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John Fulkerson, MD

Professor of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation

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structural anomalies of the femoral trochlea and optimal surgical management of patella instability

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3D imaging and prints to understand intricacies of patellofemoral instability

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patella entry angle high dysplasia

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Incidence of Early Adverse Events After Tibial Tubercle OsteotomyYalcin S, Seals K, McLaughlin W, Fulkerson J, Farrow L. Incidence of Early Adverse Events After Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy. Orthopaedic Journal Of Sports Medicine 2023, 11: 23259671231178345. PMID: 37441509, PMCID: PMC10334009, DOI: 10.1177/23259671231178345.
Three-Dimensional Reproductions for Surgical Decision-Making in the Treatment of Recurrent Patella DislocationYu K, Beitler B, Cooperman D, Frumberg D, Schneble C, McLaughlin W, Fulkerson J. Three-Dimensional Reproductions for Surgical Decision-Making in the Treatment of Recurrent Patella Dislocation. Arthroscopy Techniques 2023, 12: e807-e811. PMID: 37424639, PMCID: PMC10323671, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.02.010.
Localization of the Adductor Tubercle in the Skeletally Immature: A Computed Tomography Study With Patellofemoral Surgical ImplicationsJabbouri S, McLaughlin W, Joo P, Cooperman D, Fulkerson J, Frumberg D. Localization of the Adductor Tubercle in the Skeletally Immature: A Computed Tomography Study With Patellofemoral Surgical Implications. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2023, 51: 1792-1798. PMID: 37093662, DOI: 10.1177/03635465231166027.
Three-Dimensional Printing of the Patellofemoral Joints of Patellar Instability PatientsBeitler B, Yu K, Wang A, Frumberg D, Tommasini S, Wiznia D, Cooperman D, Lattanza L, Fulkerson J. Three-Dimensional Printing of the Patellofemoral Joints of Patellar Instability Patients. Arthroscopy Techniques 2023, 12: e401-e406. PMID: 37013007, PMCID: PMC10066413, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2022.11.023.
Reconceptualization of Trochlear Dysplasia in Patients With Recurrent Patellar Dislocation Using 3-Dimensional ModelsYu K, Cooperman D, Schneble C, McLaughlin W, Beitler B, Kaliney R, Wang A, Fulkerson J. Reconceptualization of Trochlear Dysplasia in Patients With Recurrent Patellar Dislocation Using 3-Dimensional Models. Orthopaedic Journal Of Sports Medicine 2022, 10: 23259671221138257. PMID: 36458105, PMCID: PMC9706073, DOI: 10.1177/23259671221138257.
Coronal Malalignment—When and How to Perform a Tibial Tubercle OsteotomyGardner EC, Molho DA, Fulkerson JP. Coronal Malalignment—When and How to Perform a Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy. Clinics In Sports Medicine 2022, 41: 15-26. PMID: 34782071, DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2021.07.008.
Quadriceps Tendon Attachment Technique for Medial Quadriceps Tendon-Femoral Ligament (MQTFL) Reconstruction in the Surgical Treatment of Recurrent Patella DislocationYu KE, Barden B, Molho DA, Reed DN, Schneble C, McLaughlin W, Fulkerson JP. Quadriceps Tendon Attachment Technique for Medial Quadriceps Tendon-Femoral Ligament (MQTFL) Reconstruction in the Surgical Treatment of Recurrent Patella Dislocation. Arthroscopy Techniques 2021, 11: e95-e98. PMID: 35127434, PMCID: PMC8807880, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2021.09.009.
The Patellofemoral Joint: A Case-Based ApproachAbdelkafy A, Fulkerson J, Kuroda R. The Patellofemoral Joint: A Case-Based Approach. 2021, 111-115. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-81545-5_10.
A 24-Year-Old Female with Anterior Knee Pain, Normal Looking Cartilage, and Mild MalalignmentAitchison A, Fulkerson J, Tompkins M, Green D. A 24-Year-Old Female with Anterior Knee Pain, Normal Looking Cartilage, and Mild Malalignment. 2021, 161-164. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-81545-5_16.
A 35-Year-Old Woman with Painful Early Lateral Patellofemoral Degenerative ArthrosisMagnussen R, Fulkerson J. A 35-Year-Old Woman with Painful Early Lateral Patellofemoral Degenerative Arthrosis. 2021, 187-189. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-81545-5_19.
Current Concepts Regarding Patellofemoral Trochlear DysplasiaLevy BJ, Tanaka MJ, Fulkerson JP. Current Concepts Regarding Patellofemoral Trochlear Dysplasia. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2020, 49: 1642-1650. PMID: 33021814, DOI: 10.1177/0363546520958423.
