The Influence of Supplementary Tibial Fixation on Laxity Measurements after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Hamstring Tendons in Female Patients

Abstract

Supplementary tibial fixation in female patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with hamstring tendon graft in addition to a single-size screw significantly improves laxity measurements and clinical stability assessment 2 years after surgery. However, this improvement is at the cost of increased kneeling pain.