Posterolateral rotatory instability of the knee: surgery for acute and chronic problems.
Posterolateral rotatory instability is a very serious injury. The acute surgical correction (direct repair) and the reconstructive procedure (arcuate complex advancement) are extensive. Postoperative immobilization and rehabilitation are lengthy and of utmost importance to assure satisfactory surgical results.
D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D008722:Methods; D009989:Orthotic Devices; D011182:Postoperative Care