AOSSM 2022 Annual Meeting Recordings - no CME-Q & A: Aging Athlete

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In this video transcript, a panel of surgeons discuss the increased risk of arthritis in ACL-injured knees. The surgeons suggest potential reasons for this increased risk, including damage at the time of ACL tear, chondral injury, and alterations in biomechanics. They also discuss the importance of viewing patients with their physiologic age rather than their chronological age, and tailoring treatment options accordingly. The panel members offer conservative approaches to managing patients with ACL injuries who do not desire surgery, including supplements like turmeric or curcumin, physical therapy, bracing, and injections such as visco-supplementation. They also mention the potential benefits of using a cane to offload joint stress and improve mobility. The panel acknowledges that there is limited evidence for certain treatments, such as antioxidant injections, and encourage the use of evidence-based medicine.

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Vonda Wright, MD; Morgan Jones, MD; Thomas Gill, MD

Keywords

ACL-injured knees

arthritis risk

conservative approaches

visco-supplementation

evidence-based medicine