Research and Publications

Research & Publications

Our doctors are committed to scientific investigation that advances the field of orthopedics and benefits patients young and old. We collaborate with organizations who share our research mission and vision. Our continued research allows us to be the leaders in orthopedic and muskuloskelatal treatement.

Our doctors author and contribute to wide-ranging publications featuring specialized orthopedic care, technology innovations and new treatment methods. Below you'll find a few examples of some recent research. If you click on the specific names at the bottom of the page, you'll find more research that our doctors have completed.

Recent & Current Research:

 

Evolution and Experience with Minimally Invasive Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty Performed on an Orthopedic Table

Journal/Publication: Seminars in Arthroplasty, June 2008
Principal Investigator: Anthony Brown, MD; Joel Matta; and Sonny Bal, MD, MBA
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Double-Blind, Multi-Center Phase 3 Study Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of OMS103 HP Vehicle in Patients Undergoing Allograft ACL Reconstruction

Principal Investigators: Christopher Larson, M.D.; J. Patrick Smith, M.D.
Purpose: To compare the efficacy and safety of the OMS103HP in patients undergoing allograft reconstruction.
Stage: IRB-approved. Recruiting patients.
 

The Effects of A Specific Neuromuscular/Agility Program on Early Functional Recovery After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective, Randomized Study

Principal Investigators: Christopher Larson, M.D.; J. Patrick Smith, M.D.
Purpose: To explore the efficacy of neuromuscular training following ACL reconstruction. The study is in conjunction with the Institute for Athletic Medicine"s "Next Step" program, a five-week intensive sport-readiness rehabilitation program.
Stage: IRB-approved. Recruiting patients.
 

Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Using a Single Row Suture Anchor Fixation Technique

Principal Investigator: Greg Lervick, M.D.
Purpose: To determine the efficacy anf long-term functional outcome of using a single row suture for rotator cuff repair.
Stage: Composing IRB application.
 

An Assessment of High Dose Gamme Irradiated Allografts in Patients with ACL Reconstruction

Principal Investigators: Christopher Larson, M.D.; J. Patrick Smith, M.D.
Purpose: To prospectively assess ACL surgical reconstruction using Clearant Process treated commercially available irradiated allografts in patients with an ACL injury to evaluate critical functional outcomes (i.e., range of motion, passive motion deficit, effusion, etc.).
Stage: IRB-approved. Recruiting patients.
 

Proximal Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy as the Initial Treatment for Chronic Posterolateral Corner Deficiency in the Varus Knee: A Prospective Clinical Study

Journal/Publication: American Journal of Sports Medicine, Nov. 2007
Principal Investigator: Andrew F. Arthur, M.D., Robert F. LePrade and Julie Agel
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More Research

Click on a physician below to review publications they have authored.

 
 
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