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What are my options after a failed lateral release & a failed series of orthovisc injections? is an osteotomy likely?
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What is your dx: We need a clear diagnosis before recommending more and more surgery. You are very young and did not likely have the classic indications for Orthovisc. A lateral release is successful when performed in the right patient. For many years, doctors were performing this procedure too commonly, and some patients did not find relief. I would recommend a Sports Medicine specialist at this juncture.
Answered 11/20/2014
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