Current Concept Review: Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: From Rehabilitation to Return to Sport

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Current Concept Review: Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: From Rehabilitation to Return to Sport

Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is a surgical procedure to improve the clinical outcomes for recurrent patellar dislocation. Current literature on MPFL reconstruction lacks the details on rehabilitation protocols and the criteria for clearance to sports participation. Additional...

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Main Authors:	Chao-Jung Hsu, Charlie Lee, Rachel S Christensen, Timothy Y Liu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	North American Sports Medicine Institute 2025-07-01
Series:	International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.26603/001c.141128
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