients remains disputed. Nonoperative treatment avoids surgical risks and may be optimal for select patients, whereas operative medial patellofemoral ligament ...

  April 27, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432589   open full text
• Transfer Learning From Hand-Trained Deep Learning Models to Estimate Bone Age From Knee Radiographs.
  Joshua T. Bram, Ayoosh Pareek, Amir Daliliyazdi, M. Moein Shariatnia, Samuel A. Beber, Ruth H. Jones, Olivia C. Tracey, Daniel W. Green, Peter D. Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 24, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Orthopaedic surgeons treating skeletally immature patients with knee pathology rely on an accurate evaluation of skeletal age. Although the Greulich and Pyle atlas remains the gold standard for bone age estimation, it requires additional hand ...

  April 24, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424923   open full text
• Transfer Learning From Hand-Trained Deep Learning Models to Estimate Bone Age From Knee Radiographs.
  Joshua T. Bram, Ayoosh Pareek, Amir Daliliyazdi, M. Moein Shariatnia, Samuel A. Beber, Ruth H. Jones, Olivia C. Tracey, Daniel W. Green, Peter D. Fabricant.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 24, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Orthopaedic surgeons treating skeletally immature patients with knee pathology rely on an accurate evaluation of skeletal age. Although the Greulich and Pyle atlas remains the gold standard for bone age estimation, it requires additional hand ...

  April 24, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424923   open full text
• Outcomes of ACL Reconstruction with Quadriceps Tendon Graft Based on Graft Diameter Relative to Notch Width.
  Sahil Dadoo, Romed P. Vieider, Camila Grandberg, Nicholas P. Drain, Fritz Steuer, Luke T. Mattar, Jacob Hartline, Jonathan D. Hughes, James J. Irrgang, Volker Musahl.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 23, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:While quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft is being increasingly utilized for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), there remains limited evaluation of how QT autograft diameter and the ratio of graft diameter to femoral notch ...

  April 23, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261433007   open full text
• Outcomes of ACL Reconstruction with Quadriceps Tendon Graft Based on Graft Diameter Relative to Notch Width.
  Sahil Dadoo, Romed P. Vieider, Camila Grandberg, Nicholas P. Drain, Fritz Steuer, Luke T. Mattar, Jacob Hartline, Jonathan D. Hughes, James J. Irrgang, Volker Musahl.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 23, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:While quadriceps tendon (QT) autograft is being increasingly utilized for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), there remains limited evaluation of how QT autograft diameter and the ratio of graft diameter to femoral notch ...

  April 23, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261433007   open full text
• Factors Associated with Quadriceps Strength Recovery at 6 and 12 Months After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Tendon-Bone, Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone, and Hamstring Tendon Autografts.
  Nozomi Aibara, Yusuke Hashimoto, Shinya Yamasaki, Ikuhisa Yanagida, Koshi Asaka, Shingo Otsuki.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 23, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using a quadriceps tendon with bone (QTB) autograft has been associated with reduced quadriceps strength at 6 months postoperatively compared to other autograft options. However, limited studies ...

  April 23, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432666   open full text
• Relationship of Baseline Physical Activity and Morphologic Factors in Patients With Lateral Patellar Instability.
  Yuka Kimura, Hikaru Kristi Ishibashi, Kyota Ishibashi, Eiji Sasaki, Lin Cheng, Eiichi Tsuda, Yasuyuki Ishibashi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 23, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Lateral patellar instability is more common in adolescents and young adults, and morphologic factors contribute to patellar dislocation. However, the relationship between baseline physical activity and morphologic risk factors in this ...

  April 23, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434246   open full text
• Factors Associated with Quadriceps Strength Recovery at 6 and 12 Months After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Tendon-Bone, Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone, and Hamstring Tendon Autografts.
  Nozomi Aibara, Yusuke Hashimoto, Shinya Yamasaki, Ikuhisa Yanagida, Koshi Asaka, Shingo Otsuki.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 23, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using a quadriceps tendon with bone (QTB) autograft has been associated with reduced quadriceps strength at 6 months postoperatively compared to other autograft options. However, limited studies ...

  April 23, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432666   open full text
• Comparison of Physical Therapy, Corticosteroid Injections, and Ultrasound-Guided Barbotage for Nonoperative and Operative Management of Calcific Tendinitis.
  Ryan Gilbert, Sahil Dadoo, Ryan Lin, Neel Bhardwaj, Sophia McMahon, Fritz Steuer, Luilly Vargas, Bryson P. Lesniak, Mark Rodosky, Albert Lin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder is a common, painful rotator cuff disorder with both nonoperative and operative treatment options. The optimal nonoperative modality remains unclear, and it is not well understood how previous nonoperative ...

  April 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434919   open full text
• Comparison of Physical Therapy, Corticosteroid Injections, and Ultrasound-Guided Barbotage for Nonoperative and Operative Management of Calcific Tendinitis.
  Ryan Gilbert, Sahil Dadoo, Ryan Lin, Neel Bhardwaj, Sophia McMahon, Fritz Steuer, Luilly Vargas, Bryson P. Lesniak, Mark Rodosky, Albert Lin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder is a common, painful rotator cuff disorder with both nonoperative and operative treatment options. The optimal nonoperative modality remains unclear, and it is not well understood how previous nonoperative ...

  April 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434919   open full text
• Deep Learning-Based Automatic Glenohumeral Joint Segmentation for Determining Whether the Hill-Sachs Lesion Is On-Track or Off-Track.
  Fangzheng Zhou, Yaohui Yang, Zhiyao Zhao, Hairui Zhang, Xiaoning Liu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Accurate quantification of the glenoid track is critical for determining optimal treatment strategies in patients with anterior shoulder instability. However, conventional computed tomography (CT)-based assessment methods require approximately ...

  April 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436434   open full text
• Long Head of the Biceps Tendon Augmentation in Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Offers Good Clinical Results and Pain Relief With a Low Failure Rate.
  Adrian Góralczyk, Krzysztof Kaliszuk, Piotr Depta, Ksawery J. Kordecki, Piotr Kaluta, Michał Chojnowski, Shahbaz S. Malik, Adam Kwapisz, Piotr Jancewicz, Krzysztof Hermanowicz.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 22, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Techniques incorporating the long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) into repair of massive irreparable rotator cuff tears (MIRCTs) have been reported to present good clinical outcomes in a short-term follow-up, but there is a lack of studies ...

  April 22, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434219   open full text
• Epidemiology of Softball Injuries Comparison of Softball-Related Injuries at US Emergency Departments Between High School and Collegiate Athletes: A 10-Year NEISS Analysis, 2015-2024.
  John R. Tyler, Bodrie Jensen, Ian Rice, Ryan Card, Alex Paulini, John P. Scanaliato, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Softball is among the most widely played sports for women in the United States (US). However, contemporary comparisons of injury epidemiology between high school- and college-aged athletes are limited.Purpose:To provide an updated, comparative ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434248   open full text
• Epidemiology of Softball Injuries Comparison of Softball-Related Injuries at US Emergency Departments Between High School and Collegiate Athletes: A 10-Year NEISS Analysis, 2015-2024.
  John R. Tyler, Bodrie Jensen, Ian Rice, Ryan Card, Alex Paulini, John P. Scanaliato, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Softball is among the most widely played sports for women in the United States (US). However, contemporary comparisons of injury epidemiology between high school- and college-aged athletes are limited.Purpose:To provide an updated, comparative ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261434248   open full text
• Return to Sport and Long-term Performance Levels in Weight Lifters Treated for Advanced Glenohumeral Arthritis With Inlay Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
  Andrew A. Barrett, Alexandra D. Moutafis, Zachary A. Blashinsky, Danielle M. Olsen, Christopher D. Ciesla, Camila A. Torres-Caiaffa, Mymuna Monem, Matthias R. Schurhoff, Luis A. Vargas, John E. Zvijac, John W. Uribe.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) is challenging in weight lifters due to their relatively young age and desire for sport continuation.Purpose/Hypothesis:This study aimed to assess return to weight lifting and long-term outcomes after inlay-TSA ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436433   open full text
• Return to Sport and Long-term Performance Levels in Weight Lifters Treated for Advanced Glenohumeral Arthritis With Inlay Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
  Andrew A. Barrett, Alexandra D. Moutafis, Zachary A. Blashinsky, Danielle M. Olsen, Christopher D. Ciesla, Camila A. Torres-Caiaffa, Mymuna Monem, Matthias R. Schurhoff, Luis A. Vargas, John E. Zvijac, John W. Uribe.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) is challenging in weight lifters due to their relatively young age and desire for sport continuation.Purpose/Hypothesis:This study aimed to assess return to weight lifting and long-term outcomes after inlay-TSA ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261436433   open full text
• The Influence of Athlete-Specific Factors on Time to Return to Sport Clearance Following Hip Arthroscopy for Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome in Division I Collegiate Athletes.
  Matthew L. Kuik, Matthew B. Blomquist, Keith A. Knurr, Andrea M. Spiker.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:High-level athletes who undergo hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) return to sport (RTS) at a high rate. However, the influence of athlete-specific factors, including sport, sex, and clinical and surgical findings, ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251413259   open full text
• The Influence of Athlete-Specific Factors on Time to Return to Sport Clearance Following Hip Arthroscopy for Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome in Division I Collegiate Athletes.
  Matthew L. Kuik, Matthew B. Blomquist, Keith A. Knurr, Andrea M. Spiker.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 21, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:High-level athletes who undergo hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) return to sport (RTS) at a high rate. However, the influence of athlete-specific factors, including sport, sex, and clinical and surgical findings, ...

