Biomechanical comparison of fixation techniques for transverse acetabular fractures – single-leg stance vs. sit-to-stand loading

Biomechanical testing constitutes an integral part of the scientific assessment of fracture fixation techniques [1]. The definition of loading conditions is one of the major challenges in the context of providing clinically relevant data. The loads applied should best possibly mimic physiological loads that occur during daily life [2]. These everyday loads, however, compromise innumerable force vectors with different amplitudes and directions. As a consequence, it is reasonable and well-accepted to use predefined loading protocols for improving comparability of biomechanical studies [3].

Source: Injury - July 2, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Huy Le Quang, Werner Schmoelz, Richard A. Lindtner, Peter Schwendinger, Michael Blauth, Dietmar Krappinger Source Type: research