2023
Localization of the Adductor Tubercle in the Skeletally Immature: A Computed Tomography Study With Patellofemoral Surgical Implications
Jabbouri 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMedial patellofemoral ligamentAdductor magnus tendonAdductor tubercleTendon insertionMQTFL reconstructionPediatric patientsTomography scanDistal femurAnchor placementMale pediatric patientsDistal femoral physisFellowship-trained musculoskeletal radiologistsComputed tomography studyMale cadaveric specimensProximal-distal orientationAnterior-posterior distanceDescriptive laboratory studyImmature patientsSkeletally immatureLigament reconstructionFemoral physisPatellofemoral ligamentSurgical implicationsPatellofemoral instabilityMusculoskeletal radiologists
2020
Current Concepts Regarding Patellofemoral Trochlear Dysplasia
Levy 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsRecurrent patellar instabilityTrochlear dysplasiaPatellar instabilityPatellofemoral jointMedial quadriceps tendon-femoral ligamentMajority of patientsTibial tubercle transferMajority of casesArticular cartilageSurgical stabilizationMedial patellofemoralOptimal treatmentTubercle transferDysplasiaPatientsComplex structural anomaliesPatellofemoral trackingSurgical planningTrochleoplastyStructural anomaliesSpecific deficitsCartilagePatellofemoralMajority
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 ResearchConceptsPatellofemoral contact pressureBlackburne-Peel ratioLateral releaseEarly flexionPatella bajaNative kneeTibial tubercle distalizationWeighted pulley systemFresh-frozen cadaveric kneesIliotibial bandMedial trochleaCadaveric kneesLateral trochleaFlexionKneeBiomechanical studyDistalizationPressure-sensitive filmOsteotomyTrochlea
2015
Radiographic Reference Points Are Inaccurate With and Without a True Lateral Radiograph
Ziegler 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.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2008
Patellofemoral joint preservation
Fulkerson J. Patellofemoral joint preservation. Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 2008, 17: 1-1. PMID: 18982309, DOI: 10.1007/s00167-008-0658-z.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
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 Research
2005
Symposium
Saleh 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.Chapters
2002
Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Patellofemoral Pain
Fulkerson 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.ChaptersConceptsMost patientsPatellofemoral painAnteromedial tibial tubercle transferDefinitive corrective surgeryExternal rotator strengtheningAnterior knee painSpecific physical findingsTreatment of patientsMini-open approachPrecise physical examinationTibial tubercle transferNature of injuryMedial patellar subluxationEntire kinetic chainMinimal surgical interventionPatellar bracingPatellar tapingPathologic plicaKnee painNonoperative treatmentPostoperative patientsCorrective surgeryPainful scarSurgical interventionPhysical examination
1997
Fracture of the Proximal Tibia With immediate Weightbearing after a Fulkerson Osteotomy
Stetson 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPhysical therapy regimenTherapy regimenPartial weightbearingFulkerson osteotomyFull weightbearingProximal tibiaImmediate weightbearingRadiographic evidenceFracture incidenceTibial tubercleComplete healingOblique osteotomyAcceptable alignmentWeightbearingOsteotomyRegimenPatientsTibiaFracturesSeparate institutionsAnteromedializationIncidenceAngulationWeeks
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 ResearchConceptsScrew placementAnterior cruciate ligament reconstructionCruciate ligament reconstructionSignificant decreaseAccurate screw placementIntraarticular screw placementLigament reconstructionScrew divergenceTibial sideInterference fixationBone-TendonFresh-frozen porcine kneesBone graftGuide wirePorcine kneesMinor degreeGraftTibiaPullout strengthPlacementScrews
1992
Distal Realignment of the Patellofemoral Joint Indications, Effects, Results, and Recommendations
Post 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAnteromedial tibial tubercle transferDistal realignment proceduresMeticulous surgical techniqueTibial tubercle transferDistal realignmentOperative treatmentPhysical examinationThorough historyPatellofemoral malalignmentTubercle transferSurgical techniqueEffective treatmentRealignment proceduresPrecise diagnosisMaximal benefitLower ratesTreatmentSpecific patternsComplicationsMalalignmentDiagnosis
1991
Operative management of patellofemoral pain.
Fulkerson J. Operative management of patellofemoral pain. Scandinavian Journal Of Surgery 1991, 80: 224-9. PMID: 1897892.ChaptersConceptsPatellofemoral painTibial tubercleLateral releaseOblique osteotomyNon-operative measuresBasic surgical proceduresPatellar articular surfaceMedial imbricationMost patientsSurgical treatmentOperative managementAnterior displacementArticular degenerationDistal proceduresSurgical proceduresAdequate treatmentBone graftMetaphyseal bonePainSpecific disordersMechanical disordersArticular surfacePatientsOsteotomyDisorders
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
1987
Computerized tomography of the patellofemoral joint before and after lateral release or realignment
Fulkerson 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAnteromedial tibial tubercle transferTibial tubercle transferTubercle transferLateral releaseComputerized tomographyAbnormal tiltSoft tissue realignmentLateral retinacular releaseAccurate diagnostic toolArticular degenerationRetinacular releasePatellar subluxationPatellar tiltComputerized tomogramPatellofemoral joint
1986
Computed Tomographic Classification of Patellofemoral Pain Patients
Schutzer 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchAfter 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchThe Evaluation of Patellofemoral Pain Using Computerized Tomography
SCHUTZER 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsDegrees of flexionComputerized tomographyPatellofemoral painPatellofemoral jointMaximal quadriceps contractionPersistent patellofemoral painPeripatellar painProgressive flexionQuadriceps contractionSurgical realignmentAsymptomatic volunteersKnee flexionPatientsAxial radiographsPatellar tiltingAnatomic differencesPainTraditional radiographsFlexionPatellaTomographyMalalignmentRadiographsTrochleaDistinct patterns
1983
The Etiology of Patellofemoral Pain in Young, Active Patients
Fulkerson 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.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPatellofemoral painProspective clinical examinationSoft tissue problemsPeripatellar retinaculumYounger patientsActive patientsClinical examinationSynovial irritationPainTissue problemsAberrant mechanicsPatientsYoung personChondromalaciaPrimary causeRetinaculumEtiologyKneeYoung peopleIrritation