  April 21, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251413259   open full text
• Testosterone Therapy and Associated Rates of Tendon Tear and Surgical Repair: A Retrospective Analysis.
  Al-Hassan Dajani, Timothy P. Liu, Guillermo Araujo-Espinoza, Kevin Muy, Seth Cope, Kristofer Jones, Thomas J. Kremen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) use is increasing in both men and women with demonstrated benefits for muscle strength, sexual function, and well-being. However, previous studies have linked exogenous testosterone to elevated rates of ...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430731   open full text
• Mapping the Femoral Trochlea: Development of the Multi-level Axial Patellofemoral Score for Trochlear Dysplasia (MAPS-TD) to Classify Trochlear Dysplasia Severity.
  Jason D. Brenner, Steven M. Henick, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Edina Gjonbalaj, Jacob Schulz, Eric D. Fornari, Yungtai Lo, Benjamin J. Levy, Mauricio Drummond.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:There is currently no established standard classification system for stratifying trochlear dysplasia (TD) severity. Many magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based classification systems focus on only a single axial level, even though the trochlear ...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419430   open full text
• Mapping the Femoral Trochlea: Development of the Multi-level Axial Patellofemoral Score for Trochlear Dysplasia (MAPS-TD) to Classify Trochlear Dysplasia Severity.
  Jason D. Brenner, Steven M. Henick, Leila Mehraban Alvandi, Edina Gjonbalaj, Jacob Schulz, Eric D. Fornari, Yungtai Lo, Benjamin J. Levy, Mauricio Drummond.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:There is currently no established standard classification system for stratifying trochlear dysplasia (TD) severity. Many magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based classification systems focus on only a single axial level, even though the trochlear ...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419430   open full text
• Physeal Sparing Combined Extra-articular/Intra-articular Iliotibial Band ACL Reconstruction in Children: A Long-term Strength, Dynamic Balance, and Functional Analysis.
  Benton E. Heyworth, Elizabeth S. Liotta, Jeffrey Kay, Kathryn A. Williams, Mininder S. Kocher, Lyle J. Micheli, Dai Sugimoto.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Despite excellent midterm clinical outcomes in several studies of pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) treatment, the modified McIntosh ACL reconstruction (ACLR) with iliotibial band (ITB) autograft (ITB ACLR) has been referred to as “...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430745   open full text
• Impact of Acetabular Labral Tear Location on Patient-Reported Outcomes and Conversion to Total Hip Arthroplasty After Hip Arthroscopy With an 8-Year Minimum Follow-up.
  Jackson G. Woodrow, Jeffrey S. Mun, Brandon J. Allen, Rachel L. Poutre, Srish S. Chenna, Rishi P. Earla, Stephen M. Gillinov, Bilal S. Siddiq, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Acetabular labral tears are a common cause of hip pain. While larger tear size has been linked to worse outcomes after arthroscopic treatment, the influence of labral tear location remains incompletely understood.Purpose:To investigate how ...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432671   open full text
• Physeal Sparing Combined Extra-articular/Intra-articular Iliotibial Band ACL Reconstruction in Children: A Long-term Strength, Dynamic Balance, and Functional Analysis.
  Benton E. Heyworth, Elizabeth S. Liotta, Jeffrey Kay, Kathryn A. Williams, Mininder S. Kocher, Lyle J. Micheli, Dai Sugimoto.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 20, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Despite excellent midterm clinical outcomes in several studies of pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) treatment, the modified McIntosh ACL reconstruction (ACLR) with iliotibial band (ITB) autograft (ITB ACLR) has been referred to as “...

  April 20, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430745   open full text
• Outcomes of Hip Arthroscopy Patients with Concomitant Lumbosacral Spinal Pathology compared to a Matched Control Cohort at Five-Year Follow-Up.
  Rachel L. Poutre, Jackson G. Woodrow, Brandon J. Allen, Jeffrey S. Mun, Srish S. Chenna, Rishi P. Earla, Stephen M. Gillinov, Bilal S. Siddiq, Kaveh A. Torabian, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Patients with hip and lumbosacral spinal pathologies may experience exacerbated symptoms as a result of these concomitant conditions. There is a paucity of midterm follow-up on patients who undergo primary hip arthroscopy before spinal surgery....

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422260   open full text
• Outcomes of Hip Arthroscopy Patients with Concomitant Lumbosacral Spinal Pathology compared to a Matched Control Cohort at Five-Year Follow-Up.
  Rachel L. Poutre, Jackson G. Woodrow, Brandon J. Allen, Jeffrey S. Mun, Srish S. Chenna, Rishi P. Earla, Stephen M. Gillinov, Bilal S. Siddiq, Kaveh A. Torabian, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Patients with hip and lumbosacral spinal pathologies may experience exacerbated symptoms as a result of these concomitant conditions. There is a paucity of midterm follow-up on patients who undergo primary hip arthroscopy before spinal surgery....

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422260   open full text
• Introducing Increased Lateral Tibial Height and Decreased Medial Meniscal Bone Angle as Independent Risk Factors for Recurrent Patellar Dislocation.
  Lingzhi Li, Zheng Li, Yibo Li, Zihan Lin, Juncai Liu, Yanshi Liu, Hao Jiang, Xu Liu, Zhong Li.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Tibiofemoral rotational malalignment, recognized as a risk factor for recurrent patellar dislocation (RPD), has become a research focus. Although the relationship between femoral morphology and RPD is widely studied, the association between RPD ...

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261421933   open full text
• The Effect of Flexor Hallucis Longus Morphology on Os Trigonum Syndrome.
  Nathan Chaclas, Morgan E. Swanson, Vandan Patel, Jie C. Nguyen, Kathleen J. Maguire.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Os trigonum (OT) is an accessory bone at the posterior ankle that can lead to posterior ankle impingement. The flexor hallucis longus (FHL) muscle is a potential contributor to this pathology as it passes through the fibro-osseous tunnel behind ...

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422731   open full text
• Return-to-Sports Rates After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with High-Grade Impaction Fracture of the Posterolateral Tibial Plateau.
  Sufen Ye, Jiuqun Li, Yunfeng Chu, Jiatong Li, Yulong Qi, Haochi Lun, Mingyang Zou, Tian You.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  BackgroundHigh-grade fracture of the posterolateral tibial plateau (PLTP) has been reported to increase bone loss, which in turn is associated with residual rotational instability and impaired function after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ...

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422713   open full text
• The Effect of Flexor Hallucis Longus Morphology on Os Trigonum Syndrome.
  Nathan Chaclas, Morgan E. Swanson, Vandan Patel, Jie C. Nguyen, Kathleen J. Maguire.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Os trigonum (OT) is an accessory bone at the posterior ankle that can lead to posterior ankle impingement. The flexor hallucis longus (FHL) muscle is a potential contributor to this pathology as it passes through the fibro-osseous tunnel behind ...

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422731   open full text
• The Effect of Flexor Hallucis Longus Morphology on Os Trigonum Syndrome.
  Nathan Chaclas, Morgan E. Swanson, Vandan Patel, Jie C. Nguyen, Kathleen J. Maguire.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 16, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Os trigonum (OT) is an accessory bone at the posterior ankle that can lead to posterior ankle impingement. The flexor hallucis longus (FHL) muscle is a potential contributor to this pathology as it passes through the fibro-osseous tunnel behind ...

