CHARLES A. MILEM, MD

OWENSBORO, KY

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1994 – 1994 NPI: 1013910819
Orthopaedic Surgery

Practice Location

2780 FREDERICA ST
OWENSBORO, KY 42301-5442

Phone: (270) 926-4100

What does CHARLES MILEM research?

Dr. Milem studies surgical techniques used to treat knee problems, particularly those caused by osteoarthritis. His research compares different types of surgeries to determine the best ways to restore knee stability. For instance, he investigates how high tibial osteotomy (HTO), a surgery that realigns the knee, can be enhanced when combined with another procedure known as fibular osteotomy. This work is crucial for patients who need effective treatments to alleviate pain and improve their knee function.

Key findings

  • After a 5-degree high tibial osteotomy (HTO), the distance between key points of the knee ligament decreased by about 5 millimeters.
  • When a fibular osteotomy was added to HTO, the knee stability returned to a level similar to that of an uninjured knee.
  • The combined surgical approach is vital for maintaining the function and stability of the knee in patients with osteoarthritis.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Milem study knee osteoarthritis?
Yes, Dr. Milem's research focuses on surgeries that help patients with knee osteoarthritis.
What treatments has Dr. Milem researched?
He has researched high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and its combination with fibular osteotomy for improving knee stability.
Is Dr. Milem's work relevant to patients considering knee surgery?
Absolutely, his findings directly inform surgical options for patients dealing with knee instability and osteoarthritis.

Publications in plain English

Biomechanical comparison between high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and combined HTO and fibular osteotomy.

1994

Clinical biomechanics (Bristol, Avon)

Hefzy MS, Saddemi SR, Cheng G, Hoeflinger M, Milem C +1 more

Plain English
This study looked at how two types of knee surgery—high tibial osteotomy (HTO) alone and HTO combined with fibular osteotomy—affect the stability of knee ligaments. Researchers found that after performing a 5-degree HTO, the distance between key points of a ligament decreased by about 5 millimeters, and the space on the side of the knee increased by the same amount. Adding a fibular osteotomy after the HTO returned the knee stability to its original state, similar to an uninjured knee, which is important for maintaining knee function and stability. Who this helps: This benefits patients with knee issues, particularly those considering surgical options for osteoarthritis or similar conditions.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

M S Hefzy S R Saddemi G Cheng M Hoeflinger A D Frogameni

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