Publications by authors named "Connor J Schamblin"
Orthop J Sports Med
March 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates a new hybrid reconstructive procedure for osteochondral defects in the elbow radiocapitellar (RC) joint, aiming to enhance versatility and durability while addressing subchondral bone issues.
- Researchers tested 10 cadaveric elbows by measuring RC contact area, force, and pressure before and after creating and repairing defects of various sizes, comparing results across five conditions.
- Findings revealed that both 8-mm and 11-mm defects increased mean and peak contact pressure, but repairs significantly reduced these pressures, especially for the 8-mm defect, suggesting the procedure improves biomechanical characteristics toward an intact state.
