Management and Outcomes of an Acute Mid Substance Medial Patella Femoral Ligament Repairs in Adolescents

Abstract

Background: Traumatic patellar dislocation with mid substance medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) tear is addressed with a MPFL repair. There is no definitive protocol detailing postoperative management of MPFL repairs. Using an open MPFL repair followed by physical therapy, we created a standardized protocol to optimize outcomes and return patients to previous levels of activity.