ISTA 2025 Poster: A Comprehensive Biomechanical Study of the Patellofemoral Joint: PART III: The Effect of Lateral Condyle Lengthening
Jobe Shatrov, A. Mounir Boudali, Koki Abe, David Parker, Elizabeth Clarke, William L. Walter
Why It Matters
Anterior knee pain remains a common source of patient dissatisfaction after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Subtle changes in the femoral component, including alterations to the lateral condyle, can disrupt the natural mechanics of the patellofemoral joint (PFJ) and affect surgical outcomes.
Our Research Focus
This study investigates how lateral condyle lengthening influences PFJ kinematics and contact forces. Using cadaveric knees tested under controlled conditions, we provide evidence that even modest increases in condyle length can heighten reaction forces and alter patellar tracking, underscoring the importance of precise surgical preparation.