Can a release of attention from fixation help explain the saccadic 'gap effect', the shortening of saccadic latency (SL) when the fixation spot is extinguished just before saccade target onset? Practiced observers generated SLs and button-presses to one of four 10 degrees eccentric targets in overlap (fixation spot stays on), gap0 (fixation offsets at target onset), and gap200 conditions; in ga...

The authors describe a novel suture fixation technique that combines a doubled suture with a sliding knot. The knot can be tied in both open and arthroscopic surgery to fix torn tendons/ligaments and fractured/osteotomized bones. The advantages of the doubled-suture Nice knot include strength, adjustability, simplicity, and versatility. This technique, which has proven useful in the authors' pr...

Arthroscopic anatomic glenoid reconstruction (AAGR) has been described as a technique used to treat shoulder instability with bone loss. The original screw fixation and more recently, using buttons minimize potential subsequent removal. purpose of this study was compare patient reported outcomes incidence recurrence between the two groups. We performed retrospective review on consecutive patien...

Cross-pin fixation of hamstring grafts for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction was developed with hopes of improving on potential problems associated with interference screw and button fixation methods. However, cross-pins are a relatively new method of graft fixation and there are limited data on this technique. We report 2 cases in which reoperation was necessary after complications ass...

Distal biceps tendon ruptures present with an initial tearing sensation accompanied by acute pain; weakness may follow. The hook test is very reliable for diagnosing ruptures, and magnetic resonance imaging can provide information about the integrity and any intrasubstance degeneration of the tendon. There are subtle differences between the outcomes of single and modified two-incision operative...

BACKGROUND Optimization of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) fixation is desired to improve graft healing. New soft tissue cortical suspension devices for femoral tunnel fixation should be biomechanically evaluated. HYPOTHESIS All femoral fixation devices would prevent a clinically significant amount of displacement and support loads significantly larger than in situ forces experienced by the ...

Acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) dislocation is a common injury often affecting young adults. Its sequalae range from an asymptomatic shoulder to one that is painful with significant loss of strength in the affected upper limb. The management of ACJ dislocation has revolved around expert neglect for asymptomatic low-grade dislocation to complex surgical reconstruction. The authors describe their e...