Knee kinematics are primarily determined by implant alignment but knee kinetics are mainly influenced by muscle coordination strategy

• Published in: Journal of biomechanics Vol. 161; p. 111851
• Main Authors: Febrer-Nafría, Míriam, Dreyer, Michael J., Maas, Allan, Taylor, William R., Smith, Colin R., Hosseini Nasab, Seyyed H.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Kidlington Elsevier Limited 01.12.2023
• Subjects: Algorithms; Alignment; Arthroplasty (knee); Biomechanics; Computer simulation; Contact loads; Coordination; Gait; Implantation; Joints (anatomy); Kinematics; Knee; Ligaments; Mechanics (physics); Monte Carlo simulation; Motion capture; Muscle contraction; Muscles; Surgical implants; Transplants & implants; Walking

Implant malalignment has been reported to be a primary reason for revision total knee arthroplasty (TKA). In addition, altered muscle coordination patterns are commonly observed in TKA patients, which is thought to alter knee contact loads. A comprehensive understanding of the influence of surgical...