  April 16, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422731   open full text
• Passive Laxity With Functional Stability Reveals Potential Bilateral Dynamic Compensatory Mechanisms in Patients Undergoing ACL Reconstruction at Long-term Follow-up.
  Jillian E. Beveridge, Madalyn Hague, Meggin Q. Costa, Lauren R. Parola, Janine Molino, Braden C. Fleming.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Knee stability can be conferred passively by ligaments and menisci and actively by the neuromuscular system. We sought to determine the relationship between passive tibiofemoral alignment and dynamic constraint in patients undergoing anterior ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251414857   open full text
• Postoperative Results of Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome in Athletes and Its Clinical Features.
  Hideaki Nagamoto, Tomohiro Matsui, Hiroki Yabiku, Toshihiro Maemichi, Takeshi Sugimoto, Yasuyoshi Mase, Takanori Saito, Tsukasa Kumai.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Studies on posterior ankle impingement syndrome (PAIS) that focus on clinical features, characteristics, and surgical outcomes are limited.Purpose:To investigate postoperative outcomes of PAIS and identify the factors affecting it.Study Design:...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422259   open full text
• Kinematic and Kinetic Variables Associated With the Contralateral Knee Adduction Moment During Walking After Medial Open-Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  Koji Ikematsu, Hiroki Katagiri, Takehiro Ohmi, Midori Miyazaki, Masaki Amemiya, Jae-Sung An, Hideyuki Koga, Tetsuya Jinno, Tomoko Sakai.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:In patients undergoing medial open-wedge high tibial osteotomy (MOWHTO), the contralateral knee adduction moment (KAM) increases significantly postoperatively, indicating an increased risk of knee osteoarthritis. However, the factors associated ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422229   open full text
• Kinematic and Kinetic Variables Associated With the Contralateral Knee Adduction Moment During Walking After Medial Open-Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  Koji Ikematsu, Hiroki Katagiri, Takehiro Ohmi, Midori Miyazaki, Masaki Amemiya, Jae-Sung An, Hideyuki Koga, Tetsuya Jinno, Tomoko Sakai.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:In patients undergoing medial open-wedge high tibial osteotomy (MOWHTO), the contralateral knee adduction moment (KAM) increases significantly postoperatively, indicating an increased risk of knee osteoarthritis. However, the factors associated ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422229   open full text
• Outcomes of Revision UCL Repair With Internal Brace for Failure of Primary UCL Reconstruction in Professional and Collegiate Baseball Pitchers: A First Look.
  George J. Richard, Anna E. Crawford, Ryan J. Froom, Sydney M. Carlson, Andrew W. Atkinson, Eric A. Mussell, Eva Dreiling, Campbell Aiken, Kevin E. Wilk, Glenn S. Fleisig, Matthew P. Ithurburn, Jeffrey R. Dugas.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Injury of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is common in baseball players. Pitchers are most commonly affected and most likely to have surgery for this injury. The gold standard surgical treatment is UCL reconstruction with autograft; yet, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422231   open full text
• Outcomes of Revision UCL Repair With Internal Brace for Failure of Primary UCL Reconstruction in Professional and Collegiate Baseball Pitchers: A First Look.
  George J. Richard, Anna E. Crawford, Ryan J. Froom, Sydney M. Carlson, Andrew W. Atkinson, Eric A. Mussell, Eva Dreiling, Campbell Aiken, Kevin E. Wilk, Glenn S. Fleisig, Matthew P. Ithurburn, Jeffrey R. Dugas.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Injury of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is common in baseball players. Pitchers are most commonly affected and most likely to have surgery for this injury. The gold standard surgical treatment is UCL reconstruction with autograft; yet, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422231   open full text
• Outcomes of Revision UCL Repair With Internal Brace for Failure of Primary UCL Reconstruction in Professional and Collegiate Baseball Pitchers: A First Look.
  George J. Richard, Anna E. Crawford, Ryan J. Froom, Sydney M. Carlson, Andrew W. Atkinson, Eric A. Mussell, Eva Dreiling, Campbell Aiken, Kevin E. Wilk, Glenn S. Fleisig, Matthew P. Ithurburn, Jeffrey R. Dugas.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Injury of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is common in baseball players. Pitchers are most commonly affected and most likely to have surgery for this injury. The gold standard surgical treatment is UCL reconstruction with autograft; yet, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422231   open full text
• The Addition of Lateral Extraarticular Tenodesis Doesn’t Affect the Pain or Confidence Levels After ACL Reconstruction In Adolescent Athletes.
  Karthik Pradyumna, Harry Richardson, Ignacio Fernandez, Sam Singha, Alex Nicholls.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in adolescents poses a unique challenge due to their high rates of reinjury and increased participation in high risk sports. The addition of a Lateral Extraarticular Tenodesis (LEAT) has gained ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00015   open full text
• The Addition of Lateral Extraarticular Tenodesis Doesn’t Affect the Pain or Confidence Levels After ACL Reconstruction In Adolescent Athletes.
  Karthik Pradyumna, Harry Richardson, Ignacio Fernandez, Sam Singha, Alex Nicholls.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in adolescents poses a unique challenge due to their high rates of reinjury and increased participation in high risk sports. The addition of a Lateral Extraarticular Tenodesis (LEAT) has gained ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00015   open full text
• Peroneus Longus Autograft Yields Better Knee Strength 6 Months After ACL Reconstruction Compared to Hamstrings Autograft.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) is standard post-ACL injury; however, re-injury rates persist, and many patients fail to return to sport. Hamstring tendon (HT) and patellar tendon autografts are most used to reconstruct ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00017   open full text
• Peroneus Longus Autograft Yields Better Knee Strength 6 Months After ACL Reconstruction Compared to Hamstrings Autograft.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) is standard post-ACL injury; however, re-injury rates persist, and many patients fail to return to sport. Hamstring tendon (HT) and patellar tendon autografts are most used to reconstruct ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00017   open full text
• Peroneus Longus Autograft Yields Better Knee Strength 6 Months After ACL Reconstruction Compared to Hamstrings Autograft.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) is standard post-ACL injury; however, re-injury rates persist, and many patients fail to return to sport. Hamstring tendon (HT) and patellar tendon autografts are most used to reconstruct ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00017   open full text
• Postoperative Lower Knee Adduction Moment Limits Patient-Reported Outcome Improvements After Medial Opening Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  David Parker, Takaaki Hiranaka, Yareni Guerrero Ayala.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:The knee adduction moment (KAM) is a dynamic biomechanical marker linked to medial joint loading and the progression of medial compartment osteoarthritis 1. However, its association with patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00012   open full text
• Postoperative Lower Knee Adduction Moment Limits Patient-Reported Outcome Improvements After Medial Opening Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  David Parker, Takaaki Hiranaka, Yareni Guerrero Ayala.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:The knee adduction moment (KAM) is a dynamic biomechanical marker linked to medial joint loading and the progression of medial compartment osteoarthritis 1. However, its association with patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00012   open full text
• Postoperative Lower Knee Adduction Moment Limits Patient-Reported Outcome Improvements After Medial Opening Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  David Parker, Takaaki Hiranaka, Yareni Guerrero Ayala.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:The knee adduction moment (KAM) is a dynamic biomechanical marker linked to medial joint loading and the progression of medial compartment osteoarthritis 1. However, its association with patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) after ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00012   open full text
• In Total Knee Arthroplasty Performed With Functional Alignment, Pre-Operative Fixed Flexion Deformity Can Be Corrected Without Additional Femoral Bone Resection.
  Price Gallie, Keval Patel, Rick Steer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Introduction:Correcting fixed flexion deformity (FFD) during total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is essential for achieving optimal outcomes in osteoarthritic patients. With mechanically aligned knees, correction of FFD can be difficult, and often requires ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00009   open full text
• In Total Knee Arthroplasty Performed With Functional Alignment, Pre-Operative Fixed Flexion Deformity Can Be Corrected Without Additional Femoral Bone Resection.
  Price Gallie, Keval Patel, Rick Steer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Introduction:Correcting fixed flexion deformity (FFD) during total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is essential for achieving optimal outcomes in osteoarthritic patients. With mechanically aligned knees, correction of FFD can be difficult, and often requires ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00009   open full text
• In Total Knee Arthroplasty Performed With Functional Alignment, Pre-Operative Fixed Flexion Deformity Can Be Corrected Without Additional Femoral Bone Resection.
  Price Gallie, Keval Patel, Rick Steer.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Introduction:Correcting fixed flexion deformity (FFD) during total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is essential for achieving optimal outcomes in osteoarthritic patients. With mechanically aligned knees, correction of FFD can be difficult, and often requires ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00009   open full text
• ACL Repair is a valid alternative to ACL Reconstruction in appropriately chosen patients.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:In appropriately selected patients, primary repair of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has demonstrated an alternative to ACL reconstruction, potentially permitting an accelerated early functional recovery and avoiding the graft site ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00016   open full text
• ACL Repair is a valid alternative to ACL Reconstruction in appropriately chosen patients.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:In appropriately selected patients, primary repair of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has demonstrated an alternative to ACL reconstruction, potentially permitting an accelerated early functional recovery and avoiding the graft site ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00016   open full text
• ACL Repair is a valid alternative to ACL Reconstruction in appropriately chosen patients.
  Ross Radic.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:In appropriately selected patients, primary repair of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has demonstrated an alternative to ACL reconstruction, potentially permitting an accelerated early functional recovery and avoiding the graft site ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00016   open full text
• Unintentional Valgus Malalignment in Mechanically Aligned Total Knee Arthroplasty Leads to Higher Prosthetic Failure Rates. A National Registry Survivorship Analysis of Coronal, Sagittal and Rotational Alignment Using Computed Tomography.
  Samuel MacDessi, Luke Corban, Jil Wood, Michael McAuliffe, Darren Chen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Unlike coronal malalignment, little is known about whether sagittal and rotational malalignment increases failure rates in mechanically aligned (MA) total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study assessed the relationship between unintentional ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00010   open full text