Review of Trillat, Dejour and Couette on ‘Diagnosis and treatment of recurrent dislocations of the patella’Bastos R, Wascher D, Fiquet C, Fulkerson J, Espregueira-Mendes J, Neyret P. Review of Trillat, Dejour and Couette on ‘Diagnosis and treatment of recurrent dislocations of the patella’. Journal Of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine 2020, 5: 389-396. DOI: 10.1136/jisakos-2020-000446.
Editorial Commentary: The Best Medial Patellofemoral Reconstruction May Include Components of Both Quadriceps and Patellar Attachments.Fulkerson JP. Editorial Commentary: The Best Medial Patellofemoral Reconstruction May Include Components of Both Quadriceps and Patellar Attachments. Arthroscopy : The Journal Of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery : Official Publication Of The Arthroscopy Association Of North America And The International Arthroscopy Association 2020, 36: 1677-1678. PMID: 32503777, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.02.034.
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients.Sidharthan S, Wang G, Schlichte LM, Fulkerson JP, Green DW. Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in Skeletally Immature Patients. JBJS Essential Surgical Techniques 2020, 10: e0110. PMID: 32368409, PMCID: PMC7161734, DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.st.18.00110.
Lateral Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: Anatomy, Biomechanics, Indications and Surgical TechniquesChahla J, Kunze K, Fulkerson J, Yanke A. Lateral Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: Anatomy, Biomechanics, Indications and Surgical Techniques. Operative Techniques In Sports Medicine 2019, 27: 150689. DOI: 10.1016/j.otsm.2019.150689.
An Updated Overview of the Anatomy and Function of the Proximal Medial Patellar Restraints (Medial Patellofemoral Ligament and the Medial Quadriceps Tendon Femoral Ligament)Chahla J, Smigielski R, LaPrade RF, Fulkerson JP. An Updated Overview of the Anatomy and Function of the Proximal Medial Patellar Restraints (Medial Patellofemoral Ligament and the Medial Quadriceps Tendon Femoral Ligament). Sports Medicine And Arthroscopy Review 2019, 27: 136-142. PMID: 31688531, DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0000000000000252.
When and How I Add Trochleoplasty in the Treatment of Recurrent Patella Instability.Fulkerson JP. When and How I Add Trochleoplasty in the Treatment of Recurrent Patella Instability. Sports Medicine And Arthroscopy Review 2019, 27: 169-170. PMID: 31688537, DOI: 10.1097/JSA.0000000000000261.
Unilateral anterior knee pain is associated with increased patellar lateral position after stressed lateral translationLeal A, Andrade R, Flores P, Silva FS, Fulkerson J, Neyret P, Arendt E, Espregueira‐Mendes J. Unilateral anterior knee pain is associated with increased patellar lateral position after stressed lateral translation. Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 2019, 28: 454-462. PMID: 31375878, DOI: 10.1007/s00167-019-05652-7.
Fifteen-Year Minimum Follow-Up of Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer for Lateral and/or Distal Patellofemoral ArthrosisKlinge SA, Fulkerson JP. Fifteen-Year Minimum Follow-Up of Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer for Lateral and/or Distal Patellofemoral Arthrosis. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2019, 35: 2146-2151. PMID: 31272635, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.02.030.
Combined Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Medial Patellofemoral Ligament and Medial Quadriceps Tendon–Femoral LigamentEspregueira-Mendes J, Andrade R, Bastos R, Joseph S, Fulkerson J, Silva L. Combined Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Medial Patellofemoral Ligament and Medial Quadriceps Tendon–Femoral Ligament. Arthroscopy Techniques 2019, 8: e481-e488. PMID: 31194085, PMCID: PMC6551554, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2019.01.006.
Radiographic Landmarks for the Anterior Attachment of the Medial Patellofemoral ComplexTanaka MJ, Tompkins MA, Fulkerson JP. Radiographic Landmarks for the Anterior Attachment of the Medial Patellofemoral Complex. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2019, 35: 1141-1146. PMID: 30611587, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2018.08.052.
Medial Quadriceps Tendon Femoral Ligament Reconstruction Technique and Surgical AnatomyJoseph SM, Fulkerson JP. Medial Quadriceps Tendon Femoral Ligament Reconstruction Technique and Surgical Anatomy. Arthroscopy Techniques 2018, 8: e57-e64. PMID: 30899652, PMCID: PMC6408716, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2018.09.002.
Correction to: Recognition of evolving medial patellofemoral anatomy provides insight for reconstructionTanaka M, Chahla J, Farr J, LaPrade R, Arendt E, Sanchis‐Alfonso V, Post W, Fulkerson J. Correction to: Recognition of evolving medial patellofemoral anatomy provides insight for reconstruction. Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 2018, 27: 2551-2551. PMID: 30470849, DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5304-9.
