Theodore B. Shybut, M.D.

03/02/2026

Matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield high return to sports rate.

Results showed chondral defects of the knee treated with matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield a high rate of patient satisfaction and return to sports in a community practice.

02/25/2026

Great to see my old Houston SaberCats sports medicine colleagues reunited for Major League Soccer (MLS) weekend on the pitch taking care of Houston Dynamo FC - takes me back to my fellowship time with the team at the old Robertson Stadium Major League Soccer (MLS) Southern California Orthopedic Institute

02/23/2026

Does losing weight make an athlete better? Associations between body composition and performance.

In endurance sports such as running and cross-country skiing, a lighter body weight can improve relative power generation and reduce energy consumption. However, losing weight requires an energy deficit, which can negatively impact health and performance. Therefore, weight optimization always involv...

02/22/2026

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02/22/2026

Inner after a twist or hit? It could be an . Learn symptoms, sports medicine’s severity grading system, recovery timelines & expert care at SCOI. Not sure if it’s an MCL injury? Our specialists can help. https://na2.hubs.ly/H03pS8F0

02/22/2026

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02/16/2026

Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder.

Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad. On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

02/14/2026

Winter injuries rise fast. Know when to stop and get expert care.
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02/12/2026

What Is the P.O.L.I.C.E. Principle?

The P.O.L.I.C.E. principle may be the new way to ice and otherwise treat a musculoskeletal injury, such as a sprain or strain. The acronym stands for the five steps involved: protection, optimal loading, ice, compression, and elevation. One thing it's missing? Rest, a component of the long-used R.I....

02/09/2026

New technology, cost strategies continue to move robotic-assisted surgery forward.

The combination of robotics and patient-specific instrumentation may create a parallel strategy for care. Vendor programs and care pathways may curb the cost of robotic-assisted surgery.

02/07/2026

is here 🏈 Late-season fatigue raises injury risk. SCOI helps SoCal stay game-ready. https://na2.hubs.ly/H03t2PQ0

02/06/2026

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