Is The Quad Tendon Graft The New Gold Standard In ACL Reconstruction? | The Sports Medicine Research Rundown - Ep. 6

Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Kenneth Montgomery, Chairman of the Medical Department and Head Team Physician for the New York Jets, as he explores the evolution and comparison of ACL graft choices. Dr. Montgomery shares his extensive experience with quad tendon grafts versus bone-patellar tendon-bone (BTB) grafts, offering valuable insights for both surgeons and physical therapists. From his international work with Ortho Nations to his perspective on emerging techniques like the Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair (BEAR), this episode delivers essential knowledge for sports medicine professionals. ========================== *SHOW NOTES:* ========================== Guest: Dr. Kenneth Montgomery Chairman of Medical Department and Head Team Physician, New York Jets Previously at Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma Currently at Tri-County Orthopedics *Key Topics Discussed:* Comparison of ACL graft choices -Quad tendon vs. Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone (BTB) -Discussion of outcomes and complications International work with Ortho Nations -Experiences in Vietnam and Nepal -Differences in graft availability and choices globally Research Review -Analysis of study comparing outcomes in female soccer players -Discussion of limitations and significance Clinical Pearls: Timing of surgery post-injury -Considerations for graft choice in female athletes -Management of combined ACL/MCL injuries Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair (BEAR) Procedure -Current perspective and limitations -Comparison to traditional reconstruction techniques *Time Stamps:* 0:04 - Introduction of Dr. Montgomery 1:41 - Discussion of international work 27:57 - Analysis of research article 42:50 - Discussion of study results 50:52 - Q&A session *Notable Quotes:* "I want the therapist to be able to work on getting that full extension. That's how people feel normal." - Dr. Montgomery *Resources Mentioned:* 2019 AJSM article comparing quad tendon and BTB outcomes Meta-analyses from 2015-2022 comparing graft choices ========================================== *GET SOCIAL WITH US* ========================================== Facebook ➡︎ / professionalseminarsltd Instagram ➡︎ / professionalseminars YouTube ➡︎ / @professionalseminars LinkedIn ➡︎ / professional-seminars Pinterest ➡︎ / professionalseminars Tik Tok ➡︎ / professionalseminars X.com (Twitter) ➡︎ / proseminarsltd ========================================= *USEFUL LINKS* ========================================= Website ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/ Courses ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/... Blog ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/... ======================================== *CHECK OUT OUR PODCASTS* ======================================== IN THE MIND OF PODCAST Website ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/... YouTube ➡︎ • In The Mind Of Podcast Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/5maXs80... . . . . THE SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH RUNDOWN YouTube ➡︎ • The Sports Medicine Research Rundown Spotify ➡︎ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... ======================================= DISCLAIMER ======================================= *These Videos are provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. Please consult your doctor or licensed physical therapist for an appropriate course of treatment*