2022 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Conservative Treatment in PCL Lesions in a Military Unit When and Results

Conservative Treatment in PCL Lesions in a Military Unit When and Results

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In the video, the speaker discusses their experience in non-operative treatment of isolated PCL injuries in the military population. They explain that PCL injuries are commonly caused by traffic accidents and athletic injuries, with the majority being associated with additional ligament injuries. They highlight the PCL's natural healing ability but caution that without proper treatment, it can heal in an elongated position. The speaker discusses the anatomy and function of the PCL and notes that treatment for PCL injuries has varied from conservative to surgical approaches. They emphasize the importance of diagnosing and treating PCL injuries in the acute setting to avoid long-term consequences. The speaker also discusses the clinical examination, imaging techniques, and rehabilitation program for PCL injuries. They share their own experience with non-operative management of isolated PCL injuries in active military personnel and conclude that this approach allows the majority of patients to return to their previous level of function with minimal disability. They suggest further studies should compare the outcomes of operative and non-operative management of PCL injuries. No credits were granted for the video.

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Manuel Perez Zabala, MD

Keywords

non-operative treatment

isolated PCL injuries

military population

traffic accidents

athletic injuries