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Current concepts in instrumented knee-laxity testing.

Luke Pugh1, Randy Mascarenhas, Shalinder Arneja

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|October 23, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Instrumented knee laxity testing devices accurately measure knee motion for better diagnosis and treatment of knee injuries. The KT-1000, Rolimeter, and Telos devices show specific strengths for assessing anterior and posterior knee laxity.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Instrumented knee laxity testing devices are crucial for evaluating knee injuries in clinical and research settings.
  • Accurate quantification of knee motion enhances the validity of research on knee-ligament injury treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a systematic overview of instrumented knee laxity testing devices.
  • To evaluate the methods of use and evidence supporting these devices.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review with a level of evidence of 4.
  • Comprehensive literature review of instrumented knee laxity testing devices.

Main Results:

  • Knee laxity measurement devices have advanced over the last 30 years.

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  • Detailed descriptions of proper device usage and estimated validity based on clinical studies are provided.

    • Conclusions:

    • The KT-1000 knee arthrometer and Rolimeter are best for assessing anterior knee laxity.
    • The Telos device is superior for evaluating posterior knee laxity.