• Unintentional Valgus Malalignment in Mechanically Aligned Total Knee Arthroplasty Leads to Higher Prosthetic Failure Rates. A National Registry Survivorship Analysis of Coronal, Sagittal and Rotational Alignment Using Computed Tomography.
  Samuel MacDessi, Luke Corban, Jil Wood, Michael McAuliffe, Darren Chen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Unlike coronal malalignment, little is known about whether sagittal and rotational malalignment increases failure rates in mechanically aligned (MA) total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study assessed the relationship between unintentional ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00010   open full text
• Unintentional Valgus Malalignment in Mechanically Aligned Total Knee Arthroplasty Leads to Higher Prosthetic Failure Rates. A National Registry Survivorship Analysis of Coronal, Sagittal and Rotational Alignment Using Computed Tomography.
  Samuel MacDessi, Luke Corban, Jil Wood, Michael McAuliffe, Darren Chen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Unlike coronal malalignment, little is known about whether sagittal and rotational malalignment increases failure rates in mechanically aligned (MA) total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study assessed the relationship between unintentional ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00010   open full text
• Chronic Lateral Patella Tracking Strongly Associated with External Rotation of the Quadriceps Muscle Relative to the Femoral Shaft and Not with Wasting of the Vastus Medialis.
  Simon Talbot, Andrew Shimmin, Jonathon Bare, Leina Suzuki, Rachel Zordan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Quadriceps tendon malalignment has been closely linked to chronic lateral patella tracking and the development of lateral patellar facet osteoarthritis. It is unknown what underlying deformity of the quadriceps muscle is associated with ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00020   open full text
• Chronic Lateral Patella Tracking Strongly Associated with External Rotation of the Quadriceps Muscle Relative to the Femoral Shaft and Not with Wasting of the Vastus Medialis.
  Simon Talbot, Andrew Shimmin, Jonathon Bare, Leina Suzuki, Rachel Zordan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Quadriceps tendon malalignment has been closely linked to chronic lateral patella tracking and the development of lateral patellar facet osteoarthritis. It is unknown what underlying deformity of the quadriceps muscle is associated with ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00020   open full text
• Chronic Lateral Patella Tracking Strongly Associated with External Rotation of the Quadriceps Muscle Relative to the Femoral Shaft and Not with Wasting of the Vastus Medialis.
  Simon Talbot, Andrew Shimmin, Jonathon Bare, Leina Suzuki, Rachel Zordan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Quadriceps tendon malalignment has been closely linked to chronic lateral patella tracking and the development of lateral patellar facet osteoarthritis. It is unknown what underlying deformity of the quadriceps muscle is associated with ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00020   open full text
• The Fabella in Total Knee Arthroplasty is like Tasmania, Rediscovered.
  Jonathan Mulford, Luke Haas, Laurent Willemot.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:The fabella is the “little bean” sesamoid in the knee that lies within the lateral head of the gastrocnemius adjacent to the lateral femoral condyle. It can articulate and the size and shape can vary. The incidence of fabella is 10-30% [1] of ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00011   open full text
• The Fabella in Total Knee Arthroplasty is like Tasmania, Rediscovered.
  Jonathan Mulford, Luke Haas, Laurent Willemot.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:The fabella is the “little bean” sesamoid in the knee that lies within the lateral head of the gastrocnemius adjacent to the lateral femoral condyle. It can articulate and the size and shape can vary. The incidence of fabella is 10-30% [1] of ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00011   open full text
• Defining the Patient Acceptable Symptom State (PASS) for the KOOS-12 at 1 year after Total Knee Arthroplasty.
  Keran Sundaraj, Karan Sandhu, Matthew C Lyons, Justin P Roe, Benjamin R Gooden, Michael D O’Sullivan, David Carmody, Phil Huang, Kaka Martina, Lucy J Salmon.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Background:The patient acceptable symptom state (PASS) is a metric used to aid interpretation of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and determine if an acceptable outcome has been achieved. The purpose of this study was to establish the PASS values ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00019   open full text
• Defining the Patient Acceptable Symptom State (PASS) for the KOOS-12 at 1 year after Total Knee Arthroplasty.
  Keran Sundaraj, Karan Sandhu, Matthew C Lyons, Justin P Roe, Benjamin R Gooden, Michael D O’Sullivan, David Carmody, Phil Huang, Kaka Martina, Lucy J Salmon.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Background:The patient acceptable symptom state (PASS) is a metric used to aid interpretation of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and determine if an acceptable outcome has been achieved. The purpose of this study was to establish the PASS values ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00019   open full text
• Defining the Patient Acceptable Symptom State (PASS) for the KOOS-12 at 1 year after Total Knee Arthroplasty.
  Keran Sundaraj, Karan Sandhu, Matthew C Lyons, Justin P Roe, Benjamin R Gooden, Michael D O’Sullivan, David Carmody, Phil Huang, Kaka Martina, Lucy J Salmon.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Background:The patient acceptable symptom state (PASS) is a metric used to aid interpretation of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and determine if an acceptable outcome has been achieved. The purpose of this study was to establish the PASS values ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00019   open full text
• Evaluation of Short-Term Clinical Results Following Isolated MPFL Reconstruction with Superficial Quadriceps or Hamstring Tendon in Patellar Dislocation: MPFL Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Versus Semitendinosus Autograft.
  Yuki Suzuki, Yoshimitsu Aoki, Chiharu Inoue, Hisashi Matsumoto, Satoru Kaneko, Kazunori Yasuda , Tomonori Yagi, Masayuki Inoue, Eiji Kondo, Harukazu Tohyama, Norimasa Iwasaki.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:While hamstring autografts are widely used in medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR), concerns have arisen regarding complications associated with the patella bone tunnel and fixation hardware, such as endobutton. As an ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00023   open full text
• Evaluation of Short-Term Clinical Results Following Isolated MPFL Reconstruction with Superficial Quadriceps or Hamstring Tendon in Patellar Dislocation: MPFL Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Versus Semitendinosus Autograft.
  Yuki Suzuki, Yoshimitsu Aoki, Chiharu Inoue, Hisashi Matsumoto, Satoru Kaneko, Kazunori Yasuda , Tomonori Yagi, Masayuki Inoue, Eiji Kondo, Harukazu Tohyama, Norimasa Iwasaki.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:While hamstring autografts are widely used in medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR), concerns have arisen regarding complications associated with the patella bone tunnel and fixation hardware, such as endobutton. As an ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00023   open full text
• Evaluation of Short-Term Clinical Results Following Isolated MPFL Reconstruction with Superficial Quadriceps or Hamstring Tendon in Patellar Dislocation: MPFL Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Versus Semitendinosus Autograft.
  Yuki Suzuki, Yoshimitsu Aoki, Chiharu Inoue, Hisashi Matsumoto, Satoru Kaneko, Kazunori Yasuda , Tomonori Yagi, Masayuki Inoue, Eiji Kondo, Harukazu Tohyama, Norimasa Iwasaki.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:While hamstring autografts are widely used in medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR), concerns have arisen regarding complications associated with the patella bone tunnel and fixation hardware, such as endobutton. As an ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00023   open full text
• Establishing ‘Normal’ Career Longevity in Professional Soccer Players Allows Comparison to that of Players With ACL Reconstruction.
  Andy Williams, Mary Jones, Arman Motesharei, Simon V Ball, Samuel Church, James DF Calder.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:To determine the ‘normal’ career longevity of male professional soccer players, and the factors that affect this in order to provide a baseline against which career longevity after injury can be measured. 2- To demonstrate how these results can ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00021   open full text
• Establishing ‘Normal’ Career Longevity in Professional Soccer Players Allows Comparison to that of Players With ACL Reconstruction.
  Andy Williams, Mary Jones, Arman Motesharei, Simon V Ball, Samuel Church, James DF Calder.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:To determine the ‘normal’ career longevity of male professional soccer players, and the factors that affect this in order to provide a baseline against which career longevity after injury can be measured. 2- To demonstrate how these results can ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00021   open full text
• Patient Factors Influencing Surgical versus Conservative Management Recommendations from Orthopaedic Surgeons in Patients with ACL Injury.
  Elijah Paling, Lucy Salmon, James Frear, Keran Sundaraj, Benjamin Gooden, Matt Lyons, Leo Pinczewski, Justin Roe.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:The aim of this study was to identify patient factors that the likelihood of ACL reconstruction (ACLR) being recommended by orthopaedic surgeons in patients with an ACL injury presenting to a large orthopaedic practice.Methods:A retrospective ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00018   open full text
• Establishing ‘Normal’ Career Longevity in Professional Soccer Players Allows Comparison to that of Players With ACL Reconstruction.
  Andy Williams, Mary Jones, Arman Motesharei, Simon V Ball, Samuel Church, James DF Calder.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:To determine the ‘normal’ career longevity of male professional soccer players, and the factors that affect this in order to provide a baseline against which career longevity after injury can be measured. 2- To demonstrate how these results can ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00021   open full text
• Patient Factors Influencing Surgical versus Conservative Management Recommendations from Orthopaedic Surgeons in Patients with ACL Injury.
  Elijah Paling, Lucy Salmon, James Frear, Keran Sundaraj, Benjamin Gooden, Matt Lyons, Leo Pinczewski, Justin Roe.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:The aim of this study was to identify patient factors that the likelihood of ACL reconstruction (ACLR) being recommended by orthopaedic surgeons in patients with an ACL injury presenting to a large orthopaedic practice.Methods:A retrospective ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00018   open full text
• Short-term Outcomes of the Cross Brace Protocol for ACL Rupture Management: A Prospective Cohort Study.
  David A Parker, Jacob O’Brien, Tom Cross, Alex Nicholls.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction remains the gold standard treatment for ACL injuries. However, non-operative treatment can be suitable for certain populations. Recent observations have demonstrated the ability for the ACL to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00013   open full text
• Short-term Outcomes of the Cross Brace Protocol for ACL Rupture Management: A Prospective Cohort Study.
  David A Parker, Jacob O’Brien, Tom Cross, Alex Nicholls.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction remains the gold standard treatment for ACL injuries. However, non-operative treatment can be suitable for certain populations. Recent observations have demonstrated the ability for the ACL to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00013   open full text
• Short-term Outcomes of the Cross Brace Protocol for ACL Rupture Management: A Prospective Cohort Study.
  David A Parker, Jacob O’Brien, Tom Cross, Alex Nicholls.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction remains the gold standard treatment for ACL injuries. However, non-operative treatment can be suitable for certain populations. Recent observations have demonstrated the ability for the ACL to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00013   open full text
• Operative Time Differences in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty Between Navigated And Robotic Technology Assistance.
  Keval Patel, Rory Young, Sam Roy, Joseph Stevens, Rick Steer, Steve Kahane, Price Gallie.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  IntroductionRobotic-assisted total knee replacement (RA-TKR) was the most performed primary TKR in Australia in 2023 (AOA, 2024). Operative duration is clinically important, as longer procedures correlate with increased risk of readmission, reoperation, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00014   open full text
• Operative Time Differences in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty Between Navigated And Robotic Technology Assistance.
  Keval Patel, Rory Young, Sam Roy, Joseph Stevens, Rick Steer, Steve Kahane, Price Gallie.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  IntroductionRobotic-assisted total knee replacement (RA-TKR) was the most performed primary TKR in Australia in 2023 (AOA, 2024). Operative duration is clinically important, as longer procedures correlate with increased risk of readmission, reoperation, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00014   open full text
• Isolated Clinically Diagnosed Grade I-II Lateral Collateral Ligament Injuries in Elite Athletes Do Not Require Surgery.
  Andy Williams, Matthew KJ Jaggard, David J Haslhofer, Wahid Abdul, Mary Jones, Adam Mitchell, Justine Lee, Simon V Ball.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injuries can occur in isolation or as part of more extensive posterolateral corner (PLC) injury. Injuries can range from pure varus laxity, due to isolated LCL lesions, to pure posterolateral rotatory laxity ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00022   open full text
• Operative Time Differences in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty Between Navigated And Robotic Technology Assistance.
  Keval Patel, Rory Young, Sam Roy, Joseph Stevens, Rick Steer, Steve Kahane, Price Gallie.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  IntroductionRobotic-assisted total knee replacement (RA-TKR) was the most performed primary TKR in Australia in 2023 (AOA, 2024). Operative duration is clinically important, as longer procedures correlate with increased risk of readmission, reoperation, ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00014   open full text
• Isolated Clinically Diagnosed Grade I-II Lateral Collateral Ligament Injuries in Elite Athletes Do Not Require Surgery.
  Andy Williams, Matthew KJ Jaggard, David J Haslhofer, Wahid Abdul, Mary Jones, Adam Mitchell, Justine Lee, Simon V Ball.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injuries can occur in isolation or as part of more extensive posterolateral corner (PLC) injury. Injuries can range from pure varus laxity, due to isolated LCL lesions, to pure posterolateral rotatory laxity ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00022   open full text
• Are there Anatomical Risk Factors for Mucoid Degeneration of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament - An MRI-Based Study.
  Myles Coolican, Karthik Pradyumna.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives :Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an under recognized cause of knee pain and loss of motion. Although its pathogenesis remains unclear, morphological factors of the knee may predispose certain individuals to this ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00004   open full text
• Posterior Tibial Slope ≥ 12°, Static Anterior Tibial Translation ≥ 5mm, Age<18 and Lateral Meniscus Tears Are Majors Risk Factors for Hamstrings Graft Rupture: a Cohort Analysis of ACL Reconstruction Using a Selective Approach to Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis.
  Michael J Dan, David Mazy, Nicolas Cance, Clement Favroul, Lucia Angelelli, Gautier Beckers, David H Dejour.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:This study aimed to evaluate anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft rupture in a selective “à la carte” approach to lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET), with a particular focus on the impact of posterior tibial slope (PTS) and static ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00005   open full text
• Are there Anatomical Risk Factors for Mucoid Degeneration of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament - An MRI-Based Study.
  Myles Coolican, Karthik Pradyumna.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives :Mucoid degeneration of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an under recognized cause of knee pain and loss of motion. Although its pathogenesis remains unclear, morphological factors of the knee may predispose certain individuals to this ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00004   open full text
• Posterior Tibial Slope ≥ 12°, Static Anterior Tibial Translation ≥ 5mm, Age<18 and Lateral Meniscus Tears Are Majors Risk Factors for Hamstrings Graft Rupture: a Cohort Analysis of ACL Reconstruction Using a Selective Approach to Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis.
  Michael J Dan, David Mazy, Nicolas Cance, Clement Favroul, Lucia Angelelli, Gautier Beckers, David H Dejour.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:This study aimed to evaluate anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft rupture in a selective “à la carte” approach to lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET), with a particular focus on the impact of posterior tibial slope (PTS) and static ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00005   open full text
• Enhancing Meniscal Allograft Tissue Size-Matching Accuracy - A Novel Processing Protocol from the Queensland Tissue Bank.
  Jon Anderson, Peter Myers, Reanna Morris, Annette Benkovich, Huynh Nguyen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscal allograft transplant (MAT) is a recognized salvage procedure for the meniscal deficient knee. Accurate sizing of allograft tissue is inherently linked to clinical outcomes and must be matched to the recipient’s native anatomy to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00002   open full text
• Five-Year Survival Analysis of ACL Graft and Contralateral ACL Ruptures From the OrthoSport Victoria Longitudinal ACL Outcomes Study.
  Julian Feller, Timothy Whitehead, Cameron Norsworthy, Kate Webster.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  ObjectivesGraft survivorship is a critical measure of surgical success after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. Contralateral ACL injury also represents a significant secondary complication. Reported rates of both graft rupture and ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00007   open full text
• Enhancing Meniscal Allograft Tissue Size-Matching Accuracy - A Novel Processing Protocol from the Queensland Tissue Bank.
  Jon Anderson, Peter Myers, Reanna Morris, Annette Benkovich, Huynh Nguyen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscal allograft transplant (MAT) is a recognized salvage procedure for the meniscal deficient knee. Accurate sizing of allograft tissue is inherently linked to clinical outcomes and must be matched to the recipient’s native anatomy to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00002   open full text
• Enhancing Meniscal Allograft Tissue Size-Matching Accuracy - A Novel Processing Protocol from the Queensland Tissue Bank.
  Jon Anderson, Peter Myers, Reanna Morris, Annette Benkovich, Huynh Nguyen.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Meniscal allograft transplant (MAT) is a recognized salvage procedure for the meniscal deficient knee. Accurate sizing of allograft tissue is inherently linked to clinical outcomes and must be matched to the recipient’s native anatomy to ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00002   open full text
• Selective Epiphysiodesis of the Trochlear Growth Plate Alters Trochlear Morphology in a Rabbit Model.
  Michael J. Dan, Daniel J. Wills, Rema Oliver, Bruce Caldwell, David Dejour, William R. Walsh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Trochlear dysplasia is a leading contributor to patellofemoral instability, yet the developmental role of the trochlear physis in shaping trochlear morphology remains poorly understood. We hypothesised that selective closure of the trochlear ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00006   open full text
• Limb Symmetry and Sex-Specific Differences in Isokinetic Knee Strength Following ACL Reconstruction: A Statistical Parametric Mapping Analysis.
  Ian Al’Khafaji.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Isokinetic strength testing is widely utilized in return-to-sport evaluations after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). While conventional metrics such as peak torque provide global insights, they may overlook regional deficits. ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00001   open full text
• Selective Epiphysiodesis of the Trochlear Growth Plate Alters Trochlear Morphology in a Rabbit Model.
  Michael J. Dan, Daniel J. Wills, Rema Oliver, Bruce Caldwell, David Dejour, William R. Walsh.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:Trochlear dysplasia is a leading contributor to patellofemoral instability, yet the developmental role of the trochlear physis in shaping trochlear morphology remains poorly understood. We hypothesised that selective closure of the trochlear ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00006   open full text
• Limb Symmetry and Sex-Specific Differences in Isokinetic Knee Strength Following ACL Reconstruction: A Statistical Parametric Mapping Analysis.
  Ian Al’Khafaji.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objective:Isokinetic strength testing is widely utilized in return-to-sport evaluations after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). While conventional metrics such as peak torque provide global insights, they may overlook regional deficits. ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00001   open full text
• Increased Rate of Reoperation for Limited Range of Motion When Performing a Lateral Extraarticular Procedure in Primary ACL Reconstruction With Quadriceps Tendon Compared to Hamstring Tendon Grafts.
  Julian Feller, Kate Webster.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  ObjectivesThe addition of a lateral extraarticular procedure (LEAP) to both primary and revision ACL reconstruction (ACLR) has become increasingly common in recent years. Recent reports have suggested that the rates of surgery for range of motion (ROM) ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00008   open full text
• Increased Rate of Reoperation for Limited Range of Motion When Performing a Lateral Extraarticular Procedure in Primary ACL Reconstruction With Quadriceps Tendon Compared to Hamstring Tendon Grafts.
  Julian Feller, Kate Webster.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  ObjectivesThe addition of a lateral extraarticular procedure (LEAP) to both primary and revision ACL reconstruction (ACLR) has become increasingly common in recent years. Recent reports have suggested that the rates of surgery for range of motion (ROM) ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00008   open full text
• ProCLOT Series: Fibrin Clot Augmented Meniscal Repairs - A Prospective Multi-Surgeon Cohort Analysis.
  Jon A Anderson, Peter T Myers, J Bartlett , Timothy J McMeniman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:While meniscal repair is preferable to meniscectomy, some cases may be at higher risk of failure if repaired. Augmented repair of meniscal tears is intended to provide an enhanced healing environment. Fibrin clot augmentation (FCA) affords ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00003   open full text
• Increased Rate of Reoperation for Limited Range of Motion When Performing a Lateral Extraarticular Procedure in Primary ACL Reconstruction With Quadriceps Tendon Compared to Hamstring Tendon Grafts.
  Julian Feller, Kate Webster.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  ObjectivesThe addition of a lateral extraarticular procedure (LEAP) to both primary and revision ACL reconstruction (ACLR) has become increasingly common in recent years. Recent reports have suggested that the rates of surgery for range of motion (ROM) ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00008   open full text
• ProCLOT Series: Fibrin Clot Augmented Meniscal Repairs - A Prospective Multi-Surgeon Cohort Analysis.
  Jon A Anderson, Peter T Myers, J Bartlett , Timothy J McMeniman.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 15, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4_suppl2, April 2026.
  Objectives:While meniscal repair is preferable to meniscectomy, some cases may be at higher risk of failure if repaired. Augmented repair of meniscal tears is intended to provide an enhanced healing environment. Fibrin clot augmentation (FCA) affords ...

