Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Ankle biomechanics.

Michael D Castro1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware Street, SE #492, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA. castr010@umn.edu

Foot and Ankle Clinics
|January 9, 2003
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Successful ankle replacement prosthetics require careful consideration of unique biomechanical properties for optimal joint function. Proper leg alignment and soft tissue balancing are crucial for achieving satisfactory patient outcomes.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Reliability, validity and responsiveness of the Spanish Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire (MOXFQ) in patients with foot or ankle surgery.

Foot and ankle surgery : official journal of the European Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons·2016
Same author

Salvage of compartment syndrome of the leg and foot.

Foot and ankle clinics·2008
Same author

The mechanics behind the image: foot and ankle pathology associated with gastrocnemius contracture.

Seminars in musculoskeletal radiology·2007
Same author

Accurate measurement of ankle range of motion after total ankle arthroplasty.

Clinical orthopaedics and related research·2004
Same author

Arthrodesis of the navicular.

Foot and ankle clinics·2004
Same author

The indications and biomechanical rationale for various hindfoot procedures in the treatment of posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction.

Foot and ankle clinics·2003
Same journal

New Trends in Circular External Fixation of the Foot and Ankle.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
Same journal

Common Difficulties and Complications of Circular External Fixation in the Foot and Ankle.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
Same journal

External Fixation for the Management of Clubfoot Sequelae in Children and Adolescents.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
Same journal

Ankle Distraction Arthroplasty: Evidence and Current Indications.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
Same journal

Distal Third Tibial Nonunions: Understanding Its Causes and Ring Fixator Treatment Strategies.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
Same journal

Minimally Invasive Treatment of Tibial Plafond Fractures Using Circular External Fixators.

Foot and ankle clinics·2026
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomechanical engineering
  • Prosthetics design

Background:

  • Ankle replacement surgery aims to restore function in patients with severe ankle arthritis or deformity.
  • Existing prosthetic designs must address the complex multi-planar motion of the ankle joint.
  • Successful outcomes depend on factors beyond the implant itself, including surrounding tissues and biomechanics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical biomechanical considerations for developing successful prosthetic implants for ankle replacement.
  • To emphasize the importance of integrating implant design with patient-specific biomechanics and surgical technique.

Main Methods:

  • Review of biomechanical principles relevant to ankle joint function.
  • Analysis of prosthetic design requirements for multi-planar motion (sagittal, transverse, coronal).

Related Experiment Videos

  • Consideration of soft tissue constraints and their impact on implant performance.

    • Main Results:

    • Prosthetic implants must provide structural integrity while accommodating natural ankle joint kinematics.
    • The interaction between the implant, surrounding soft tissues, and overall leg alignment is paramount.
    • Achieving optimal range of motion requires meticulous attention to soft tissue balancing during surgery.

    Conclusions:

    • Successful ankle replacement prosthetics necessitate a comprehensive approach, integrating advanced biomechanical understanding with surgical expertise.
    • Implant design alone is insufficient; leg alignment and precise soft tissue management are key determinants of functional success and patient satisfaction.