The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy

The Korean Society of Physical Therapy (대한물리치료학회)
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Biomechanical for rehabilitation of the knee

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  • Kim Tae-Sook (Taegu Bogun School for the Physically Handicapped) ;
  • Kim Sik-Hyun (Department of Biology Graduate School, Kemyung University) ;
  • HwangBo Gak (Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Science, Taegu University)
  • 김태숙 (대구보건대학교 물리치료실) ;
  • 김식현 (계명대학교 자연과학대학원 생물학과) ;
  • 황보각 (대구대학교 보건과학부 물리치료전공)
  • Published : 2000.08.01
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Abstract

Knowledge of the anatomy and biomechanics of the knee is critical fur successful rehabilitation fellowing knee injury and surgery. Biomechanics of both the tibiofemoral and patellofemoral joints must be considered. The purpose of this paper is to provid framework for rehabilitation of the knee by reviewing the biomechanics of the tibiofemoral and patellofemoral joints. This will include discussion of the relevant arthrokinematics as well as the effects of open and closed chain exercises. The implications for rehabilitation of the knee will be highlighted.

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