Weight loss changed gait kinematics in individuals with obesity and knee pain.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is a mechanical risk factor for osteoarthritis. In individuals with obesity, knee joint pain is prevalent. Weight loss reduces joint loads, and therefore potentially delays disease progression; however, how the knee joint responds to weight loss in individuals with obesity and knee pain is not clear.

Research question

To assess the effect of weight loss on knee joint kinematics during gait in individuals with obesity and knee pain.

Methods

We recruited individuals with obesity (BMI ≥ 35) and knee pain who were participating in a weight loss program which included bariatric surgery or medical management. At baseline and 1 year follow-up, participants walked on a treadmill, and their knee joint kinematics were assessed using a dual-fluoroscopic imagin

SUBMITTER: Li JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6599530 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature