AOC Research & Innovation
Our doctors are shaping the future of orthopedics through research and publications that guide the advanced care we provide every day .
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Effects of near-infrared radiation in ambient lighting on cognitive performance, emotion, and heart rate variability
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Environmental Psychology, Volume 100 Summary This study explores the effects of near-infrared (NIR) and far-red light in indoor environments on cognition, emotion, and cardiovascular function.
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Midterm survival of cementless total knee arthroplasty with a three-dimensional printed metal-backed patellar component from the American Joint Replacement Registry
Author Dr. Ormonde Mahoney, et al. Journal Journal of Orthopaedics, Volume 69 Summary This study found that 3D-printed metal-backed patellar components in cementless knee replacements had lower revision rates than other cementless designs and comparable
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Body Habitus Impact on Success of Cryoneurolysis for Postoperative Total Knee Arthroplasty Pain Control: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Author Dr. Clayton W Wing, et al. Journal Arthroplasty Today, Volume 22 Summary This study examined whether body habitus affects the effectiveness of cryoneurolysis, a temporary nerve-freezing technique, for managing pain after total knee arthroplasty.
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Posterior Compartment Debridement and Varus Deformity Correction in Total Knee Arthroplasty
Author Dr. Ormonde Mahoney, et al. Journal The Journal of Arthroplasty, Volume 38 – Issue 6 Summary This study investigates the impact of posterior osteophytes on alignment correction during total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Using imaging
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Effectiveness of Amniotic Fluid Injection in the Treatment of Trigger Finger
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Hand Surgery, Volume 2 – Issue 5 Summary This study explores the use of amniotic fluid injections for mild to moderate trigger finger. Results showed
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Patient-Reported Functional and Satisfaction Outcomes after Robotic-Arm-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty: Early Results of a Prospective Multicenter Investigation
Author Dr. Ormonde Mahoney, et al. Journal The Journal of Knee Surgery Summary This study compares early outcomes following robotic-arm-assisted versus manual total knee arthroplasty, assessing patient-reported symptoms, satisfaction, expectations, and functional activities over a
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Suture Button Suspensionplasty in the Treatment of Carpometacarpal Arthritis: A Retrospective Analysis of One Surgeon’s Experience Over 9 Years
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Hand Surgery Global Online, Volume 2 – Issue 1 Summary This retrospective study reviewed 242 trapeziectomy with suture button suspensionplasty (SBS) procedures for thumb CMC
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Continual near-infrared spectroscopy monitoring in the injured lower limb and acute compartment syndrome
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal The Bone and Joint Journal, Volume 100-B No.6 Summary This study evaluated near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a non-invasive way to monitor acute compartment syndrome (ACS) in patients
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Balanced Flexion and Extension Gaps Are Not Always of Equal Size
Author Dr. Ormonde Mahoney, et al. Journal The Journal of Arthroplasty, Volume 33 – Issue 4 Summary This study looked at how the knee moves during total knee replacement surgery and how that movement can
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Use of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy to Detect Sustained Hyperaemia Following Lower Extremity Trauma
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Military Medicine, Volume 181 – Issue 2 Summary This study assessed near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) for monitoring acute compartment syndrome (ACS) after lower extremity fractures. Researchers found that
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Subcutaneous depth in a traumatized lower extremity
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Volume 7 Summary This study measured the thickness of subcutaneous tissue over the posterior leg muscles in patients with tibia
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Correlation of near-infrared spectroscopy and direct pressure monitoring in an acute porcine compartmental syndrome model
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, Volume 8 – Issue 6 Summary This study evaluated near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a way to monitor tissue oxygenation in an acute limb
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Near Infrared Spectroscopy and Lower Extremity Acute CompartmentSyndrome: A Review of the Literature
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Trauma & Treatment Summary This article explains that near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) noninvasively measures tissue oxygenation 2–3 cm below the skin, making it useful for continuous monitoring
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Knee Moments After Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty During Stair Ascent
Author Dr. Ormonde Mahoney, et al. Journal Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, Volume 472 – Issue 1 Summary This study examines knee joint moments during stair ascent in patients with unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA), comparing the operated
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Identification of Optimal ControlCompartments for Serial Near-InfraredSpectroscopy Assessment of LowerExtremity Compartmental Perfusion
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances, Volume 22 – Number 1 Summary This study explores the use of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) in detecting ischemic changes for acute compartment
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Relationship between near infrared spectroscopy and intra-compartmental pressures
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal The Journal of Emergency Medicine, Vol. 44, No. 2 Summary This study evaluated near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a non-invasive method to monitor blood flow in an acute
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What’s New in Acute Compartment Syndrome?
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, Volume 26 – Issue 12 Summary This review explores recent advances in understanding and managing acute compartment syndrome (ACS). It highlights that ACS
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Compartment Syndrome of the Upper Arm and Forearm
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Techniques in Orthopaedics, Volume 27 Summary This study explores upper extremity compartment syndrome, emphasizing the importance of prompt diagnosis and complete decompression. Understanding common compartments, subcompartments, and
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Near-infrared Spectroscopy Monitoring for Compartment Syndrome
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Techniques in Orthopaedics, Volume 27 – Issue 1 Summary This study reviews near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) technology, which estimates tissue oxygenation by measuring oxyhemoglobin and deoxyhemoglobin levels. It
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Ability of near infrared spectroscopy to measure oxygenation in isolated upper extremity muscle compartments
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal The Journal of Hand Surgery, Volume 37 – Issue 2 Summary This study tested near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) for monitoring muscle oxygenation in specific forearm compartments during exercise.
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Near-infrared spectroscopy in acute compartment syndrome
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Injury-international Journal of The Care of The Injured, Volume 42 – Issue 12 Summary This study explores a 44-year-old male with a proximal tibia fracture treated with
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Near-infrared spectroscopy in lower extremity trauma
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 9 – Issue 6 Summary This study explores how near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) measures tissue oxygenation after tibial fractures. Researchers
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Tunnel Convergence in Combined Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Posterolateral Corner Reconstruction
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Arthroscopy Journal, Volume 22 – Issue 2 Summary This study examined how different tunnel angles and depths in the lateral femoral condyle affect tunnel collision risk during
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Risk Factors for Pulmonary Emboli after Total Hip or Knee Arthroplasty
Author Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al. Journal Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, Volume 422 Summary This study explores risk factors for pulmonary embolism after total hip or knee arthroplasty. Researchers found that abnormalities in
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