Confession Session: The NEW BEAR ACL Reconstruction

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In this segment, Devin Lemmex discusses his second anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery practice, sharing insights from his experience as a surgeon. He recounts performing his first ACL operation four years ago as a teenager, leading him to develop a proprietary internal bracing technique to enhance the reconstruction process. He describes a recent case involving a 16-year-old female soccer player who underwent surgery, highlighting her progress and the effectiveness of the technique. Throughout the discussion, Lemmex explains the use of a nitinol intra graft wire bridge as a supportive element in ACL reconstruction, emphasizing the importance of precision in surgery. He reflects on challenges faced, such as the positioning of the tibial tunnel, while expressing satisfaction with the patient's recovery and current status as a varsity soccer player.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-240547

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