Introduction SPECT/CT could be used to evaluate the in vivo loading pattern of the patellofemoral joint before and after realignment surgery. The purpose of this study is to investigate, whether the ...

For decades it has been debated in total knee arthroplasty what strategy for the patella is superior. Resurfacing in all ...

Patellar malalignment places excess stress on the patellofemoral joint, which can potentially lead to knee damage—a risk factor for the development of knee OA. Patellar alignment is usually assessed ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patients with patellofemoral instability had significantly different mechanical axis vs. those with ACL injury.

Management of severe patellar bone deficiency during primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains a technically demanding ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patellar instability most commonly affects skeletally immature pediatric patients with open growth plates.

Experiencing knee pain after running can be alarming, but it’s often a manageable condition known as runner’s knee. Learn ...

Subluxation is another word for partial dislocation of a bone. Patellar subluxation is a partial dislocation of the kneecap (patella). It’s also known as patellar instability or kneecap instability.

Patellar tendonitis is a common injury or inflammation of the tendon that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone (tibia). Your pain may be mild or severe. Anyone can get patellar tendonitis.

The patella is a small, triangular bone that protects the front of the knee. People who fracture their kneecap may have difficulty walking. Most people can return to typical activities within 3–6 ...