ABOUT OUR RESEARCH
ABOUT OUR RESEARCH STUDIES & PUBLICATIONS
TCO physicians, physical therapists, and research team have been actively engaged in clinical research for over 20 years and is dedicated to conducting research and quality improvement studies which provide benefits to our patients and advance clinical practice. We are widely published in the areas of sports medicine, arthroscopy, arthroplasty and patient-reported outcomes.
TCO is committed to furthering our understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedics and sports-related injuries. This is being accomplished through a multidisciplinary approach that includes thought leaders on musculoskeletal research, outcomes, clinical research, basic science, biomechanics, rehabilitation and performance.
RESEARCH STUDIES
TCO has an established track record of enrollment, data capture, and retention of study subjects. Our sites are enrolled in several industry sponsored studies throughout the year, and we are frequently complimented on our quality data and long-term follow-up protocols.
To view current IRB approved studies, click here.
RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
To view current publications, click here.
To view past research studies and publications, click here and download the TCO Foundation Annual Reports.
FOUNDATION SUPPORT
At TCO, research and education fuel our commitment to advancing patient outcomes and strengthening collaboration within the orthopedic community. The TCO Research & Educational Meeting highlighted groundbreaking innovations and impact research led by our dedicated team throughout 2024. Designed for the entire orthopedic care team, including physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers, this event showcased the expertise and innovation driving the future of orthopedic care.
Dynamic Discussions and Expert Insights
- The event featured presentations from TCO and Training HAUS providers, showcasing their expertise on various impactful topics.
- These sessions ignited meaningful dialogue and cultivated an environment of curiosity and discovery. Interactive Q&A sessions bridged the gap between attendees and presenters, reinforcing a spirit of collective growth.
Exploring New Frontiers in Orthopedic Research
The meeting highlighted research and advancements across key areas of orthopedic care.
- Extremities Research: Presentations explored topics such as the diagnosis and management of spondylolysis in adolescent athletes, the evaluation of visual motion sensitivity through the Wall Roll Test in concussion patients, and the effect of dominance in upper extremity strength testing. Additional studies examined long-term outcomes of hydroplasty injections in the shoulder, return to activity after osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) in the elbow, metacarpophalangeal fusion reoperation rates using Nitinol staples, and Achilles tendon rupture repair low complication rate as well as outcomes in pickleball players.
- Regenerative Medicine, BioLab, and Sports Science: Key studies included updates on PRP sesamoid research, single-leg squat mechanics, and insights from the TCO Bioengineering Lab’s robotics studies. Presenters also shared findings on post-operative breast cancer patient outcomes with and without the use of neuroglide devices, further expanding knowledge in regenerative and sports science medicine.
- Hip and Knee Research: Presentations featured comparative studies on hip arthroscopy and dysplasia across patient cohorts, ACL reconstruction outcomes using Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC), and novel predictive models for ACL return-to-sport readiness. The meeting also included updates on several of the current multi-ligament knee studies.
