Patellofemoral instability with recurrent patellar dislocations is a debilitating
condition that frequently affects a young, active patient population. Isolated medial
patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction has emerged as an effective treatment
(risk of recurrent less than 2%) of recurrent patellar dislocations that occur in
the absence significant patellofemoral malalignment or osseous abnormalities. Rehabilitation
following MPFL reconstruction often includes bracing, extensive limited weight bearing
and slow advancement in range of motion. We hypothesize that an accelerated rehabilitation
program following MPFL reconstruction will yield low rates of recurrent dislocation
and subsequent treatment failure.
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SS-23April 26, 2018, 4:15 PM
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