Publications
Multimodal nonopioid pain protocol provides better or equivalent pain control compared to Opioid Analgesia Following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Surgery: a prospective randomized controlled trial
Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of a multimodal non-opioid analgesic protocol in controlling postoperative pain compared to opioids following a primary arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.
Methods: Seventy consecutive patients undergoing a primary rotator cuff repair were assessed for eligibility. An observer blinded prospective randomized controlled trial was designed in accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials 2010 (CONSORT) statement.Can We Eliminate Opioids After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction? A Prospective, Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Multimodal pain protocols have been effective for postsurgical pain control; however, no published protocol has been effective in eliminating opioid consumption.
Purpose: To compare a multimodal nonopioid pain protocol versus traditional opioid medication for postoperative pain control in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR).Multimodal nonopioid pain protocol provides equivalent pain control versus opioids following arthroscopic shoulder labral surgery: a prospective randomized controlled trial
Background: This study aimed to compare postoperative pain and patient satisfaction in patients undergoing primary arthroscopic labral surgery managed with either a nonopioid alternative pain regimen or a traditional opioid pain regimen.
Methods: Sixty consecutive patients undergoing primary arthroscopic shoulder labral surgery were assessed for participation. In accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) 2010 statement, a prospective randomized controlled trial was performed.Multimodal Nonopioid Pain Protocol Provides Equivalent Pain Versus Opioid Control Following Meniscus Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Purpose: To assess the effectiveness of a nonopioid pain regimen in controlling postoperative pain as compared with a traditional opioid pain control following primary meniscectomy or meniscal repair.
Methods: Ninety-nine patients undergoing primary meniscectomy or meniscal repair were assessed for participation. A prospective randomized control trial was performed in accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials 2010 statement.Opioid free surgery found effective in new randomized controlled trial
Purpose: To assess the effectiveness of a nonopioid pain regimen in controlling postoperative pain as compared to a traditional opioid pain control following primary meniscectomy or meniscal repair.Study design: Level of Evidence: Level I, Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial METHODS: Ninety-nine patients undergoing primary meniscectomy or meniscal repair were assessed for participation. A prospective randomized control trial was performed in accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials 2010 (CONSORT) statement. The two arms of the study included a multimodal non-opioid analgesic protocol and a standard opioid regimen with a primary outcome of postoperative pain level (visual analog scale) for the first 10 days post-operatively. Secondary outcomes included patient reported outcomes, complications and patient satisfaction. Randomization was achieved using a random number generator. Patients were not blinded. Data collection was done by a blinded observer.
Adductor injuries in the National Basketball Association: an analysis of return to play and player performance from 2010 to 2019
Objectives: 1) To evaluate return to play (RTP) timing in National Basketball Association (NBA) athletes following adductor injuries, and 2) to evaluate the effect of adductor injuries on player performance, game availability, and career longevity following RTP.
Methods: Adductor injuries in NBA athletes from the 2009-2010 to 2018-2019 seasons were identified utilizing publicly available records via previously validated methodology. RTP time was calculated, and player performance and game availability were compared pre- vs. post-injury. Additionally, an injury-free control group matched for age, BMI, position, and experience was assembled to allow for comparisons in performance, availability, and career length.Comparison of Tendon Lengthening With Traditional Versus Accelerated Rehabilitation After Achilles Tendon Repair: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
BACKGROUND: Early weightbearing protocols after Achilles tendon repair promote mobilization, yet little is known about their effect on tendon lengthening.
PURPOSE: To evaluate tendon lengthening after Achilles tendon repair with accelerated rehabilitation.Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Shoulder Labrum Surgery
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the correlation between pre- and postoperative opioid use in patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder labral repair, as well as patient risk factors associated with increased postoperative opioid use following the procedure.
METHODS: A retrospective review of all patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder labral surgery at a single institution between August 2013 and November 2017 was performed. Patients were stratified as opioid nonusers, acute users, or chronic users based on preoperative consumption. Patient demographics, injury characteristics, surgical interventions, and postoperative opioid use for the first 12 months after surgery were then analyzed.PROMIS Instruments Correlate Better with Legacy Measures in Knee Cartilage Patients at Post-operative than at Pre-operative Assessment
PURPOSE: To define the psychometric properties of the PROMIS Physical Function (PF), Pain Interference (PI) and Depression Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) in patients undergoing knee cartilage surgeries.
METHODS: The PROMIS PF, PI and Depression CAT were administered preoperatively and at 6 months alongside legacy knee patient-reported outcome measures in patients undergoing knee cartilage surgeries. Statistical analysis consisted of time-to-completion, psychometric analysis for correlative strengths, absolute and relative floor and ceiling effects, and Cohen's effect size.Return to play and performance after shoulder instability in National Basketball Association athletes
HYPOTHESIS: We hypothesized that players in the National Basketball Association (NBA) who sustained a shoulder destabilizing injury could return to play (RTP) successfully at a high rate regardless of treatment type.
METHODS: We used publicly available data to identify and evaluate 50 players who sustained an in-season shoulder instability event (subluxation/dislocation) while playing in the NBA. Demographic variables, return to NBA gameplay, incidence of surgery, time to RTP, recurrent instability events, and player efficiency rating (PER) were collected. Overall RTP was determined, and players were compared by type of injury and mode of treatment.
