Finite Element Analysis of Generalized Ligament Laxity on the Deterioration of Hallux Valgus Deformity (Bunion)

Hallux valgus is a common foot problem affecting nearly one in every four adults. Generalized ligament laxity was proposed as the intrinsic cause or risk factor toward the development of the deformity which was difficult to be investigated by cohort clinical trials. Herein, we aimed to evaluate the...

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Main Authors: Duo Wai-Chi Wong, Yan Wang, Tony Lin-Wei Chen, Fei Yan, Yinghu Peng, Qitao Tan, Ming Ni, Aaron Kam-Lun Leung, Ming Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2020-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fbioe.2020.571192/full