Nicholas J Vaudreuil1, Benjamin B Rothrauff1, Darren de Sa1, Volker Musahl2. 1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 3200 S. Water St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, USA. 2. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 3200 S. Water St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, USA. musahlv@upmc.edu.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this manuscript is to (1) examine the history, techniques, and methodology behind quantitative pivot shift investigations to date and (2) review the current status of pivot shift research for its clinical utility for management of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture with associated injuries including the anterolateral complex (ALC). RECENT FINDINGS: The pivot shift is a useful physical exam maneuver for diagnosis of rotatory instability related to ACL tear. Recent evidence suggests that the pivot shift is multifactorial and can be seen in the presence of ACL tear with concomitant injury to secondary stabilizers or with predisposing anatomical factors. The presence of a pivot shift post-operatively is associated with poorer outcomes after ACL reconstruction. Recent clinical and biomechanical investigations can help guide clinicians in utilizing pivot shift in diagnosis and surgical planning. Further research is needed to clarify optimal management of ALC in addition to ACL injury.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this manuscript is to (1) examine the history, techniques, and methodology behind quantitative pivot shift investigations to date and (2) review the current status of pivot shift research for its clinical utility for management of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture with associated injuries including the anterolateral complex (ALC). RECENT FINDINGS: The pivot shift is a useful physical exam maneuver for diagnosis of rotatory instability related to ACL tear. Recent evidence suggests that the pivot shift is multifactorial and can be seen in the presence of ACL tear with concomitant injury to secondary stabilizers or with predisposing anatomical factors. The presence of a pivot shift post-operatively is associated with poorer outcomes after ACL reconstruction. Recent clinical and biomechanical investigations can help guide clinicians in utilizing pivot shift in diagnosis and surgical planning. Further research is needed to clarify optimal management of ALC in addition to ACL injury.
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