Publications by authors named "Elise Mulvihill"
Is Real-Time Ultrasound Reliably Able to Determine Kager's Fat Pad Motion during Walking?
Ultrasound Med Biol
February 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how well real-time ultrasound (RTUS) can visualize the movement of the Kager's fat pad (KFP) during walking, which helps reduce friction between the Achilles tendon and heel bone.
- Researchers recorded KFP motion in 47 adults (aged 21-79) walking on a treadmill and analyzed the data with three blinded assessors using a 4-point scale.
- The findings showed good agreement among assessors on KFP motion, indicating RTUS could aid in diagnosing posterior heel pain linked to abnormal KFP movement.