In the current literature, the rate of return to sports following high tibial osteotomy is high. Patients are largely able to carry out the type of exercise done before the onset of symptoms and are satisfied with the clinical outcome. In general, however, a differentiated view of the sporting ability should be made, and the different requirements of the sport should be considered. A classification according to functional and biomechanical movement analysis seems to advisable. In addition, the recommendations of the treating physician seem to have a high impact on the postoperative level of the sports activities of the patients. A realistic assessment (by both the patient and the treating physician) that considers the sport, its requirements and the level of performance is necessary.     «

In the current literature, the rate of return to sports following high tibial osteotomy is high. Patients are largely able to carry out the type of exercise done before the onset of symptoms and are satisfied with the clinical outcome. In general, however, a differentiated view of the sporting ability should be made, and the different requirements of the sport should be considered. A classification according to functional and biomechanical movement analysis seems to advisable. In addition, the r...     »