Recognition of evolving medial patellofemoral anatomy provides insight for reconstructionTanaka MJ, Chahla J, Farr J, LaPrade RF, Arendt EA, Sanchis‐Alfonso V, Post WR, Fulkerson JP. Recognition of evolving medial patellofemoral anatomy provides insight for reconstruction. Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 2018, 27: 2537-2550. PMID: 30370440, DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5266-y.
Editorial Commentary: Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Alone Works Well When the Patient Has Normal Alignment, But Don't Forget to Move the Tibial Tubercle When Necessary!Fulkerson JP. Editorial Commentary: Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Alone Works Well When the Patient Has Normal Alignment, But Don't Forget to Move the Tibial Tubercle When Necessary! Arthroscopy : The Journal Of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery : Official Publication Of The Arthroscopy Association Of North America And The International Arthroscopy Association 2018, 34: 1355-1357. PMID: 29622265, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2018.01.043.
Biomechanical Consequences of Excessive Patellar DistalizationYang J, Fulkerson J, Obopilwe E, Voss A, Divenere J, Mazzocca A, Edgar C. Biomechanical Consequences of Excessive Patellar Distalization. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2017, 33: e74-e75. DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.08.064.
Patellofemoral Contact Pressures After Patellar Distalization: A Biomechanical StudyYang JS, Fulkerson JP, Obopilwe E, Voss A, Divenere J, Mazzocca AD, Edgar CM. Patellofemoral Contact Pressures After Patellar Distalization: A Biomechanical Study. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2017, 33: 2038-2044. PMID: 28844344, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.06.043.
Fifteen Year Minimum Follow Up of Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer for Patellofemoral ArthrosisKlinge S, Fulkerson J. Fifteen Year Minimum Follow Up of Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer for Patellofemoral Arthrosis. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2017, 33: e34-e35. DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.04.102.
The Diagnosis and Initial Treatment of Patellofemoral Disorders.Merchant AC, Fulkerson JP, Leadbetter W. The Diagnosis and Initial Treatment of Patellofemoral Disorders. American Journal Of Orthopedics (Belle Mead, N.J.) 2017, 46: 68-75. PMID: 28437490.
The Anatomic Midpoint of the Attachment of the Medial Patellofemoral ComplexTanaka MJ, Voss A, Fulkerson JP. The Anatomic Midpoint of the Attachment of the Medial Patellofemoral Complex. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2016, 98: 1199-1205. PMID: 27440568, DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.15.01182.
Biomechanical Consequences of Excessive Patellar DistalizationEdgar C, Yang J, Fulkerson J, Obopilwe E, Voss A, Divenere J, Mazzocca A. Biomechanical Consequences of Excessive Patellar Distalization. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2016, 32: e27-e28. DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.03.096.
Diagnosis and treatment of anterior knee painSanchis-Alfonso V, McConnell J, Monllau J, Fulkerson J. Diagnosis and treatment of anterior knee pain. Journal Of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine 2016, 1: 161. DOI: 10.1136/jisakos-2015-000033.
Radiographic Reference Points Are Inaccurate With and Without a True Lateral RadiographZiegler CG, Fulkerson JP, Edgar C. Radiographic Reference Points Are Inaccurate With and Without a True Lateral Radiograph. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2015, 44: 133-142. PMID: 26561652, DOI: 10.1177/0363546515611652.
MQTFL ReconstructionFulkerson J. MQTFL Reconstruction. 2014, 143-145. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-54965-6_18.
Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle TransferFulkerson J. Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer. 2014, 151-153. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-54965-6_20.
Tibial Tubercle OsteotomiesEdgar C, Bollier M, Fulkerson J. Tibial Tubercle Osteotomies. 2013, 111-129. DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4614-4157-1_7.
Medial Quadriceps Tendon–Femoral Ligament: Surgical Anatomy and Reconstruction Technique to Prevent Patella InstabilityFulkerson JP, Edgar C. Medial Quadriceps Tendon–Femoral Ligament: Surgical Anatomy and Reconstruction Technique to Prevent Patella Instability. Arthroscopy Techniques 2013, 2: e125-e128. PMID: 23875137, PMCID: PMC3716224, DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2013.01.002.
Complications of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament ReconstructionTanaka MJ, Bollier MJ, Andrish JT, Fulkerson JP, Cosgarea AJ. Complications of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2012, 94: e87. PMID: 22717839, DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.k.01449.
Anatomic Guidelines for Harvesting a Quadriceps Free Tendon Autograft for Anterior Cruciate Ligament ReconstructionLippe J, Armstrong A, Fulkerson JP. Anatomic Guidelines for Harvesting a Quadriceps Free Tendon Autograft for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2012, 28: 980-984. PMID: 22498044, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2012.01.002.
Technical Failure of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament ReconstructionBollier M, Fulkerson J, Cosgarea A, Tanaka M. Technical Failure of Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2011, 27: 1153-1159. PMID: 21664791, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2011.02.014.
