Structure and Function of the Human Patella: The Role of Cancellous Bone.

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Abstract:

The structure and properties of the cancellous bone of the human patella are reviewed. Contact areas for various angles of flexion are presented and are correlated with the primary structural features. The spatial variation of stiffnesses of the cancellous bone are discussed relative to the function of the patella. Implications for the design of prosthesis are suggested.

Author(s):
Townsend, P. R. ; Miegel, R. E. ; Rose, R. M. ; Radin, E. L.
Author Organization(s):
MASSACHUSETTS INST OF TECH CAMBRIDGE DEPT OF MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Descriptive Note:
Technical rept.,
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in cooperation with Faculte Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris, France. Dept. of Anatomy, and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass. Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery.
Pagination:
0016

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
TR-11
Contract/Grant Number(s):
N00014-67-A-0204-0066
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Biomedical
Descriptor(s):
*Bones, Anatomy, Biomechanics, Cartilage, Joints(Anatomy), Knee(Anatomy), Prosthetics, Humans
Field(s)/Group(s):
Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Facilities, Equipment and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*Patella, Design
Report Date:
1975 Oct 01