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Kinematics of the Native and Arthritic Knee

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In kinematics, the geometry of moving surfaces is utilized to predict motion patterns of native or prosthetic knees. The unique articular geometry of the native knee permits satisfactory function in a wide variety of activities. Contemporary artificial knees try to mimic native knee function but are unsatisfactory in activities like stair descent, deep squatting, and running. Evolution in prosthetic knee design has improved knee kinematics but this is yet to translate into significant clinical benefit. In this chapter we elaborate on the anatomy and kinematics of native and arthritic knees and evaluate the design features and kinematics of contemporary prosthetic knee designs.

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    Alexis Jorgensen, Niraj Kalore & Gregory J. Golladay

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Jorgensen, A., Kalore, N., Scully, R., Golladay, G.J. (2023). Kinematics of the Native and Arthritic Knee. In: Deshmukh, A.J., Shabani, B.H., Waldstein, W., Oni, J.K. (eds) Surgical Management of Knee Arthritis. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47929-8_1

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