  April 15, 2026   doi: 10.1177/2325967126S00003   open full text
• Relationships Among Bone Marrow Lesions, Cartilage Improvement, and Short- to Midterm Patient-Reported Outcomes After Opening-Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  Kosuke Kawamura, Eiji Sasaki, Takahiro Tsushima, Kyota Ishibashi, Hikaru Ishibashi, Yukiko Sakamoto, Yuka Kimura, Yasuyuki Ishibashi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Bone marrow lesions (BMLs) are associated with knee pain and predict structural changes and joint replacement. Their significance in the context of opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) is, however, unclear.Purpose:To investigate whether ...

  April 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425635   open full text
• Relationships Among Bone Marrow Lesions, Cartilage Improvement, and Short- to Midterm Patient-Reported Outcomes After Opening-Wedge High Tibial Osteotomy.
  Kosuke Kawamura, Eiji Sasaki, Takahiro Tsushima, Kyota Ishibashi, Hikaru Ishibashi, Yukiko Sakamoto, Yuka Kimura, Yasuyuki Ishibashi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Bone marrow lesions (BMLs) are associated with knee pain and predict structural changes and joint replacement. Their significance in the context of opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) is, however, unclear.Purpose:To investigate whether ...

  April 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425635   open full text
• Advanced Analytic and Pitch-Tracking Risk Factors for Capsulolabral Injuries in Major League Baseball Pitchers.
  Michael A. Mastroianni, Morgan R. Dillon, Kyle K. Obana, Cole R. Morrissette, Nicholas Frappa, Andrew J. Luzzi, Frank J. Alexander, Michael L. Knudsen, Christopher S. Ahmad.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Shoulder instability is a significant cause of disability in pitchers. The advent of advanced pitch-tracking technology now provides an opportunity to investigate the mechanical factors associated with these injuries on a large scale in Major ...

  April 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425670   open full text
• Superficial Quadriceps Versus Hamstring Tendon Grafts for Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: A 2-Center Comparative Study.
  Burak Menderes Akdoğan, Fatih Barça, Şahan Güven, Emre Tam, Ekin Barış Demir, Mutlu Akdoğan, Enejd Veizi, Halis Atıl Atilla.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is an established treatment for recurrent patellar instability. Techniques requiring patellar drilling (tunnels or sockets for fixation) may increase the risk of iatrogenic patellar fracture....

  April 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425632   open full text
• Superficial Quadriceps Versus Hamstring Tendon Grafts for Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: A 2-Center Comparative Study.
  Burak Menderes Akdoğan, Fatih Barça, Şahan Güven, Emre Tam, Ekin Barış Demir, Mutlu Akdoğan, Enejd Veizi, Halis Atıl Atilla.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 14, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is an established treatment for recurrent patellar instability. Techniques requiring patellar drilling (tunnels or sockets for fixation) may increase the risk of iatrogenic patellar fracture....

  April 14, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425632   open full text
• Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Intra-articular Injection Treatments for Hip Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis.
  Chunlin Liu, Jiawen Deng, Aazad Abbas, Darius Luke Lameire, Hassaan Abdel Khalik, Daniel Whelan, Tim Dwyer, Jaskarndip Chahal.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Hip osteoarthritis is a debilitating condition that leads to progressive joint pain and stiffness. While total hip arthroplasty provides definitive treatment, intra-articular injections offer a less invasive alternative for patients. Several ...

  April 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419519   open full text
• Arthroscopic Microfracture for Focal Glenoid Osteochondral Lesions in Young Active-Duty Military Patients: A Minimum 10-Year Follow-Up.
  Erel Ben-Ari, Clare K. Green, John P. Scanaliato, Alexis B. Sandler, Ron Gilat, John R. Tyler, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Glenoid osteochondral defects (OCDs), while uncommon, are a recognized source of shoulder pain and dysfunction, particularly in young, active individuals. Arthroscopic microfracture (MFx) is a commonly used surgical option. However, long-term ...

  April 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419510   open full text
• Arthroscopic Microfracture for Focal Glenoid Osteochondral Lesions in Young Active-Duty Military Patients: A Minimum 10-Year Follow-Up.
  Erel Ben-Ari, Clare K. Green, John P. Scanaliato, Alexis B. Sandler, Ron Gilat, John R. Tyler, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Glenoid osteochondral defects (OCDs), while uncommon, are a recognized source of shoulder pain and dysfunction, particularly in young, active individuals. Arthroscopic microfracture (MFx) is a commonly used surgical option. However, long-term ...

  April 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261419510   open full text
• Comparison of Braided and Nonbraided Hamstring Tendon Grafts in ACL Reconstruction: Impact on Graft Thickness, Rerupture Rates, and Clinical Outcomes.
  Nihat Demirhan Demirkıran, Gustavo Vinagre, Süleyman Kaan Öner, Umur Batak, Gonzalo Samitier Solís.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Purpose:To compare braided and nonbraided hamstring tendon grafts in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, specifically examining graft thickness, rerupture rates, and clinical outcomes, in order to assess whether braided grafts offer ...

  April 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261421598   open full text
• Comparison of Braided and Nonbraided Hamstring Tendon Grafts in ACL Reconstruction: Impact on Graft Thickness, Rerupture Rates, and Clinical Outcomes.
  Nihat Demirhan Demirkıran, Gustavo Vinagre, Süleyman Kaan Öner, Umur Batak, Gonzalo Samitier Solís.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 13, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Purpose:To compare braided and nonbraided hamstring tendon grafts in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, specifically examining graft thickness, rerupture rates, and clinical outcomes, in order to assess whether braided grafts offer ...

  April 13, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261421598   open full text
• Pitch Performance After Ulnar Collateral Ligament Surgery in Major League Baseball Pitchers.
  Michael A. Mastroianni, Jennifer A. Kunes, Morgan R. Dillon, Aaron Z. Chen, Andrew J. Luzzi, Matthew R. LeVasseur, Michael J. Danaher, Frank J. Alexander, Christopher S. Ahmad.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 10, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Return to performance after ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) surgery in Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers has been investigated; however, pitch-specific return to performance using several advanced metrics has been minimally studied.Purpose:...

  April 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424264   open full text
• Rate of Mechanical Symptom Resolution at 2-Year Follow-up After Hip Arthroscopy.
  Rachel L. Poutre, Jackson G. Woodrow, Brandon J. Allen, Rishi P. Earla, Jeffrey S. Mun, Srish S. Chenna, Stephen M. Gillinov, Bilal S. Siddiq, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 10, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Mechanical symptoms, such as catching, locking, and giving out, are common concerns for patients with acetabular labral tears prior to hip arthroscopy. Yet the rate at which they resolve following hip arthroscopy remains poorly understood....

  April 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424257   open full text
• Rate of Mechanical Symptom Resolution at 2-Year Follow-up After Hip Arthroscopy.
  Rachel L. Poutre, Jackson G. Woodrow, Brandon J. Allen, Rishi P. Earla, Jeffrey S. Mun, Srish S. Chenna, Stephen M. Gillinov, Bilal S. Siddiq, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 10, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Mechanical symptoms, such as catching, locking, and giving out, are common concerns for patients with acetabular labral tears prior to hip arthroscopy. Yet the rate at which they resolve following hip arthroscopy remains poorly understood....

  April 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424257   open full text
• Autograft Augmentation of Patellar Tendon Rupture Allows Better Functional Outcomes and Less Reoperation Than Steel Wire Cerclage.
  Paul Sempere, Romir Patel, Victor Germon, Jean-Noel Argenson, Henri Peuchot, Matthieu Ollivier, Christophe Jacquet.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 10, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Patellar tendon rupture is uncommon but can severely impair knee extension and functional recovery. Most injuries occur during sports involving eccentric quadriceps loading, often with valgus stress. Traditional repair using transosseous ...

  April 10, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424928   open full text
• Comparison of Baseball-Related Injuries at US Emergency Departments Between High School and Collegiate Athletes: A 10-Year NEISS Analysis, 2015-2024.
  John R. Tyler, Alex Paulini, Ian Rice, Bodrie Jensen, Ryan Card, Timothy Kremchek, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 09, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Baseball is one of the most popular sports among high school– and college-aged men and carries significant injury risk; however, contemporary data comparing injury epidemiology between these competition levels are limited.Purpose:To compare the ...

  April 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424907   open full text
• Comparison of Baseball-Related Injuries at US Emergency Departments Between High School and Collegiate Athletes: A 10-Year NEISS Analysis, 2015-2024.
  John R. Tyler, Alex Paulini, Ian Rice, Bodrie Jensen, Ryan Card, Timothy Kremchek, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 09, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Baseball is one of the most popular sports among high school– and college-aged men and carries significant injury risk; however, contemporary data comparing injury epidemiology between these competition levels are limited.Purpose:To compare the ...

  April 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424907   open full text
• Growth Disturbance in Physeal Sparing ACL Reconstruction: A Comparison of 3 ACLR Techniques in Skeletally Immature Patients.
  Adrianna Kowblansky, Jeremy Le, Sarah Dance, Madeline Rocks, Jared Nowell, Sean Tabaie, Emily L. Niu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 09, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:In pediatric anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), there exists a potential to injure the open physis in skeletally immature patients and cause growth disturbance. Thus, there is a need to determine the optimal ACLR technique for ...

  April 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431851   open full text
• Growth Disturbance in Physeal Sparing ACL Reconstruction: A Comparison of 3 ACLR Techniques in Skeletally Immature Patients.
  Adrianna Kowblansky, Jeremy Le, Sarah Dance, Madeline Rocks, Jared Nowell, Sean Tabaie, Emily L. Niu.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 09, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:In pediatric anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), there exists a potential to injure the open physis in skeletally immature patients and cause growth disturbance. Thus, there is a need to determine the optimal ACLR technique for ...

