Effect of Achilles tendon on kinematic coupling relationship between tarsal bones: a pilot finite element study

Abstract Background The procedure of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy (PAT) is an important component of the Ponseti method. However, few studies reported the influence of Achilles tendon on kinematic coupling relationship between tarsal bones. The purpose of present study was to demonstrate the effec...

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Main Authors: Song-Jian Li, Lei Tang, Li Zhao, Cheng-Long Liu, Yu-Bin Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-01728-0