A novel multipurpose device for guided knee motion and loading during dynamic magnetic resonance imaging.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This work aimed to develop a novel multipurpose device for guided knee flexion-extension, both passively using a motorized pneumatic system and actively (muscle-driven) with the joint unloaded or loaded during dynamic MRI. Secondary objectives were to characterize the participant experience during device use, and present preliminary dynamic MRI data to demonstrate the different device capabilities.

Material and methods

Self-reported outcomes were used to characterize the pain, physical exertion and discomfort levels experienced by 10 healthy male participants during four different active knee motion and loading protocols using the novel device. Knee angular data were recorded during the protocols to determine the maximum knee range of motion achievable. Dynamic

SUBMITTER: Brisson NM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9948850 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature