Comparisons of patellar bone mineral density between individuals with and without patellofemoral pain

Although bone stress injuries have been reported in individuals with patellofemoral pain (PFP), especially within the lateral patella, it remains unclear whether persons with PFP exhibit altered patellar regional bone mineral density (BMD). The primary purpose of this study was to compare BMD of the patella (lateral, medial, and total regions) between individuals with and without PFP using quantitative computed tomography (QCT). The secondary aim was to examine the associations between patellar regional BMD and patellofemoral joint (PFJ) alignment.

Source: The Knee - April 28, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Kai-Yu Ho, Allina Cummins, Chris Khuu, Shane Parker, Steven Shepherd Source Type: research