A reproducible method for studying three-dimensional knee kinematics.

The methods used in movement analysis often rely on the definition of joint coordinate systems permitting three-dimensional (3D) kinematics. The first aim of this research project was to present a functional and postural method (FP method) to define a bone-embedded anatomical frame (BAF) on the femur and tibia, and, subsequently, a knee joint coordinate system. The repeatability of the proposed method was also assessed.

Effect of ski binding parameters on knee biomechanics: a three-dimensional computational study.

Introduction: Downhill skiing is a relatively safe sport, but many potentially avoidable injuries do occur. Whereas tibia and ankle injuries have been declining, severe knee sprains usually involving the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) have increased from the 1970s to the 1990s. The goal of the present study was to evaluate the effect of the position of the binding pivot point and binding release characteristics on ACL strain during a phantom-foot fall.