The role of trochlear dysplasia in patellofemoral instability.Bollier M, Fulkerson JP. The role of trochlear dysplasia in patellofemoral instability. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2011, 19: 8-16. PMID: 21205763, DOI: 10.5435/00124635-201101000-00002.
Technical aspects of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction for the general orthopaedic surgeon.Busam ML, Fulkerson JP, Gaskill TR, Moorman CT, Noyes FR, Galloway MT. Technical aspects of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction for the general orthopaedic surgeon. Instructional Course Lectures 2011, 60: 485-97. PMID: 21553793.
Current Concepts Regarding Tibial Tubercle OsteotomyFulkerson J. Current Concepts Regarding Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy. 2010, 275-277. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-05424-2_35.
Patellar instability.Redziniak DE, Diduch DR, Mihalko WM, Fulkerson JP, Novicoff WM, Sheibani-Rad S, Saleh KJ. Patellar instability. Instructional Course Lectures 2010, 59: 195-206. PMID: 20415380.
Surgical Stress-Induced Immune Cell Redistribution Profiles Predict Short-Term and Long-Term Postsurgical RecoveryRosenberger PH, Ickovics JR, Epel E, Nadler E, Jokl P, Fulkerson JP, Tillie JM, Dhabhar FS. Surgical Stress-Induced Immune Cell Redistribution Profiles Predict Short-Term and Long-Term Postsurgical Recovery. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2009, 91: 2783-2794. PMID: 19952239, PMCID: PMC2780920, DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.h.00989.
Patellar instability.Redziniak DE, Diduch DR, Mihalko WM, Fulkerson JP, Novicoff WM, Sheibani-Rad S, Saleh KJ. Patellar instability. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2009, 91: 2264-75. PMID: 19724006.
Patellofemoral DisordersSpang J, Fulkerson J. Patellofemoral Disorders. 2009, 113-127. DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-89504-8_7.
Patellofemoral joint preservationFulkerson J. Patellofemoral joint preservation. Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 2008, 17: 1-1. PMID: 18982309, DOI: 10.1007/s00167-008-0658-z.
Central Quadriceps Tendon for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Long-term Results (SS-33)DeAngelis J, Cote M, Fulkerson J, Caminiti S. Central Quadriceps Tendon for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Long-term Results (SS-33). Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2008, 24: e18. DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2008.04.033.
Anteromedialization of the Tibial Tubercle for Patellofemoral Arthritis in Patients > 50 YearsCarofino B, Fulkerson J. Anteromedialization of the Tibial Tubercle for Patellofemoral Arthritis in Patients > 50 Years. The Journal Of Knee Surgery 2008, 21: 101-105. PMID: 18500060, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1247803.
Mini-Medial Patellofemoral Ligament AdvancementFulkerson J. Mini-Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Advancement. Techniques In Knee Surgery 2008, 7: 2-4. DOI: 10.1097/btk.0b013e318165eef3.
Controversies and techniques in the surgical management of patellofemoral arthritis.Mihalko WM, Boachie-Adjei Y, Spang JT, Fulkerson JP, Arendt EA, Saleh KJ. Controversies and techniques in the surgical management of patellofemoral arthritis. Instructional Course Lectures 2008, 57: 365-80. PMID: 18399598.
Quadriceps Tendon—A Reliable Alternative for Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate LigamentDeAngelis JP, Fulkerson JP. Quadriceps Tendon—A Reliable Alternative for Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament. Clinics In Sports Medicine 2007, 26: 587-596. PMID: 17920954, DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2007.06.005.
Indications and Technique of Distal Tibial Tubercle AnteromedializationBicos J, Fulkerson J. Indications and Technique of Distal Tibial Tubercle Anteromedialization. Operative Techniques In Orthopaedics 2007, 17: 223-233. DOI: 10.1053/j.oto.2007.10.002.
Restoration of Native Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Support After Patella DislocationTom A, Fulkerson JP. Restoration of Native Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Support After Patella Dislocation. Sports Medicine And Arthroscopy Review 2007, 15: 68-71. PMID: 17505320, DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0b013e31803035d3.
Anteromedialization – Review and TechniqueFarr J, Schepsis A, Cole B, Fulkerson J, Lewis P. Anteromedialization – Review and Technique. The Journal Of Knee Surgery 2007, 20: 120-128. PMID: 17486903, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1248030.
Current Concepts ReviewBicos J, Fulkerson JP, Amis A. Current Concepts Review. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2007, 35: 484-492. PMID: 17303819, DOI: 10.1177/0363546507299237.
Arthroscopic release of the vastus lateralis tendon for recurrent patellar dislocation.Fulkerson JP. Arthroscopic release of the vastus lateralis tendon for recurrent patellar dislocation. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2006, 34: 1700; author reply 1700. PMID: 17048345, DOI: 10.1177/0363546506293650.
