AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course no CME-Patellofemoral Instability Options

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Video Summary

The video discusses various aspects of patella-femoral instability options. It starts by mentioning the increased interest in patellar dislocations following an incident involving a football player in 2019. The incidence of patellar dislocations is high in sports, with a significant number of patients experiencing osteochondral injuries and MPFL injuries. The video highlights the high recurrence rates and negative impact on athletes' performance. Different studies and data are presented to provide insights into the prevalence, risk factors, diagnostic procedures, treatment options, and outcomes of patella-femoral instability. The importance of early surgery for certain cases, such as associated loose bodies, is emphasized, and non-operative options are also discussed. Additionally, the video touches on risk prediction models for recurrence and the significance of addressing cartilage defects.

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Presented by Robin V. West MD

Keywords

patella-femoral instability

patellar dislocations

osteochondral injuries

MPFL injuries

recurrence rates