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Complex Knee Surgeon & Sports Medicine Specialist Twin Cities Orthopedics. https://nitter.cf/t.co/fcjYiaAFDi
Edina, Minnesota
Joined November 2011
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#EhlersDanlos syndrome affects far more than just the joints. From hypermobility and chronic pain to stretchy skin, easy bruising, and delayed motor development in children, symptoms vary widely. Learn more about recognizing the signs: medilink.us/q15e #EDS #Orthopedics
Runner’s knee isn’t always inside the joint. Outside knee pain in distance runners is often iliotibial band friction syndrome from repetitive motion. The good news? Treatment is usually conservative, and surgery is rarely necessary: medilink.us/sp09 #Running #Orthopedics
How do we approach proximal tibiofibular joint instability? Acute injuries often get a few weeks of knee immobilization for ligament healing. For chronic cases, a taping trial helps confirm instability and determine if surgery is needed: medilink.us/4xf9 #SportsMed
A medial meniscus tear takes many forms. A horizontal cleavage tear splits the tissue into upper and lower portions. Knowing the exact tear type on an MRI is crucial for guiding treatment. Watch Dr. LaPrade break it down: medilink.us/7gns #Orthopedics #KneeInjury
With a #multiligament #kneeinjury, finding one torn ligament is only part of the picture. The #ACL, #PCL, #MCL and posterolateral corner all need evaluation. Missing one can mean missing a major source of instability. Read more: medilink.us/3kcv #Orthopedics
Recovery after lateral collateral ligament surgery follows a strict timeline: 6 weeks non-weight-bearing, no hamstring work for 4 months, and stress images at 5 months before clearing side-to-side activities. Bracing continues through year 1: medilink.us/erx6 #SportsMed
#PhysicianAssistant is a title, what you bring to the team is something else entirely. Clinical judgment, accountability & unmatched dedication. Proud to recognize Chris Armstrong, PA-C, ATC, for the vital role he plays in our orthopedic team. medilink.us/upp8 #PAWeek
Dr. LaPrade was honored to co-chair with Dr. Roberto Negrin the LATAM MASTERS KNEE COURSE in Santiago Chile from October 1-2, 2026.
Sponsored by Smith and Nephew, this very high-level course on the advanced treatment of complex knee injuries covered meniscal radial, ramp, and
Dr. Gustavo Rincon, Dr. Rodrigo Maestu, and Dr. Jonathon Super provided high level talks and engaging crossfire debates that, combined with live cadaver surgical demonstrations, provided the highest level of teaching to the almost 200 highly engaged participants.
For degenerative #discoid #meniscustears, inside-out sutures are preferred over all-inside devices to secure the tissue. Because the lateral meniscus absorbs up to 70% of joint shock, close monitoring for arthritis after resection is vital: medilink.us/6is2 #Orthopedics
What does recovery look like after #patellar #tendonitis surgery? Early motion is limited & weightbearing is restricted for about 6 weeks. Cycling can then be introduced, with strength/activity progressing gradually. Full activity may take about 6 months. medilink.us/fcmw
A failed #ACLgraft changes things. Before revision, Dr. LaPrade looks beyond the #ACL to assess tunnel position, meniscal status, and rotational or peripheral instability. Identifying what contributed to failure helps determine what to correct when. medilink.us/af6q
Excessive #knee #hyperextension after an injury can be a difficult problem to treat. Dr. LaPrade discusses #genurecurvatum and why determining whether the cause is ligament injury, bony changes or muscle weakness is critical to understanding the problem. medilink.us/wadt
An #MRI is an important tool for evaluating an #osteochondritis #dissecans #lesion. But the lesion itself isn't the only finding that matters. In this video, Dr. LaPrade explains what he looks for regarding the bone and cartilage on the scan. medilink.us/72ja #medtwitter
#PosterolateralCorner injuries can be easy to underestimate. A Grade III injury requires more than an #MRI, with a comprehensive exam, imaging and a treatment plan that accounts for timing. Acute injuries are ideally treated within 3 weeks in these cases. medilink.us/ncrc
A stationary bike can be useful with #patellar #chondromalacia because it provides low-impact exercise while building strength. But cycling should not consistently worsen knee symptoms. If it does, have the knee evaluated. medilink.us/dpgt #kneeinjury #sportsmedicine
After #meniscectomy, ask more than, “Did the patient improve?” Ask: “What did we change biomechanically?” Resection can alter gait, joint loading and quadriceps function, with implications for articular cartilage. Preserve the #meniscus when possible. medilink.us/picn
What increases the risk of a repeat #kneecapdislocation? A torn medial patellofemoral ligament, a high-riding kneecap, a shallow thighbone groove & knock-kneed alignment can all contribute to instability. Learn what factors matter when planning treatment. medilink.us/08m9