Patellofemoral Forces After Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction – A Biomechanical AnalysisBicos J, Carofino B, Andersen M, Schepsis A, Fulkerson J, Mazzocca A. Patellofemoral Forces After Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction – A Biomechanical Analysis. The Journal Of Knee Surgery 2006, 19: 317-326. PMID: 17080655, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1248124.
Short-term recovery after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective comparison of three autografts.Joseph M, Fulkerson J, Nissen C, Sheehan TJ. Short-term recovery after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective comparison of three autografts. Orthopedics 2006, 29: 243-8. PMID: 16539202, DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20060301-14.
Residual Strength of the Quadriceps Versus Patellar Tendon After Harvesting a Central Free Tendon GraftAdams DJ, Mazzocca AD, Fulkerson JP. Residual Strength of the Quadriceps Versus Patellar Tendon After Harvesting a Central Free Tendon Graft. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2006, 22: 76-79. PMID: 16399465, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2005.10.015.
The Krackow Stitch: A Biomechanical Evaluation of Changing the Number of Loops Versus the Number of SuturesMcKeon BP, Heming JF, Fulkerson J, Langeland R. The Krackow Stitch: A Biomechanical Evaluation of Changing the Number of Loops Versus the Number of Sutures. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2006, 22: 33-37. PMID: 16399458, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2005.10.008.
Medial Hamstring Tendon Regeneration Following Harvest for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Fact, Myth, and Clinical ImplicationCarofino B, Fulkerson J. Medial Hamstring Tendon Regeneration Following Harvest for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Fact, Myth, and Clinical Implication. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 2005, 21: 1257-1265. PMID: 16226656, DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2005.07.002.
Alternatives to patellofemoral arthroplasty.Fulkerson JP. Alternatives to patellofemoral arthroplasty. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research 2005, 76-80. PMID: 15995424, DOI: 10.1097/01.blo.0000172305.20156.ba.
OPERATIVE TREATMENT OF PATELLOFEMORAL ARTHRITIS*SALEH K, ARENDT E, ELDRIDGE J, FULKERSON J, MINAS T, MULHALL K. OPERATIVE TREATMENT OF PATELLOFEMORAL ARTHRITIS*. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2005, 87: 659-671. DOI: 10.2106/00004623-200503000-00028.
SymposiumSaleh KJ, Arendt EA, Eldridge J, Fulkerson JP, Minas T, Mulhall KJ. Symposium. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 2005, 87: 659-671. PMID: 15741637, DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.d.03035.
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction utilizing central quadriceps free tendonTheut PC, Fulkerson JP, Armour EF, Joseph M. Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction utilizing central quadriceps free tendon. Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 2003, 34: 31-39. PMID: 12735199, DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(02)00068-8.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Patellofemoral PainFulkerson JP. Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Patellofemoral Pain. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2002, 30: 447-456. PMID: 12016090, DOI: 10.1177/03635465020300032501.
Mechanical Evaluation of a Soft Tissue Interference Screw in Free Tendon Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft FixationNagarkatti D, McKeon B, Donahue B, Fulkerson J. Mechanical Evaluation of a Soft Tissue Interference Screw in Free Tendon Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft Fixation. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2001, 29: 67-71. PMID: 11206259, DOI: 10.1177/03635465010290011601.
Resection of Clinically Localized Segments of Painful Retinaculum in the Treatment of Selected Patients with Anterior Knee Pain*Kasim N, Fulkerson J. Resection of Clinically Localized Segments of Painful Retinaculum in the Treatment of Selected Patients with Anterior Knee Pain*. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2000, 28: 811-814. PMID: 11101103, DOI: 10.1177/03635465000280060801.
Anteromedialization of the tibialtubercle: A 4- to 12-year follow-upBuuck D, Fulkerson J. Anteromedialization of the tibialtubercle: A 4- to 12-year follow-up. Operative Techniques In Sports Medicine 2000, 8: 131-137. DOI: 10.1053/otsm.2000.6581.
Anterior Knee Pain in FemalesFulkerson J, Arendt E. Anterior Knee Pain in Females. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 2000, 372: 69-73. PMID: 10738416, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-200003000-00009.
The female knee--anterior knee pain.Fulkerson J, Arendt E. The female knee--anterior knee pain. Connecticut Medicine 1999, 63: 661-4. PMID: 10589147.
Central quadriceps free tendon for anterior cruciate ligament reconstructionFulkerson J. Central quadriceps free tendon for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Operative Techniques In Sports Medicine 1999, 7: 195-200. DOI: 10.1016/s1060-1872(99)80026-4.
Initial evaluation of the athletewith anterior knee painDavis W, Fulkerson J. Initial evaluation of the athletewith anterior knee pain. Operative Techniques In Sports Medicine 1999, 7: 55-58. DOI: 10.1016/s1060-1872(99)80015-x.
