AOSSM Specialty Day 2023 with ISAKOS with CME-4. AOSSM-ISAKOS - ACL Technique Theater

4. AOSSM-ISAKOS - ACL Technique Theater - Treme

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Walt Shelton discusses his approach to using quad tendon for ACL reconstruction. He talks about the benefits of using quad tendon as an alternative to bone-patella-tendon-bone graph, such as reproducibility and minimal variability. He explains his technique, which involves making an incision, cutting through the quad tendon, and using a bone plug for fixation. Dr. Shelton discusses the importance of saving the bursal layer for bone grafting and shares his preferred dimensions for the bone plug and soft tissue diameter. He also mentions using allograft for bone grafting and provides guidelines for graft length. The video concludes with x-rays of the final reconstruction and the mention of a standard rehab protocol.

Keywords

ACL reconstruction

quad tendon

bone-patella-tendon-bone graph

reproducibility

minimal variability