2018
Recognition of evolving medial patellofemoral anatomy provides insight for reconstruction
Tanaka 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsBiomechanical PhenomenaHumansJoint InstabilityLigaments, ArticularPatellar DislocationPatellofemoral JointQuadriceps MuscleTendonsConceptsMedial quadriceps tendon-femoral ligamentMedial patellofemoral ligamentMedial patellotibial ligamentMedial soft tissue stabilizersMedial patellomeniscal ligamentSoft tissue stabilizersPatellofemoral anatomyAnatomic descriptionAnatomical attachment siteMedial patellar stabilizersMedial patellar restraintsLateral patellar displacementMedial patellofemoral complexPatellar stabilizersQuadriceps tendon
2017
Patellofemoral Contact Pressures After Patellar Distalization: A Biomechanical Study
Yang 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAgedBiomechanical PhenomenaCadaverFemaleFemurHumansMaleOsteotomyPatellaPatellofemoral JointPressureQuadriceps MuscleRange of Motion, ArticularTibiaConceptsPatellofemoral contact pressureBlackburne-Peel ratioLateral releaseEarly flexionPatella bajaNative kneeTibial tubercle distalizationWeighted pulley systemFresh-frozen cadaveric kneesIliotibial bandMedial trochleaCadaveric kneesLateral trochleaFlexionKneeBiomechanical studyDistalizationPressure-sensitive filmOsteotomyTrochleaA Practical Guide to Understanding and Treating Patellofemoral Pain.
Fulkerson J. A Practical Guide to Understanding and Treating Patellofemoral Pain. The American Journal Of Orthopedics 2017, 46: 101-103. PMID: 28437495.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsArthroscopyBiomechanical PhenomenaHumansPain ManagementPatellofemoral Pain SyndromePhysical Therapy ModalitiesRestConceptsPain originPain patientsSource of anterior knee painAnterior knee pain patientsKnee pain patientsTreating patellofemoral painPatellofemoral pain patientsAnterior knee painAnteromedial tibial tubercle transferTibial tubercle transferResistant painPatellofemoral painRecalcitrant casesKnee painPainTubercle transferAccurate diagnosisPatientsCartilage deficiencyPainful contracturesArticular lesionsSynovial tissuePatient localizationBiomechanical originSurgery
2011
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.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2009
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.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2007
Anteromedialization – Review and Technique
Farr 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.Peer-Reviewed Reviews, Practice Guidelines, Standards, and Consensus StatementsMeSH KeywordsBiomechanical PhenomenaCartilage, ArticularHumansKnee JointOrthopedic ProceduresPatellofemoral Pain SyndromeCurrent Concepts Review
Bicos J, Fulkerson JP, Amis A. Current Concepts Review. The American Journal Of Sports Medicine 2007, 35: 484-492. PMID: 17303819, DOI: 10.1177/0363546507299237.Peer-Reviewed Educational Materials
2006
Patellofemoral Forces After Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction – A Biomechanical Analysis
Bicos 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchThe Krackow Stitch: A Biomechanical Evaluation of Changing the Number of Loops Versus the Number of Sutures
McKeon 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.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2005
Medial Hamstring Tendon Regeneration Following Harvest for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Fact, Myth, and Clinical Implication
Carofino 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnimalsAnterior Cruciate LigamentAnterior Cruciate Ligament InjuriesBiomechanical PhenomenaHumansKnee JointMagnetic Resonance ImagingPostoperative PeriodRabbitsRecovery of FunctionRegenerationRotationTendonsTissue and Organ HarvestingTorqueTransplantation, AutologousTreatment OutcomeUltrasonographyConceptsAnterior cruciate ligament reconstructionCruciate ligament reconstructionLigament reconstructionKnee flexionMedial hamstring tendonsMajority of patientsSignificant strength deficitsDeep knee flexionMuscle-tendon complexHamstring tendonsStrength deficitsHamstring musclesMuscle bellyRegenerated tendonsScar tissueAnimal modelsFunctional alterationsClinical implicationsTendon complexHistological compositionPeak torqueTendon regenerationTendon resultsTendonGreater deficits
2001
Mechanical Evaluation of a Soft Tissue Interference Screw in Free Tendon Anterior Cruciate Ligament Graft Fixation
Nagarkatti 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCyclic loadingFree tendon graftTendon graftBioabsorbable screwsPorcine boneStiffness of fixationBone densityHuman cadaveric boneFree tendonTendon fixationAnterior cruciate ligament reconstructionAnterior cruciate ligament graft fixationCruciate ligament reconstructionMechanical evaluationBone density measurementsBioabsorbable screw fixationHuman boneFixation strengthBioabsorbable interferenceCadaveric boneLigament reconstructionLoadingGraft fixationFixation failureInterference screw
1995
The Effect of Kurosaka Screw Divergence on the Holding Strength of Bone-Tendon-Bone Grafts
Pierz 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnimalsAnterior Cruciate LigamentArthroscopesBiomechanical PhenomenaBone ScrewsFemurSwineTendon TransferTibiaTreatment FailureConceptsScrew placementAnterior cruciate ligament reconstructionCruciate ligament reconstructionSignificant decreaseAccurate screw placementIntraarticular screw placementLigament reconstructionScrew divergenceTibial sideInterference fixationBone-TendonFresh-frozen porcine kneesBone graftGuide wirePorcine kneesMinor degreeGraftTibiaPullout strengthPlacementScrews
1990
Anteromedial tibial tubercle transfer without bone graft
Fulkerson 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAnteromedial tibial tubercle transferTibial tubercle transferTubercle transferArticular degenerationPostoperative continuous passive motionIncidence of stiffnessPersistent patellofemoral painPatellofemoral contact stressContinuous passive motionExcellent resultsFacet pressureCompartment syndromeIntractable painPatellofemoral painSerious complicationsConsecutive casesPatellar malalignmentSkin sloughSurgical proceduresPatientsBone graftPassive motionPainDegenerationLevel of activity
1989
Evaluation of the Peripatellar Soft Tissues and Retinaculum in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain
Fulkerson 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPatellofemoral painPeripatellar soft tissuesAnterior knee painSoft tissue restraintsDistal quadricepsKnee painCartilage disruptionArticular degenerationCartilage damagePainPatientsChronic stressRetinacular structuresSoft tissuePatellaRetinaculumMalalignmentHemangiomaQuadricepsDegenerationTendon