The Central Quadriceps Tendon as a Versatile Graft Alternative in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Techniques and Recent ObservationsFulkerson J, McKeon B, Donahue B, Tarinelli D. The Central Quadriceps Tendon as a Versatile Graft Alternative in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Techniques and Recent Observations. Techniques In Orthopaedics 1998, 13: 367-374. DOI: 10.1097/00013611-199812000-00006.
The effects of bone plug length and screw diameter on the holding strength of bone-tendon-bone graftsPomeroy G, Baltz M, Pierz K, Nowak M, Post W, Fulkerson J. The effects of bone plug length and screw diameter on the holding strength of bone-tendon-bone grafts. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1998, 14: 148-152. PMID: 9531125, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(98)70033-7.
Anterolateralization of the Tibial TubercleFulkerson J. Anterolateralization of the Tibial Tubercle. Techniques In Orthopaedics 1997, 12: 165-169. DOI: 10.1097/00013611-199709000-00005.
Correlation of Patellar Articular Lesions with Results from Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle TransferPidoriano A, Weinstein R, Buuck D, Fulkerson J. Correlation of Patellar Articular Lesions with Results from Anteromedial Tibial Tubercle Transfer. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 1997, 25: 533-537. PMID: 9240988, DOI: 10.1177/036354659702500417.
Fracture of the Proximal Tibia With immediate Weightbearing after a Fulkerson OsteotomyStetson W, Friedman M, Fulkerson J, Cheng M, Buuck D. Fracture of the Proximal Tibia With immediate Weightbearing after a Fulkerson Osteotomy. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 1997, 25: 570-574. PMID: 9240993, DOI: 10.1177/036354659702500422.
Office evaluation of patients with anterior knee pain.Fulkerson J. Office evaluation of patients with anterior knee pain. The Journal Of Knee Surgery 1997, 10: 181-3. PMID: 9280114.
ARTHROSCOPY OF THE PATELLOFEMORAL JOINTPidoriano A, Fulkerson J. ARTHROSCOPY OF THE PATELLOFEMORAL JOINT. Clinics In Sports Medicine 1997, 16: 17-28. PMID: 9012559, DOI: 10.1016/s0278-5919(05)70005-3.
The central quadriceps tendon graftfor cruciate ligament reconstructionFulkerson J, Langeland R. The central quadriceps tendon graftfor cruciate ligament reconstruction. Operative Techniques In Orthopaedics 1996, 6: 135-137. DOI: 10.1016/s1048-6666(96)80012-7.
Fracture of the proximal tibia with immediate weight bearing following fulkerson osteotomyStetson W, Friedman M, Fulkerson J, Cheng M, Buuck D. Fracture of the proximal tibia with immediate weight bearing following fulkerson osteotomy. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1996, 12: 355-356. DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(96)90090-0.
The Effect of Kurosaka Screw Divergence on the Holding Strength of Bone-Tendon-Bone GraftsPierz K, Baltz M, Fulkerson J. The Effect of Kurosaka Screw Divergence on the Holding Strength of Bone-Tendon-Bone Grafts. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 1995, 23: 332-335. PMID: 7661262, DOI: 10.1177/036354659502300314.
An alternative cruciate reconstruction graft: The central quadriceps tendonFulkerson J, Langeland R. An alternative cruciate reconstruction graft: The central quadriceps tendon. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1995, 11: 252-254. PMID: 7794444, DOI: 10.1016/0749-8063(95)90078-0.
Knee pain diagrams: Correlation with physical examination findings in patients with anterior knee painPost W, Fulkerson J. Knee pain diagrams: Correlation with physical examination findings in patients with anterior knee pain. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1994, 10: 618-623. PMID: 7880352, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(05)80058-1.
Patellofemoral Pain Disorders: Evaluation and Management.Fulkerson J. Patellofemoral Pain Disorders: Evaluation and Management. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 1994, 2: 124-132. PMID: 10709000, DOI: 10.5435/00124635-199403000-00006.
Anterior knee pain--a symptom not a diagnosis.Post W, Fulkerson J. Anterior knee pain--a symptom not a diagnosis. Bulletin On The Rheumatic Diseases 1993, 42: 5-7. PMID: 8504325.
Insertion orientation of terminal vastus lateralis obliquus and vastus medialis obliquus muscle fibers in human kneesBennett W, Doherty N, Hallisey M, Fulkerson J. Insertion orientation of terminal vastus lateralis obliquus and vastus medialis obliquus muscle fibers in human knees. Clinical Anatomy 1993, 6: 129-134. DOI: 10.1002/ca.980060302.
Distal Realignment of the Patellofemoral Joint Indications, Effects, Results, and RecommendationsPost W, Fulkerson J. Distal Realignment of the Patellofemoral Joint Indications, Effects, Results, and Recommendations. Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 1992, 23: 631-643. PMID: 1408046, DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(20)31777-6.
Preoperative computed tomography scanning and arthroscopy in predicting outcome after lateral retinacular releaseShea K, Fulkerson J. Preoperative computed tomography scanning and arthroscopy in predicting outcome after lateral retinacular release. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1992, 8: 327-334. PMID: 1418204, DOI: 10.1016/0749-8063(92)90063-h.
Comparison of initial pull-out strength of arthroscopic suture and staple Bankart repair techniquesShea K, O'Keefe R, Fulkerson J. Comparison of initial pull-out strength of arthroscopic suture and staple Bankart repair techniques. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1992, 8: 179-182. PMID: 1637429, DOI: 10.1016/0749-8063(92)90033-8.
Operative management of patellofemoral pain.Fulkerson J. Operative management of patellofemoral pain. Scandinavian Journal Of Surgery 1991, 80: 224-9. PMID: 1897892.
Attachment of epiphyseal cartilage cells and 17/28 rat osteosarcoma osteoblasts using mussel adhesive proteinFulkerson J, Norton L, Gronowicz G, Picciano P, Massicotte J, Nissen C. Attachment of epiphyseal cartilage cells and 17/28 rat osteosarcoma osteoblasts using mussel adhesive protein. Journal Of Orthopaedic Research® 1990, 8: 793-798. PMID: 2213335, DOI: 10.1002/jor.1100080603.
Disorders of patellofemoral alignment.Fulkerson J, Shea K. Disorders of patellofemoral alignment. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 1990, 72: 1424-9. PMID: 2229126, DOI: 10.2106/00004623-199072090-00027.
Anteromedial tibial tubercle transfer without bone graftFulkerson J, Becker G, Meaney J, Miranda M, Folcik M. Anteromedial tibial tubercle transfer without bone graft. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 1990, 18: 490-497. PMID: 2252090, DOI: 10.1177/036354659001800508.
Collagen biosynthesis in rabbit intraarticular patellar tendon transplantsFulkerson J, Berke A, Parthasarathy N. Collagen biosynthesis in rabbit intraarticular patellar tendon transplants. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 1990, 18: 249-253. PMID: 2372073, DOI: 10.1177/036354659001800305.
FURTHER CT ANALYSES OF THE PATELLOFEMORAL JOINT AND SURROUNDING SOFT TISSUESDeyoe L, Ramsby G, Fulkerson J. FURTHER CT ANALYSES OF THE PATELLOFEMORAL JOINT AND SURROUNDING SOFT TISSUES. Investigative Radiology 1989, 24: s116. DOI: 10.1097/00004424-198912000-00170.
Skeletal muscle hemangioma: A cause of unexplained pain about the kneeElliot A, Fulkerson J. Skeletal muscle hemangioma: A cause of unexplained pain about the knee. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1989, 5: 269-273. PMID: 2590324, DOI: 10.1016/0749-8063(89)90140-0.
Evaluation of the Peripatellar Soft Tissues and Retinaculum in Patients with Patellofemoral PainFulkerson J. Evaluation of the Peripatellar Soft Tissues and Retinaculum in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain. Clinics In Sports Medicine 1989, 8: 197-202. PMID: 2752435, DOI: 10.1016/s0278-5919(20)30832-2.
Entrapment of the medial meniscus in a fracture of the tibial eminenceBurstein D, Viola A, Fulkerson J. Entrapment of the medial meniscus in a fracture of the tibial eminence. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1988, 4: 47-50. PMID: 3355640, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(88)80013-6.
David J.DandyArthroscopic Management of the Knee1987Churchill LivingstoneNew YorkFulkerson J. David J.DandyArthroscopic Management of the Knee1987Churchill LivingstoneNew York. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1988, 4: 232-233. DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(88)80035-5.
Anatomy of the junction of the vastus lateralis tendon and the patella.Hallisey M, Doherty N, Bennett W, Fulkerson J. Anatomy of the junction of the vastus lateralis tendon and the patella. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery 1987, 69: 545-9. PMID: 3571314, DOI: 10.2106/00004623-198769040-00011.
Letters to the editorFulkerson J. Letters to the editor. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1987, 3: 214-216. DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(87)80072-5.
Computerized tomography of the patellofemoral joint before and after lateral release or realignmentFulkerson J, Schutzer S, Ramsby G, Bernstein R. Computerized tomography of the patellofemoral joint before and after lateral release or realignment. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1987, 3: 19-24. PMID: 3566891, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(87)80005-1.
Articular cartilage response to arthroscopic surgery: A review of current knowledgeFulkerson J, Winters T. Articular cartilage response to arthroscopic surgery: A review of current knowledge. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1986, 2: 184-189. PMID: 3533097, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(86)80065-2.