  April 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431851   open full text
• The Association Between Preoperative Education Level and Long-Term Outcomes After Hip Arthroscopy.
  Jeffrey S. Mun, Srish S. Chenna, Rachel L. Poutre, Brandon J. Allen, Stephen M. Gillinov, Jonathan Lee, Bilal S. Siddiq, Nathan J. Cherian, James R. Satalich, Scott D. Martin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 09, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Social determinants of health (SDoH), including education level, are associated with postoperative outcomes and complication rates after orthopaedic surgery.Purpose:To evaluate the relationship between patient preoperative educational ...

  April 09, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251409189   open full text
• No Difference Between Open and Arthroscopic ATFL Repair, Both Yielding Clinically Significant Improvement in Chronic Ankle Instability: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
  Gwendolyn Vuurberg, Priscilla A. Maria, Rayan Baalbaki, Daniel Haverkamp, Inger N. Sierevelt, Sjoerd A.S. Stufkens, Helder Pereira, Gino M.M.J. Kerkhoffs, , N.A. Altink, C.J.A. van Bergen, L. Blankevoort, X. Crevoisier, C.N. van Dijk, Daniel Hoornenborg, R. Krips, P.A. de Leeuw, J.C. Peerbooms, M.L. Reilingh, D. Sousa, K. Stanekova.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Lateral ligament repair is a reliable surgical approach for the treatment of chronic ankle instability (CAI). Although the open technique has shown success over time, technological advancements have enabled the increasing use of arthroscopic ...

  April 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261417357   open full text
• Evaluating Thigh Muscle Volume and Compensatory Muscle Changes in Bone–Patellar Tendon–Bone, Hamstring Autograft, and Allograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions: A Minimum 5-Year Follow-up.
  Collin D.R. Hunter, Natalya McNamara, Reece M. Rosenthal, Benjamin T. Johnson, Joseph Featherall, Patrick Greis, Travis G. Maak, Stephen K. Aoki, Justin J. Ernat.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Graft selection in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) may lead to long-term, graft-specific muscle adaptations, yet their effect on functional outcomes remains poorly understood. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)–based 3D modeling ...

  April 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432585   open full text
• Evaluating Thigh Muscle Volume and Compensatory Muscle Changes in Bone–Patellar Tendon–Bone, Hamstring Autograft, and Allograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions: A Minimum 5-Year Follow-up.
  Collin D.R. Hunter, Natalya McNamara, Reece M. Rosenthal, Benjamin T. Johnson, Joseph Featherall, Patrick Greis, Travis G. Maak, Stephen K. Aoki, Justin J. Ernat.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Graft selection in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) may lead to long-term, graft-specific muscle adaptations, yet their effect on functional outcomes remains poorly understood. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)–based 3D modeling ...

  April 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261432585   open full text
• Safety and Efficacy of Intra-articular Cell-Free Fat Extract Injection in Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis.
  Kai Xie, Zhuoxuan Jia, Lin Sun, Jiangdong Wu, Xu Jiang, Liao Wang, Songtao Ai, Zhifeng Yu, Wenjie Zhang, Chenglei Liu, Zheyuan Yu, Mengning Yan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Cell-free fat extract (CEFFE) has shown promising therapeutic effects on osteoarthritis (OA) in preclinical studies, but its clinical role remains unclear.Purpose:To evaluate the safety and efficacy of intra-articular autologous CEFFE ...

  April 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431840   open full text
• Safety and Efficacy of Intra-articular Cell-Free Fat Extract Injection in Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis.
  Kai Xie, Zhuoxuan Jia, Lin Sun, Jiangdong Wu, Xu Jiang, Liao Wang, Songtao Ai, Zhifeng Yu, Wenjie Zhang, Chenglei Liu, Zheyuan Yu, Mengning Yan.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 08, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Cell-free fat extract (CEFFE) has shown promising therapeutic effects on osteoarthritis (OA) in preclinical studies, but its clinical role remains unclear.Purpose:To evaluate the safety and efficacy of intra-articular autologous CEFFE ...

  April 08, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431840   open full text
• Low Incidence of Osteoarthritis and Excellent Clinical Outcomes at Minimum 10 Years Following Primary Repair of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament.
  Maximilian M. Mueller, Sebastian Conner-Rilk, Gabriel C. Goodhart, Douglas N. Mintz, Kyle N. Kunze, Fidelius von Rehlingen-Prinz, Harmen D. Vermeijden, Robert J. O’Brien, Jelle P. van der List, Gregory S. DiFelice.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) primary repair (ACLPR) has been proposed as a treatment option for select patients with proximal ACL tears. However, long-term data are imperative to validate the utility of this technique.Purpose:To determine ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422236   open full text
• Augmented Broström and Improved Functional Outcomes as Measured by PROMIS Scores Compared With Broström Without Augmentation.
  Steven M. Hadley, Rachel Bergman, Sarah J. Westvold, Tanya Kukreja, Carolyn J. Hu, Ryan Filler, Muhammad Y. Mutawakkil, Milap Patel, Anish R. Kadakia.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:No study has compared functional outcomes measured by validated Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) measures of physical function (PF) and pain interference (PI) between augmented and nonaugmented Broström ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424904   open full text
• Augmented Broström and Improved Functional Outcomes as Measured by PROMIS Scores Compared With Broström Without Augmentation.
  Steven M. Hadley, Rachel Bergman, Sarah J. Westvold, Tanya Kukreja, Carolyn J. Hu, Ryan Filler, Muhammad Y. Mutawakkil, Milap Patel, Anish R. Kadakia.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:No study has compared functional outcomes measured by validated Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) measures of physical function (PF) and pain interference (PI) between augmented and nonaugmented Broström ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261424904   open full text
• Fast Field Echo Magnetic Resonance Imaging For Quantifying Acetabular Wall Coverage: A Validation Study With Computed Tomography.
  Martin Carlos Palladino, Agustin Albani-Forneris, Mauricio Omar Marquesini, Carlos Lucero, Gerardo Zanotti, Fernando Comba, Martin Buttaro, Pablo Slullitel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Acetabular morphology in hip dysplasia is typically assessed using computed tomography (CT) for bone coverage and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for soft tissues. However, agreement between CT and 3.0-T fast field echo (FFE) MRI for anterior ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430756   open full text
• Fast Field Echo Magnetic Resonance Imaging For Quantifying Acetabular Wall Coverage: A Validation Study With Computed Tomography.
  Martin Carlos Palladino, Agustin Albani-Forneris, Mauricio Omar Marquesini, Carlos Lucero, Gerardo Zanotti, Fernando Comba, Martin Buttaro, Pablo Slullitel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Acetabular morphology in hip dysplasia is typically assessed using computed tomography (CT) for bone coverage and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for soft tissues. However, agreement between CT and 3.0-T fast field echo (FFE) MRI for anterior ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430756   open full text
• Evaluating the Association Between Core Muscle Injury Symptom Pattern and Concomitant Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome.
  Allison R. Garden, Andrea M.E. Palazzolo Ray, Adam Alakhras, Joshua T. Finerty, Andrew J. Darling, Nicholas R. Kossoff, Manuel A. Romero-Padron, Joshua S. Everhart.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) morphology may contribute to abnormal loading of the adductor–rectus abdominis (RA) aponeurosis and development of core muscle injury (CMI) in cutting-pivoting athletes. It is unclear whether CMI with combined ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428459   open full text
• Utility of Diagnostic Arthroscopy Before Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients Without Articular Findings on Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
  Holden Archer, Kaleb Patterson, Jonathan D. Schwartzman, Scott D. McKay, Indranil Kushare.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 07, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is frequently used to manage recurrent patellar instability. Diagnostic arthroscopy is commonly performed before MPFL reconstruction to identify, confirm, and address intra-articular ...

