Does Anterior Impaction Affect Radiographic Outcomes of Pilon Fractures?

Background: The outcomes of pilon fractures are multifactorial. Anterior articular impaction requires sagittal plane correction (anterior distal tibia angle (ADTA)) with articular reduction. However, there is a risk of avascular necrosis of the articular fragments and postoperative tibiotalar arthritis.

Quadriceps Tendon Lengthening for Obligatory (Habitual) Patellar Dislocation in Flexion.

Obligatory patella dislocation in flexion is an uncommon form of patellar instability, where the patella is located in extension and dislocates with every episode of knee flexion. This results in dramatically altered patellofemoral kinematics and can be extremely debilitating due to extensor strength deficits and lack of knee confidence in flexion. Concomitant pathology, which is often seen, includes a tight lateral retinaculum and a shortened extensor mechanism.

Return to Play after Patellar Stabilization.

Purpose Of Review: The purpose of this review is to evaluate the existing literature regarding return to play (RTP) and return to prior performance (RPP) following patellar stabilization surgery. It will also discuss suggested guidelines regarding RTP, and finally, to encourage future patellofemoral instability research to report and publish results of RTP rates using standardized RTP guidelines.

Recent Findings: There is a lack of validation and universal adoption of standardized RTP guidelines.