Computed Tomographic Classification of Patellofemoral Pain PatientsSchutzer S, Ramsby G, Fulkerson J. Computed Tomographic Classification of Patellofemoral Pain Patients. Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 1986, 17: 235-248. PMID: 3714207, DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(20)30401-6.
After Failure of Conservative Treatment for Painful Patellofemoral Malalignment: Lateral Release or Realignment?Fulkerson J, Schutzer S. After Failure of Conservative Treatment for Painful Patellofemoral Malalignment: Lateral Release or Realignment? Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 1986, 17: 283-288. PMID: 3714212, DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(20)30407-7.
The Plica Syndrome: A New PerspectiveBroom M, Fulkerson J. The Plica Syndrome: A New Perspective. Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 1986, 17: 279-281. PMID: 3754943, DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(20)30406-5.
ForewordFULKERSON J. Foreword. Orthopedic Clinics Of North America 1986, 17: 209. DOI: 10.1016/s0030-5898(20)30397-7.
The Evaluation of Patellofemoral Pain Using Computerized TomographySCHUTZER S, RAMSBY G, FULKERSON J. The Evaluation of Patellofemoral Pain Using Computerized Tomography. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1986, 204: 288-293. PMID: 3956015, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198603000-00031.
Comparison of diflunisal and naproxen for relief of anterior knee pain.Fulkerson J, Folcik M. Comparison of diflunisal and naproxen for relief of anterior knee pain. Clinical Therapeutics 1986, 9 Suppl C: 59-61. PMID: 3548986.
Analgesia following arthroscopic surgery: Comparison of diflunisal and acetaminophen with codeineFulkerson J, Folcik M. Analgesia following arthroscopic surgery: Comparison of diflunisal and acetaminophen with codeine. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1986, 2: 108-110. PMID: 3730061, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(86)80024-x.
Histologic Evidence of Retinacular Nerve Injury Associated with Patellofemoral MalalignmentFULKERSON J, TENNANT R, JAIVIN J, GRUNNET M. Histologic Evidence of Retinacular Nerve Injury Associated with Patellofemoral Malalignment. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1985, 197: 196-205. PMID: 4017335, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198507000-00024.
Bupivacaine and saline effects on articular cartilageNole R, Munson N, Fulkerson J. Bupivacaine and saline effects on articular cartilage. Arthroscopy The Journal Of Arthroscopic And Related Surgery 1985, 1: 123-127. PMID: 4091916, DOI: 10.1016/s0749-8063(85)80042-6.
The Etiology of Patellofemoral Pain in Young, Active PatientsFulkerson J. The Etiology of Patellofemoral Pain in Young, Active Patients. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1983, 179: 129-133. PMID: 6617004, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198310000-00018.
Lateral Retinacular Release for Intractable Lateral Retinacular PainKrompinger W, Fulkerson J. Lateral Retinacular Release for Intractable Lateral Retinacular Pain. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1983, 179: 191-193. PMID: 6617015, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198310000-00029.
Effect of Prostaglandin E2 on Adult Pig Articular Cartilage Slices in CultureFulkerson J, Damiano P. Effect of Prostaglandin E2 on Adult Pig Articular Cartilage Slices in Culture. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1983, 179: 266-269. PMID: 6577997, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198310000-00040.
Anteromedialization of the Tibial Tuberosity for Patellofemoral MalalignmentFulkerson J. Anteromedialization of the Tibial Tuberosity for Patellofemoral Malalignment. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1983, 177: 176-181. PMID: 6861394, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198307000-00027.
LIMITATION OF ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION BY RETINACULAR KNEE PAIN.Fulkerson J, Krompinger W. LIMITATION OF ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION BY RETINACULAR KNEE PAIN. Medicine & Science In Sports & Exercise 1983, 15: 115. DOI: 10.1249/00005768-198315020-00125.
The osteoarthritic cascade and associated drug actionsChrisman O, Ladenbauer-Bellis I, Fulkerson J. The osteoarthritic cascade and associated drug actions. Seminars In Arthritis And Rheumatism 1981, 11: 145. DOI: 10.1016/0049-0172(81)90082-2.
Transient Ulnar Neuropathy from Nordic SkiingFULKERSON J. Transient Ulnar Neuropathy from Nordic Skiing. Clinical Orthopaedics And Related Research® 1980, 153: 230-231. PMID: 7449222, DOI: 10.1097/00003086-198011000-00034.
In vitro hexosamine depletion of intact articular cartilage by e‐prostaglandinsFulkerson J, Ladenbauer‐Bellis I, Chrisman O. In vitro hexosamine depletion of intact articular cartilage by e‐prostaglandins. Arthritis & Rheumatism 1979, 22: 1117-1121. PMID: 486222, DOI: 10.1002/art.1780221011.

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