The OJSM Hot Corner

“Psychological Readiness in Elite Versus Nonelite Athletes After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction” with Author Dr. Brian M. Devitt, MD, PhD

Apr 16, 2026

The importance of the mind-body connection in Sports Medicine is well-established and continues to be a hot topic of study and conversation. This connection between psychological and physical is especially noted with ACL injuries, surgery, and rehabilitation. Dr. Brian M. Devitt, MD, PhD from UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic...

“Factors Associated With Tear Propagation and Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Personalized Exercise Therapy for Individuals With Symptomatic Rotator Cuff Tears” with Authors Dr. James Irrgang, PT, PhD, FAPTA & Dr. Luke Mattar, PhD

Mar 19, 2026

The correct treatment for rotator cuff tears remains a matter of debate. The varying characteristics of cuff tears – symptomatic versus asymptomatic, tear size, tendon quality, the presence of fatty atrophy, etc. – makes generalizations about the best treatment approach difficult. One thing shoulder specialists...

“Do Pitching Restriction Policies Reduce Shoulder and Elbow Injuries in High School Baseball Players?” with Author Dr. Peter Kriz, MD

Feb 19, 2026

Shoulder and elbow injuries in pitchers are as old as baseball itself. Measures to lower the risk of these injuries have been evolving for decades, with a nationalized though heterogenous effort from state to state implemented in the mid-2010s. Adherence to pitch counts and mandatory days of rest in between outings,...

“Improvement of Sleep Disturbance After Rotator Cuff Repair Occurs at 3 Months” with Authors Drs. Mohammad Daher, MD and Joseph Abboud, MD

Jan 22, 2026

Sleep disruption is a hallmark symptom of rotator cuff pathology. Poor sleep can result in profound detriment to one’s health and wellbeing. One of the greatest rewards of rotator cuff surgery is the ability to correct this. However, recovery from rotator cuff repair surgery can be long, upwards of 6+ months, with...