What is it about?
This study assessed cyclic displacement after a meniscus root repair.
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Why is it important?
This study found that cyclic displacement which occurs after meniscus root repairs primarily occurs at the suture-tissue interface. It does not occur at the surgical knot tied over a button or the suture within the tibial tunnel.
Perspectives
There has been some concern about the length of suture and whether there is a "bungie" affect with a meniscus root repair. The study found there was no bungie affect and that any loosening of the suture occurs within the meniscal tissue itself.
Dr Robert F LaPrade
Steadman Philippon Research Institute
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This page is a summary of: Cyclic Displacement After Meniscal Root Repair Fixation, The American Journal of Sports Medicine, January 2015, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/0363546514562554.
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