Abstract

Different medial structures are responsible for restraining valgus rotation, external rotation, and anteromedial rotation. When injured this can result in various degrees of isolated and combined instabilities. In contrast to earlier speculation, the posterior oblique ligament (POL) is no longer considered to be the main stabilizer of anteromedial rotatory instability (AMRI). Acute proximal medial ruptures are typically managed conservatively with very good clinical results. Conversely, acute distal ruptures usually require a surgical intervention. Chronic instabilities mostly occur in combination with instabilities of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The clinical examination is a particularly important component in these cases to determine the indications for surgery for an additional medial reconstruction. In cases of severe medial and anteromedial instabilities, surgical treatment should be considered. Biomechanically, a combined medial and anteromedial reconstruction appears to be superior to other reconstruction methods; however, there is currently alack of clinical studies to confirm this biomechanical advantage.

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