Lower limb joint loading in patients with unilateral hip osteoarthritis during bipedal stance and the effect of total hip replacement

Osteoarthritis of the hip is a common condition that affects older adults. Total hip replacement is the end-stage treatment to relief pain and improve joint function. Little is known about the mechanical load distribution during the activity of bipedal stance, which is an important daily activity fo...

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Main Authors: S. van Drongelen, J. Holder, F. Stief
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-06-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbioe.2023.1190712/full