Today's sports medicine edition covers emerging techniques and outcomes research across multiple subspecialty areas. We examine a novel combined approach to meniscal root repair with aragonite scaffolds, comprehensive return to sport data for elbow dislocations and shoulder arthroplasty patients, and evidence-based strategies for cartilage treatment during ACL reconstruction.

1. "Medial Meniscal Root Repair and Double Medial Femoral Condyle Aragonite-Based Scaffold Implantation" — Vega TF et al., Video J Sports Med — https://doi.org/10.1177/26350254251389135
2. "Return to Sport Following Elbow Dislocation: A Systematic Review" — Albright AS et al., Orthop J Sports Med — https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671261419505
3. "Return to Sport After Shoulder Arthroplasty: An ASES Multicenter Analysis of Sport-Specific Predictors of Performance in Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty and Total Shoulder Arthroplasty" — Corban J et al., J Shoulder Elbow Surg — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2026.03.014
4. "Clinical Outcomes of Cartilage Procedures Performed in Conjunction With Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review" — Thamrongskulsiri N et al., Orthop J Sports Med — https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671251413265

Today's trauma edition covers four key studies: an RCT comparing suprapatellar versus infrapatellar approaches for tibial nailing showing functional advantages for the suprapatellar technique, an experimental study suggesting finite element planning may improve tibial plateau fracture fixation stability, a retrospective analysis finding no infection prevention benefit from local antibiotic calcium sulfate in plateau fractures, and a comprehensive review of evidence-based brachial plexus injury prevention strategies across clinical settings.

1. "Comparative Analysis of Suprapatellar and Infrapatellar Nailing in Tibial Fracture: A Randomized Clinical Study" — Sakale HS et al., J Orthop Case Rep — https://doi.org/10.13107/jocr.2026.v16.i03.6988
2. "Biomechanical Stability of Tibia Plateau Fracture Treatment: Conventional vs. Finite Element-Based Preoperative Planning" — Sandriesser S et al., J Orthop Res — https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.70188
3. "Local use of antibiotic-impregnated calcium sulfate for infection prophylaxis: A novel study" — Gómez-Masdeu M et al., Injury — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.injury.2026.113173
4. "Prevention of Brachial Plexus Injuries: A Comprehensive Review of Causes, Challenges and Protective Strategies" — Vyas AK et al., Indian J Orthop — https://doi.org/10.1007/s43465-025-01655-4

Today's hand surgery edition covers four diverse topics affecting daily practice. We examine biomechanical data on multiple K-wire passes in fifth metacarpal fractures, revealing that additional drilling attempts may be less detrimental than previously thought. A systematic review highlights the underrecognized association between scaphoid fractures and scapholunate ligament injuries, with detection rates varying dramatically by diagnostic method. A large national cohort study exposes significant racial disparities in carpal tunnel syndrome management within the VA system, showing lower surgical rates and longer wait times for minoritized veterans despite universal healthcare access. Finally, a case report describes the first reported digital artery pseudoaneurysm following collagenase injection for Dupuytren contracture, expanding our awareness of potential vascular complications.

1. "The Swiss Cheese Effect: A Biomechanical Study of Fifth Metacarpal Structural Integrity After Multiple Kirschner Wire Passes" — Bickley R et al., J Hand Surg Glob Online — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhsg.2026.100962
2. "Scapholunate Injuries in the Context of Acute Scaphoid Fractures: A Systematic Literature Review" — Glévarec L et al., Hand (N Y) — https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261430936
3. "Racial and Ethnic Differences in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Management: Analysis of a National Single-payer System" — Benítez TM et al., Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open — https://doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000007545
4. "Digital Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Collagenase Injection for Dupuytren Contracture: A Case Report" — Schwarz N et al., Hand (N Y) — https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447261430938