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References:

1. Prodromos CC, Hecker A, Joyce B, et al. (2009) Elongation of simulated whipstitch post anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction tibial fixation after cyclic loading. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 17(8): 914-19. Abstract

Other ACL Papers Published by Dr Prodromos

 

Whipstitch Tibial Post Fixation Video

A recently published biomechanical study by Dr Prodromos, et al [1], demonstrated that this commonly used tibial fixation method showed some of the lowest elongation rates after cyclical loading of any tibial fixation method.

This video demonstrates how to use whipstitch to prepare a semitendinosus and gracilis tendon for use as an ACL graft. Additionally, it shows how to use a low profile Accufex screw as the tibial fixation point.

The running time of this video is 9 minutes 10 seconds. Because of its long length, it may take awhile to download. If you are having problems viewing this video, please contact us at the email or phone numbers listed below and we can send you a DVD of the video.

For full copies of Dr. Prodromos' articles or DVDs, please contact us at 847-699-6810 x207 or