The Shelbourne Knee Center Podcast is an educational podcast targeting clinicians who treat patients with knee pain or knee injuries. Scot Bauman, PT, DPT, PhD, physical therapist and clinical researcher and Rodney Benner, MD, orthopedic surgeon, will discuss a new topic every week covering many different aspects of orthopedic knee care. They will also be joined by guests from around the world to discuss knee treatment with the goal of creating a healthy discussion to improve patient outcomes. The conversation will generally cover the most recent data on the topic, both internally from the Shelbourne Knee Center and externally from published studies, that is used to guide these treatment philosophies.
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The Shelbourne Knee Center Podcast is an educational podcast targeting clinicians who treat patients with knee pain or knee injuries. Scot Bauman, PT, DPT, PhD, physical therapist and clinical researcher and Rodney Benner, MD, orthopedic surgeon, will discuss a new topic every week covering many different aspects of orthopedic knee care. They will also be joined by guests from around the world to discuss knee treatment with the goal of creating a healthy discussion to improve patient outcomes. The conversation will generally cover the most recent data on the topic, both internally from the Shelbourne Knee Center and externally from published studies, that is used to guide these treatment philosophies.
Welcome to another engaging episode of Patient's Place, specifically designed to break down complex medical topics for patients and non-clinicians. This episode dives deep into the world of Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) tears, focusing on common mechanisms, symptoms, and treatment options.
Join the discussion as we explore how MCL injuries are sustained, typically through sports-related incidents such as a hit to the knee. We discuss the importance of understanding the signs, including medial knee pain, and the diagnostic process that follows.
The episode also demystifies the examination procedures you might encounter if you suspect an MCL tear. Dr. Benner highlights the significance of grades of injury, explaining their impact on recovery time and comparing MCL tears to familiar injuries like ankle sprains.
Treatment strategies are dissected, emphasizing that most MCL tears can heal without surgical intervention. We explore options ranging from rest and physical therapy to the rare use of casts for more severe injuries.
Discover insights into prevention, particularly in sports like football where knee injuries are common, and the role braces may play. The episode concludes with practical advice for managing the healing process and preventing re-injury.
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The Shelbourne Knee Center Podcast
The Shelbourne Knee Center Podcast is an educational podcast targeting clinicians who treat patients with knee pain or knee injuries. Scot Bauman, PT, DPT, PhD, physical therapist and clinical researcher and Rodney Benner, MD, orthopedic surgeon, will discuss a new topic every week covering many different aspects of orthopedic knee care. They will also be joined by guests from around the world to discuss knee treatment with the goal of creating a healthy discussion to improve patient outcomes. The conversation will generally cover the most recent data on the topic, both internally from the Shelbourne Knee Center and externally from published studies, that is used to guide these treatment philosophies.
