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Bone Scan in Non Cemented THR

    – See:  – General Discussion of Bone Scans:  – Bone Scans in THR: – Discussion:  – evaluation of of porous coated prosthesis may require a different interpretation from cemented THR;  – bone & fibrous tissue ingrowth into porous acetabular & intertrochanteric surfaces may cause findings unrelated to complications;  – with loosening there is … Read more

Bone Scan: in THR

– See: Total Hip Replacement Menu:           – General Discussion of Bone Scans: – Normal THR:     – normal study (minimal reative bone formation) may be expected from months to a year after placement;     – area of lesser trochanter to midshaft of prosthesis usually becomes normal in about … Read more

BKA Prosthesis

– See: Prosthetic Feet: – PTB sockets:     – provide some weight bearing support in the area of patella tendon and medial tibial flare; – BKA Suspension:     – important design considerations for both sockets include           – support (pressure distribution)           – control (based … Read more

Biomechanics of the Patello-Femoral Joint

– See: Role of Knee Joint During Gait: – Discussion:     – patella increases the mechanical advantage of extensor muscles by transmitting forces across knee at greater distance (moment) from axis              of rotation;     – increases functional lever arm of quads as well as changing direction of pull of quad mechanism;     … Read more