Novel implant design of the proximal interphalangeal joint using an optimized rolling contact joint mechanism

Abstract Background The aims of this study were to propose a novel implant design for the proximal interphalangeal joint (PIPJ) of the hand using a rolling contact joint (RCJ) mechanism and to derive an optimal implant design based on human PIPJ kinematics. Methods In total, 10 participants with nor...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Seok Woo Hong, Junsuk Yoon, Yong-Jae Kim, Hyun Sik Gong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-07-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-019-1234-6