Research Study on the Biomechanics of Total Knee Replacements
Official Title
Biomechanical Metrics of Movement Relative to Total Knee Arthroplasty
Purpose
This study aims to understand how a total knee replacement surgery (TKR) affects muscle function and movement in the lower body. It focuses on four key areas:
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Examining how TKR changes the way muscles work in the lower body.
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Exploring how these muscle changes relate to the forces people experience when walking and doing daily activities after surgery.
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Connecting muscle function to how well patients feel and move after TKR.
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Identifying different types of TKR patients based on their physical traits, movement patterns, and medical history to see how they compare.
Could this study be right for you?
- Must be scheduled to receive a total knee replacement within the next 2 months
- Have a body mass index (BMI) < 40
- Do not require the use of a cane or other assistive device when walking, climbing stairs, and getting up from a chair
Exclusion criteria varies; please contact Study Coordinator for more information