  April 07, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430753   open full text
• Long-Term Outcomes following Instability After Isolated Arthroscopic Bankart Repair for On-Track Hill-Sachs Lesions With <20% Glenoid Bone Loss.
  Sahil Dadoo, Tyler C. Williams, Ryan T. Lin, Ryan Gilbert, Kyle E. Andrade-Bucknor, Andrew Liu, Neel Bhardwaj, Shaquille Charles, Adam Popchak, Bryson P. Lesniak, Mark Rodosky, Jonathan D. Hughes, Albert Lin.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Recurrent anterior shoulder instability rates are high after isolated arthroscopic Bankart repair (ABR), especially among patients with off-track Hill-Sachs lesions (HSLs) and significant glenoid bone loss. However, there are limited data on ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261430742   open full text
• The “Bunny Tail” Lesion: An MRI Pattern of Proximal Biceps Femoris Tendon Injury With Rapid Return to Play in Elite Soccer Players—a Retrospective Observational Case Series.
  Alessandro Corsini, Alice Patrignani, Luca Vergani, Enrico Vanzetti, Davide Orlandi, Federico Palmieri, Simone Cerciello, Matteo Guzzini, Stefano Palermi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Hamstring injuries are the leading cause of time lost in professional soccer. Among these, tendon-related lesions of the biceps femoris (BF) are associated with longer recovery and higher reinjury risk. Emerging magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261427748   open full text
• The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Pain, Pain-Related Cognitions, and Central Sensitization in Patients With Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy.
  Wouter Van Bogaert, Morgan N. Potter, Andy K. Smith, Hayley Powell Smitheman, Zachary J. Matusinec, Karin Grävare Silbernagel.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Achilles tendinopathy is one of the most prevalent lower limb tendinopathies that, while commonly present in physically active people, can affect men and women of all ages and lifestyles. Although this condition can significantly affect ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431843   open full text
• The “Bunny Tail” Lesion: An MRI Pattern of Proximal Biceps Femoris Tendon Injury With Rapid Return to Play in Elite Soccer Players—a Retrospective Observational Case Series.
  Alessandro Corsini, Alice Patrignani, Luca Vergani, Enrico Vanzetti, Davide Orlandi, Federico Palmieri, Simone Cerciello, Matteo Guzzini, Stefano Palermi.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Hamstring injuries are the leading cause of time lost in professional soccer. Among these, tendon-related lesions of the biceps femoris (BF) are associated with longer recovery and higher reinjury risk. Emerging magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261427748   open full text
• Surgical Management of Lumbar Disc Herniation in Elite Athletes: A Comparative Study of Microdiscectomy and Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy.
  Stylianos Kapetanakis, Constantinos Chaniotakis, Christos Koukos, Paschalis Tsioulas, Georgios Charitoudis, Nikolaos Gkantsinikoudis.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) represents a frequent cause of low back and lower limb pain in elite athletes, and is associated with abstention from sports activities and impaired quality of life.Purpose:To comparatively evaluate the visual ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261431841   open full text
• MRI-Based Classification of Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Reliability and Predictors of Tear Location.
  Maximilian M. Mueller, Andrea Estfeller, Christopher C. Cychosz, Robert E. Bilodeau, Brittany M. Ammerman, Prerana Katiyar, Craig E. Klinger, William M. Ricci, Gregory S. DiFelice, Steve B. Behrens.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:The absence of a comprehensive classification system for Achilles tendon (AT) injuries contributes to the lack of consensus regarding optimal treatment strategies, as it hinders accurate differentiation of injury types.Purpose:To evaluate ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428092   open full text
• MRI-Based Classification of Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Reliability and Predictors of Tear Location.
  Maximilian M. Mueller, Andrea Estfeller, Christopher C. Cychosz, Robert E. Bilodeau, Brittany M. Ammerman, Prerana Katiyar, Craig E. Klinger, William M. Ricci, Gregory S. DiFelice, Steve B. Behrens.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 03, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:The absence of a comprehensive classification system for Achilles tendon (AT) injuries contributes to the lack of consensus regarding optimal treatment strategies, as it hinders accurate differentiation of injury types.Purpose:To evaluate ...

  April 03, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428092   open full text
• The Biomechanical, Biochemical, and Morphological Properties of 31 Human Cadaveric Upper Limb Tendons: An Open Access Data Set.
  Carina L. Blaker, Dylan M. Ashton, David Chang, David O’Briain, Ying Liu, Samantha A. Hefferan, Nicholas Hartnell, Christopher B. Little, Elizabeth C. Clarke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Upper limb tendon/ligament injuries are common in sport and may require reconstruction using grafts or tendon transfers. Understanding tissue-specific properties is key to improving graft selection criteria and developing new interventions....

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425673   open full text
• Factors Associated With Functional Outcomes in Former Professional American-Style Football Players With Symptomatic Knee and Hip Osteoarthritis.
  Michelle M. Bruneau, Rachel Grashow, Logan Gaudette, Marc G. Weisskopf, Alicia J. Whittington, Herman A. Taylor, Meagan Wasfy, Frank E. Speizer, Ross Zafonte, Aaron Baggish, Joanne Borg-Stein, Adam S. Tenforde.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Functional outcomes and patient characteristics of knee and hip osteoarthritis (OA) have been described in general populations; however, this has yet to be investigated in former professional American-style football (ASF) players.Purpose:To ...

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261420422   open full text
• Epidemiology of Ankle-Related Basketball Injuries Treated in Emergency Departments During 2014-2023.
  David Zhang, Lydia Pezzullo, Matthew Martenson, Ryan M. Nixon, Kevin R. Vincent, Heather K. Vincent.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Evidence is mixed and conflicting regarding emergent ankle injuries by sex and age in basketball.Purpose:To determine during the time frame of 2014-2023 (1) the prevalence and patterns of basketball-related ankle injuries admitted to emergency ...

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251399846   open full text
• Epidemiology of Ankle-Related Basketball Injuries Treated in Emergency Departments During 2014-2023.
  David Zhang, Lydia Pezzullo, Matthew Martenson, Ryan M. Nixon, Kevin R. Vincent, Heather K. Vincent.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Evidence is mixed and conflicting regarding emergent ankle injuries by sex and age in basketball.Purpose:To determine during the time frame of 2014-2023 (1) the prevalence and patterns of basketball-related ankle injuries admitted to emergency ...

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251399846   open full text
• Preoperative Anxiety Levels and Postoperative Opioid Use in Patients Undergoing Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Prospective Cohort Study.
  Evan R. Simpson, Kalyn Smith, Abhay Mathur, Patrick Saunders, David Gazzaniga, Kevin C. Parvaresh, Hafiz F. Kassam.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:The national opioid epidemic has highlighted the critical importance of opioid stewardship within orthopaedic surgery. Previous research has identified a diagnosis of anxiety disorder as significantly associated with postoperative opioid ...

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261427788   open full text
• Arthroscopic Versus Open Elbow Debridements Among ABOS Part II Candidates: A Decline in Arthroscopic Volume yet Fewer Complications After Arthroscopic Procedures.
  Anthony Gavalas, Alexis Sandler, Christopher Bacak, John Scanaliato, Carolyn Hettrich, Nata Parnes.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 02, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Loose body removal and debridement remain common indications for elbow arthroscopy.Purpose:To (1) identify trends in elbow arthroscopy versus open procedures for loose body removal and debridement among American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (...

  April 02, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261425647   open full text
• The Superficial Medial Collateral Ligament Is the Primary Restraint to External Tibial Rotation Among Medial Knee Structures: A Robotic Biomechanical Study.
  Rikiya Itagaki, Kousuke Shiwaku, Hidenori Otsubo, Tomoaki Kamiya, Daisuke Suzuki, Satoshi Yamakawa, Shogo Nabeki, Katsunori Takahashi, Yohei Okada, Tomoyuki Suzuki, Hiromichi Fujie, Makoto Emori, Atsushi Teramoto.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:External rotational stress of the knee leads to several knee problems and persistent pain. Clarifying the role of knee structures in external rotational stability aids in optimizing nonoperative treatment and guiding surgical indications. No ...

  April 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251397517   open full text
• Arthrokinematic Analysis of High-Impact and Large-Rotation Activities at 1 to 2 Years After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Meniscal Surgery.
  Sadegh Khodabandeloo, John C. Ramsdell, Bruce D. Beynnon, Mickey I. Krug, Matthew Geeslin, Mathew J. Failla, Michael J. DeSarno, Niccolo M. Fiorentino.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is associated with a high incidence of posttraumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA). The incidence is even higher when ACLR is combined with meniscal surgery (ACLR+M). The mechanisms associated with the ...

  April 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261422732   open full text
• Biomechanical Comparison of All-Suture Anchors Versus Interference Screws for Femoral Fixation in Pediatric MPFL Reconstruction.
  Amin M. Alayleh, Austin Stoner, Ian Hollyer, Kelly McFarlane, Nneoma Duru, Wills Baird, Calvin Chan, Nicole Pham, Henry B. Ellis, Matthew R. Schmitz, Marc Tompkins, Yi-Meng Yen, Theodore Ganley, Kevin G. Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Pediatric patellofemoral instability is common, and medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is a highly effective treatment option. Femoral graft fixation methods include suture anchors (SAs) and interference screws (ISs), although ...

  April 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428088   open full text
• Biomechanical Comparison of All-Suture Anchors Versus Interference Screws for Femoral Fixation in Pediatric MPFL Reconstruction.
  Amin M. Alayleh, Austin Stoner, Ian Hollyer, Kelly McFarlane, Nneoma Duru, Wills Baird, Calvin Chan, Nicole Pham, Henry B. Ellis, Matthew R. Schmitz, Marc Tompkins, Yi-Meng Yen, Theodore Ganley, Kevin G. Shea.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Pediatric patellofemoral instability is common, and medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is a highly effective treatment option. Femoral graft fixation methods include suture anchors (SAs) and interference screws (ISs), although ...

  April 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671261428088   open full text
• Predicting Leg Length Change After Valgus-Correcting Lateral Opening-Wedge Versus Medial Closing-Wedge Distal Femoral Osteotomy.
  Tristan J. Elias, Erik C. Haneberg, Christopher M. Brusalis, Andrew Phillips, Allen S. Wang, Enrico Forlenza, Monica Kogan, Camila Cohen Kaleka, Aaron J. Krych, Adam B. Yanke.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. April 01, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Distal femoral osteotomy (DFO) may be performed via either a lateral opening-wedge (LOW) or medial closing-wedge (MCW) osteotomy with meaningful clinical improvements; however, the effects of each DFO technique on leg length have not been well ...

  April 01, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251414156   open full text
• Clinical Outcomes of Cartilage Procedures Performed in Conjunction With Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review.
  Napatpong Thamrongskulsiri, Logan D. Moews, Jacob T. Morgan, Felipe Casanova, Tomas F. Vega, Gabriel Octavio Pérez Lloveras, Adam B. Yanke, Brian J. Cole, Jorge Chahla.
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine. March 30, 2026
  Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
  Background:Cartilage lesions are frequently encountered during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and may influence long-term outcomes. Surgical options include debridement, microfracture, osteochondral autograft transfer (OAT), ...

  March 30, 2026   doi: 10.1177/23259671251413265   open full text