Comparison between kinetic and kinetic-kinematic driven knee joint finite element models.

ABSTRACT: Use of knee joint finite element models for diagnostic purposes is challenging due to their complexity. Therefore, simpler models are needed for studies where a high number of patients need to be analyzed, without compromising the results of the model. In this study, more complex, kinetic (forces and moments) and simpler, kinetic-kinematic (forces and angles) driven finite element models were compared during the stance phase of gait. Patella and tendons were included in the most complex model, while they were absent in the simplest model. The greatest difference between the most complex and simplest models was observed in the internal-external rotation and axial joint reaction force, while all other rotations, translations and joint reaction forces were similar to one another. In terms of

SUBMITTER: Bolcos PO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6255758 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature