Publications by authors named "Neil K McGroarty"
Lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) instability is a common cause of metatarsalgia and is associated with plantar plate pathology. The instability is often due to chronic attenuation and attritional changes of the plantar plate and collateral ligaments, leading to eventual rupture. The plantar plate and collateral ligaments serve as the primary stabilizers of the MTPJ, and rupture or attenuation of these ligaments leads to instability.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis article reviews the etiology, clinical presentation, classification schemes, and treatment options for osteochondral lesions of the talus. These lesions typically occur after a traumatic injury and are best diagnosed on MRI. Asymptomatic lesions and incidentally found lesions are best treated conservatively; however, acute displaced osteochondral fragments may require surgical treatment.
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- Female athletes are more vulnerable to sport-related concussions (SRCs) and tend to experience worse outcomes compared to male athletes, but research on the reasons is limited.
- A systematic review analyzed data from various studies to identify factors contributing to severe concussions in female athletes, highlighting lower tolerance for head impacts and potential hormonal influences.
- The review found that while females are more likely to report their concussions, there is still underreporting, which can lead to untreated cases and exacerbated symptoms.