ISTA 2025 Poster: A Comprehensive Biomechanical Study of the Patellofemoral Joint: PART II: The Effect of the Patella Thickness
Jobe Shatrov, A. Mounir Boudali, Koki Abe, David Parker, Elizabeth Clarke, William L. Walter
Understanding the Challenge
Anterior knee pain remains one of the leading causes of patient dissatisfaction following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Even in the absence of clear mechanical complications, subtle changes in patellar thickness during surgery can significantly affect joint mechanics and recovery outcomes.
Our Research Focus
This study explores how variations in reconstructed patellar thickness influence patellofemoral joint (PFJ) kinematics and contact forces. Using a cadaveric model with advanced robotic simulation and motion capture, we provide new biomechanical insights that highlight the importance of precise, patient-specific surgical planning.