Analysis of intraoperative technique and its effect on loading patterns across the patellofemoral joint using a smart patellar implant
Authors
Dion, Matthew Kenneth
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Ledet, Eric H.
Wan, Leo Q.
Hahn, Mariah
Muller, Jacobus
Wan, Leo Q.
Hahn, Mariah
Muller, Jacobus
Issue Date
2017-12
Keywords
Biomedical engineering
Degree
PhD
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Abstract
To better understand the effects of total knee arthroplasty on knee biomechanics, we developed and validated a “smart” patellar implant for measuring forces in the knee. Patellar implants were created by instrumenting implants with three wireless, passive force sensors. The smart patellar implants were then used to characterize the biomechanics of the patellofemoral joint using a knee simulator and in cadavers. The effect of clinical technique on patellofemoral biomechanics was measured. This novel diagnostics tool has the potential to provide novel information on patellofemoral biomechanics and reduce post-operative complications and costs after total knee arthroplasty through objective, intraoperative feedback.
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December 2017
School of Engineering
School of Engineering
Department
Dept. of Biomedical Engineering
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
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