The relevance of ligament balancing in total knee arthroplasty: how important is it? A systematic review of the literature
Ligament balancing affects many of the postoperative criteria for a successful knee replacement. A balanced knee contributes to improved alignment and stability. Ligament balancing helps reduce wear and loosening of the joint. A patient with a balanced knee is more likely to have increased range of...
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| Language: | English |
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Open Medical Publishing
2009-11-01
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| Series: | Orthopedic Reviews |
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| Online Access: | http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/or/article/view/1111 |