Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is the combination of the best available research evidence
with clinical experience and patient needs. The concept of EBM as a part of clinical decision …

Foreword This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical
problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of …

Background: An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common knee injury, particularly
among young and active individuals. Little is known, however, about the societal impacts of …

Background Whether arthroscopic partial meniscectomy for symptomatic patients with a
meniscal tear and knee osteoarthritis results in better functional outcomes than nonoperative …

The sensitivity, specificity, and predictive value of magnetic resonance imaging in the
diagnosis of lesions of the rotator cuff, glenohumeral capsule, and glenoid labrum were …

Anterior cruciate ligament injury rates are reported to be two to eight times higher in women
than in men within the same sport. Because the menstrual cycle with its monthly hormonal …

Background: Tearing an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) graft is a devastating occurrence
after ACL reconstruction (ACLR). Identifying and understanding the independent predictors …

Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reinjury results in worse outcomes and
increases the risk of posttraumatic osteoarthritis. Purpose: To identify the risk factors for both …

Anterior cruciate ligament graft choice is controversial, with no evidence-based consensus
available to guide decision making. The study design was evidence-based medicine …

Background: There is limited information on outcomes and return to play (RTP) after anterior
cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) in soccer athletes. Purpose: The purpose of this …