Steven F. DeFroda

Jul 26, 2024 | arthroscopytechniques.org | Clayton Nuelle |Steven F. DeFroda

See video under supplementary data. Rotator cuff tears (RCTs) are frequently seen in middle-aged and elderly patients. Studies have shown that more than 60% of patients aged 80 years or older have RCTs. Additionally, patients aged 66 years or older have a 50% likelihood of experiencing bilateral RCTs.1 Nonoperative treatment modalities can be extremely effective for these patients, but limitations in function or ongoing pain may motivate patients to consider surgical management.

Sep 11, 2023 | arthroscopytechniques.org | Steven F. DeFroda |Clayton Nuelle

AbstractTreatment of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions poses a significant challenge for orthopaedic surgeons and can cause debilitating limitations on the activity of patients. Timing of intervention, surgical technique, and selection of graft when needed are all key elements of treatment that need to be considered carefully and discussed with patients. Primary fixation of an OCD fragment with intact subchondral bone has been shown to be beneficial in some cases.

Jun 5, 2023 | arthroscopytechniques.org | Steven F. DeFroda |Clayton Nuelle

AbstractTibial spine avulsion fractures, or tibial eminence fractures, are intra-articular knee injuries that affect the bony attachment of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). It is commonly seen in children and adolescents aged 8 to 15 years old and can be caused by noncontact pivot shift injuries or by traumatic hyperextension knee injuries, as seen in adult ACL patients.