Knee Osteotomy

Surgical reattachment of a torn quadriceps or patellar tendon to the kneecap so the knee can straighten and bear weight again.

Quad and Patellar Tendon Repair

Realignment surgery through the tibia or femur, or repositioning of the tibial tubercle, to unload damaged cartilage, correct kneecap tracking and preserve the natural knee.

Knee Osteotomy

Repair or reconstruction of two or more torn knee ligaments, including the ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL and posterolateral corner, after high-energy injuries and knee dislocations.

Multi-Ligament Knee Reconstruction

Arthroscopic repair of a superior labral tear where the biceps tendon anchors to the shoulder socket, for deep shoulder pain, clicking and overhead symptoms.

SLAP Repair

Releasing the damaged long head of the biceps tendon from inside the shoulder and anchoring it to the upper arm bone to relieve front-of-shoulder pain while preserving biceps strength.

Biceps Tenodesis

Stabilization or ligament reconstruction of the acromioclavicular joint after a severe shoulder separation, when the collarbone will not stay in place on its own.

AC Joint Surgery

Treatment of collarbone fractures, from sling care to plate-and-screw fixation (ORIF) for displaced, shortened or slow-healing breaks.

Clavicle Fracture Repair

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What it is

Knee Osteotomy

An osteotomy cuts and repositions a portion of bone to improve knee alignment or kneecap mechanics.

High tibial osteotomy corrects alignment through the upper shin, shifting load off the worn inner knee. Distal femoral osteotomy does the same through the lower thigh for the outer knee. Tibial tubercle osteotomy moves the patellar tendon attachment to improve kneecap tracking.

Performed by

Kevin Christensen, MD, Knee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine surgeon at Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists

Dr. ChristensenKnee, Shoulder and Sports Medicine

J. Ryan Taylor, MD, Shoulder and Sports Medicine surgeon at Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists

Dr. TaylorShoulder and Sports Medicine

Michael Carlson, MD, Shoulder and Sports Medicine surgeon at Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists

Dr. CarlsonShoulder and Sports Medicine

Jeffrey Wallentine, MD, Joint Replacement surgeon at Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists

Dr. WallentineJoint Replacement

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Who It Helps

Osteotomy fits active patients with abnormal alignment, focal cartilage damage, early arthritis or recurrent kneecap instability who want to preserve their natural joint rather than replace it.It is often combined with cartilage restoration or ligament reconstruction, because a realigned knee is what lets those repairs last.

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What to Expect

Surgery under general anesthesia, usually one to two hours, longer when combined with cartilage or ligament work.Preoperative standing X-rays and alignment measurements set the exact correction.The bone is secured with a specialized plate and screws. Most patients go home the same day or after one night, in a knee brace with crutches.For Utah Valley skiers and runners in their thirties and forties with one worn side of the knee, osteotomy is the joint-preserving alternative we discuss before replacement. Dr. Christensen, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Carlson and Dr. Wallentine operate at Utah Valley Hospital and Spanish Fork Hospital.

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Recovery Timeline

Six weeks protecting the osteotomy with crutches and limited weight bearing while the bone begins to heal; therapy controls swelling and keeps motion and muscle activation. Weight bearing increases from six to twelve weeks as X-rays show healing.

Low-impact activity such as cycling and swimming returns around months three to four, demanding recreation at four to six months, and running or impact sports between six and twelve months depending on the procedure.

Milestones

Week 0 to 6Crutches, protected weight

Week 6 to 12Weight bearing as bone heals

Month 3 to 4Cycling and swimming

Month 6 to 12Running, impact sport

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Risks and Considerations

Infection, blood clots, stiffness, nerve or blood vessel injury, delayed healing or nonunion, hardware irritation and incomplete relief are the main risks.An osteotomy does not reverse existing cartilage damage or rule out future arthritis. In well-selected patients it meaningfully improves pain, stability and activity and can delay or avoid joint replacement.

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Your Surgeons

Dr. Christensen, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Carlson and Dr. Wallentine perform this procedure at Surgery Partners Provo, Spanish Fork Hospital, Central Utah Surgical Center, Timpanogos Regional Hospital, Mountain View Hospital and Intermountain Health Surgery Center Saratoga Springs.

Dr. Christensen, MD

Andrews Institute sports medicine fellowship under Dr. James Andrews. Board certified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine. Fluent in Spanish.

Dr. Taylor, MD

Dual fellowship trained in sports medicine and in shoulder and elbow surgery. Former Division I football player.

Dr. Carlson, MD

Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip and ankle. Published sports medicine researcher. Fourteen years in practice.

Dr. Wallentine, MD

Thirty-four years in practice. Mako robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement. Stanford sports medicine fellowship. BYU athletics team surgeon.

Knee Osteotomy

Related Procedures and Conditions

Cartilage Restoration

MPFL Reconstruction

Total Knee Replacement

Knee Osteoarthritis

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Two clinics, one number to call or text. Same-day appointments for acute injuries whenever we can. The front desk will match you with the right surgeon.

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Provo1055 N 300 W, Ste 104

Orem700 W 800 N, Ste 330